About Me
…as a researcher
My training in psychology began with a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Exeter (UK). This sparked my interest in understanding how the brain works and led to a Master’s in Cognitive Neuroscience at Maastricht University (NL). During this time, I began researching how chronic pain affects the brain — specifically in Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. This work developed into a double doctorate in Psychology from KU Leuven (BE) and Maastricht University (NL).
After completing my PhD, I continued using behavioral neuroscience methods to study learning and memory during a postdoctoral fellowship at KU Leuven. I later joined Stanford University to apply these methods in a clinical context, working with teenagers with chronic pain to predict who would respond best to treatment.
Today, I bring these experiences together through research consulting for biomedical R&D teams, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, and academic groups. I specialize in behavioral neuroscience, health psychology, and patient-centered research.
If you're looking to make your research more impactful or want support designing studies that center the patient experience, I’d love to hear from you.
…as a counselor
Throughout my work, it has become increasingly clear that mental and physical well-being are deeply intertwined — and that those living with chronic illness are often under-supported. In response, I began offering evidence-based counseling in 2024, supporting individuals affected by chronic conditions and their loved ones.
I provide online sessions in English, tailored for expats and international clients who may face additional stress navigating healthcare systems abroad.
I was born in the US and have since lived in the UK, the Netherlands, and Belgium — twice! My personal and professional experiences across these countries have made me especially attuned to the challenges of managing health and well-being as an expat.
