Dr. Brooke Davidson, PSY.D

Dr. Brooke Davidson was my first therapist, and she left big shoes to fill. When I first came to Brooke, she was still doing her post-graduate training (I think that's what that segment of psyD training is called), however, she exhibited the knowledge and prowess of a seasoned psychologist. I had been struggling with PTSD silently for years & hadn't told anyone, let alone acknowledged it myself - just shoving it further and further back in my mind & becoming more and more dysfunctional as a human being because of it. During one of our first sessions (which was supposed to just be addressing ongoing depression symptoms), I utterly broke down and was finally honest about what was *actually* going on. Little did I know at the time, but this was one of Brooke's first sessions of her post-graduate training & I was one of her first patients. To be able to respond in the way she did - to absolutely keep her cool, while also genuinely conveying that she cared - when someone metaphorically drops an *unexpected* psychological bomb in front of you is no easy feat as an experienced doctor, let alone someone just embarking on their career. We worked together and effectively treated my PTSD and a myriad of other issues that were keeping me from being a fully realized version of myself. It was hard work, but Brooke - with her warm & caring demeanor, and setting of timely achievable goals - always made it feel on a positive trajectory & worth the while. And it was. I now live a fulfilling life. I have a healthy relationship with a partner who I love dearly. I have a career I'm passionate about. I live in a city I love. I am surrounded by friends. I am no longer afraid of people & I am no longer afraid of asking for help. But most importantly, I feel safe, at ease, & able to handle whatever life throws my way with equanimity (even with the current state of the world). I cannot recommend Brooke Davidson enough, especially if you are seeking help with OCD, ADHD, PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, dysfunctional family dynamics, and just about any other psychological ailment. I wish I could still go to her for check ups now and again when I need them, but unfortunately, she's not covered by my insurance and lives far away from me now. And so, I embark on a quest to find a therapist who can do check up sessions with me every now and again - but, if I'm honest, I am finding it hard to find someone who can stand toe and toe with Brooke. She's just got that extra level of humanity and understanding that is difficult to find, but undeniable when you find it.