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Who Am I?

I believe life can be hard, and since I was young I have been obsessed with the question of how we create positive change for ourselves and others. How do we step into lives that feel more joyful, empowered, and fulfilling?

Over time, I've gathered tools and an understanding of how. I think striving for better is an honorable pursuit; but it takes time, care and support to get there. I am in awe of people willing to take themselves on, to confront & challenge themselves, and commit to their growth.

It is a gift to be a part of that journey. 

My Training

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Bounce Back Better® Certified Resilience Trainer, The Flourishing Center.

  •  Applied Positive Psychology Coach, The Flourishing Center.

  • Certification in Applied Positive Psychology,The Flourishing Center. 

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EDUCATION

  • Ph.D.  Clinical Developmental Psychology Program, Bryn Mawr College, PA.

  • M.A.  Clinical Developmental Psychology Program, Bryn Mawr College, PA.      

  • B.A.  Psychology,  magna cum laude,    New York University, NY.  

Dock symbolizing the start of a journey

AWARDS & DISTINCTIONS AWARDS & HONORS Templeton Prize Judge, 2024-Present Solas Award, Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians, 2019 Dr. Emily Hartshorne Mudd Award, 2017 Cabrini University, Honorary Doctorate, 2017 Turning Points for Children, Kids at Heart Honoree, 2016 KIPP: Philadelphia Schools, Trailblazing Award, 2014 TALKS & SPEACHES PJM Connection, Woman’s History Month Speaker, “Master Your Will, Master Your Life”, 2024 Children’s Hope India Honoree Speech, 2022 Solas Award Speech, Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians, 2019 Penncrest High School, Keynote Speaker, Worldwide Pride Initiative, 2018 Cabrini Day Address, Cabrini College, 2018 Cabrini Graduate Commencement Speaker, 2017 Council For Relationships, Dr. Emily Hartshorne Mudd Award Reception, Panel, 2017 Turning Points For Children, Kids at Heart Honoree, 2016 Penn Trustees’ Council o Penn Women, 2015 Keynote Philly ThinkFest, Panel, 2014 PODCAST APPEARENCES Her Story, 2017 & 2024 Executive Leaders Radio 2024 That’s Total Mom Sense, 2021 (Replayed 2023) Vibe Vault Unlocked, 2020-2021, 26 Episodes)

My entire life has been focused around this one quest - how do I create positive transformation for myself and others.

MY THEORY OF CHANGE: THE AWAKEN Framework™

I believe the most empowered version of you becomes accessible as you AWAKEN:

A-Awareness
W-Widen What's Possible
A-Alignment
K-Kindle Resilience
E-Embody the Shift
N-Navigate Forward

Gaining clarity around where you are, what you truly want, what holds you back, and what’s ready to shift. Awareness is the foundation for meaningful growth.

Breaking free from the thoughts, behaviors, and emotional patterns keeping you stuck; opening to new possibilities for growth, connection, and self-leadership.

Connecting with your values, strengths, and vision. Making decisions that reflect how you want to show up in the world and the contributions you want to make.

Strengthening your ability to navigate stress and challenge by building mental, emotional, physical, and relational resilience.

Turning insight into action. Begin to live in alignment—in your habits, relationships, and daily decisions.

Lead yourself with clarity, confidence, and sustainable tools to keep moving toward the life you want—one awakened step at a time.

Zen garden stones

Inspiration

“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying ‘I will try again tomorrow’.”
― Mary Anne Radmacher
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