Imagine your heart suddenly racing, your breath shortening, and your thoughts spiraling into a wave of panic that feels unstoppable. You know you’re safe, yet your body screams otherwise. For many, this is what panic disorder feels like—a full-body alarm that fires without warning. If...
As a women’s mental health counselor with 20 years of experience in anxiety therapy and panic disorder therapy, I’ve seen how our “always-on” world can quietly fuel worry, overwhelm, and panic. The good news: small, intentional changes—especially around technology—can bring big relief. Whether you’re searching...
After two decades working in counseling for children and therapy for teens, I’ve learned that child anxiety doesn’t always look like worry. Often, it looks like a stomachache before school, a meltdown after a birthday party, or a child who becomes suddenly “too perfect.” If...
When your teenager starts struggling with focus, mood swings, or constant worry, it can feel like watching a storm you can’t control. You see their potential—their humor, creativity, and heart—but lately, school feels harder, their spark seems dimmer, and you’re unsure what to do next....
When anxiety or depression enters a relationship, both partners feel the ripple effects—plans shift, emotions fluctuate, and communication can get tangled. Yet, with empathy, structure, and the right professional support, relationships can grow stronger, not weaker. As a couples counselor with 20 years of experience,...
If you’re searching “medication management near me,” “psychiatrist near me,” or “anti depressants near me,” you’re likely navigating symptoms that affect your daily life—and you want answers you can trust. As a psychiatrist with 20 years of experience caring for people with co-occurring mental health...