Mental health conditions

Seasonal affective disorder is a pattern of depression tied to changes in light and season, most often emerging in fall and winter. The mood shifts are predictable but can be severe. Treatment typically combines light therapy, psychotherapy, and in some cases medication, with the goal of reducing both the severity of episodes and their impact over time.

Relationship anxiety is a persistent pattern of fear, doubt, and reassurance-seeking within close relationships, even when there is no clear reason for concern. It often has less to do with the relationship itself and more to do with earlier experiences of instability or loss. Treatment focuses on identifying the source of the anxiety, building internal security, and breaking the cycles that push partners away.

Trauma can linger long after an event is over, showing up in flashes of fear, trouble sleeping, or feeling disconnected from the people around you. When those reactions start shaping the way you move through the world, treatment can help you feel steady again. That often means talking through what happened at a pace that feels safe, learning ways to calm your body when you’re triggered, and rebuilding a sense of trust in yourself.

When anxiety becomes more than occasional stress—when it starts dictating your choices or keeping you from enjoying life—it may be time to get help. Treatment can involve learning practical techniques to calm racing thoughts, understanding what’s fueling the anxiety, and in some cases, using medications to bring symptoms under control. The goal is to give you the tools to face life with confidence, not fear.