My name is Tahra, and I have been a Behavioral Health Nurse for nearly two decades. I have always had a fascination with the mental processes of individuals. Before my journey as a nurse, I earned my first degree in Social and Developmental Psychology. I worked as a Special Education Teacher and was deeply committed to the young people in my care. However, I realized that it was often the parents who required assistance and support. Consequently, I returned to school and embarked on my healthcare journey in 2006.

Throughout my time as a Behavioral Health Nurse, I've come to understand that many nurses face verbal and emotional abuse at the hands of those they are meant to care for— their patients. This isn't due to a lack of knowledge or good intentions, but rather the absence of a clear protocol for effective communication, both with patients and colleagues.

I am here to assist both new and seasoned nurses in discovering their voice when simple acts of kindness fall short.