About me
I’m Carrie, and I’m glad you’re here. My clients are some of my favorite people, and it’s my absolute privilege to play a part in their healing.
I see the therapeutic relationship as a distinctly remarkable opportunity for growth. It’s not only a conduit for change, but a model for how we relate to others. I am authentically myself in session because the connection we’ll share will matter as much as the techniques we’ll use to help you meet your goals, and it’s important you feel safe with me—not only to explore the intricacies of your psychology, but to repair the wounds of the past.
Trust takes time, of course, and our relationship will deepen the longer we work together. Still, we have to start somewhere. If you think you’d like working with me, please reach out. I’d love to start getting to know you.
Education
I earned my Master of Science Degree in Social Work, Advanced Clinical Practice, at Columbia University in New York City, where I was appointed to a fellowship in the DBT Training Program, founded with DBT developer Marsha Linehan. I completed a CBT-focused clinical field placement at David Szuster Psychiatry in New York City, followed by a placement at Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, Connecticut, working in the DBT Transitional Living Program and the DBT Intensive Outpatient Program.
Training
DBT Intensive Training through Behavioral Tech with the Linehan Institute, founded by DBT developer Marsha Linehan
CBT Essentials, CBT for Depression, and CBT for Anxiety at the Beck Institute, founded by CBT developer Aaron Beck
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) with CPT developer Kathleen Chard
Fundamentals of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Externship in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT) at the International Centre for Excellence in EFT (ICEEFT), founded by EFT developer Sue Johnson
Prolonged Grief Treatment (PGT) through the Center for Prolonged Grief at Columbia University, founded by PGT developer Katherine Shear
Experience
Before opening my private practice, I worked at Behavioral Psych Studio in New York City and Westside DBT in Los Angeles, where I treated suicidality, self-harm, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). In addition to my clinical work, I provide consultation, supervision, and training to other therapists, and I contribute expert commentary to leading media outlets including Newsweek and Everyday Health.
On a personal note…
I spend my time outside of work skiing, practicing yoga, attending live theatre, volunteering with animal advocacy groups, and caring for my three senior, special needs rescue pups.