These writings have grown out of repeated conversations with patients, colleagues, and community stakeholders about the “mystery” that often surrounds mental health and care—questions about what is “normal,” when support is appropriate, and how to navigate care. They are intended to make mental health experiences and services feel more understandable and less opaque.
They are not meant to diagnose, but to offer language and context—helping readers make sense of their experiences, place symptoms within a broader story, and feel more oriented before deciding what kind of support, if any, they may want to pursue.
Safely Using Mental Health Apps
Digital tools can be steady companions between appointments — or unhelpful noise. The difference lies not in the app itself, but in how it interacts with your emotional needs, your vulnerabilities, and your clinical plan.
Should I Consider Medication?
Medication isn’t about “fixing” something wrong — it’s about supporting your body and mind when symptoms begin to feel overwhelming. If mood, sleep, anxiety, focus, or energy are affecting your daily functioning — at home, at work, or in relationships — medication may help restore balance.
Medication decisions are collaborative and tailored to your goals.
Therapy And Reproductive Transitions
Therapy during reproductive transitions is not about “fixing” you — it’s about supporting you through profound change, with clarity and compassion.
Preparing for Your Psychiatric Appointment
Preparing for Your Psychiatric Appointment
Follow-up appointments are where your treatment plan becomes more personalized and responsive to your daily life. These visits help us understand how your symptoms are evolving, how medications are affecting you, and what adjustments may support your wellbeing.
Getting into specialized care- A step-by-step guide
Reaching out to specialized services can seem daunting. This guide will help demystify the process.
Understanding Out-of-Network Care
“Out of Network” does not mean “not available”. It can mean more personalized care.