Meet Brooke
Relational Trauma Therapist for Healing Emotional Neglect & High‑Functioning Anxiety
Brooke Terry, MS, PLPC, Professional Counselor Associate
If you’ve found your way here, I’m guessing life feels like a lot right now. Maybe you’ve been carrying more than your share for far too long. Maybe you’re tired of looking like you have it all together when you’re merely just getting by. I’m glad you’re here and looking to get some help.
As a therapist for high-achievers, I work with people who give their all to everything—relationships, careers, responsibilities—but still feel like it’s never enough.
On the outside, you’re successful, put together, and maybe even thriving.
But on the inside? There’s that loud and constant voice saying, “This is all becoming too much, you’re going to lose it all.” Maybe you’re even noticing you’re more critical of yourself, and chasing perfectionism seems to be the only thing worth doing. You’ve exhausted the ways you know how to cope. Your options seem slim to none. It’s starting to sound better to abandon your life in hopes of a chance to breathe.
I see all the effort and energy you’re putting into keeping things afloat. You’ve been managing the best you can with the cards you have. High-achieving doesn’t have to mean more plaques, trophies, or letters behind your name to validate your worth. What if it meant peace within yourself or a stronger connection to your authentic self?
I understand you might be at the end of your rope. It can feel extremely defeating to be beaten down by years of high standards and unrealistic expectations.
I need you to know you don’t have to abandon ship yet— there is hope!
What It’s Like To Work With Me
Therapy with me is a collaborative process. It’s not about me “fixing” you or telling you the magic secret to your life’s problems. It’s about creating a space where you can show up as your real self and start untangling everything that’s been weighing you down. I specialize in helping adults who look put together on the outside but feel overwhelmed, invisible, or lost on the inside.
My style is warm, curious, and direct. I offer a nonjudgmental space where you can be fully seen—no masks, no performance, no pressure to “get over it.” We’ll explore how your early relationships shaped your current patterns and create new ways of relating to yourself and others that feel more whole, honest, and human. This is therapy for people who want depth. Who are tired of surface-level advice. Who want to stop just surviving and start feeling real, grounded change. My clinical background is rooted in trauma-informed and person-centered therapy. I draw from a blend of evidence-based approaches and real-world experience, always grounded in empathy, curiosity, and the belief that lasting change happens in a space where you feel safe enough to show up as your full self. You’ll find our sessions are a mix of deep work, real talk, and sometimes even a little laughter—because healing is serious work, but it doesn’t always have to feel heavy.
When I’m not in session, you can find me lifting weights, listening to true crime podcasts, or making space for real connection in a world that often rushes past it.
Why I Do This Work
I believe in showing up for the people the world often overlooks—the ones who seem “fine” on the outside but are silently struggling on the inside. The truth is, I’ve been there. I’ve faced my own challenges, and I know how lonely and tiring it can feel. That’s why I’m so passionate about this work.
You deserve more than just surviving each day. You deserve relief and to feel connected back to yourself again. My job is to help you get there.
I’m not here to sugarcoat things or slap a band-aid on deep wounds. I’m here to dig in with you, to ask the hard questions, and to help you uncover the strength and clarity that are already inside you. I’ll guide you through the tough stuff with compassion, warmth, and empathy while empowering you to find that within yourself.
My Journey To Becoming The Therapist I Needed
I don’t just care about your story—I understand it. Before I was a therapist, I was a client. I was “put together” on the outside, but on the inside, I was carrying a weight I couldn’t shake. It wasn’t until I realized that without healing, nothing was going to change. My experience with healing inspired me to pursue therapy as a career. Now, as a therapist, I strive to help adults process the complexities that have brought disconnection from their true selves. I believe life isn’t just about surviving; it’s about learning to truly live—even when it feels impossible.
Credentials:
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Addiction Therapy Specialization)
Professional Counselor Associate (Oregon)
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (Louisiana)
How Mensch Came To Be
Mensch Therapy was born during my time abroad in 2017. I got to explore historical landmarks and hear about their impact on humanity which got me thinking… when was the last time I acknowledged my humanity? I was overly worried about chasing “perfection” in life. There was no room for complexities. In today’s world, it’s easy to forget that at our core, we’re all just human—flawed, messy, and beautifully unique. I created Mensch Therapy as a space where you can show up as your whole, imperfect self and explore without judgment. Here, your humanity is seen and respected. The work we do is grounded in evidence-based care, delivered in a way that’s real, engaging, and focused on your strengths.
Think We’d Be A Good Fit?
Seeking help is brave and also nerve-racking in the same breath. What if it doesn’t help? What if it’s a waste of time and money?
I understand your caution, seeking help is a big step! But what if it gives you a second to take care of you? What if it gives you the space to focus on your healing? What if it allows you to have more capacity for yourself and others? You deserve to feel supported. You deserve relief. You deserve to be connected to yourself. And most importantly, you deserve a life that feels authentically yours.
Schedule a free consultation today, and let’s see if we’re the right fit for your healing journey.