Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Supporting teens and families through the challenges of modern life

Expert, compassionate guidance for anxiety, social media stress, and the mental health complexities of growing up in a digital world.

For Teens For Parents

Trusted by leading institutions

Evidence-based care rooted in training from the country's most respected mental health organizations

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Columbia University

Adjunct Professor at the School of Social Work

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The Ross Center

Co-Director of Community Education

Yale & Child Mind Institute

Advanced Fellow and Former Clinical Manager

Latest writing

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The real reason social media makes you anxious

It's not just in your head. Here's what's actually happening in your brain when you scroll, and what you can do about it.

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How to talk about screen time without conflict

Evidence-based strategies for productive conversations about technology use with your teen.

What happens when you take a social media break

Real experiences and research on the benefits of stepping back from Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms.

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Understanding your teen's online world

What parents need to know about the digital spaces where teens spend their time.