For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?
Reaching out for help is frightening, especially in our culture that stigmatizes mental health. Many people feel concerned that they may be judged for starting therapy, or think that going to therapy says something negative about them. On top of this, therapy is a commitment that takes time and money, which can be anxiety-inducing for anyone.
However, trying therapy is an incredibly rewarding experience. Through therapy, we give ourselves a safe space to discuss any topic we would like, and learn to support ourselves through our toughest moments. We realize just how strong and resilient we are. Through practice in therapy, we can empower ourselves to make real, tangible changes to our everyday lives.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Choosing to start therapy or medication management takes courage, but it is so rewarding! I would be honored to be by your side during your mental health journey.
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a private psychotherapy and medication management practice. (In other words, I am both a therapist and a psychiatric medication prescriber.) My areas of specialization include eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and life transitions.
I practice using several modalities including psychodynamic psychotherapy, adolescent-focused therapy for eating disorders, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and compassion-focused therapy for eating disorders.