I began my career in Social Work working with older adults in a subacute/LTC center and have a passion for this population. At Robert Wood University Hospital and Atlantic Health, I provided training to staff as well as physicians about the best ways to motivate patients to work towards wellness, both medically and behaviorally. I have taught Grief and Loss Across the Lifespan to MSW students at Rutgers. I have successfully treated couples, women, and men for a variety of challenges and have provided a variety of different therapy models to help clients overcome the issues which have them feeling stuck, through teletherapy.

My own life experiences and a history of volunteerism with people who needed support pulled me into the profession. I am a proud social worker and this was the best decision I have made in my life.

I enjoy cooking, reading, exercise, nature, community boards, and events.

I meditate and pray.

The Thorn Birds because it was a fantastic love story.

Center for Family Services—they focus on individuals who cannot afford mental health services and offer services to persons with Medicaid coverage and those who are involved in the system. Everyone deserves to feel free from their burdens or at least learn to manage them. We serve everyone.

Spending time with my friends, reading, and going into nature.

I have a dog named Gertrude and two cats, Fat-boy and Slim. I've had pets since I was 5 years old and could tell you funny pet stories all day long.