Verve Psychiatry

05/29/2026

A strong initiative by the community

05/27/2026

You can be successful and still be struggling.
Many high achievers tie their self-worth to productivity, performance, grades, career success, or constant achievement. Over time, it can become difficult to separate who you are from what you accomplish.
When achievement becomes identity:
Rest feels uncomfortable
Mistakes feel devastating
Self-esteem is dependent on external validation
Taking breaks causes guilt or anxiety
Having ambition or wanting to achieve is not the problem. The problem is when your whole identity becomes what you achieve.
Therapy can help individuals develop healthier self-worth, emotional balance, and a more sustainable relationship with success.
Read more on the blog at Verve Psychiatry Blog:

https://www.vervepsychiatry.com/post/when-achievement-becomes-your-identity

05/13/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month- get help if you or a loved one is struggling.

When you or a loved one need mental health support, it's crucial to have the right resources at your fingertips. 👇

During a crisis situation, you can call or text 988 or call 911 and ask to speak to a CIT-trained officer. You can also contact HopeLine NC at 877-235-4525.

Warmlines offer support, guidance, and referrals to helpful resources in your area. Contact the NAMI NC Helpline at 800-451-9682 or the NC Peer Warmline at 855-PEERS NC.

We encourage everyone to screenshot the image below and save it - you never know when you might need to reach out for help.

Find more crisis and warmline resources: https://naminc.org/crisis-info/

05/08/2026

Weight gain during psychiatric treatment is common and can be deeply discouraging.

For some patients, GLP-1 medications may be appropriate as part of a comprehensive, medically supervised plan. At Verve Psychiatry, these medications are used thoughtfully and only when clinically indicated, never as a cosmetic solution.

Mental health always remains the priority. Read more: https://www.vervepsychiatry.com/weight-management-for-patients

If this resonates, schedule an evaluation:
Dr. Bhattacharya: https://calendly.com/sb-md-vervepsychiatry/new-patient-intake-appointment?month=2026-05
Dr. Hernandez: https://calendly.com/hernandez-verve

04/24/2026

Many of the adults we evaluate for ADHD have successfully built careers, managed responsibilities and met expectations.

But internally, it’s often been harder than it should be.

High-functioning ADHD is real—and often overlooked.

If you’re relying on pressure, overwork, or anxiety to keep up, a comprehensive evaluation can provide clarity and a more sustainable way forward.

📍 Verve Psychiatry
Now offering adult ADHD evaluations

Read on: https://www.vervepsychiatry.com/post/high-functioning-adhd-when-success-masks-the-struggle

04/22/2026

04/15/2026

Chances are you would not speak to a friend the way you sometimes speak to yourself.
Have you wondered why that is?
It could be so you can keep yourself accountable, however, it often fuels stress, shame, and burnout.
Self-compassion isn’t about letting yourself off the hook. It’s about giving yourself space to learn, grow, and move forward.
A simple place to start:
➡ ️ Ask yourself, “What would I say to someone I care about at this moment?”
Then try extending the same kindness to yourself.
Read on: https://www.vervepsychiatry.com/post/be-kind-to-yourself

04/06/2026

When a college student starts to struggle, ADHD isn’t always the first thing considered.
But beyond attention, it can impact organization, motivation, and emotional resilience.
Here’s what to look for—and how to help.
Read more: https://www.vervepsychiatry.com/post/adhd-in-college-students-why-it-s-more-than-just-a-focus-problem � �