Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Support Groups in Darien, CT
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Please join us for an honest conversation about the experience of becoming a mother. This is not about sleep schedules and when to start solids. This is a forum focused on YOU. Through moderated discussion we will address the real process of incorporating a new baby into your life, we will challenge the myth of the "perfect mother", and we will remind you that you will be "you" again. The Mom-Me group hopes to bring forth others' experiences while empowering you to share yours so you will see that the challenges you face are not yours alone.
Hosted by Leah Brown Freshman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norwalk, CT 06851
In addition to working with a wide range of situations including relational therapy, individual counseling and supporting young adults, I take great pride in working with new parents and postpartum Mothers.
Something in your life does not seem to be working. Maybe you are feeling unfulfilled, having trouble navigating a change or you have realized that you just aren't happy. I know that we will be able to do the work, albeit hard work, to relieve your discomfort and bring you to a satisfying place in your life. You deserve the opportunity to be honest, heard and happy.
A 6-week therapy and education group for parents 0-12 months postpartum. Email lisaschneiderlcsw@gmail.com for more info!
Hosted by Lisa Schneider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greenwich, CT 06831
I'm here for those struggling with infertility journeys, postpartum anxiety and depression along with parenting (and relationship!) adjustment.
Feeling lonely, guilt-ridden, stressed or overwhelmed? Snapping at loved ones? Maybe you have thoughts of not being good enough. Imagine a life free from anxiety's grip where you conquer stress and find the relationships you crave. You can step into a world full of possibilities with happiness and connection at the center. You deserve relief from stress and anxiety. Today, begin the journey towards support and relief—I'm here to help make your tomorrow brighter.
It is very common to experience significant mood and thought changes through the conception to motherhood transition. We are bombarded by images of “good mothering”, the idea of “balancing it all, notions of “bouncing back”, and thoughts that it “should come naturally”. Using tenets of Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to explore six unique themes, we will openly discuss how excitement and loneliness, fear and courage, & anger and gratitude can live side by side in a healthy way. You will also meet other moms-to-be where you can make connections with new people in your area.
Hosted by Jessica R Vanderberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd, CD, CLC, CCCE
Verified Verified
Group meets in Stamford, CT 06903
I believe that to truly understand you, we need to look at the bigger picture—how your family, community and the world around you have shaped who you are. Once we do that, we can begin to honor the whole you, not just focus on fixing problems. This approach lets us dig deeper into how your past experiences shape your future decisions, making healing about more than just symptom relief—it’s about changing how you see yourself. Together, we’ll unravel the complicated web of life’s influences (no pressure, we’ll go at a good pace!) and work toward feeling more grounded, empowered, and more at home in the world.
Join other new or expectant mothers in a group where you can get support and share similar experiences. You may be feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, guilty, irritable or even numb at a time that is supposed to be "wonderful". Support groups can greatly improve symptoms and reduce feelings of isolation. Meetings are 1 hour/week for four weeks on an ongoing basis. Facilitated by a licensed clinical psychologist. Dr. Nancy Millian can be reached at 203-558-1170 (nancymillian@hotmail.com) for more information
Hosted by Nancy Millian
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Stamford, CT 06905
With over 33 years as a seasoned psychologist, I offer a relaxed, laid-back style that produces real results using a nonjudgmental and caring atmosphere. I provide solution-oriented therapy with useful feedback that addresses issues important to you. This includes help with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, intimacy issues, stress management, grief/loss, codependency, self-esteem and life transitions. Whatever your needs, you will leave our sessions really feeling "understood".
It is very common to experience anxiety and depression through the pregnancy to motherhood transition. We are constantly bombarded by images of “good mothering”, the idea of “balancing it all”, notions of “bouncing back”, and thoughts that it “should come naturally”. We will openly discuss how many opposing feelings live can side by side in a healthy way. Whether you are a first time mom-to-be or you’ve mothered before, please join us where you will learn coping strategies and communication skills as part of a radical self-care framework. This is a virtual group.
Hosted by Jessica R Vanderberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd, CD, CLC, CCCE
Verified Verified
Group meets in Stamford, CT 06903
I believe that to truly understand you, we need to look at the bigger picture—how your family, community and the world around you have shaped who you are. Once we do that, we can begin to honor the whole you, not just focus on fixing problems. This approach lets us dig deeper into how your past experiences shape your future decisions, making healing about more than just symptom relief—it’s about changing how you see yourself. Together, we’ll unravel the complicated web of life’s influences (no pressure, we’ll go at a good pace!) and work toward feeling more grounded, empowered, and more at home in the world.
This group is geared towards new mothers. This group is different than a typical 'new mom's group." Its orientation is around the psycho-emotional challenges that come with the journey of mothering. This group is an opportunity to share your thoughts and feeling around this life transition, body image, work stress, your relationship to your partner, sexuality, and anxiety around navigating what is touched inside of you as you mother and live and continue to show up for those that you love. ZOOM OPTION
Hosted by Michelle Bloom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Group meets in Stamford, CT 06906
I strive to be a therapist who is challenging and direct without being judgmental; is open-minded and encouraging of my clients to explore options in their lives that may be different than my own or others around them. I am someone who doesn't rush to diagnose and pathologize, but rather seeks to understand. I am not invested in the choices my clients make, I am invested in my clients making choices from a place of wholeheartedness. And specifically, I have a keen understanding of the intricacies of intimacy and sexuality within relationship to oneself and community. As long as we "fail forward" together, we are perfectly imperfect
I am a Peer Support provider for the International Association for Premenstrual Disorders. At IAPMD, volunteers give their time to support others living with premenstrual disorders via online chat. All of the providers have lived experience of PMDD, PME, and/or other reproductive health challenges and draw upon their personal experience to help others. Volunteers have completed our Peer Support Provider Training and are skilled at providing support, sharing resources and information and helping in moments of crisis. Premenstrual disorders are too often overlooked; therefore, we strive to educate and advocate for proper and treatable diagnoses.
Hosted by Christen Bucknall Ryan
Counselor, MA, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norwalk, CT 06851
As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA), I am trained in providing mental health counseling services to individuals, groups, couples and families. I am driven to help people with a diverse range of needs. Using a person-centered orientation to counseling, often coupled with a solution-focused approach, I have been described as warm, empathic and relatable. My primary commitment is to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity and acceptance. Through this foundation, where a safe, nonjudgmental environment is born, I believe healing is possible.
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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 behavioral therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviors. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.
Are there specific medications for postpartum depression?
In 2019, the FDA approved the first medication designed to treat postpartum depression. The medication is called brexanolone and is delivered intravenously by a medical professional over the course of a few days. However, typical antidepressants, which are more accessible, can also treat postpartum depression. The disorder is often best treated through a combination of medication and therapy.