I am a Buffalo native. I earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Arizona State University, and I competed my residency in Pediatric Psychology at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center. After completing my education, I served as the Clinical Director of the Center for Children and Families (CCF) at the University at Buffalo for 13 years. I then decided to open a private practice, and worked part-time for one year for the Summit Center, to assist them in opening their own behavioral health clinic. I have continued to enjoy private practice, and have continued to support the Summit Center as a Co-Vice President on the Operating Board of Directors.