GET TO KNOW lindsay…

  • My father is a clinical psychologist, and I knew from a very young age that I wanted to be just like him when I grew up. You could say psychology is in my DNA. Understanding how and why humans are the way that they are, and helping them live the best life possible and overcome challenges is my absolute passion. I believe that life is a gift, and I want to help people make the most of it.

    I majored in psychology at St. Lawrence University, and then went on to get my M.S. and Psy.D. at St John’s University in Queens, NY.

    I can say with certainty that I hit the jackpot when I was accepted to a highly prestigious internship at the Albert Ellis Institute in Manhattan. I learned from the best, and became certified in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) while interning there. It’s truly one of the best internships a psychologist in training can get, but it wasn’t until a decade later that I really understood how unbelievable this experience was for me. Studying and applying Albert Ellis’ work not only shaped me as a practitioner, but changed my personal life philosophy. Stoicism has a huge influence on how I go about life.

    I worked for nearly a decade as a school psychologist performing therapy, assessments, behavior plans, and consultations with teachers and other professionals. I also worked in a small group private practice as a clinical psychologist where I worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families.

    Areas of specialty are REBT and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), performance optimization, stress management and anxiety reduction, overcoming procrastination and perfection, ADHD, health and sports psychology, and coaching.

    I take a holistic approach when working with clients, having certifications in both health coaching and yoga.

    Entering the coaching world was a natural progression for me. Psychologists tend to focus on the pathology side of life, but I have always been drawn to the optimization and flourishing side of human nature. I therefore use all of my skillsets to help people reach their full potential, achieve their goals, and create a highly satisfying life.

  • From an outside perspective, it might seem strange that I’m a doctor of psychology who also shares art, and distributes water ionizers (in addition to other affiliate marketing). But everything I do is 100% aligned with who I am, what I value, and supports my ideal lifestyle. Everything I do makes me better, and brings me joy, so I refuse to choose just one!

  • I moved to Florida from the north east (born and raised in NY and lived and worked in NH for seven years). After dreaming about living somewhere warm where we could play in water year round, we moved to Florida. I’m obsessed with the Gulf of Mexico, waterskiing in the nearby ski lakes, paddle boarding and walking along the bay right down the road from me, and taking adventures to the crystal clear Florida springs as often as possible! I love my gulf coast lifestyle. The beauty here inspires my art and photography.

  • I’m a wife, boy mom, and fur mom. I love caring for my family. When I first became a mom I quit my job to raise him full time. This is what launched my entrepreneurial journey. He was my “why.” I also am a plant mom. If you’re one, too, you know what I’m talking about. Gotta have all the plants.

  • My business is an extension of who I am. While my focus is to help others create fulfilling lives, achieve optimal health and performance, and create a lifestyle they love, this is also how I personally live. My life philosophies guide me professionally and personally, which makes me better at what I do in all aspects.

  • I grew up in the lakes and mountains, attended a sports academy from 8th-12th grade, and competed in Alpine skiing. I later on began a certified yoga teacher and compleed a holistic health coaching program. I love working out, biohacking, and all things healthy and holistic living. I train hard to be the best waterskier possible, even though I’ve gotten into the sport later in life! It’s made me a better human. :)

Professional Experience

EDUCATION

Psy.D., School Psychology; May 2009. St. John’s University, Jamaica, NY. Accredited by American Psychological Association (APA) Accredited by National Association for School Psychologists (NASP) Dissertation: Understanding Why Sad Children Aggress: Are They Angry?

Masters & Certification, School Psychology; May 2007. St. John’s University, Jamaica, NY. Accredited by National Association for School Psychologists (NASP).

Bachelor of Science, Psychology; Minor: Creative Writing; May 2004. St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY.


LICENSES:

Psychologist, New York State.

TLHT Psychologist, Florida.


TRAININGS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Internship, Psychotherapy, July 2007 – July 2008; Albert Ellis Institute, New York, NY.

Albert Ellis Institute, Primary Certificate Practicum in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, July 2007

Albert Ellis Institute, Advanced Certificate Practicum in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, July 2007

Holistic Health Coach certification; January 2012. Institute for Integrative Nutrition, NY.

200hr Certified Yoga Teacher; 2015. Sharing Yoga, Concord, NH.

various trainings in biofeedback + neuro training.


RELATED EXPERIENCE

School Psychologist, August 2009 – 2015; Shaker Regional School District, Belmont & Canterbury, NH.

  • School psychologist for two elementary schools, pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.

  • Psychological and neuropsychological evaluations (initial and reevaluations), psychotherapy, consultation, conducting functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans, presenting findings and recommendations at CSE meetings, developing individual education plans (IEPs) and IEP goals, developing 504 Accommodation Plans, provided teachers and assistants with professional development, and other related responsibilities.

  • Experience working with children diagnosed with autism and other pervasive developmental disorders, ADHD, ODD, Anxiety, Depression, learning disabilities, mental retardation, school refusal behaviors.

Group Private Practice, February 2012- 2015, Comprehensive Counseling Connections, Concord, NH.

  • Child, adolescent, adult, and family psychotherapy.

  • Psychological and neuropsychological assessment of children, adolescents, and adults.

Clinical supervisor for the Plymouth State University Counselor Education Program, September 2009-June 2012.

  • Provided weekly direct supervision for masters level school psychologist interns and practicum students.

Internship, School Psychology, September 2008 – June 2009; Dorothy Nolan Elementary School & Saratoga Springs High School, Saratoga Springs, NY.

  • Psychological and neuropsychological assessments (initial and reevaluations), group and individual psychotherapy, consultation, intervention, presenting assessment findings at CSE meetings, development of IEPs, conducting FBAs and BIPs, and other related responsibilities.

  • Experience working with children in both inclusion and self-contained classrooms.

Internship, Psychotherapy, July 2007 – July 2008; Albert Ellis Institute, New York, NY.

  • Specialized in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) for individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children.

Psychotherapy Practicum, June 2007 – June 2008; St. John’s Center for Psychological Services, Jamaica, NY.

  • Provided psychotherapy to individuals (adults, adolescents, and children) in the local community.

Internship, School Psychology, September 2006 – June 2007; Mineola Middle School, Mineola, NY.

  • Assessment, group and individual counseling, consultation, intervention, presenting assessment findings at CSE meetings, developing IEP goals, and other related responsibilities.

Assessment Practicum; fall 2005 & spring 2006; St. John’s Center for Psychological Services, Jamaica, NY.

  • Conducted full psychoeducational assessments for children and adults.

Teaching Assistant, Research Methods; fall 2003; St. Lawrence University, Canton NY.

Teaching Assistant, Sensation & Perception; spring 2004; St. Lawrence University, Canton NY.


RESEARCH

  • Doctoral Dissertation; Understanding Why Sad Children Aggress: Are They Angry?

  • Needs Assessment for School Psychological Services in Vietnam

  • Anger Treatment Efficacy Study; Albert Ellis Institute

  • Honor Thesis; 2004; Long and short sleepers: Impact of sleep on profiles of illness symptoms.


GRADUATE STUDY ABROAD

Rome, Italy; May 2006 & Vietnam; May 2007