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Choosing private-pay psychiatric care is often a deliberate decision. Many adults arrive at this choice after experiencing long wait times, limited access, or brief appointments that do not allow for meaningful discussion. Private-pay care allows for time, attention, and individualized treatment planning. It prioritizes quality of care over volume and creates space for collaborative decision-making. At Empathy Therapy, Dr. Mark Chofla works with adults who want a thoughtful

Many people enter treatment with the hope that progress will be clear and immediate. They imagine waking up one day with a sudden shift in mood, energy, or perspective. In reality, progress in mental health often unfolds in ways that are subtle, steady, and deeply meaningful. Progress may look like noticing a thought that once passed by unquestioned. It may look like pausing before reacting. It may look like getting through a difficult moment without falling into an old patte

For many people, mental health care feels divided. One provider prescribes medication. Another provides therapy. You share your story more than once, and the connection between insight and treatment can get lost along the way. At Empathy Therapy, care is designed differently. Dr. Mark Chofla offers both psychiatry and therapy within the same practice, so each appointment builds on the last. This consistency allows for a deeper understanding of how life experiences, emotions,

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Summer trips often bring a welcome change of scenery — time to relax, disconnect, and recharge. But what happens when you come back? Many...