DR. GERI-LYNN UTTER, PSYD

OVERCOME YOUR PAST AND CREATE A HEALTHY FUTURE

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MEET GERI-LYNN

Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with those struggling with co-occurring mental health concerns, such as trauma and drug addiction.

Dr. Utter’s motivation for choosing this field was personal. As a child, she frequently witnessed the familial turmoil and violence that arise from such issues. These experiences gave her a rare insight into how our life experiences and the way we see ourselves impacts our mental health, both positively and negatively

BOOK RELEASE

Dr. Utter’s second book, Aftershock, helps people identify and heal from the often-delayed emotional responses to seemingly ordinary life events like the death of a partner, a chronic illness diagnosis, or getting a new job that can have significant impact on our emotions and overall mental health.

FEATURED IN PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

Aftershock has been prominently featured on Publishers Weekly, one of the most respected publications in the literary world. Known for its discerning taste and rigorous evaluation of books, Publisher’s Weekly recognized the outstanding qualities of Aftershock and selected it for mention in the recent article “Surviving the Worst: Books for Overcoming Trauma.”

TESTIMONIALS

Dr. Utter’s book “Aftershock: How Past Events Shake Up Your Life Today,” is the beginning of therapy for Everyone. As she describes it, you realize on completion of the book, that everyone would benefit from talking to a mental health professional, especially one who is as insightful and able to read in between the lines of your thoughts like Dr. Utter. Dr. Utter lays out the groundwork from the beginning of the trauma, then takes you on a step-by-step experience on how to address it. At the end of each chapter, there is a brief “Let’s Review” section that pinpoints the important issues discussed. Dr. Utter’s humor and self- acknowledgement that she too benefits from therapy, puts a person, even the most reluctant, at ease in understanding how to seek help and comfort. From the beginning, her personal stories are intertwined to explain how our psyches works. She then breaks it down into humorous examples for better understanding. At times, the “lol” written on the pages really turned into “laugh out loud” for me. I truly can say that I could not put this book down until finished and then wanted more!

After reading Aftershock, I felt more at ease with myself knowing that people from all walks of life have experienced a life event that was traumatic for them. I not only got an educational, but hilarious outlook on trauma, and how it is different for everyone. I liked that there were personal stories shared in the book in which I was able to connect. In my opinion, learning while being able to relate and laugh is an amazing way to do it. It is worth the read because once you pick it up, you’ll go through all emotions and not want to put it down until it’s finished. It’ll leave you wanting more!

NOW STREAMING: UTTER NONSENSE

Utter Nonsense is a touching, informative and very personal journey into the world of drug addiction. Focusing on the notorious Kensington section of Philadelphia where Dr. Utter was raised, she traces the disease of addiction through her family and others. Utter Nonsense not only educates about the genesis and cost of drug addiction, but it offers real hope that “the life” can be overcome.

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DON'T MISS GERI LYNN'S FIRST BOOK: "MAINLINING PHILLY"

Mainlining Philly is the harrowing story of how Dr. Utter survived the grim alleys of Kensington and became a respected mental health professional. Her unique insight into the nature of addiction gives her the tools to offer solutions to those addicted and the families who love them. At times terrifying, startling, and hilarious, Mainlining Philly is a ride on the wrong sides of the tracks that you won’t be able to put down and you will never forget.