My Approach
Although many professionals advise on well-being in the legal industry, few have practiced at the highest levels of law, and then combined that experience with advanced clinical mental-health expertise to help lawyers and firms perform at their best.
I began my career as a litigator and M&A attorney at top national firms, handling complex, high-pressure matters. Later, I served as in-house counsel at major financial institutions, gaining firsthand insight into leadership, risk, and firm-wide well-being.
My second career focused on human behavior. I earned a doctorate in psychology from Columbia and trained in brain imaging and neuropsychology at Columbia, Yale, and the National Institutes of Health.
My approach is practical, results-driven, and rooted in science—tailored to the high-stakes world of legal practice.
As one of the very few licensed psychologists at the doctoral level who is also an experienced attorney, I have worked at the intersection of elite legal practice and clinical psychology for over two decades. My approach is research-driven and results-focused, bringing measurable strategies to mental well-being in law.
A Rare Disciplinary Background
Legal and Business Acumen
Former litigator at Gibson Dunn and Skadden, with in-house roles at Merrill Lynch and Greenwich Capital. I still practice at the highest levels. I understand the pressure, politics, and business of law—because I’ve lived it.
Psychology and Neuroscience
PhD in psychology from Columbia University. Trained in brain imaging and neuropsychology at Columbia, Yale, and the National Institutes of Health. Grounded in evidence. Focused on impact.
Change Leadership
and Organizational Culture
Certified in Kotter Change Leadership and Tavistock Group Dynamics. Skilled in Hogan profiles, culture diagnostics, and individual assessments of many kinds. I help firms navigate partner departures, leadership breakdowns, strategic planning, and culture drift—with measurable results. I am also a Professional Fellow of the Institute of Coaching, based at McLean Hospital (a Harvard Medical School affiliate), a global hub recognized for advancing evidence-based coaching at the highest professional levels.
Featured On
Contributor to leading publications on culture, leadership, and mental health.
Book a Private CallA Smarter Standard for Attorney Well-Being.
I help law firms integrate mental well-being into leadership, performance, and culture as a
strategic edge.
Awareness Through Education
Courses on anxiety, depression, burnout, and stress—designed specifically for legal professionals to act early and respond wisely.
Access Without Barriers
Confidential support, on-demand. Coaching and consulting that fits real legal lives—no matter the stage, title, or location.
Culture of Civility
Respect and connection are competitive advantages. I help firms rebuild trust and foster collaboration—especially when tensions run high.
Preparing for the Future
The profession is shifting fast. I work with firms to align culture with new demands—such as hybrid work and AI—retain top talent, and minimize risk.
