I am a Thanatologist and licensed Social Worker. I am also a certified Fellow of Thanatology through the Association of Death Education and Counseling. 

As a child, I had little opportunity to engage in conversations around death and grief although loss was all around me. The adults in my life spoke about the subjects away from the ears of children, and kept expressions of grief to limited spaces like the funeral service. As I grew personally and professionally, I discovered and guided many grievers grateful for space to speak their hurts and truth. 

As a first-generation Haitian American, I speak fluent English and Haitian Creole. I’m passionate about viewing grief from immigrant and social justice perspectives. Helping grievers to feel supported especially from families and communities where ‘grief talk’ is taboo has become part of my life’s purpose. My research incorporates the experiences of children and adolescents, immigrant populations, and faith communities.

I’ve had the opportunity to facilitate a variety of bereavement groups including those for children and teens. I also counsel individuals utilizing one-to-one grief support. Teaching at all levels has been a joy, as I’ve worked with students in kindergarten all the way to those in their eighties.

I recognize the importance of creating a supportive environment that allows grievers to feel validated and accepted. Welcome to the Anchor Grief community.