Ann is a licensed clinical social worker who has worked within the mental health field for over 15 years in a variety of capacities. From providing direct care to mental health consumers to working on systemic advocacy issues that concern consumers and their families, she has had the opportunity to see people with mental illnesses flourish when given the right support and opportunities.

As the Deputy Director for the Division of Mental Health Advocacy, Ann examines issues that affect the lives of mental health consumers, whether they reside in the community or in hospital settings, and works on behalf of consumers to make sure that public policies reflect their needs.

Prior to coming to the Department of the Public Advocate, Ann was the Senior Director of Programs for the statewide Mental Health Association in New Jersey. Ann received her bachelor’s degree from Seton Hall University, and also holds a Master’s degree in psychology from New York University, as well as an MSW in administration, policy, and planning from Rutgers.