The name Good Therapy Collective was inspired by two ideas that have shaped my work as a therapist for over a decade.

With more than 10 years of experience as a licensed therapist supporting clients navigating ADHD, anxiety, burnout, and depression, one theme shows up again and again: perfectionism. The pressure to get it “right,” to be better, or to do more often pulls people further away from rest, connection, and self-compassion.

Years ago, I came across a John Steinbeck quote that immediately felt familiar:
“And now that you don’t have to be perfect, you can be good.”

It brought to mind the many clients I’ve worked with over the years and how much healing can begin when we loosen the grip of perfection and allow ourselves to be human. That idea felt essential to the heart of this practice and became the foundation for its name.

The second influence behind Good Therapy Collective is the idea of being a collective, not a group practice. This structure was intentionally chosen to create a more equitable and supportive space for therapists, something that’s often missing in mental health settings. Good Therapy Collective was built to care for both clients and clinicians.

Over the past 10+ years, I’ve noticed that the therapists I’ve connected with most, the ones doing the most grounded and meaningful work are those who feel supported, collaborative, and empowered in their practice. When therapists have autonomy and community, they’re able to deepen their training, focus on their areas of interest, build stronger client relationships, and maintain the healthy, sustainable lifestyles this work requires.

This structure allows us to offer up-to-date, research-informed, and highly skilled services for all of our clients.

This is the mission and vision behind Good Therapy Collective: to offer accessible, high-quality therapy while fostering a supportive and equitable environment for therapists.

-Brittany Presley, Founder