Welcome to my Practice

For over twenty years I have been helping people heal from the impact of early childhood trauma and challenging life events so they can make choices from a more grounded sense of self.  I believe in the resilience of every human being and work from a strengths-based perspective.  I also prioritize relationship in my treatment approach and whether you work with me individually, as a couple, or in a group, we will center the relationship experience as a tool for learning.  Like riding a bike, as new skills start to form, conscious, self-affirming choices become possible and your life will start to get better.

I am an experienced psychotherapist (LICSW) and Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP) working with individuals, couples and groups.  I hold a PhD in biochemistry, which informs my work by integrating current research in neurobiology into my treatment approach.   I am trained in a variety of modalities that we will use in the service of reaching your goals, including cognitive, behavioral, emotional, relational, or most likely a combination.  I am also trained in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), an emotionally focused therapy heavily informed by neurobiology and how we heal relationally as social beings.  For more about AEDP go to www.AEDPInstitute.org.  
  
My approach is LGBTQAI+ welcoming and multiculturally informed.  

Group Therapy
Group therapy can be a powerful experiential learning experience to help you reach your goals.  I offer groups in my private practice and lead training groups for other therapists year-round.  Please visit Groups for more information. 


I have over 20 years experience as a group therapist and educator.  I currently lead one of the  Observation Groups (OG1) at The Brookline Center for Community Health, a live teaching group for therapists.  I also lead the Experience Group for the Northeastern Society for Group Psychotherapy (NSGP) in which therapists can learn by having the experience of being in a group.  

I am a past board member of NSGP and I am currently a member of the Practice Development committee. Through NSGP, I have been part of the faculty for the Core Principles courses and provided workshops and other training events on a variety of topics (see Events).  I am also an educator at the national meeting of the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA).



Trainings, Workshops and Retreats
Over the years, I have created and led a variety of trainings, workshops and retreats. Topics include wellness, mindfulness, meditation, assertiveness, self care, motivation, anger management and trauma. I have presented for Chambers of Commerce, women's groups, and to women in science.  I am also a frequent faculty member and presenter for the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA) and the Northeastern Society for Group Psychotherapy (NSGP). Please see Events or call to discuss future event planning.  

Working with Scientists
​My background in biotechnology, first in academic research and then as a Patent Agent, give me first-hand experience with the pressures and demands these settings present.  This makes me uniquely positioned to explain and implement psychotherapy in a way makes sense to scientists.  I am also available to consult with scientists to help navigate interpersonal challenges and career transitions in both academic and professional settings.  My expertise in group psychotherapy can further help to better manage the laboratory environment, co-workers, students, employees and yourself, for a more successful and satisfying work environment.  

Move out of the past to live a present-focused life.

"Amy sees the best in people. She brings the understanding and intelligence needed to support people as they achieve new ways of living. She can ask hard questions and support significant change. Amy has worked in her own life to achieve an authentic existence. Her strength and compassion guide her practice and can help those who are stuck."
Doug Baker, LICSW
Click here to view a Video of Amy’s Presentation at the Arlington Chamber's Women’s Networking Breakfast – "Staying Safe Staying Stuck - How Facing Your Fears Can Help You Achieve Your Dreams".
Click here to view a Video of Amy’s Presentation at the Arlington Chamber's Women’s Networking Breakfast – "Tune In and Tune Up Your Life".
Click here to read about Amy in Psychology Today.