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Tina has had a knack for taking the road less traveled since Day 1. She was born in Almaty, Kazakhstan, where she grew up until her family was granted asylum into the US at age six. She's inspired by her own parents who did everything they could to make ends meet in an unfamiliar place, and the small village of family and friends that was around to support them. In her free time, she enjoys getting lost in a new city, listening to live music, and entertaining friends at home.
Julia was born with an adventurous spirit. From starting her first business in elementary school to backpacking throughout rural Indonesia, Julia has always thrived in exploring new ideas and places. She developed a passion for health & wellness along the way as a lifelong athlete. In the winter you'll find Julia racing down the ski slopes and in the summer relaxing by the beach.
Sophia dreamt of starting a digital health company ever since navigating her own difficult experiences with the healthcare system. She believes that feeling empowered in your healthcare is the foundation for feeling empowered in your life. In her free time, Sophia chases new mountains to climb, trails to explore, and wildflowers to appreciate!
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As a Midwife, Carly recognizes that the transformation to parenthood is much more than simply the birth alone. She enjoys working with families to have an integrated, and empowered pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. Carly believes in shared decision making, recognizing that while she has formal training in Midwifery, the people she cares for are the experts in their own bodies and their own specific physical, emotional, and informational needs. While not working, Carly can be found hiking, cooking, or enjoying a day time dance party.
Danielle has always been passionate about helping people. She started her career in the fashion industry but wanted to pivot into a role that positively affected others in a more direct way. After completing her yoga teacher certification, she felt especially drawn to the health and wellness industry to make an impact. In her spare time, Danielle loves to explore new places in her city, discover new books, and practice her amateur photography skills.
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Dr. Amy Roskin is a board-certified OB/GYN who prioritizes healthcare access and patient safety. She was always interested in being a doctor, and is proud to follow in the footsteps of her mother and grandmother, both physicians. In addition to her clinical work as a doctor, she is also an attorney. She enjoys teaching and mentoring and has been a faculty member at medical and law schools.
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As a mother of two, I understand firsthand the complexities and joys of the motherhood journey. It’s an ever-evolving experience, one that can be both beautiful and challenging. This personal insight has inspired me to dedicate my energy to supporting other women through this transformative phase. I was drawn to Seven Starling because of our powerful mission to create a community that not only uplifts and empowers mothers but also provides crucial mental health support during this pivotal time. The opportunity to be part of this mission, and to help connect mothers with the resources they need, is something I am deeply passionate about.
Nazaneen cannot remember a time when she didn't dream of being a doctor. It took some time away from medicine, while in business school, for her to realize that obstetrics and gynecology was her calling. She feels the most impact when she is working to empower women to feel greater ownership over their healthcare decisions. When not using every diplomatic tactic to negotiate with her toddler girls, she enjoys painting and was most proud of a family effort entitled “Lady Quarantina” inspired by lockdown.
Dr. Clark has always believed in the healing power of listening and the impact of mental wellness on a person's overall wellbeing. This interest and focus on women empowerment fueled her journey to becoming an international expert in reproductive psychiatry/women's and maternal mental health. She is a researcher, educator, clinician, and thought leader who is committed to advancing mental health care for all birthing people and their families.
Tamara is a pediatrician who has felt a calling to work with kids since she was a child herself. A Floridian who grew up in Jacksonville and trained in Miami, she now is a full-fledged DC resident and loves it. Her passion is provided quality care and empowering Black and Brown families to be able to advocate for themselves and their children. She is a growing public health expert and loves teaching students, collegeues, families, and anyone who will listen. Tamara loves travel adventures with her husband around the world, and they are looking forward to their next adventure adding a baby to their family at the end of 2021.
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Dr. Susan Feingold envisioned becoming a psychologist at an early age and pursued a PsyD in clinical psychology with dreams of healing and helping many. With her second child, Susan experienced postpartum depression and anxiety (PMAD) which changed her life mission and career path, and she became a specialist in the treatment of perinatal mental health almost 3 decades ago. Susan, along with her life partner, shepherded the first ever postpartum criminal law through the Illinois legislature to become the first postpartum psychosis/depression law in the nation in 2018. Along with her clinical work, she is dedicated to advancing postpartum legislation throughout the U.S. and is nationally and internationally known as an expert, speaker, and author on PMAD and perinatal advocacy to change outdated laws .
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