Life Transitions

Difficult life transitions can affect your physical and mental health. If you or a loved one experiences a difficult life transition and needs extra support, turn to advanced registered nurse practitioner Stephanie Blanshan, ARNP, and the team at Resonance Psychiatry. They offer therapy and other treatments to help you overcome stress, anxiety, sadness, and similar emotions. Schedule a telehealth evaluation by phone or request one online today to get started. 

What are life transitions?

Life transitions are major changes that many people experience at some point during their lifetime. Some are exciting, while others can cause emotional distress. 

If you're having difficulty coping with a life transition and desire relief, see the experts at Resonance Psychiatry for a personalized treatment plan.

What are examples of life transitions?

Examples of life transitions include:

• Getting married
• Getting divorced
• Breaking up with a partner
• Starting a new job
• Losing a job
• Having a child
• Moving to a new house or a new location
• Losing a loved one
• Getting diagnosed with a medical problem

Even a life transition that you’re excited about may bring unexpected thoughts and emotions. 

Which symptoms might life transitions cause?

Difficult life transitions could lead to:

• Stress
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Worry, fear, or nervousness
• Irritability
• Mood swings
• Thoughts of suicide
• Loss of interest in favorite things
• Difficulty concentrating
• Brain fog
• Fatigue
• Insomnia and other sleep disorders
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Substance misuse
• Weight changes
• Appetite changes
• Eating disorders
• Physical aches and pains

You’re not alone during difficult life transitions when you seek guidance from the Resonance Psychiatry team. They’re here to support you. 

Which mental health treatments for life transitions are right for me?

Your Resonance Psychiatry provider completes a psychiatric evaluation to learn if you have a mental health disorder related to a life transition. They discuss your emotions, moods, thoughts, and behaviors using DSM-5 criteria. 

Resonance Psychiatry also offers genetic testing to learn which medication may be right for you, as well as lab testing to discover any underlying conditions affecting your physical or mental health. 

Which solutions may help support difficult life transitions?

Depending on your symptoms and situation, the Resonance Psychiatry team may recommend one or more of the following treatments for a life transition:

• Lifestyle changes
• Stress management
• Individual or family therapy
• Medication management
• Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy
• Psychotherapy
• Medically supervised weight management
• Sleep optimization 
• Referrals for school or work support programs

It’s helpful to get enough sleep, stay active, eat a balanced diet, minimize stress, and maintain a strong social support network. Avoid smoking, alcohol, and drug use. 

Follow up with Resonance Psychiatry routinely for therapy or medication adjustments when necessary, and call the office anytime with questions.

Schedule a telehealth evaluation at Resonance Psychiatry by phone or online today for support in overcoming difficult life transitions.