’m a licensed psychologist with a clinical health specialization from Drexel University in Philadelphia. I completed my clinical training at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the San Francisco VA. I identify primarily with a cognitive behavioral framework, but also utilize mindfulness-based and insight-oriented approaches as appropriate. Optimal well-being and quality of life are primary goals of therapy. Problems are explored and understood through a holistic perspective that considers biological, emotional, spiritual, and interpersonal/relational characteristics of an individual. I specialize in health related issues such as chronic pain, sleep disorders, coping with medical illness, and weight related problems. I also work with area hospitals performing bariatric surgical psychological evaluations.