Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Support Groups in Burlington, ON
Are you flooded with worries and concerns about the health and well-being of your new baby? Do you find it difficult to eat, sleep or manage day-to-day activities because you are constantly checking on, stressing about, or worrying about the newest member of your family? If so, this group may be for you. Designed to help new mothers recognize the signs and symptoms of postpartum anxiety, this group will teach participants how to regain control of their thoughts and worries so they can get back to feeling like themselves again and enjoy their new lives as mothers.
My passion is in the treatment of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders, including perinatal anxiety, excessive worry, stress, difficulty coping, insomnia, low self-esteem, perfectionism, panic, OCD, and cognitive change in aging.
As I am also a neuropsychologist, I bring to my practice a specialized knowledge of the brain and a passion to help you understand why you think, act and feel the way you do. I then use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to change those patterns. I also offer specialized treatment for perinatal and parenting anxiety, as well as geriatric mental health and aging.
Starting in the new year, the Keep Calm and Carry On Perinatal Anxiety Support Group is launching! This five week program will help new and expectant moms learn evidence-based skills and techniques to manage anxiety and regain control of anxious thoughts. This is a psycho-educational support group, with each week covering a different topic, and it is a baby, nursing and formula friendly zone so all are welcome! Sessions run on Thursday mornings from 10-11:30. The first session begins on January 11th, 2018. Contact me for more information on how to register.
My passion is in the treatment of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders, including perinatal anxiety, excessive worry, stress, difficulty coping, insomnia, low self-esteem, perfectionism, panic, OCD, and cognitive change in aging.
As I am also a neuropsychologist, I bring to my practice a specialized knowledge of the brain and a passion to help you understand why you think, act and feel the way you do. I then use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to change those patterns. I also offer specialized treatment for perinatal and parenting anxiety, as well as geriatric mental health and aging.
Group EMDR Therapy is a brief and targeted intervention to help you reduce PTSD/acute distress from a traumatic event, while also strengthening your grounding and stabilization skills. We implement a specific EMDR Group Traumatic Episode Protocol (G-TEP) in our EMDR Therapy Groups. Groups (between 2-10 people) meet either in person at our Burlington office or remotely and are facilitated by a Certified EMDR Therapist (Christina Janiga). Our groups provide a supportive space where you DO NOT have to talk about your trauma AND still have the opportunity to reprocess it through guided instructions incorporating eye movements.
Do you struggle with meeting yourself with the same compassion and kindness that you give so often to others? Perhaps you are finding it more challenging to take a break and meet your own needs due to the demands of everyday life. Maybe you know you need to make a change, but the overwhelm of not knowing where to start prevents you from fully taking that first step. I am here to help. I provide support to those who struggle with anxiety, stress, life-transitions, emotion regulation, parenting and relationship challenges with a therapeutic approach of mindful self-compassion and ACT.
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This group is for moms who are having a hardtime after the birth of a baby. This group offers a safe space to foster mutual care and support which in itself increases confidence and well-being. You are not a bad parent and what you are experiencing is not your fault. Find support, and helpful strategies for better coping. Babies are allowed.
Hosted by Karisa Haverkamp: Blossoms Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, PMH-C
Group meets in Brantford, ON N3S
I have additional certification in Biblical counselling and perinatal mental health.
Feeling numb or disconnected, stuck or just struggling and not sure why? Find compassionate space to feel heard and understood. If you feel worried, restless, overwhelmed and exhausted this is a signal that there maybe things to work through so that you can function well. If you long to move forward in a different relationship with your trauma, depression or anxiety where you are calling the shots reach out. I partner with you to create a safe space so that you can truly find new possibilities for your mind and body. You can become aware of your thoughts, emotions, body cues and wounds so that true healing and change can happen.
Join Rochelle at Fireside Haven in Cambridge for group therapy sessions all about motherhood. We will be reading the book Mothershift by Jessie Harrold. This book provides a roadmap for traversing the changes that motherhood brings. Motherhood is so beautiful, but it comes with a lot of change. Many moms feel lost as they say goodbye to the previous version of themselves and learn to embrace their new identity. We will be exploring matrescence and learning how to support our mental health in this turbulent time. Register by May 23, 2025! Group starts May 29, 2025.
Hosted by Rooted Thistle Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Group meets in Cambridge, ON N3C
Here at RTC we support parents in pregnancy, postpartum and beyond.
Do you feel overwhelmed since becoming a mom or dad? Putting everyone else's needs before your own can make you feel lost. Balancing family life with work, friendships, and things you enjoy is tough. Learn new strategies to manage the mental load and reconnect with yourself. I offer individual counselling to people experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, interpersonal conflict, and more. Together we can identify your goals and come up with a plan to support you in whatever stage of life you are in. If you have been putting yourself on the back burner now is a great time to reach out. What are you waiting for?
Contact Emily if you are interested in having her speak to your organization about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
Hosted by Maternal Health Niagara
Registered Social Worker, BSSW, MSW, RSW
Group meets in Saint Catharines, ON L2S
Fertility, pregnancy loss, perinatal mental health, birth trauma and trauma can impact your sense of self.
My clinical experience includes advanced training in perinatal mental health, EMDR, Flash, attachment, IFS-informed, and trauma. My approach is rooted in the therapeutic relationship of nurturing, attunement, & authenticity. I'm comfortable sitting in vulnerability, guiding you through it, & trusting the process to take us in the right direction for you.
5 week psycho-educational group designed to support new moms as they navigate the emotional, mental and relational shifts of early motherhood.
I work with people facing anxiety, burnout, perinatal mental health concerns, depression, chronic pain, grief, and life transitions.
I offer a calm, supportive space to pause, breathe, and work through challenges with clarity and confidence. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, solution-focused and mindfulness.
Group therapy offers a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to help process and normalize the postpartum experience. It offers connection with others and the reassurance that you are not alone as you adjust to life as a new mom. This is a cost effective alternative or supplement to individual therapy. The weekly virtual group is a 4-week program for expecting moms and parents.
Hosted by Kristen Drozda Pace Counselling Pregnancy Postpartum Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC, PMH-C, CYC
Group meets in Mississauga, ON L5N
As a Registered Psychotherapist, I specialize in women’s mental health, supporting clients through life transitions such as pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause.
At PACE Counselling and Wellness, we provide comprehensive care for the entire family. In addition to individual therapy, we offer support for children and adolescent mental health, couples therapy, family therapy, and parenting coaching. Our holistic approach integrates psychotherapy with naturopathic care and nutritional support, ensuring a well-rounded path to wellness. Whether navigating personal struggles, relationship challenges, or family dynamics, we create a compassionate space for healing, growth, and connection.
**Group held Online** The Pregnancy Skills Group is for folks who are experiencing mental health challenges during their pregnancy. The group covers psychoeducation, insight-generating, and skills-building topics. We work together to understand how pregnancy is impacting mental health and how to recognize your needs during this time, as well as develop and practice the skills to help manage the increased mental load of pregnancy.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or uncertain about managing life's challenges, you might wonder whether it's possible to find peace during these difficult moments. I work with individuals around various concerns including (but not limited to) grief, challenging family dynamics, relationship issues, cancer, and depression and anxiety. Within these dynamics, I have a particular focus in working with first- and second-generation immigrants of East Asian backgrounds. I believe it is possible to emerge on the other side of challenges we're facing now—empowered to live more authentically to who you are and who you want to be.
I offer clinical supervision to practicum students, as well as Qualifying practitioners. My practice has achieved independent status; I have completed 40 hours of clinical supervision training and meet CRPO Clinical Supervisor standards. I have experience in CBT, EFT, SFT and IPT. I provide Clinical supervision through Zoom which can be booked after a consultation & signing a Clinical Supervision Agreement. Ask about a complimentary 20-minute phone consultation to discuss your supervision needs by contacting me at: Email: nigar@feelbetternowpsychotherapy.com
Intuitive, empathic, and understanding, I am a Registered Psychotherapist. I truly believe a good therapist is curious, loves to hear stories, compassionate and a problem solver. My aim is to help individuals, couples and families find comfort from emotional distress, and help them with the building blocks to construct the lives they want. Since I co-founded FeelBetterNow Psychotherapy & Counselling, my team and I have provided support to people from different religions, cultures and lifestyles struggling with a variety of mental health issues.
The group aims to: Decrease levels of depression and anxiety, increase self-esteem and adjustment to parenting Decrease social and emotional isolation Improve marital and familial relationships Provide a group setting that creates a space for women to share their experiences of postpartum experiences Develop strategies to strengthen skills at a time when feelings of isolation are heightened. Dismantle and normalize the real experience of motherhood. Next series: Fall 2024
Hosted by Lisa Azzopardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CYC
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6K
If you're familiar with the somatic experiences of anxiety and or depression, symptoms of trauma, overwhelm, stress + relationship challenges, then you've landed in the right spot. If you're hoping to reduce the distress in your life that surrounds particularly experiences and relationships, feel more energized and accepting of self, you've also landed in the right spot. Connecting with a therapist where you there's a mutual fit in the therapeutic relationship continues to be the best indicator of outcomes in therapy. As a relational practitioner, I hold this to high regards while knowing that you deserve good therapy.
This is a 5 week series of infant-parent classes focused on how to use safe touch, incorporating infant massage techniques, to support your infant’s emotional well-being while supporting your own well-being through discussions focused on attachment, attunement, bonding, sleep, and emotional health.
Investment is $100 for the series ($20 per class)
As a mother myself, my passion is helping other mothers and children. I enjoy working with both adults and children (generally up to 12yrs old) and together, we can have meaningful conversations that align with your goals.
I provide evidence and nurture-based information to support you in your parenting choices and children in enhancing their emotional wellness, which is often connected to working through worries and bringing their confidence to the forefront.
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Support Groups
What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?
The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.
When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?
Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.
How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?
A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioural therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviours. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.