Nusha Nouhi (she/her)

Chronic illness often shows up quietly as exhaustion, mental fog, emotional strain, and a sense that all of your energy is being pulled toward managing your health. Many people carry guilt or shame for changes they did not choose or cause. I support individuals adjusting to diagnoses- like diabetes or cancer- and navigating ongoing medical care by helping them process these shifts and reduce emotional burden. The goal is steadiness, self-compassion, and a life that feels livable again.

I use Motivational Interviewing as a compassionate, collaborative framework to help clients navigate ambivalence during periods of burnout, health-related change, or major life transitions. Rather than pushing for change, MI creates space to clarify values, reduce internal conflict, and move forward in ways that feel steady, self-directed, and sustainable.

I provide bariatric pre-surgical psychological evaluations required by surgeons and insurance plans. These evaluations are not designed to approve or deny surgery. Their purpose is to support realistic expectations, identify areas that may need attention before or after surgery, and increase the likelihood of long-term success. The process is collaborative, respectful, and focused on preparation rather than judgment.

Do you feel off balance, unstable, or disconnected because of work or career stress? When your professional life is misaligned, it often affects your nervous system, sense of identity, and relationships. I help you restore balance, stability, and connection by addressing both the practical and emotional impact of career transitions. Our work focuses on realigning your nervous system while supporting thoughtful professional and personal change.

Do you feel constantly “on,” exhausted, or like there’s no space to rest without something falling apart? Burnout often affects people who are capable, responsible, and used to pushing through. I help you slow the cycle, understand what’s draining your energy, and rebuild balance. My work blends insight with practical tools, helping you recover in a way that supports long-term resilience rather than short-term relief.

I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients navigate burnout, chronic illness, and major life transitions. ACT focuses on reducing struggle with what cannot be changed while strengthening clarity, values, and psychological flexibility. This approach supports meaningful forward movement without pushing past limits or relying on willpower alone.