Therapy to support Moms & Birthing People
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Attachment focused therapy | Pregnancy & postpartum | adjusting to early parenthood
If it seems like you’re losing yourself along the way to becoming a parent, if you feel overwhelmed by what you’re going through, or struggling with a sense of loneliness and isolation, I offer therapy to support you through the challenges you’re facing. Whether you're having trouble adjusting to a whole new identity during early parenthood, feeling traumatized by childbirth, or needing to heal from a loss, perinatal counseling and therapy is highly effective in the treatment of PMADs (Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders) and in helping you to navigate the problems you’re experiencing from pre-conception through pregnancy and postpartum.
Taking care of your emotional and psychological health is every bit as important as other kinds of preparation and support you need and deserve during the family building years. Getting the right kind of professional care from someone who knows the terrain can help you make meaningful and lasting changes in how you feel and how you move forward. I’d love to talk to you about how I can help.
Postpartum Depression & Anxiety Therapy in Pasadena, California
I’m a Certified Perinatal Mental Healthcare Specialist, offering therapy that allows you to be open and honest about all of your feelings and experiences-no matter what they are. Postpartum depression and anxiety are treatable, and with the right kind of help you’ll feel more like yourself, more confident and at ease as you adjust to your role as a parent.
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How can therapy help you heal perinatal depression & anxiety?
Process your story (IVF/ART, losses, birth trauma, death of a baby) so that you can talk about your experiences without the same level of distress
Overcome avoidance, be able to look at your photos, hear about others’ birth stories, or see babies or pregnant people and not be overwhelmed with painful feelings and memories-and most of all, feel more bonded to your baby
Build your confidence by addressing fears, concerns, or unresolved trauma to prepare for another round of fertility treatment, pregnancy or labor and delivery
Stop the cycle of worry by learning how to manage intrusive thoughts, calm your mind and body
Set boundaries that support you and your family at every stage of family building
Cultivate self-compassion for what you’ve been through and the challenges you’re currently facing
Learn coping skills to help you understand and manage your emotions as you navigate fertility, pregnancy and postpartum
Feel more connected to your body, your sense of identity, and the people most important to you
Find more ease and confidence in your parenting
Every mom needs and deserves support.
You're not supposed to do this alone. When you get the kind of support you need, you’ll feel better—
more like yourself, able to take on the challenges AND find more ease and enjoyment during this important time in your life.
Postpartum depression and anxiety impact the whole family. Learning how to care for your emotional well-being is the best thing you can do for yourself and your growing family.
Therapy for Depression during Pregnancy & Postpartum
During pregnancy and postpartum, women face so many changes. Adjusting to life with a new baby can cause unexpected challenges, and problems with depression and anxiety.
Feeling disconnected from others?
Difficulty bonding with your baby?
Feeling more irritability, unexplained anger or even rage?
Problems with eating and sleeping?
Having unwanted thoughts that scare you?
Sadness or depressed mood that won't go away?
Feeling that your baby would be better off without you?
If you recognize some of these symptoms in yourself, you're not alone. Depression is extremely common during pregnancy and postpartum, even if this isn't your first pregnancy.
Therapy for Postpartum Anxiety
If you're struggling with anxiety, your experience is not unusual. Anxiety is the most common problem affecting women’s mental and emotional well being. And due to so many changes during and after pregnancy, women become even more vulnerable to serious problems with anxiety during the transition to parenthood.
When you’re struggling with anxiety, you may be feeling:
constantly on edge, like something bad is about to happen
panic
your body is full of adrenaline, and you’re unable to relax and breath normally
worried for reasons you can't understand, imagining worst case scenarios
unable to focus enough to get things done
physical tension, racing heart, nausea/stomach distress, shallow breathing, tight chest
scary/disturbing intrusive thoughts, usually about harm coming to the baby
sleep disturbance due to worried thoughts or behaviors, such as frequently feeling the need to check on the baby throughout the night
avoiding certain situations or activities, such as driving or leaving the house
concern about being alone with the baby
Anxiety is treatable. Even if you’re feeling stuck or confused, therapy for anxiety can help.
Let me know when you’re ready to talk.
Reaching out for help is a big step and I want to make the process as comfortable and easy to understand as possible. To get started, just call or email me to schedule your free consultation. I’m looking forward to hearing from you.