Why do I feel stuck, anxious, or burned out even though life looks “fine”?

It’s very common for young professionals to feel this way. Research shows that although many early-career adults appear to have it together, pressures around performance, imposter syndrome, long hours, financial stress and under-developed emotional wellness support lead to increased mental health burden. In the Nashville context, you might be navigating a competitive work culture, networking expectations, relocation or cost-of-living stress. Therapy can help you unpack what “success” really means for you, identify what’s draining you, and build sustainable boundaries and identity (not just achievement). We’ll work together to shift from “I should be fine, so what’s wrong with me?” to “Here’s what I’m really dealing with,” and build skills for thriving (not just surviving).

How do I know if what I’m feeling means I should start therapy?

This is a smart and common question. Anxiety, stress and life-transition strain can be part of young professional life—but when they start impacting your sleep, relationships, work performance, or sense of meaning, they’re worth paying attention to. For example, persistent feelings of unease, chronic fatigue, irritability, avoidance of social or professional opportunities, or using substances to cope are signs that it may be time to reach out for support. Therapy isn’t just for “major” diagnoses—it’s a space to explore what’s being asked of you (by work, culture, or yourself) and map out healthier ways to respond. For many young professionals in Nashville, balancing work, pressure, and personal life can leave little room to breathe. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and support is available.

What about cost, privacy, or people at work finding out?

I’m a private-pay practice and don’t accept insurance. I made this choice because using insurance requires a mental health diagnosis that becomes part of your permanent record. Paying privately helps protect your privacy and allows us to focus on your goals—not paperwork. Starting therapy is a personal investment in your growth and well-being. Still, if cost feels like a real barrier, please reach out to ask about sliding-scale or reduced-rate options. Everything shared in therapy stays private. Your employer, friends, or coworkers won’t know you’re in therapy unless you choose to tell them. The only exceptions are safety concerns—those are the few times I’m legally required to share information. Otherwise, what we discuss stays between us.

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Therapy for Young Professionals

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For many young professionals, men and women alike, life moves fast — full of goals, expectations, and the pressure to have it all figured out. It’s easy to look successful on paper while quietly feeling stretched thin, uncertain, or disconnected from what you actually want. Therapy offers space to slow down and make sense of the parts that don’t show up on a résumé — the exhaustion, the self-doubt, the questions about where to go next.

I work with men and women navigating burnout, imposter syndrome, career transitions, and the push-and-pull between ambition and well-being. Our work isn’t about fixing who you are, but understanding what’s driving you, what’s draining you, and what feels most worth your energy moving forward.

You might be in a season where you’ve checked every box you were told to, yet something still feels off. Maybe you wake up tired, question if you’re in the right place, or wonder when life will start to feel like your own. Therapy gives you the space to ask those questions out loud, to untangle what success actually means for you, and to find a pace that fits the person you’re becoming.

If this feels like a good fit, I’d be honored to walk with you in this part of your journey. Please click the link above to schedule your FREE 15-minute phone consultation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

It’s very common for young professionals to feel this way. Research shows that although many early-career adults appear to have it together, pressures around performance, imposter syndrome, long hours, financial stress and under-developed emotional wellness support lead to increased mental health burden.
In the Nashville context, you might be navigating a competitive work culture, networking expectations, relocation or cost-of-living stress. Therapy can help you unpack what “success” really means for you, identify what’s draining you, and build sustainable boundaries and identity (not just achievement).
We’ll work together to shift from “I should be fine, so what’s wrong with me?” to “Here’s what I’m really dealing with,” and build skills for thriving (not just surviving).
This is a smart and common question. Anxiety, stress and life-transition strain can be part of young professional life—but when they start impacting your sleep, relationships, work performance, or sense of meaning, they’re worth paying attention to. For example, persistent feelings of unease, chronic fatigue, irritability, avoidance of social or professional opportunities, or using substances to cope are signs that it may be time to reach out for support.
Therapy isn’t just for “major” diagnoses—it’s a space to explore what’s being asked of you (by work, by culture, by yourself or family) and map out healthier, more authentic ways to respond. For many young professionals in Nashville, balancing work, pressure, and personal life can leave little room to breathe. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and support is available.
I’m a private-pay practice and don’t accept insurance. I made this choice because using insurance requires a mental health diagnosis that becomes part of your permanent record. Paying privately helps protect your privacy and allows us to focus on your goals—not paperwork.
Starting therapy is a personal investment in your growth and well-being. Still, if cost feels like a real barrier to getting the support you need, please reach out to ask about sliding-scale or reduced-rate options.
Everything shared in therapy stays private. Your employer, friends, or coworkers won’t know you’re in therapy unless you choose to tell them. The only exceptions are situations involving safety or abuse—those are the few times I’m legally required to share information. Otherwise, what we discuss stays between us.