For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?

Starting therapy can feel daunting, but it’s a step toward greater self-awareness and well-being. Therapy offers a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions, free of judgment. You don’t have to face challenges alone—therapy is a partnership, and I’m here to support you every step of the way.

I’m a Clinical Social Worker with over five years of experience helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve personal growth. I specialize in evidence-based approaches like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness to create a safe, supportive space for healing. My goal is to empower clients with tools and strategies to build resilience, improve coping skills, and foster lasting positive change.

If this is your first time accessing a therapist, congratulations! It takes courage to take this first step. Whatever it is that is causing you distress, I have probably heard it before and I want you to know that there IS hope. People can change. People can establish healthier patterns of behavior especially with the help of a therapist.

Do you constantly worry? Do you overthink plans and solutions to worst-case outcomes so that you feel prepared? Does everything have to be done perfectly? Do you have difficulty handling uncertainty? Do you fear making the wrong decision? Do you feel restless? Difficulty with sleep? Do you move from relationship to relationship? Viktor Frankl said, “When we are no longer able to change a situation -we are challenged to change ourselves." He really knew what he was talking about. Each life transition inevitably forces us to navigate "stormy waters." If the challenge has become overwhelming, it's time to get some help. I specialize in helping those suffering from anxiety, including health care professionals and veterans. You don't have to continue suffering. You deserve to feel better. As a seasoned therapist, I can help you feel empowered to stop the cycle of worry and anxiety, find your sense of purpose, and reclaim your life. The good news is that we've all gone through seasons of our lives when we feel this way. The first step is to reach out to someone for help. My approach is straightforward: together we will identify your goals, establish a problem-solving treatment plan, and go from there. If something is telling you it's time to begin your journey; give me a call.

Therapy can be life-changing! It can sometimes take a little time to find the right therapist who is a good match for you, but it's worth taking your time and interviewing a few therapists to find someone you feel safe and connected to.

My pronouns are she/her/hers. No matter if it's change for the better or a challenge we never imagined having to face, it can throw everything in life out of balance. If you're here, it's because you know there's more to life than the way you feel today. You're beyond the point of just surviving day-to-day, and you're ready to tap into your purpose, turning these life changes into something you can feel in control of and ultimately grow from. I specialize in coming alongside people as they walk through the uncomfortable, messy parts of life. I bring a no-nonsense, solution-oriented approach to therapy, helping you come to a place of contentment with life as it is, not as you wish it was (or even as you deserve it to be). Because true peace comes when we come to a place of acceptance: no longer relying on external factors as the source of our happiness. ​Therapy with me is a little different than what you may have encountered in the past. A lot of mental health work these days is very "feel good", leading many to believe that being mentally well is simply being happy or un-phased by the circumstances around them. I believe you're allowed to be angry or anxious or upset when life gets messy. Therapy is simply about equipping you to process and cope with those very real emotions in a productive, healthy way.

I completely understand the normal hesitation to start a process like therapy. It is a vulnerable thing to do but I know from personal and professional experience that it has the power to transform lives. Working with a good therapist should be safe, measured and warm. It is a place where you can feel safe enough to truly express yourself and you don’t have to do that alone. Everyone’s pace is different and the approach should always be tailored to where you are. 

Welcome. I’m Dr. Gatta but if we work together please call me David. Good therapy is all about a trusting relationship. Over the course of my 13 year career I have had the privilege of working with a diverse group of people from college age students to senior citizens. My passion is helping people understand who they are, where they would like to go in life and what might be preventing those processes. From this standpoint my treatment philosophy is to address underlying causes rather than just symptoms. Doing so is the only way of achieving lasting substantive change. In order to do that I use a holistic approach, meaning I see each individual as a sum of their total life experiences together with their sociocultural contexts.  I have extensive experience working with family of origin issues, trauma, substance abuse, depression and life transitions (including grief and loss). My background is in clinical psychology where my doctoral dissertation explored dreaming as a theoretical form of thinking (cognition). I also have a background in neuroscience and the humanities . I have taught courses on trauma and recovery, addiction, grief and psychopathology. 

Just try it out. There is no harm in trying. Your mental symptoms may also get worse if you do not seek treatment immediately.

I am a Filipino-American Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps adults and older adults BE WELL & STAY WELL.

Therapy is a safe and supportive space to explore your concerns without judgment. It’s an opportunity to gain tools and strategies that empower you to manage challenges and improve your quality of life. Starting therapy can feel daunting, but it’s a courageous step toward meaningful change and better mental health.

I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner passionate about helping individuals achieve mental wellness. I offer personalized care that includes psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and evidence-based therapy. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where patients feel empowered to share their concerns and work toward recovery. Together, we can build a path to improved mental health and a better quality of life.

The hesitancy makes sense, it not unusual to feel that way. I am happy to answer whatever questions they have about the process and hope through working together the hesitancy will decrease.

I have over 25 years of combined clinical and administrative experience committed to helping clients learn healthy coping skills to manage the stressors of daily life and to improve their well-being. My work focuses on helping clients challenge ineffective thoughts, habits, and beliefs to move towards increased life satisfaction. I am passionate about helping those with anxiety, trauma, depression, health conditions, and life transitions move towards creating and maintaining emotional wellness. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals. I strive for therapy to be a safe place for the clients I serve.

You are worthy of healing and fulfillment! It takes a lot of courage to seek help so I applaud you. Also, don't settle for the first therapist you get a hold of; instead, shop around and get a feel for compatibility!

Hi, I'm Lan, (like Mulan without the "mu") and I'm a 2nd generation Vietnamese American psychotherapist. As a professional therapist, I am prepared to journey alongside you with humor, grace, and empathy. I hope to renew your hope on your path towards holistic healing, peace, and contentment. If you value direct feedback, wholehearted encouragement, and compassionate challenges from an honest coach, I would likely be a good fit for you. Maybe you are finally ready to like yourself. Maybe you are curious about reaching your true potential. Maybe it is about time for you to treat yourself to deeper healing and greater fulfillment. I am ready when you are! Reach out for a FREE 15-minute phone consultation today!

If a client is new to therapy, I find it most important to ask about their expectations. What do you think therapy will be like? What do you hope it will be like? And further, what concerns do you have about the process? If someone is feeling on the fence about going, I might ask what makes you apprehensive? or even scared about therapy? Oftentimes I’ve found that misconceptions about what therapy is like, or perceptions of stigma for being in therapy can be powerful drivers of apprehension. I work with clients around these preconceptions to allay any fears or concerns you might have through an honest, open, and transparent discussion about what therapy is, and what it isn’t.

Especially for some of the most successful among us, we can hold ourselves to the highest standards of performance in all areas. Sometimes we may feel that we're supposed to have all the answers to the challenges life throws our way, even when that isn’t always possible. For so many, an achievement focus can come at the expense of other areas of our lives. I see therapy as a collaborative experience. I work with my clients to help unlock what holds them back to gain an understanding of how our histories shape our present, while building a foundation of skills in the here-in-now to promote healing and a future that is self-defined. My approach is solution-focused and uses elements of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy to identify and build on your strengths. As a Substance Abuse Specialist, I help individuals including young adults transform their relationships with substances and behaviors that feel out of control. Therapy should be a process that makes us feel free to be fully ourselves. To heal and enliven us to be authentically, beautifully, and powerfully exactly who we are, unbound by what has in the past, held us back. Let's work together to find strength, meaning, healing, and freedom so you can define your own path. It's time to be free and come alive again. Let’s do it together.