There is a reason you’ve gotten to where you are today:
because you are a driven, intelligent, and committed human who wants to do good in the world. But succeeding in your craft has meant you’ve often been asked to do so at the expense of yourself.
So you’ve done that. For years, you’ve done “whatever it takes” to be the best physician you can be — working 24s after long clinical days, fitting in studying on days off, and giving every ounce of yourself to caring for your patients.
You are the picture of success.
But inside? When you’re honest with yourself, you actually feel...
Like an imposter, despite being super qualified for your job
Overwhelmed with stress and burnout, like you can’t keep going
Unable to form genuine, real relationships with others (or staying in toxic ones)
Discomfort in your own skin, like you can’t be your authentic self
Your academic training is only a part of who you are as a physician.
It’s worth it to invest in the other parts, too.
Who It’s For
Counseling for medical professionals is for you if you’re an intern, resident, or attending who is fed up with feeling this way.
You’re willing to wade through some of the shit from your own past and do the hard work to come out as a better physician — and person — on the other side.
We’ll use techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and other treatment modalities to help you get unstuck and step into a more confident, authentic, vibrant version of yourself.
If that’s you, let’s chat. I offer online sessions and flexible times to accommodate your busy schedule.
Who It’s Not For
Counseling with me isn’t right for everyone, and that’s okay. Those who aren’t willing to get uncomfortable — who shy away from examining their past or looking inward — will probably not get their desired results working with me.
If you are looking for a “quick fix” for your stress so you can get back to doing what you’ve always done, I also may not be the best option for you.
Counseling with me is about doing the hard work to create lasting change, and that takes time. While I absolutely offer ways to improve your day-to-day life, we focus more on cultivating long-term growth.
You do not have to deny yourself for the sake of your patients.
What if, instead, you drew on your own vulnerabilities and strengths in order to serve them better?
Why medical professionals?
I know how challenging — and rewarding — this profession can be. As the spouse of an ED physician, I experienced all the highs and lows of medical school and residency right along side my husband. I also worked for 6 years in hospitals and jails as a crisis clinician.
Now I love getting to use my skills as a therapist to provide support to those serving on the front lines of our communities. You are more than the skills and knowledge you’ve worked so hard to acquire.
You are a person too.
