Stories & Stigma from the voice behind Beyond the Stigma AZ

Starting this blog feels like the natural next step in the journey of Beyond the Stigma AZ. When I opened my practice, I knew I wanted it to be more than a place for appointments. I wanted it to be a space where people could feel seen, heard, and understood even outside of session time.

Why I’m Starting This Blog

Too often, mental health conversations happen behind closed doors or not at all. Stigma makes people feel like they should be ashamed, have done something wrong, or should hide their struggles. My goal here is to bring those conversations into the open and let you know: you are not alone.

What You Can Expect

On this blog, you’ll find:

• Education about ADHD, OCD, anxiety, trauma, and more
• Practical tools for navigating daily challenges
• Stories and reflections from real life as a psychiatric nurse practitioner

My Hope for You

If you’ve ever felt like your struggles didn’t “count” or weren’t “bad enough” to seek help, this space is for you. Healing begins when we replace silence with compassion, understanding, and knowledge.

Thank you for being here at the start of this new chapter. I can’t wait to walk this journey with you.