Biography
I’m a pediatric psychologist who specializes in helping children and adolescents who are admitted to the hospital for all kinds of medical reasons. I have a special interest in working with patients who need or have had a solid-organ transplant. I consult with patients and their caregivers while they are in the hospital to help them cope with their specific situation. I also act as a liaison, or bridge, between patients and families and their medical teams to help with complex aspects of care.
My interest in working with children living with medical conditions and their families began when I was in graduate school and worked in a pediatric oncology setting. I loved learning how to use my clinical psychology skills in this medical setting, and I’ve never gone back! I greatly value being able to provide an additional aspect of care for patients and families, and helping them feel cared for as a whole being, not just their medical needs.
I work exclusively with inpatient medically admitted patients, and I strive to be wholly present with them – listening to their experiences and needs openly and without judgement. I aim to meet them where they are and to offer support and interventions whenever I’m able to do so.
When I’m not helping patients in the hospital, I love spending time with my family — going on hikes, baking and watching sports, especially the Red Sox!
Clinical Interests
Medical inpatient psychological consultation/liaison; patient and parent coping with medical illness, hospitalization and procedures; coping with pediatric transplant; cognitive behavioral interventions
Divisions
Behavioral Medicine, Lung Transplant, Liver Transplant