I am a licensed master social worker (LMSW) providing individual and couples therapy in New York State. While I work with folks who have a variety of presenting concerns and backgrounds, I have a specific interest in working with individuals, couples, and people in partnerships who are identified as part of the LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, and kink communities. Whether you’re seeking individual or couples therapy, I believe that meaningful change tends to occur when people can shed the societal expectations of what they “should” be, in favor of embracing who they are. To that end, I have an eclectic style that integrates humanistic, relational, and family systems perspectives to fit the particular situation and individual(s) in the room. I seek to de-stigmatize sex, help people feel at home in their bodies, and encourage people to feel good about what they do in or with their bodies.

After completing my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree, I completed post-graduate education in the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy.  Furthermore, I have additional training in working with sex and sexuality in psychotherapy, including desire discrepancy and infidelity.  In terms of my personal philosophy, I strongly believe that my clients are the experts in their own experiences.  I am committed to creating a space that is anti-racist, sex positive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming.  I value transparency in the therapy process and seek to build a collaborative alliance with everyone I work with.

Education & Licensure:

MSW, Salem State University

BA, University of Rochester

NYS License #:116538

• Developmental Model Training in Couples Therapy
  The Couples Institute, Dr. Ellyn Bader