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ELOISE BALLOU, MD


Psychiatrist
for
Musicians
& Songwriters

 

Specialized Psychotherapy for Creative Professionals

Psychiatric Care
for Creative Professionals

Focused psychiatric work for artists under creative pressure​​​
"The object isn't to make art,
it's to be in that wonderful state
which makes art inevitable."​

- Robert Henri
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Psychiatry for Musicians & Songwriters

My Approach​

I'm a psychiatrist and psychotherapist who specializes in working with creative professionals, including musicians and songwriters.

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I work at the point where creative momentum stalls because something internal is misaligned. The focus is on identifying what's actually blocking movement and addressing it directly, so clarity returns and the work can move forward.

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What to expect​
  • Focused, practical work aimed at removing creative obstruction

  • Psychiatric and psychological support integrated with real-world creative demands

  • Confidential, tailored sessions for artists navigating pressure, transitions or creative impasse

  • An emphasis on clarity, containment and momentum rather than open-ended exploration

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Who I Work Best With

You're a good fit if you're actively engaged in a serious creative project, navigating pressure or transition, and open to focused work that examines how internal dynamics affect your creative momentum.

 

You see therapy as a tool for clarity and forward movement, not just symptom management.

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When It’s Not the Right Fit

My practice is not designed for acute psychiatric crises, long-term management of chronic illness, or general therapy that isn't connected to creative work.

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If your needs fall outside this scope, I can help connect you with appropriate clinicians.

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Why Work With Me​

I combine psychiatric training with deep experience working with musicians under creative pressure. The work integrates acute support with focused attention to creative blocks and transitions, with the goal of restoring the conditions where your best work can move forward.

 Clinical Experience

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Appearances

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