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Many adults seek psychiatric care after feeling dismissed or rushed in prior experiences. Feeling heard is not an extra in mental health care. It is foundational. Dr. Mark Chofla works with patients who value honesty and thoughtful feedback as part of psychiatric care. Careful listening helps clinicians understand not only symptoms, but context, history, and lived experience. When people feel genuinely listened to, they are more likely to stay engaged in care over time. One p

This time of year often comes with pressure to feel different. More motivated. More improved. More certain. But for many adults engaged in mental health care, progress does not announce itself loudly. At Empathy Therapy, psychiatrist Dr. Mark Chofla frequently works with adults who are frustrated by how subtle or uneven progress can feel. In psychiatric care, change is rarely linear. It often unfolds gradually, through consistency rather than dramatic moments. Quiet progress

Many adults move through life believing that their productivity, ambition, or attention to detail is simply part of their personality. Over time, these traits may become the very things others praise: being dependable, organized, or high-achieving. Yet for many people, anxiety is quietly running the show beneath what appears to be motivation. Anxiety often pushes people forward long after their energy is depleted. It can make rest feel unsafe and can turn simple tasks into ur

Holidays often bring mixed emotions. For some people, this season brings joy, connection, and comfort. For others, it can highlight loss, loneliness, or the pressure to appear cheerful when that does not match how they truly feel. It is normal for the holidays to feel different each year. Life changes, relationships shift, and our emotional needs evolve. When expectations no longer fit your current reality, it can help to slow down and create space for reflection. Making Room

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