I have expertise in: 

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• Disorders of Gut Brain Interaction (DGBIs), such as abdominal pain, IBS, and nausea

• Coping with chronic medical conditions and the emotional impact of ongoing health challenges

• Pain management and strategies for improving daily functioning

• Anxiety and stress management

• Specific Phobia, such as fear of vomiting or needles

• Toileting challenges, such as withholding and accidents

• Depression and mood concerns

• Life changes and adjustment, including the transition to adulthood

• Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Feeding and eating concerns, including Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)​

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My practice is grounded in evidence-based therapies such as:​

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• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps individuals learn practical tools to develop more helpful thoughts and behaviors in order to ease anxiety and stress, build emotional resilience, and improve mood and quality of life.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Encourages flexibility and self-compassion, helping young people cope with difficult emotions, connect with their values, and focus on what matters to them.

• Mindfulness-based strategies: Practices that help people stay present, build awareness, and calm the mind and body. These are tools that can help with emotional and physical stress.

• GI-informed CBT: A specialized approach for children and teenagers with Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBIs), such as chronic stomach pain and IBS. This therapy helps young people understand the mind-gut connection, manage symptoms, and improve quality of life.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​