Adjustment disorder is a condition that develops in response to an identifiable stressor within three months of its onset and involves emotional or behavioral symptoms that are out of proportion to the stressor or cause significant impairment. Symptoms may include anxiety, low mood, irritability, or difficulty functioning in daily life.

Anxiety disorders are characterized by excessive fear and worry that are difficult to control and out of proportion to the situation. These symptoms often involve physical responses such as restlessness, muscle tension, difficulty concentrating, and sleep disturbances. When persistent and severe, anxiety can significantly impact daily functioning and quality of life.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by persistent patterns of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interfere with daily functioning. Symptoms may include difficulty sustaining attention, disorganization, forgetfulness, restlessness, fidgeting, interrupting others, and trouble waiting one’s turn.

A persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed, often accompanied by feeling stuck, hopeless, or helpless. It can affect sleep, energy, appetite, and many areas of life, including relationships and daily functioning. For some individuals, these symptoms may also include thoughts of death or suicide.

LGBTQ individuals may face unique mental health stressors, including stigma, minority stress, discrimination, or challenges related to identity and acceptance. I offer affirming mental health support for transgender individuals seeking gender-affirming care, including evaluations and documentation when appropriate.

Affirming, trauma-informed care can help address these experiences and promote resilience and emotional well-being.

Mood disorders, are characterized by disturbances in a person’s emotional state, such as persistent low mood, elevated mood, or mood swings. These changes significantly affect thoughts, behavior, energy, and daily functioning. When severe or long-lasting, mood disorders can impair relationships, work performance, and overall quality of life.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves the presence of obsessions, compulsions, or both, that are time-consuming or cause significant distress or impairment. Symptoms include intrusive and unwanted thoughts, urges, or images (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) performed to reduce anxiety—such as checking, cleaning, counting, or seeking reassurance. Individuals often recognize these thoughts or behaviors as excessive but feel driven to perform them.

Schizophrenia is a chronic psychotic disorder characterized by symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking or behavior, and negative symptoms (e.g., reduced emotional expression or motivation).

Psychosis refers to a condition involving a loss of contact with reality, often including delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, or severely abnormal behavior.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event and involves symptoms that last longer than one month. These symptoms include intrusive memories or flashbacks, avoidance of trauma reminders, negative changes in mood or thinking (such as guilt, fear, or detachment), and increased arousal or reactivity (such as hypervigilance, irritability, or sleep problems). These symptoms cause significant distress or interfere with daily functioning.

Sleep disorders involve persistent difficulties with sleep quality, timing, or duration that cause distress or impair daytime functioning. Symptoms may include trouble falling or staying asleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, irregular sleep-wake patterns, loud snoring or breathing disruptions, and unusual behaviors during sleep. These conditions can affect mood, concentration, energy, and overall well-being.