Online Therapy for Nurses & Healthcare Professionals
Your shift ended. Your brain is still at work.
You spend your workday making decisions, managing responsibilities, and taking care of other people. Then you go home, and your mind starts reviewing everything.
Did I miss something? Should I have handled that differently? Why did I agree to another shift?
Being good at your job doesn't mean you're immune to anxiety, exhaustion, or burnout.
I'm Taylor Garff, a licensed therapist specializing in anxiety, perfectionism, and nervous-system regulation. I offer online therapy for nurses and healthcare professionals who want to feel more like themselves outside of work, too.
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When Work Follows You Home
Healthcare work comes with responsibilities that don't always disappear when you clock out.
You might recognize some of these experiences:
Second-guessing yourself: Replaying conversations, decisions, or possible mistakes long after your shift.
Feeling guilty about boundaries: Knowing you need a day off but struggling to say no when someone asks you to cover.
Difficulty relaxing: Being physically exhausted while your mind keeps going.
Perfectionism: Holding yourself to standards you would never expect from another person.
Emotional exhaustion: Having less patience or energy for relationships and activities you normally enjoy.
Anticipatory anxiety: Spending your time off worrying about returning to work.
You might be functioning well at work while feeling overwhelmed everywhere else.
And because you're used to handling stressful situations, you might have gotten pretty good at convincing yourself everything is fine.
Therapy offers somewhere to examine what's happening without having to perform, manage everyone else's feelings, or pretend you're okay.
Therapy That Focuses on More Than Getting Through Your Next Shift
My approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in understanding both your thoughts and your nervous system.
Together, we might work on:
Anxiety and overthinking
Recognizing patterns of worry, self-criticism, and second-guessing. Learning how to respond differently rather than getting caught in the same thoughts repeatedly.
Perfectionism and unrealistic expectations
Exploring why mistakes feel threatening, why being good enough rarely feels sufficient, and how to develop expectations that leave room for being human.
Burnout and emotional exhaustion
Identifying where your energy goes, what contributes to ongoing stress, and which changes are within your control.
Boundaries and people-pleasing
Practicing saying no, managing guilt, and making decisions based on your needs instead of automatically prioritizing everyone else's.
Nervous-system regulation
Learning strategies to settle physical tension and respond to stress, including approaches adapted to irregular schedules and changing sleep routines.
I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and nervous-system-informed approaches. We'll focus on what fits your goals rather than following a rigid formula.
Work Rotating Shifts? Let's Talk Scheduling.
Three 12-hour shifts. Rotating weekends. Changing days off. A schedule that looks different every month.
Traditional therapy appointments don't always fit the way healthcare professionals work.
You don't necessarily need the same appointment time every week to work with me.
I offer flexible daytime scheduling based on available openings.
Depending on your schedule and my availability, we might:
Meet on different weekdays from one appointment to the next.
Book several sessions ahead when your work schedule is released.
Use open appointment times that fit your days off.
Arrange weekly or biweekly sessions based on your needs and treatment goals.
I don't offer evening or overnight appointments, and specific times aren't guaranteed. We'll talk about what feels sustainable and whether my available hours fit your schedule.
The goal is to make therapy easier to attend without adding another source of stress.
Who I Work With
This page is for nurses and other healthcare professionals experiencing anxiety, stress, perfectionism, or burnout.
That includes registered nurses, LPNs, nursing assistants, respiratory therapists, imaging professionals, hospital and clinic staff, and healthcare students preparing to enter the field.
Your job title isn't the deciding factor. What matters is what you're experiencing and whether my approach fits your needs.
I'm also an LGBTQ+-affirming therapist. You deserve a space where your identity, relationships, and experiences receive respect without explanation or judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to attend therapy at the same time every week?
No. If your work schedule changes, we'll review available appointment times and plan ahead whenever possible. Consistency in treatment still matters, but the appointment day doesn't always have to stay the same.
I work night shifts. Would daytime therapy work for me?
Potentially. Some overnight workers prefer appointments on their days off. We'll consider your sleep schedule and whether there's an available time when you're rested enough to participate comfortably.
Do you work with healthcare professionals experiencing burnout?
Yes. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, chronic stress, and emotional exhaustion. We can explore how workplace demands, personal expectations, and boundaries affect your well-being.
Do you accept insurance?
I accept several insurance plans, with coverage varying by state and specific policy. Delaware and South Carolina appointments are private pay.
Visit my Fees & Insurance page for current information.
Where is online therapy available?
I offer secure video therapy to adults physically located in Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Delaware, and South Carolina during their appointments.
How do I get started?
We'll start with a free 15-minute phone consultation. You can tell me a little about what you're experiencing, ask questions about my approach, and discuss how your work schedule affects availability.
There's no pressure to commit.
You Take Your Work Seriously. Your Own Well-Being Deserves Attention, Too.
You don't need to wait until you're completely exhausted to address anxiety, stress, or the expectations you place on yourself.
Whether you're questioning every decision, struggling to switch off after work, or finding yourself with little energy left for your personal life, we can talk about what might help.
Let's see whether working together feels like a good fit.