Stress and Self-Care
What this specialty means
Stress and Self-Care is a supportive specialty that helps people understand how stress shows up in their bodies, thoughts, emotions, and daily choices, and build sustainable practices to replenish energy and resilience. Depending on needs, support may involve coaching focused on habits and accountability, counseling or psychotherapy to explore patterns and emotions, or coordination with medical care when physical symptoms or safety concerns arise. The emphasis is practical, compassionate skill building, not quick fixes, and it respects culture, identity, and life context while promoting realistic, repeatable routines.
Why people seek support
People may seek stress and self-care support when persistent overwhelm, work-life imbalance, caregiving strain, academic pressure, or major transitions make it hard to sleep, focus, make decisions, or enjoy relationships. Some notice irritability, muscle tension, worry, or feeling "always on." Others want help setting boundaries, pacing productivity, or recovering after intense periods such as deadlines, moves, or new parenthood. This specialty can also fit those aiming to prevent burnout, align routines with personal values, and create space for rest without guilt, with options ranging from coaching to therapy.
Typical goals
Collaborative goals may include mapping stressors and supports; clarifying values and priorities; practicing communication and boundary-setting; and developing personalized routines for sleep, movement, nutrition choices, digital use, and restorative breaks. A provider might teach relaxation, grounding, or mindfulness skills, and use reflective exercises to challenge unhelpful thinking or perfectionism. Plans often include monitoring early warning signs, building social support, and creating realistic action steps with accountability. When appropriate, clients may explore trauma-informed approaches in therapy and coordinate with medical providers for concerns that fall outside behavioral support.
Trifecta Health educational information. For educational purposes only—not a diagnosis or a substitute for professional medical advice.
Find a specialty provider
Tiffany Silva
LCSW
Welcome - I'm glad you're here! Thank you for considering me for your counseling needs...
Dr. Tiffany Rogers
Ph.D., LAPC
Every person who comes to therapy brings their own story, shaped by unique experiences, strengths, and resilience. While many clients reach out during some of their most difficult moments, I’ve seen firsthand how pain, when met with compassion and curiosity, can become a powerful catalyst for growth and healing...
Catherine Geyer
LAPC
Hello! I'm Catherine, and I'm so glad you are here...
Stephanie Sheets
LPC
Hello! Thank you for considering me for your therapy needs...
Takita Pruitt
LMSW
Hello, I'm Takita, a therapist with a passionate commitment to helping children and families meet their goals and achieve healing. Grounded in a comprehensive understanding of trauma-informed care and equipped with the latest therapeutic techniques, I am dedicated to providing a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences and work towards positive change...
Dusty Shandy
LPC
I am a licensed professional counselor in Georgia with 10+ years of experience working with a variety of clients. I have additional experience in school-based/family counseling, case management for foster children, parental education, resource allocation for vocational rehabilitation, and education and career counseling...
Heather McCreary
LAPC
Thank you for considering me for your counseling needs. My interest in counseling and mental health stems from 25 years of experience in youth ministry and education...
Catelyn Durham
LPC, PMH-C
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist in the state of Georgia. I work with adult women who are experiencing issues related to pregnancy, post-partum, or infertility. As a mother of three young children, I understand the emotional complexity and the often isolating nuances of motherhood...
Hannah Heilman
PMHNP
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am humbled by the privilege of being part of the multidisciplinary team at Trifecta Health. I am a native Georgian and live in Duluth with my husband, four children, and two cats and dogs who enjoy gardening, painting, and family adventures in my free time. I am a family-focused provider who meets personal goals of wholeness and wellness through a collaborative treatment approach...
Brandon Massion
LCSW
Thank you for considering me for your counseling and mentoring needs. I am a licensed clinical social worker and currently work at UF Health Trauma Hospital in Jacksonville, FL...