
meet MEGAN
PSYCHOLOGIST & PRACTICE OWNER
If you've found your way to this page, I hope it means you’re starting to believe that change is possible. Honestly, I wouldn’t do this work if I did not see first-hand how powerfully therapy can help.
A bit about me: I’m a clinical psychologist based in the NY/NJ area with a specialized focus on treating OCD, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship issues. My approach relies upon best-in-class evidence-based therapies backed by science and tailored to your needs.
After completing over five years of mentorship and supervised training under the guidance of renowned OCD expert Dr. Steven Phillipson & an externship with EFT expert trainer Deborah Scimeca-Diaz, I am fully equipped with the necessary tools to help you at any stage of your journey. Whether you're simply questioning a diagnosis or have undergone therapy previously, I'm here to offer my expertise and support. I’m also a huge fan of TV and often find myself bringing pop culture into sessions as a useful framework.
As a first-generation American, I bring a unique perspective to my practice, understanding the profound impact that experience and culture can have on one's mental health. This is especially important in that I don't provide blanket treatment recommendations that may be healthy or an option for some, but not for others. I'll help you explore what is actually possible and how to find acceptance while making changes that actually fit with your lifestyle and abilities.
SPECIALTIES
Obsessive Compulsive
Disorder (OCD)
Perfectionism
Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)
Social Anxiety
Couples Therapy
Perinatal & Postpartum Anxiety
Trauma & PTSD
First Generation Americans
LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
ADHD
Psychological Testing
MODALITIES
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT; couples)
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Five years of specialized training in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) under the supervision and mentorship of Dr. Steven Phillipson.
Externship in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD
Postdoctoral fellowship at the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy
PhD in Clinical Psychology for Fairleigh Dickinson University 2022
Dissertation: The Effect of Relationship Quality and Partner Responsiveness on Ambivalence over Emotional Expression in Romantic Relationships
Predoctoral internship at VA Hudson Valley Health Care
BA University at Albany
Undergraduate Thesis: Do Impulsivity and Perfectionism Moderate the Links Between Parental Conflict and Disordered Eating?: Preliminary Findings
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American Psychological Association (APA)
Internal OCD Foundation (IOCDF)
New York City Cognitive Behavior Therapy Association (NYC-CBT)
Womens Mental Health Consortium
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NY #025993
NJ #7412
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my DETAILS
anxiety doesn’t have to be the MAIN CHARACTER IN YOUR LIFE
Living with anxiety and OCD can feel like being trapped in a scary and lonely maze. When intrusive thoughts and compulsions get louder and more intense, it can seem impossible to find joy in everyday life. Whether you've battled these challenges for years without relief or are facing a recent diagnosis with uncertainty, I'm here to offer guidance and support. As your compassionate companion on this journey, I'll help you unravel the complexities, break free from destructive patterns, and empower you to reclaim a life filled with possibility and fulfillment.
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