I’ve been in therapy for a long time, and I’ve worked with many doctors—but none have ever made me feel truly safe the way Dr. Baxley does. From my very first appointment, she earned not just my trust, but my respect, and that’s something I don’t give easily—especially when it comes to healthcare providers. I have a long history of medical trauma and a deep-seated fear of doctors because of how often I’ve been dismissed, invalidated, or treated poorly. That fear used to keep me from showing up. But not with her.
Since beginning my work with Dr. Baxley, I have never voluntarily missed an appointment. That alone says more than I ever could. I show up early, I look forward to our sessions, and even when things are hard, I feel completely safe being vulnerable with her. That kind of safety is rare—and life-changing.
She balances compassion and accountability in a way that feels human and healing. If I’m being too hard on myself, she meets me with kindness, patience, and grace. But if I need to hear something difficult in order to grow, she doesn’t shy away. She never speaks from a place of superiority—only from a place of experience, care, and an unwavering desire to help me get better. And I have gotten better. Significantly. I’m not fully “healed,” but with her support, I’ve made progress I never thought possible. The kind of progress that people say “takes years” has happened for me in a fraction of that time—and it’s not because the pain wasn’t deep. It’s because she’s just that good.
What truly sets Dr. Baxley apart is how fiercely she advocates for her patients. She has gone above and beyond for me, including contacting other doctors on my behalf when I was being overlooked or unheard. She makes sure I understand what’s going on in my care, and she never talks down to me. She listens. She explains. She empowers.
Working with Dr. Baxley has changed my life. And while I can’t fully express the depth of my gratitude in a short review, I can say this: if every doctor approached their patients the way she does, the world would be a much safer and more hopeful place. Her patients are incredibly lucky to have her. I know that I am.