One of the most common questions I hear from clients—whether in Cleveland, Columbus, Charlotte, or Detroit—is: “How do I know if it’s time to change my medication?” If you’ve been searching “medication management near me,” “psychiatrist near me,” or “anti depressants near me,” you’re likely noticing changes in your mood, energy, or focus and wondering…
Long-distance love can feel both tender and tiring—full of “I miss you”s, countdowns to visits, and questions like, “Can we really make this work?” The miles between you don’t have to mean emotional distance. With intention, structure, and heart, you can build a relationship that feels steady, close, and worth the effort—no matter what your…
In my time as a marriage counselor, there is probably one statement I have heard more than any other, and that is, “I just don’t think I will ever get over this.” This statement is often said by my clients who have recently learned their spouse has had an affair. The second most common phrase…
Why Passion Fades—and How You Can Get It Back Long-term love evolves. It’s normal for desire to ebb and flow as careers grow, kids arrive, bodies change, and routines settle in. If you and your partner feel stuck, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. Stress, routine, communication gaps, and unresolved emotional tension often dim intimacy…
When the butterflies feel quieter and life feels louder, it’s easy to wonder if the magic is gone—or if you chose the wrong person. The truth? Most of the time, you don’t need a new love story. You just need to gently rewrite the one you’re already in, with more intention, curiosity, and tiny daily…
Why navigating non-monogamy with care matters As a couples counselor of 20 years, I’ve watched hundreds of partners wrestle with how to talk about Navigating Non-Monogamy (ENM) with compassion. The conversations can be tender—especially when one partner has an anxious attachment style. When handled well, these talks can deepen trust and intimacy. When rushed or…
Why Navigating Non-Monogamy Matters in Relationships For many modern couples—whether in Cleveland, Ohio, Detroit, Michigan, Charlotte, North Carolina, or Columbus, Ohio—conversations about opening a relationship are becoming more common. You might be curious about consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, or swinging, or perhaps you’re simply trying to understand a partner’s interest. As a couples counselor with 20…
In my role as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, one aspect of mental health care that I often emphasize is the importance of open and honest communication between individuals and their healthcare providers. A pivotal conversation that many face on their mental health journey is discussing the integration of medication and therapy. Join me…
College is often portrayed as the “best years of your life”—a time of growth, freedom, and self-discovery. Yet for many students, it’s also when anxiety quietly takes hold. Between academic demands, social pressure, financial stress, and the uncertainty of the future, mental health struggles can become overwhelming. As a psychiatrist with 20 years of experience…
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) can feel like a dark cloud that never lifts, casting a shadow over every aspect of life. Traditional treatments, including medication and talk therapy, have provided relief for many, but there’s an innovative approach gaining recognition for its effectiveness: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This therapy is offering new hope…
