I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) with over 30 years of clinical experience. For the past 12 years I have owned and operated a private practice specializing in nervous system sensitivity & related dysfunction. Prior experience includes working in women’s health, orthopedics, and acute care. Much of my approach is informed by my interest in integrative and holistic medicine. In addition to patient care, I teach classes and facilitate groups on nervous system regulation informed by Polyvagal Theory, Neuroplasticity, mind-body medicine.

I love to help others discover that the body is a powerful pathway into quieting the busy mind. I seek to empower others to find balance, health & joy.

My first born was an emergency Cesarean birth, followed by 2 more Cesarean births. I have 5 children: 3 of my own & 2 bonus boys.

I am a professional birth doula and childbirth educator in NYC. I have been lucky enough to greet over 900 babies in my 24 plus year career. Most of these births have occurred in hospitals but some have been in birth centers and at home.  I have been certified, trained and coached throughout my career by leaders in this community, always looking to expand my knowledge and horizons.  My goals remain constant, to provide evidence based, non judgemental support that empowers you towards your goals and wishes for birth and beyond. 

It was in my previous career, singing and dancing on Broadway, that I became pregnant with my son. Thus began my fascination with and career in the world of birth & parenting.

I am a certified nurse midwife (CNM) with over 25 years of experience in varied urban, rural, birth center and homebirth settings. Throughout my career I have been guided by the conviction that no clinical algorithm (as important as those are!) can replace heartfelt, genuinely compassionate care. For the past 10 years I have been catching babies in a community hospital and mentoring Tufts medical students. I co-founded and ran a thriving independent midwifery practice in New York City and have worked abroad in Kosovo to improve maternal health. My work has been deeply informed by my Buddhist contemplative practice and I have studied with prominent American and British meditation teachers. I prepare women and families for birth and parenting with humor and deep respect for the unpredictability of the journey.

I got pregnant via IVF and welcomed my son at the age of 41.