Therapy for Pregnancy and Postpartum
Did you know Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) impact 1 out of 5-7 women and 1 out of 10 new fathers?
Maybe you are…struggling to adjust to the huge life change of pregnancy or postpartum period? Feeling alone in the unique challenges of this time, the mental load, or experiencing mom guilt? Struggling with intrusive thoughts or coping with a traumatic birth experience?
Maybe you got some scary news from the doctor, experienced a loss, or this experience has not been the glowing experience you hoped it would be. Maybe you are struggling with the changes your body has gone through and don’t feel like yourself or feel like everyone is checking in on the baby but no one seems to see how much you are struggling?
Perinatal depression is the most underdiagnosed obstetric complication in America (Earls, 2010).
Matrescense is the physical, emotional, hormonal, and social transition to becoming a mother. Therapy during the perinatal period can equip you with the support and tools to adaptively cope with this huge life change.
I will walk alongside you in your unique journey of reconnecting to yourself and this new aspect of identity. You do not need to be struggling with a clinically diagnosed mood disorder to deserve and access support.
My therapeutic approach is warm and authentic. I value understanding your intersecting identities and supporting you in better understanding and embodying your own strengths and passions. In addition to my clinical experiences, I have obtained clinical trainings to further support my ability to show up for individuals in the perinatal period. I became a Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) provider via Postpartum Support International, in addition to taking extensive trainings through The Postpartum Stress Center, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and The Seleni Institute.
I will walk alongside you in your unique journey of reconnecting to yourself in a kind and authentic way.
Together We Can Find Freedom From…
birth trauma
anxieties and worries
miscarriage, grief and losses
intrusive thoughts
frustrations and burn out with carrying the mental load of the family
feelings of guilt
differences in expectations around what you hoped this time would feel like
grieving your life before kids (yes, you can feel/miss this and that does not make you ungrateful for your kids)
challenges and guilt/shame or ambivalence around breastfeeding or not
loneliness/feelings of disconnection (to yourself, your baby or friends and family)
feeling overwhelmed and irritable
loss of interest or pleasure in things you used to enjoy
hormonal changes and mood fluctuations
feelings of rage (yes this is so common!)
challenges in your own relationship with your parents impacting your views on parenthood
your own upbringing/childhood trauma
body image and body changes
family/relational stressors
Perinatal Blog Posts
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Understanding Postpartum Mental Health and Signs of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Becoming a mother can be a transformative and joyous experience, but it can also bring about a range of emotions and challenges. Did you know that up to 20% of new mothers can experience clinically significant postpartum mental health issues?
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Understanding and Navigating Postpartum Rage
The postpartum period can come with a range of complex emotions, including something that is often unspoken and misunderstood: postpartum rage. In this blog post, we will explore the topic of postpartum rage with compassion, empathy, and support, providing insights, coping strategies, and resources to help navigate this challenging aspect of motherhood.
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Navigating Birth Trauma: Prevalence and Tips for Recovery
For some mothers, the joyful experience of bringing a life into this world can be marred by birth trauma. Birth trauma refers to deeply distressing experiences during childbirth that may leave individuals feeling overwhelmed, frightened, and often betrayed by their bodies and/or healthcare providers. Learn more about it and how to cope:
