Specialties & Treatment Areas
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can feel overwhelming, as it often involves persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) that cause anxiety and lead to repetitive actions (compulsions) in an attempt to find relief. If you’re struggling with OCD, it’s important to know you’re not alone, and these patterns don’t have to control your life. With the right support and treatment, you can break free from these cycles and regain peace and balance in your daily life.
Panic Disorder
Panic disorder is a condition where sudden, intense feelings of fear or discomfort, called panic attacks, occur unexpectedly and can be overwhelming. These attacks can cause physical symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, or dizziness, and the fear of having another attack often leads to ongoing anxiety. If you’re experiencing panic disorder, know that you’re not alone—these feelings can be managed, and with the right support and treatment, you can regain control and live without the constant fear of panic.
Specific Phobia
A specific phobia is an intense, overwhelming fear of a particular object or situation, like heights, flying, or spiders, that may seem irrational but feels very real. This fear can cause significant anxiety and lead to avoidance behaviors that disrupt daily life. If you’re dealing with a specific phobia, it’s important to know that your fear is valid, and with the right support and treatment, you can learn to face it in a way that feels manageable and regain control of your life.
Parenting Anxious Kids
Parenting a child with anxiety can be challenging and sometimes overwhelming, as you may feel unsure of how to best support your child while watching them struggle with fears and worries. It’s natural to want to protect them from discomfort, but learning how to guide them through their anxiety, rather than around it, can empower them to build resilience and confidence. With the right strategies and support, both you and your child can learn to manage anxiety in a way that strengthens your connection and helps them thrive. You don’t have to do this alone—there’s help available for both of you.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) involves constant worry and fear about everyday things, even when there’s no immediate reason for concern. This persistent anxiety can feel exhausting and make it hard to focus or enjoy life. If you’re living with GAD, know that your worries are valid, but they don’t have to control you. With the right support and treatment, you can learn to manage your anxiety, find calm, and feel more present and at peace in your daily life. You don’t have to carry the weight of worry alone.
Depression
Depression can feel like a heavy weight that makes even the simplest tasks seem overwhelming, leaving you feeling exhausted, hopeless, or disconnected from the things and people you care about. It’s more than just feeling sad—it’s a real condition that can affect every part of your life. If you’re struggling with depression, it’s important to know that you don’t have to face it alone. With the right support and treatment, you can begin to feel better and find your way back to a more fulfilling, hopeful life.
Adjustment
Adjustment Disorder occurs when a major life change or stressful event, like a move, job loss, or relationship challenge, leads to feelings of sadness, anxiety, or overwhelm that seem more intense than expected. It can feel like you’re struggling to cope with the situation and find your footing again. If you’re experiencing this, know that it’s okay to feel the way you do, and you don’t have to go through it alone. With support and care, you can navigate these changes, find balance, and begin to feel like yourself again.
Identity Development
Identity development, including sexual identity, is a natural part of growing up, as teens and young adults explore who they are, what they believe, and how they connect with others. This journey can sometimes feel confusing or overwhelming, especially when it involves understanding one’s gender or sexual identity. It’s important to know that this process is unique for everyone, and it’s okay to take your time figuring things out. With the right support, you can explore your identity in a safe and accepting way, allowing you to embrace who you truly are with confidence and self-compassion.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a response to experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, leaving you feeling stuck in the past, with memories, nightmares, or flashbacks that make it hard to feel safe or move forward. PTSD can cause overwhelming fear, anxiety, and a sense of disconnection from others. If you’re living with PTSD, know that what you’re going through is a natural response to trauma, and you’re not alone. With the right treatment and support, it’s possible to heal, reclaim your life, and find peace again.
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs)
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) are compulsive actions like hair pulling, skin picking, or nail biting that can be difficult to control, even though they may cause distress or discomfort. These behaviors are often a way to cope with stress or anxiety but can lead to feelings of shame or frustration. If you’re struggling with a BFRB, know that you’re not alone, and it’s not your fault. With the right support and treatment, you can learn to manage these urges and develop healthier ways to cope, bringing relief and confidence back into your life.