Reasons clients come to see me.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Life with OCD can look like a meticulously ordered but endlessly repetitive loop, where specific thoughts and behaviors dictate each moment. It can turn daily routines into exhaustive rituals around symmetry, numbers, or a “just right” feeling. Through effective treatment such as ERP, there is great potential for reclaiming control over your mental landscape.
Perfectionism
Perfectionism within the context of OCD can show up as an overwhelming need to get things exactly right, avoid mistakes, or meet rigid standards. This may lead to procrastination, reassurance-seeking, or repeated behaviors aimed at reducing anxiety. Treatment focuses on loosening the grip of perfectionism by encouraging flexibility, self-compassion, and more adaptive coping tools.
Anxiety Disorders
OCD and anxiety disorders are closely related and share similar symptoms, though they are now recognized as distinct conditions. Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, and panic attacks can co-occur with OCD or have overlapping symptoms, and therapy can target the root causes of anxiety to create more sustainable coping mechanisms.
Intrusive Thoughts
Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, repetitive mental images, ideas, or urges that feel distressing, inappropriate, or confusing. These thoughts often appear suddenly and can lead to intense worry, guilt, or fear about what they might mean. Therapy helps reduce the intensity and impact of these thoughts by building awareness, reframing interpretations, and supporting more effective responses.
Imposter Syndrome
You’ve checked every box, done the work, and still feel like you don’t belong? Imposter syndrome is loud, but it doesn’t have to be in charge. In therapy, you can learn ways to manage it so you can finally quiet that inner critic, own your wins, and feel like you deserve the seat at the table that you’ve already earned.
Work-Life Balance
If your job feels like it’s taking over your life, you’re not imagining it—unplugging is harder than ever. Therapy can help you figure out what balance actually looks like for you (hint: it’s not just about time management) so you can reclaim your energy, focus, and peace of mind.