Elena is a compassionate Licensed Master Social Worker who is committed to supporting each client’s individual journey toward greater wellness, self-understanding, and emotional well-being. She earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University and her Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and Restorative Justice from the University of Saint Joseph. Elena is passionate about using evidence-based therapeutic interventions while recognizing that meaningful growth looks different for every individual.

Elena creates a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences, better understand themselves, and develop insight into patterns that may be impacting their lives. Her approach is collaborative, individualized, and strengths-based, with an emphasis on increasing self-awareness, improving daily functioning, and moving beyond patterns that may have historically limited growth.

Elena works with young adults, adults, and older adults who may be navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, low self-esteem, and significant life changes. She also has a particular interest in supporting women through fertility and postpartum experiences, as well as individuals navigating relationship concerns, attachment, identity, and family dynamics or conflict. Elena works collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, strengthen their sense of self, and develop healthier ways of navigating relationships and life’s challenges.

In her clinical work, Elena pulls from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, and expressive therapy-informed approaches. She works collaboratively with clients to explore behavioral and communication patterns, strengthen coping skills, and develop practical strategies that support healthier patterns and improved daily functioning. Her approach is tailored to each individual’s needs and goals, with an emphasis on self-awareness, personal growth, and meaningful change.

Elena believes that everyone has the capacity to develop a stronger sense of self, cultivate self-compassion, and create positive change. She is committed to helping clients feel more empowered and confident while building the insight and skills needed to support emotional well-being, healthy functioning, and meaningful relationships. Her goal is to walk alongside clients as they work toward creating lives that feel fulfilling and authentic to them.

Outside of the therapy room, Elena is a mother of three who loves spending time with her family and enjoying days at the beach. She is also the proud owner of a 90-pound rescue Catahoula Leopard Dog who considers herself one of the kids and keeps the family active with plenty of hikes. For Elena, spending time outdoors is one of her favorite ways to find peace, connection, and tranquility