About Olivia
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I know how difficult it can be to share the parts of yourself you've kept hidden—the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that can feel confusing, painful, or difficult to put into words. While taking that first step into therapy often means turning toward what you've spent a long time trying to manage on your own, it also creates the possibility for something new.
I aim to steer toward curiosity and stray from judgment.
I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe enough to be vulnerable, honest, and challenged. I want to understand you fully, while also paying attention to what's happening in your life right now and what may be keeping you stuck.
I don't believe there's always a right way to do things. Sometimes we become so focused on doing things “right” that we lose sight of what actually works for us. I like to make room for other possibilities—to try something new, see what happens, and learn from the experience. Sometimes a practical change can ease the urgency around a problem; other times, it reveals something deeper that needs our attention.
My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, with plenty of room for humor. I believe that with a little courage, so much is possible, and it's a real honor to see clients discover this for themselves.
I offer in-person therapy in Manhattan and Brooklyn, as well as virtual therapy throughout New York.
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I'm particularly interested in working with couples and families who feel stuck in patterns that have become difficult to change. Differences in how people communicate, cope, and move through the world can lead to cycles of misunderstanding, resentment, control, or withdrawal, leaving people feeling like they're no longer on the same team.
I primarily work with couples and families navigating ADHD, OCD, trauma, chronic illness, Bipolar Disorder, and other significant mental health or medical concerns. These experiences can shape relationships in ways that are difficult to understand from the inside, affecting how people communicate, share responsibilities, and care for one another.
Rather than focusing on who's right or wrong, I'm interested in understanding what's happening between you and what might shift if we try something different. My goal is to help couples and families better understand one another and find new ways of relating that feel more connected, supportive, and sustainable.
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I especially enjoy working with thoughtful, high-achieving adults who are used to being capable, responsible, and successful, but are beginning to wonder whether the way they've learned to function is still working for them. They may be navigating perfectionism, burnout, or major life transitions, or questioning whether the life they've built feels right for them.
I also love working with high-achieving adolescent girls navigating the pressures of school, friendships, and family relationships while figuring out who they are. Questions of identity, sexuality, belonging, and expectations can feel especially complicated during these years. I want to offer a space where girls feel understood beyond their accomplishments and can explore who they're becoming without needing to have it all figured out.