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# TGN Therapy

Therapy, Counseling, Maternal Mental Health

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## Posts

- [Sorry, but I'm Actually NOT Sorry That I'm Not Sorry](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2020/12/sorry-but-im-actually-not-sorry-that-im-not-sorry/) - How many times have you uttered the words, “I’m sorry”, in response to someone’s reaction? How many times have you been made to feel wrong, blamed—shamed, when you’ve shown an appropriate expression of emotion or articulated your needs? That’s right, people, you guessed it! You know exactly what I’m talking about, sweet angels. I’m talking
- [Q & A with Dr. Deb, DACM, L.Ac.: 6 Questions on Pregnancy Loss](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2020/12/q-a-with-dr-deb-dacm-l-ac-6-questions-on-pregnancy-loss/) - Hi friends! Today’s blog post is a Q & A with my dear colleague, Dr. Deb, and we’re answering questions related to infant and pregnancy loss. Dr. Deb is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, with decades of personal and professional experience working in women’s health. Like you, and/or someone you know, Dr. Deb
- [How to Find the One: 5 Tips for Finding the Right Therapist](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2020/12/how-to-find-the-one-5-tips-for-finding-the-right-therapist/) - With only a couple days of this year left, you might be starting to think about all of the changes you hope to make in the new year. You might even be thinking about talking to someone—a professional, about your relationships, job, work, or school stress, and general mental health, moods, and wellbeing. If you
- [Am I crazy? A Therapist's Personal Story of Postpartum OCD](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2023/06/am-i-crazy-a-therapists-personal-story-of-postpartum-ocd/) - Hi everyone! Today’s post features my first blog guest, Jenna Overbaugh, LPC, CPT. Jenna is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Personal Trainer, and mama. Jenna has a private practice in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and works as a therapist at NOCD—a mobile platform offering telehealth to people living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). She specializes in treating OCD and
- [Pandemic Providers: Working During Covid-19](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/01/pandemic-providers-working-during-covid-19/) - Working in healthcare has never been an easy job. The years of education and training, long hours, and vicarious trauma healthcare workers are continuously exposed to, weigh heavily on the mind, body, and heart. Because of this, it should come as no surprise that healthcare workers are amongst one of the highest risk categories for
- [My Daughter's Virtual Funeral: Grieving in a Pandemic](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/01/my-daughters-virtual-funeral-grieving-in-a-pandemic/) - Today’s blog post is about grief—more specifically, grief during a pandemic. This post details my own personal experience of losing a child, and how the pandemic has intensified my grief process. I write about our society’s and systemic perceptions of grief, and I also provide some insight into how to support someone who is grieving
- [An Open Letter to My Soulmates](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/01/an-open-letter-to-my-soulmates/) - Hi friends! On Saturday, my husband and I got our second doses of the Covid vaccine. As healthcare workers, we were extremely lucky to be amongst some of the first individuals to have access to the vaccine. The virus has impacted so many, and we are so grateful that we have remained healthy. After our
- [In the Dark Room: My Battle with Postpartum Depression & Anxiety](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/02/in-the-dark-room-my-battle-with-postpartum-depression-anxiety/) - It’s Tuesday and I’m here with a special blog post about maternal mental health. Previously, I featured Jenna Overbaugh, LPC, who wrote about her experience with postpartum OCD (click here to read). Today’s post is about postpartum depression and is written by one of my best friends (and favorite therapists), Rachael Parsons Svendsen, M.S., LMFT.
- [The Vulnerability Hangover](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/02/the-vulnerability-hangover/) - Hi, I’m Tracy, and I’m a vulnerability junkie. I love to connect with others on a deep level, whether it’s through my professional work, my personal relationships, or through my writing. But what comes after the courageous act of sharing the intimate details of one’s life? Well, for me, what follows is what I (and
- [Interview With Dr. Amy Marschall, Licensed Psychologist](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/02/interview-with-dr-amy-marschall-licensed-psychologist/) - Last month I was interviewed by Dr. Amy Marschall, a Licensed Psychologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Amy and I connected in a networking group for mental health professionals, and instantly bonded over our shared love of mental health and writing. In this interview, I talk about my clinical specialities, writing, and what it’s like
- [I Want My Baby: The Stillbirth That Nearly Claimed My Life](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/02/i-want-my-baby-the-stillbirth-that-nearly-claimed-my-life/) - Update 3/2/21: This blog post was published on Scary Mommy on 3/2/21! Part of my work as a therapist is advocacy—I’m committed to shedding light on these very important topics that we just don’t talk enough about. It’s an honor to have my story featured, and to have the opportunity to contribute to some major
- [Lessons From an Occupational Therapist: 7 Suggestions for Growth](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/03/lessons-from-an-occupational-therapist-7-suggestions-for-growth/) - Today’s post features Shannon Stirrup, BS. Shannon is a Licensed Occupational Therapist and Clinical Supervisor to Occupational Therapy students at the University of the Western Cape in Cape Town, South Africa (total geek moment for me that my blog has reached people from other parts of the world!). Shannon’s professional passions include community and mental
- [The Lady in Target: Overcoming Jealousy After Miscarriage](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/03/the-lady-in-target-overcoming-jealousy-after-miscarriage/) - If you know me, you’ve likely heard me complain about technology. I am not tech savvy and I don’t love social media, though I’ve recently realized how important these tools are and I’m trying my best to adapt to the times. It is through the wonders of social media (thank goodness I keep trying!) that
- [The Trauma of Cancer: Words From a Surgical Oncologist](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/03/the-trauma-of-cancer-words-from-a-surgical-oncologist/) - Anyone who has Linkedin, has probably received a slew of messages from random individuals trying to connect—typically, these messages are harmless, though self-promoting in nature. I love connecting with people. I approve anyone who requests to connect with me via Linkedin, though I rarely respond to the messages that fill my inbox. A few months
- [Let's Talk Parenting: Tips for Supporting Your Kids](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/03/lets-talk-parenting-tips-for-supporting-your-kids/) - Today’s post is written by featured blog guest, Dr. Amy Marschall, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist. Dr. Marschall and I connected in one of our therapist networking groups, and I had the honor of being interviewed for her blog in January (click here to read). Dr. Marschall specializes in working with children, adolescents, families, and adults, with
- [When Hello Means Goodbye](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/03/when-hello-means-goodbye/) - Hi friends! I have been absolutely swamped the past month and haven’t had much time to write as a result. So in place of today’s blog post, I’m sharing an article I recently wrote for Share Pregnancy and Infant Loss–a non profit dedicated to serving individuals and families impacted by pregnancy and infant loss. Click here to
- [The Dos and Don'ts of Pregnancy & Infant Loss: A Cheat Sheet](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/04/the-dos-and-donts-of-pregnancy-infant-loss-a-cheat-sheet/) - Hi friends! I’m back with a new blog post (albeit wayyy later in the day), and for this one, I’m talking about pregnancy and infant loss—a topic I know all too well. So much of what’s out there describes what not to do or say to someone who has experienced this type of loss. Of
- [Mindful Mamas: 3 Tips for New Moms](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/04/mindful-mamas-3-tips-for-new-moms/) - Today’s post is written by Dr. Jessie Everts, Ph.D., LMFT. Dr. Everts and I connected in one of our therapist networking groups dedicated to reproductive and perinatal mental health. What’s so cool about this specialty is that is quite broad—both Dr. Everts and I work in this space, and have different areas of focus, showing
- [Infertility, a Stillbirth, a Fight for survival, & a Miscarriage](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/04/infertility-a-stillbirth-a-fight-for-survival-a-miscarriage/) - Happy Tuesday! For today’s post, I’m sharing a guest blog post I wrote for Moms Maternal Health! In this post, I write about my reproductive journey, and how these experiences have changed my clinical focus. Click here to read the full article, and be sure to check out the other blog posts on this page!
- [When There Isn't a Rainbow: Infertility After Stillbirth](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/05/when-there-isnt-a-rainbow-infertility-after-stillbirth/) - Update 5/20/21: This blog post was featured on Scary Mommy on 5/19/21!! Click here to read the Scary Mommy version! “Am I going to die?” “Am I going to be infertile?” These were the questions that played on repeat in my mind—the only two questions I kept asking the medical professionals as I laid paralyzed on
- [LA Times--LA Affairs: We were living a fairy tale...](https://www.tgntherapy.com/2021/10/la-times-la-affairs-we-were-living-a-fairy-tale/) - Excited to share this article I wrote for the LA Times about how I met my husband, my daughter’s stillbirth, and an overview of my continued fertility challenges post pregnancy loss. What an honor it is to have my story about a 3rd trimester stillbirth, birth trauma, miscarriage, and infertility published during Pregnancy and Infant

## Pages

- [Welcome to TGN Therapy](https://www.tgntherapy.com/) - TGN is a private practice providing therapy to the San Diego community, as well as Telehealth services to patients living anywhere throughout California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, and Oregon. TGN operates from a collaborative, patient-centered, strengths-based lens, with the goal of creating a safe space which facilitates growth, insight, and positive change.
- [The Team](https://www.tgntherapy.com/the-team/) - The TGN FamilyWhile our clinicians have specific training, education, and specialties, we all practice from a collaborative, trauma-informed lens. We are continuously educating and checking in with ourselves to ensure that we are practicing cultural humility. TGN clinicians have experience working with and are affirming of individuals from diverse backgrounds. To learn more about each
- [A Few of Our Favorite Things](https://www.tgntherapy.com/our-favorites/) - Tracy’s Favorites Books Maybe You Should Talk To Someone by Lori Gottlieb How To Love by Thich Nhat Hanh Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi Music Fleetwood Mac, Frank Sinatra, The Beatles Hobbies Writing, reading, cooking, baking, and painting Places Anywhere by the water Rainuka’s Favorites Books I Know This Much is
- [Services | Private Practice Consulting](https://www.tgntherapy.com/services-private-practice-consulting/) - Private Practice and Clinical ConsultingLooking to start your own private practice? As clinicians, starting and running a practice it not typically part of our training. Tracy offers one-on-one consulting for aspiring private practice owners, no matter where you are in your private practice journey (solo practitioner, looking to hire on employees, etc.) Tracy also offers
- [Services | Therapy](https://www.tgntherapy.com/services-therapy/) - TherapyTherapy is a confidential space where individuals have the opportunity to speak with a licensed professional about personal experiences, feelings, and thoughts, free of judgment. Therapy can assist individuals with gaining insight and awareness into past experiences, current challenges, and barriers, as well as developing new coping skills. Types of Therapy Individual, Couples, and Family
- [Perinatal & Reproductive Resources](https://www.tgntherapy.com/perinatal-resources/) - Share Your Story With UsPerinatal & Reproductive Mental Health Resources Professional Resources Postpartum Support International Postpartum Health Alliance (local SD resource) Share Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Empty Cradle: Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support, Education, & Remembrance Postpartum Dads Postpartum Men Mother to Baby Ending a Wanted Pregnancy All-Options Pregnancy Resource Center A Heartbreaking Choice Glow in the
- [Grief Resources](https://www.tgntherapy.com/grief-resources/) - Resources to Help Navigate GriefWebsites & Virtual Support Groups Websites Megan Devine (Refuge in Grief)—Author, Psychotherapist, and Grief Expert The Elizabeth Hospice—Grief, Terminal Illness, and Palliative Care (local SD resource) The Dougy Center—The National Center for Grieving Children and Families The MISS Foundation—A Community of Compassion and Hope for Grieving Families Modern Loss—Candid Conversations About
- [FAQs](https://www.tgntherapy.com/covid-19-policies/) - FAQsBusiness Hours Our office is typically open from 9:00am-5:00pm, M-F, though each clinician makes their own schedule. Please refer to the Team Page for additional info regarding scheduling. Admin Hours Our office manager, Rebecca, typically works 9:00am-2:00pm, M-F. Messages received outside of this window will be tended to the following business day. Fees We are
- [Parenting Resources](https://www.tgntherapy.com/parenting-resources/) - Parenting & Caregiving Resources Websites Big Little Feelings (for parents of littles) Dr. Becky at Home (youth of all ages) PACT: An Adoption Alliance ECHO (trauma informed parenting classes) Transfiguring Adoption (adoption & foster care) Adoptive Families Mommy and Me (new parents—local SD resource) Celia Center (adoption & foster care) The Center (LGBTQ—local SD resource)
- [Services | Case Management](https://www.tgntherapy.com/services-case-management/) - Case ManagementAt TGN, We believe in whole person care. This means that while we are supporting your mental health and providing therapy, we may notice the need for additional support. We provide case management services in conjunction with therapy, to help make sure that you are linked to appropriate referrals and resources. We also work
- [Contact](https://www.tgntherapy.com/contact/) - Location 9815 Carroll Canyon Road #103 San Diego, California 92131, United States Phone: (805) 409-7457 Fax: (619) 374-1328 Email: Info[at]TGNtherapy[dot]com Providing Telehealth to CA, CO, and FL residents, and in-person services to San Diego residents. Prospective Patients We know how hard this is–we are here with you. Accessing mental health services can be a daunting
- [Online Scheduling](https://www.tgntherapy.com/online-scheduling/) - Online scheduling is now available via the client portal for your scheduling convenience for all established clients only. You can access the client portal to request an appointment here. If you require additional assistance, you may email us here. If you are a new client, please contact us via the contact form to set up
- [Services | Trainings](https://www.tgntherapy.com/services-trainings/) - TrainingsWant to learn more about a specific mental health topic? Our team of diverse clinicians has the expertise you are looking for! We’ll come do a training at your work, school, or within the local community, and we’ll customize it based upon your specific needs! Please contact us for additional information regarding trainings. Contact Us
- [Rent From Us](https://www.tgntherapy.com/rent-from-us/) - Workspace AvailableLooking to rent a physical office space or a business address? TGN offers different subleasing options for healthcare professionals looking for workspace. For more info contact our Office Manager Rebecca here.
- [Blog](https://www.tgntherapy.com/blog/) - Talking about all things mental health & wellness related, with new posts every Tuesday! Am I crazy? A Therapist’s Personal Story of Postpartum OCD Gallery Am I crazy? A Therapist’s Personal Story of Postpartum OCD Fatherhood, Healthcare, Love, Marriage, Maternal Mental Health, Mental Health, Motherhood, Parenting, Paternal Mental Health, Perinatal Mental Health, Postpartum, Postpartum Anxiety,
- [Mental Health Resources](https://www.tgntherapy.com/mental-health-resources/) - General Mental Health Resources Websites & Virtual Support Groups NAMI—National Alliance on Mental Illness SAMHSA—Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration COVID-19 Mental Health Resources—San Diego County Mental Health First Aid USA FREE Virtual Support Group for Healthcare Workers FREE Virtual Peer Support Group for Pandemic-Related Stress Florida Telehealth Resources Blogs TGN Blog: A recently launched
- [Emergency Resources](https://www.tgntherapy.com/emergency-resources/) - Psychiatric Emergency Resources24/7 Crisis Lines 911 The San Diego Access and Crisis Line (ACL): (888) 724-7240 (150 different languages) Crisis Text Line: 741-741 (text START) 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 Postpartum Support International (PSI) Helpline: (800) 944-4773 (call, English/Spanish), (800) 944-4773 (text, English), (971) 420-0294 (text, Spanish) The
- [Behind The Blog](https://www.tgntherapy.com/behind-the-blog/) - Tracy I’ve always been passionate about writing, but too scared to put my writing out there. On a whim, I decided to submit a piece I wrote and it actually got published! Hearing how my piece touched others, motivated me to push through that fear and launch this blog, something I have wanted to do
- [Services | Insurance & Billing Info](https://www.tgntherapy.com/services-insurance-billing-info/) - Billing InformationBilling/Superbills We do not accept insurance at this time. While we do not accept insurance, many individuals with PPO plans/OON (out of network) benefits, can get reimbursed for some or all of their OON mental health services. We cannot guarantee reimbursement and we do not work directly with insurance. We can provide a superbill
- [Services | Clinical Supervision](https://www.tgntherapy.com/services-clinical-supervision/) - Clinical SupervisionAre you an AMFT, ACSW, or APCC looking to accrue hours towards clinical licensure? Look no further! Tracy is a qualified clinical supervisor with the required experience and training to provide clinical supervision to pre-licensed clinicians. Her enthusiasm, compassion, knowledge, and collaborative style, make her a great mentor and teacher. We are currently in
- [Services | Business Consulting](https://www.tgntherapy.com/services-business-consulting/) - Business ConsultingWe offer consulting for businesses who are interested in incorporating trauma informed care/mental health in the workplace. Whether you’re looking for how to support staff, consumers, or patients, we can provide you with the education, resources, and tools to implement change. We offer one-on-one consulting, and/or team consulting, based upon your individual needs. Please
- [Services | Support Groups](https://www.tgntherapy.com/services-support-groups/) - Current Group Offerings: We are now enrolling for our Virtual Pregnancy Loss Groups. Virtual 1st Trimester Loss Group Start date to be determined Group meeting days and times TBD Closed group 8 sessions ($65/session) All loss types welcome (miscarriage, MMC, TFMR) Group dates: exact dates TBD once group meets minimum participants required Virtual 2nd/3rd Trimester
- [Our Space](https://www.tgntherapy.com/our-space/) - Our Space
- [Work With Us](https://www.tgntherapy.com/jobs/) - Join Our TeamWant to work with us? Currently seeking Licensed Clinicians. Percentage-based salary for services billed, flat hourly admin rate for all other admin/non-clinical/non-direct service hours. We plan to have openings for associate clinicians beginning 2024. Please use the form below to inquire about a position or for more information. Attach your resumeChoose File Submit
- [Share Your Story](https://www.tgntherapy.com/share-your-story/) - Small Words, Big Stories.My best friend and fellow therapist and loss mama, Rachael, wrote a beautiful poem about her miscarriage. This poem prompted an idea. Oftentimes there is a desire to read about experiences others are having, but the energy to dive deep into a blog post or book, isn’t always there. Small Words, Big
- [Services & Info](https://www.tgntherapy.com/services-info/) - We’re Here To HelpClick on the service below to find out more information on what we offer and how to get started. We look forward to hearing from you. TherapyTherapy More Info Case ManagementCase Management More Info Support GroupsSupport Groups More Info TrainingsTrainings More Info Business ConsultingBusiness Consulting More Info Private Practice ConsultingPrivate Practice Consulting
- [Patient Portal](https://www.tgntherapy.com/patient-portal/) - PATIENT PORTAL
- [Our Services](https://www.tgntherapy.com/our-services/) - Our ServicesTherapy Children’s Books The Bad Seed by Jory John Personal Space Camp by Julia Cook Wilma Jean the Worry Machine by Julia Cook My Mouth is a Volcano by Julia Cook Tease Monster by Julia Cook I Can’t Believe You Said That! by Julia Cook The Invisible String by Patrice Karst Captain Snout And the Super Power Questions by Daniel G.
- [Clinician Portal](https://www.tgntherapy.com/clinician-portal/) - Welcome to Your Clinician PortalUse the buttons below to access your documents. BILLING & TIMECARDS PRACTICE FORMS REFERRAL LIST ADMINISTRATIVE DOCS

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