Posts by Victoria Fredritz
Does Insurance Cover Spravato?
Finding the right treatment for your major depressive disorder (MDD) can be difficult, especially if you experience treatment-resistant depression or side effects from traditional psychiatric medications. Spravato may be an effective treatment option for you if other treatments have not led to meaningful progress, and you may be wondering whether insurance covers it. At Bloom Health…
Read MoreWhat Are Some Comorbid Psychiatric Disorders
As you try to understand your mental health, things can feel confusing when symptoms do not fit neatly into one box. You may notice changes in mood, focus, sleep, or anxiety that overlap in ways that are hard to explain. Many people wonder why one diagnosis does not fully capture what they are experiencing, or…
Read MoreCan I Be Prescribed Antidepressants Through Telehealth?
Telehealth has made mental health care more accessible, especially when work schedules, caregiving, or transportation create barriers. Many of our patients wonder if they can be prescribed antidepressants through telehealth. If your clinician has enough information to safely prescribe medication through virtual appointments, then the answer is often yes. At Bloom Health Centers, your telemedicine…
Read MoreWhere Can I Address My Mental Health in Maryland?
Finding proper care should feel organized, respectful, and doable. At Bloom Health Centers, mental health services are built around clarity: what we are treating, why a treatment is chosen, and how progress will be measured. You will meet with Maryland clinicians who bring diverse training and local insight to mental health care services. We use…
Read MoreWhen the Light Fades: Understanding and Soothing Seasonal Affective Disorder
By Zainab Al-Saeed, MSW SAD isn’t simply disliking cold weather or missing summer. It’s a biological and emotional response to the lack of light that disrupts the body’s internal rhythms. Reduced sunlight affects serotonin (our “feel-good” neurotransmitter), melatonin (which regulates sleep), and the body’s circadian clock. The result? A cascade of symptoms: fatigue, irritability, overeating,…
Read MoreFrom Diagnosis to Management: Navigating OCD with Combined Treatments
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by a cycle of unwanted, intrusive thoughts—known as obsessions—followed by repetitive mental or physical actions called compulsions. If left untreated, this cycle can disrupt a person’s daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. At Bloom Health Centers, providers support patients by prescribing medication to reduce the…
Read MoreLove Lost in Translation: How Miscommunication is Disconnecting Hearts
Zainab Al Saeed, MSW, Mental Health Therapist Love, in its essence, is about connection—feeling understood, valued, and secure with another person. Yet, in my experience as a therapist working with couples, I’ve often seen how easily that connection can fray. Miscommunication isn’t always loud; sometimes, it’s the quiet moments—unspoken words, unmet needs, or misunderstood intentions—that…
Read MoreTMS for Adolescents: A New Frontier in Depression Treatment
For many teens struggling with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), traditional treatment methods—like therapy and medication—just aren’t enough. Some don’t respond to antidepressants, while others experience side effects that make them difficult to tolerate. This leaves many adolescents feeling hopeless, and their families searching for alternative solutions.The reality: This crisis is leaving parents deeply concerned—more so…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Winter Blues and Major Depression with Seasonal Pattern
As the festive glow of the holiday’s fades, many people struggle to adjust to the monotony of winter. For some, this seasonal shift brings more than just the “winter blues” — it signals a condition known as Major Depression with Seasonal Pattern, often referred to as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). While commonly associated with winter,…
Read MoreA New Hope for Treatment-Resistant Depression
If you’ve been struggling with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), it can feel like you’re out of options. But at Bloom Health Centers’ Baltimore facility, we offer a revolutionary treatment that brings new hope: Spravato (esketamine) nasal spray. This FDA-approved therapy is fast-acting, non-invasive, and has been changing lives since its introduction. Let’s explore how Spravato can…
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