Chronic health conditions are not just physical or biological experiences. They are also social and emotional, and can affect your relationships and well-being. Emotional challenges can include adjusting to a new diagnosis, coping and learning to live with the condition, making big changes to your daily routine, anxiety, and depression. I have experience working with youth and young adults who have type 1 diabetes, food allergies and eosinophilic esophagitis, gastrointestinal and genitourinary disorders, chronic pain, and those going through the process of bariatric surgery. In therapy, we will work together to develop coping skills, improve your health and relationships, and identify how you can live out your values and achieve your goals while also managing your health condition. I can also consult with your medical team and/or school personnel as needed.

In addition to my clinical experience with individuals who have chronic health conditions, I have published several peer-reviewed articles in this area. Topics include psychosocial factors in type 1 diabetes, integrating screening for mental health concerns within diabetes clinics, and psychosocial support for patients with cancer. For more information on my research in this area, please see my Research Gate profile.