Kimberly Monkman

I find it incredibly rewarding to support and guide others while watching them achieve their goals. I find this field to be challenging and rewarding, and it’s certainly never boring.

I always had a natural drive to work with people diagnosed with anxiety. As a therapist, I began to see more and more people with OCD, and I noticed many were not being properly treated for it. That's when I decided I wanted to specialize in OCD.

It's important to help people treat all aspects of their mental health. I've worked with people diagnosed with social anxiety, generalized anxiety, major depressive disorder, body-focused repetitive behaviors, and other mood-related disorders. These conditions impact quality of life in so many ways—from how you sleep and eat to how you work or access education. It's also common for OCD to co-occur with these conditions.

ERP is one of the bravest things you can do. The work is extremely important, from actively engaging in exposures during sessions to practicing them independently. Members who regularly practice their assignments see the best results. Trust yourself, and trust the process you're going through. Sometimes it gets worse before it gets better, but sticking with it and doing the work will allow you to achieve the best outcomes.

I can definitely understand the fear that comes along with sharing intrusive thoughts. There can be a lot of guilt and shame that arises. But I'm here to help you experience your thoughts differently. I've heard anything and everything from the people I’ve worked with, and there is no judgment here. This is a space where you can express what you’re experiencing freely and openly.