Training & Credentials

Education

  • Columbia University, College of Physicians & Surgeons – Program in Physical Therapy
  • NYC Board of Education Scholarship recipient
  • Master’s thesis: Relationship between mindfulness in movement and therapeutic outcomes
  • Rutgers University – B.S., Exercise Science and Sports Studies

Licensure & Professional Roles

  • New York State licensed Physical Therapist
  • New Jersey State licensed Physical Therapist
  • Physical Therapist, NYC Board of Education (1999–2000)
  • Physical Therapist, Wharton Performance (1998–2001)
  • Owner and Physical Therapist, SC Physical Therapy & Wellness, New York City (2001–present)

Advanced Training & Certifications

  • Visionary Craniosacral Work (VCSW)
  • Visceral Manipulation (Barral Institute)
  • Anatomy Trains
  • Functional Patterns
  • Active Release Technique – Full Body, Nerve, Spine
  • Neuro-Visual Training (NVT)
  • Yoga Therapist
  • Strength & Conditioning Coach
  • Ortho-Neuro Dry Needling
  • Blood Flow Restriction Training

Selected Teachers & Influences

Long-term study with movement and somatic teachers whose work continues to inform my practice, including:
Ohad Naharin, Jozef Frucek, Linda Kapetanea, Tom Afiyan-English, Tina Afiyan-Breiova, Cameron Shayne, Ido Portal, and Dr. George DeLeon.