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Specialized care for transgender and gender-diverse youth in New York and Connecticut
Aspen Psychological Center
Specialized Therapy for Transgender & Gender-Diverse Youth
Expert, developmentally informed care for transgender and gender-diverse children, teens, and young adults — with particular expertise in neurodivergence and trauma.
I work with youth and their families when things feel new, complex, high-stakes, or overwhelming. Many of the young people I see are autistic, ADHD, highly sensitive, or carrying the effects of trauma.
They need nuanced care that understands how identity, nervous systems, development, and real-world stressors interact.
This is specialized work — and it’s what I do.
Do any of these feel familiar?
Your child is transgender or questioning, and you’re constantly wondering if you’re doing the right thing
Neurodivergence and gender identity intersect in ways other providers haven’t fully understood
Anxiety, shutdowns, or emotional overload are interfering with daily life
Affirming” care felt good in theory, but didn’t help your child feel safer or function better
If you’ve been thinking, “we need someone who really understands this,” you’re not alone.
My Clinical Focus
I specialize in working with transgender and gender-diverse youth whose needs are layered or complex — particularly when gender identity intersects with neurodivergence, trauma, or chronic stress.
My work often includes support with:
Autism, ADHD, masking, rigidity, and emotional regulation
Anxiety, depression, shutdowns, and overwhelm
Gender identity exploration, dysphoria, and minority stress
School-related stress, burnout, avoidance, or conflict
Parent support and family communication
This work is not about changing who a young person is. It’s about helping them feel safer, more understood, and more able to engage with their lives.
Why Families Work With Me
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with advanced training in trauma, neurodevelopment, and gender-diverse care. Families often come to me after trying therapy elsewhere and realizing they need support that goes deeper than validation alone.
I work at the intersection of identity, development, nervous systems, and real-world stressors — and I approach this work with intention, nuance, and respect for complexity.
This is specialized care. I keep my scope focused so I can do this work well.
Getting Started
Finding the right therapist matters — especially when a child’s needs are high-stakes or complex.
I begin with a consultation to help us decide together whether working together is the right fit.
1. Reach Out
Send me a message to share a little about what you’re looking for.
2. Consultation Call
We’ll meet for a 15–20 minute call to talk through your needs and answer questions.
3. First Session
Your first session is a chance to connect and begin understanding what support will be most helpful.
4. Ongoing Support
We’ll meet regularly to build insight, practice new skills, and support growth at your pace.
Contact Me
Ready to get started? Fill out the form below, and I’ll be in touch within 1-2 business days. I look forward to connecting with you.
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Please don’t include personal or clinical details in your message — we can discuss those privately once we connect.