Aly graduated from Brandeis University with a bachelor of science in biology.  She then received a bachelor of science in atmospheric science from SUNY Albany.  She went on to receive a master of arts in marriage and family therapy from Hofstra University.  Aly has traveled extensively.  She enjoys life in rural New York where she loves to hike and cycle, as well as take care of her family.  Her motivation in creating this website is to facilitate the useful exchange of information and ideas on topics that affect people’s daily lives.