When I moved to Asia ten years ago, my life changed profoundly both personally and professionally. It was during this period of crossroads that I decided to pursue my lifelong interest in the human mind and mental health.

I completed a master’s degree in psychology at the University of Hong Kong, followed by clinical training at Monash University, where I earned a second master’s degree in counselling. Between the two, I trained across both the academic and clinical sides of the field - theory and practice, in equal measure.

Becoming a mother reshaped how I understood my work. I saw firsthand how under-supported the pregnancy and postpartum period can be, even for women who seemed to have every advantage and that experience became a professional focus: supporting clients through pregnancy and the postpartum period. To support this work, I have completed certification as a perinatal mental health professional (PMH-C) with Postpartum Support International (USA).

I grew up in New Jersey and the Bay Area, before settling in New York. In my earlier career, I worked in fundraising for education and medical research. Prior to my studies in mental health, I completed degrees in philosophy and religion from Vassar College and Harvard University.

Having now lived in Asia for over a decade - first in Hong Kong and now in Singapore – I am proud to call this region “home.”