Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
Often when we imagine the process of pregnancy and having a baby, we picture moments of happiness and joy.
Dr. Barnes-Palty, a licensed psychologist, provides warmth, caring, and high quality treatment for women, new mothers, partners, babies, and families as they heal and grow through the good times and the challenges of the perinatal period. Therapy services include pre-conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, parenting infants/toddlers, and perinatal loss.
Often when we imagine the process of pregnancy and having a baby, we picture moments of happiness and joy.
Dr. Barnes-Palty, a licensed psychologist, provides warmth, caring, and high quality treatment for women, new mothers, partners, babies, and families as they heal and grow through the good times and the challenges of the perinatal period. Therapy services include pre-conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, parenting infants/toddlers, and perinatal loss.
With years of experience, I specialize in perinatal mental health, and I’m committed to supporting individuals facing emotional challenges related to pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
I utilize a range of evidence-based practices, but what matters most to me is recognizing your unique individual needs and being respectful of your cultural background, sexual orientation, language, and any physical or mental health challenges you may face.
With years of experience, I specialize in perinatal mental health, and I’m committed to supporting individuals facing emotional challenges related to pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
I utilize a range of evidence-based practices, but what matters most to me is recognizing your unique individual needs and being respectful of your cultural background, sexual orientation, language, and any physical or mental health challenges you may face.
I also work with women in the perinatal period who are navigating the emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, or motherhood.
My ideal client is someone who has been doing their best to hold it all together, often feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. They may be navigating the weight of past trauma, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or big life transitions like becoming a parent. They want to feel more grounded, confident, and in control of their life. Most of all, they want to feel safe—to be their full self, to begin healing, and to grow.
I also work with women in the perinatal period who are navigating the emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, or motherhood.
My ideal client is someone who has been doing their best to hold it all together, often feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. They may be navigating the weight of past trauma, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or big life transitions like becoming a parent. They want to feel more grounded, confident, and in control of their life. Most of all, they want to feel safe—to be their full self, to begin healing, and to grow.
In addition, I work with women & couples struggling with infertility, postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, traumatic birth recovery, & adjustment to parenthood.
With a degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, I approach cases from a systemic perspective because I believe we are all influenced by larger systems, such as our families, romantic partnerships, workplace, and community. To best meet the needs of clients, I integrate different therapeutic modalities, including EFT, Gottman method, EMDR, and CBT.
In addition, I work with women & couples struggling with infertility, postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, traumatic birth recovery, & adjustment to parenthood.
With a degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, I approach cases from a systemic perspective because I believe we are all influenced by larger systems, such as our families, romantic partnerships, workplace, and community. To best meet the needs of clients, I integrate different therapeutic modalities, including EFT, Gottman method, EMDR, and CBT.
I am licensed as a Professional Counselor in the state of Arizona and I am certified as a Perinatal Mental Health Specialist.
Are you seeking a safe space where you can be heard: good, bad, and everything in between? Have you or your child experienced trauma and you’re hoping to find healing? Are you currently pregnant or a parent to a newborn trying to navigate the many emotions and challenges that arise? Are you a seasoned parent who struggles with the ever-changing demands that may accompany parenthood? Do you find yourself debilitated by depression, anxiety, anger or low self-worth? If any of these feel familiar, please know you don’t have to continue suffering alone. Help is available and healing is possible.
I am licensed as a Professional Counselor in the state of Arizona and I am certified as a Perinatal Mental Health Specialist.
Are you seeking a safe space where you can be heard: good, bad, and everything in between? Have you or your child experienced trauma and you’re hoping to find healing? Are you currently pregnant or a parent to a newborn trying to navigate the many emotions and challenges that arise? Are you a seasoned parent who struggles with the ever-changing demands that may accompany parenthood? Do you find yourself debilitated by depression, anxiety, anger or low self-worth? If any of these feel familiar, please know you don’t have to continue suffering alone. Help is available and healing is possible.
My specialties include Perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, Grief/Loss, Trauma and Women's Issues.
I am passionate about helping others in their journey to achieve balance, growth and emotional wellness. I use a holistic, collaborative approach, and strive to create a safe, supportive space for healing. My therapeutic approaches include EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and a Person-Centered Approach.
My specialties include Perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, Grief/Loss, Trauma and Women's Issues.
I am passionate about helping others in their journey to achieve balance, growth and emotional wellness. I use a holistic, collaborative approach, and strive to create a safe, supportive space for healing. My therapeutic approaches include EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and a Person-Centered Approach.
I specialize in perinatal mental health, I have a certification from the Postpartum Support International.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially during big life transitions or when you’re simply carrying more than anyone realizes. You may feel disconnected from yourself, emotionally drained, or unsure how to keep going. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can slow down, be seen, and feel understood. Together, we can create a space for healing, explore what’s beneath the surface, and build tools to help you feel more stable. You don’t have to do this alone. Within the struggle, there’s a silver lining: a chance to reconnect with yourself in a deeper, more meaningful way.
I specialize in perinatal mental health, I have a certification from the Postpartum Support International.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially during big life transitions or when you’re simply carrying more than anyone realizes. You may feel disconnected from yourself, emotionally drained, or unsure how to keep going. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can slow down, be seen, and feel understood. Together, we can create a space for healing, explore what’s beneath the surface, and build tools to help you feel more stable. You don’t have to do this alone. Within the struggle, there’s a silver lining: a chance to reconnect with yourself in a deeper, more meaningful way.
Adjusting to pregnancy/parenting/life changes, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and post partum depression is my specialty.
With certifications in Perinatal Mental Health and EMDR, I specialize working with people/partners who are pregnant, post-partum, or have experienced birth trauma, infant loss/grief. If culture and faith are important, we can integrate this into your healing journey. I am LGBTQIA+ affirmative and have a social justice perspective.
Adjusting to pregnancy/parenting/life changes, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and post partum depression is my specialty.
With certifications in Perinatal Mental Health and EMDR, I specialize working with people/partners who are pregnant, post-partum, or have experienced birth trauma, infant loss/grief. If culture and faith are important, we can integrate this into your healing journey. I am LGBTQIA+ affirmative and have a social justice perspective.
I believe that having a strong support system to know about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD's) is essential to help navigate overwhelming and unpleasant symptoms!
Statistics show that 1 in 5 women (under reported in my opinion) will experience Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. PMAD's can onset for any new or expecting mama from time of conception up to approximately two years! I want to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to have support while processing their most difficult thoughts and behaviors.
I believe that having a strong support system to know about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD's) is essential to help navigate overwhelming and unpleasant symptoms!
Statistics show that 1 in 5 women (under reported in my opinion) will experience Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. PMAD's can onset for any new or expecting mama from time of conception up to approximately two years! I want to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to have support while processing their most difficult thoughts and behaviors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified EMDR Therapist, Certified in Perinatal Mood Disorders, Certified Grief Specialist and am a Clinical Trauma Specialist.
NOW accepting adult clients and couples for in-person and telehealth sessions.
I have 25+ years of experience providing therapy. I take an open-minded approach to client wellness and consider the client's family traditions, lifestyle, work-life, cultural and spiritual beliefs. My goal, as a Counselor, is to work together with you to help you reach YOUR desired goal(s). Please feel free to call me/text me at 602-509-6974 or visit my website. I look forward to hearing from you.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified EMDR Therapist, Certified in Perinatal Mood Disorders, Certified Grief Specialist and am a Clinical Trauma Specialist.
NOW accepting adult clients and couples for in-person and telehealth sessions.
I have 25+ years of experience providing therapy. I take an open-minded approach to client wellness and consider the client's family traditions, lifestyle, work-life, cultural and spiritual beliefs. My goal, as a Counselor, is to work together with you to help you reach YOUR desired goal(s). Please feel free to call me/text me at 602-509-6974 or visit my website. I look forward to hearing from you.
I am certified in DBT and Perinatal/Postnatal mood disorders, as well as trained in CBT-I for insomnia.
As a counselor, my goal is to assist you in the development and achievement of your own goals. The way we are raised, the way we are taught how to behave, and how we experience life is what makes every one of us unique. My focus as your therapist is to help you process and grow through your experiences. In a session with me, we will work together to learn new and healthy ways of coping, identify and express emotions both past and present, and continue to make steps forward for a future worth living.
I am certified in DBT and Perinatal/Postnatal mood disorders, as well as trained in CBT-I for insomnia.
As a counselor, my goal is to assist you in the development and achievement of your own goals. The way we are raised, the way we are taught how to behave, and how we experience life is what makes every one of us unique. My focus as your therapist is to help you process and grow through your experiences. In a session with me, we will work together to learn new and healthy ways of coping, identify and express emotions both past and present, and continue to make steps forward for a future worth living.
I work with clients who may be navigating infertility or postpartum challenges.
I specialize in fertility counseling, perinatal mental health, and third-party reproduction. I understand the emotional weight of infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum challenges and I'm passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate these experiences with compassion, validation, and expert care. I provide a collaborative and affirming space for all clients, including those in the LGBTQIA+ community. I am currently pursuing additional certification in perinatal mental health. I am supervised by Diane Palacios.
I work with clients who may be navigating infertility or postpartum challenges.
I specialize in fertility counseling, perinatal mental health, and third-party reproduction. I understand the emotional weight of infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum challenges and I'm passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate these experiences with compassion, validation, and expert care. I provide a collaborative and affirming space for all clients, including those in the LGBTQIA+ community. I am currently pursuing additional certification in perinatal mental health. I am supervised by Diane Palacios.
Having worked as a nurse in obstetrics, labor and delivery and being a certified specialist in postpartum depression and anxiety, I am uniquely equipped to work with mothers experiencing these problems.
I'm a nurse/psychotherapist with over 45 years professional experience working with families, adults, and children. As a therapist I feel prepared to be your emotional advocate, and to assist you with the challenges you are facing. Building trust in the therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, respectful environment is essential. I believe every client situation is unique. I combine an eclectic theoretical approach with professional experience in order to assess, set goals, and implement a treatment plan that is specific to your needs.
Having worked as a nurse in obstetrics, labor and delivery and being a certified specialist in postpartum depression and anxiety, I am uniquely equipped to work with mothers experiencing these problems.
I'm a nurse/psychotherapist with over 45 years professional experience working with families, adults, and children. As a therapist I feel prepared to be your emotional advocate, and to assist you with the challenges you are facing. Building trust in the therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, respectful environment is essential. I believe every client situation is unique. I combine an eclectic theoretical approach with professional experience in order to assess, set goals, and implement a treatment plan that is specific to your needs.
I believe in a personalized, collaborative therapy process where each client is empowered to address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, pregnancy and parenting related issues, and trauma in a compassionate and nurturing environment.
I provide trauma-informed care and create a welcoming environment for neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ individuals. My therapeutic approach is eclectic, drawing from feminist theory, attachment theory, and client-centered therapy. I tailor my approach to treatment to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with. I am trained in Perinatal Mental Health.
I believe in a personalized, collaborative therapy process where each client is empowered to address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, pregnancy and parenting related issues, and trauma in a compassionate and nurturing environment.
I provide trauma-informed care and create a welcoming environment for neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ individuals. My therapeutic approach is eclectic, drawing from feminist theory, attachment theory, and client-centered therapy. I tailor my approach to treatment to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with. I am trained in Perinatal Mental Health.
Molly Foley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Waitlist for new clients
Additionally, I have received advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) & IFIO (Intimacy From the Inside Out), and Perinatal Mental Health.
I support individuals and couples who want to repair emotional injuries, increase emotional intimacy and overcome sexual challenges to experience more confidence and joy. I bring love, respect, and better communication to relationships. My speciality is focused on relationship, sexual, and perinatal issues.
Additionally, I have received advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) & IFIO (Intimacy From the Inside Out), and Perinatal Mental Health.
I support individuals and couples who want to repair emotional injuries, increase emotional intimacy and overcome sexual challenges to experience more confidence and joy. I bring love, respect, and better communication to relationships. My speciality is focused on relationship, sexual, and perinatal issues.
My professional training and experience includes Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Birth Trauma, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Adjustment to Motherhood.
NOW Accepting NEW Clients at Run Your Life Counseling! Life is a journey which can be wonderful at times, but it can also be a difficult process and adjustment. If you are struggling with feeling sad or overwhelmed, you are not alone, and I am here to help! I offer emotional and therapeutic support to those experiencing anxiety and depressive symptoms due to life transitions. My passion is helping individuals navigate their journey to and through life goals.
My professional training and experience includes Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Birth Trauma, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Adjustment to Motherhood.
NOW Accepting NEW Clients at Run Your Life Counseling! Life is a journey which can be wonderful at times, but it can also be a difficult process and adjustment. If you are struggling with feeling sad or overwhelmed, you are not alone, and I am here to help! I offer emotional and therapeutic support to those experiencing anxiety and depressive symptoms due to life transitions. My passion is helping individuals navigate their journey to and through life goals.
I am a licensed bilingual therapist who specializes in pregnancy, postpartum, and anxiety treatment.
We will work together to develop a plan based on your needs that will help you feel better. This is a supportive space where you can freely express your fears and worries. I'm glad you're here and I look forward to hearing from you!
I am a licensed bilingual therapist who specializes in pregnancy, postpartum, and anxiety treatment.
We will work together to develop a plan based on your needs that will help you feel better. This is a supportive space where you can freely express your fears and worries. I'm glad you're here and I look forward to hearing from you!
Or maybe you find yourself dealing with more severe issues of anxiety, depression, postpartum, or substance use?
I offer a supportive and warm environment interspersed with appropriate levels of humor. I help you realize you are more capable than you imagined, and I create a safe, authentic space where you can grow, heal, and achieve your goals.
Or maybe you find yourself dealing with more severe issues of anxiety, depression, postpartum, or substance use?
I offer a supportive and warm environment interspersed with appropriate levels of humor. I help you realize you are more capable than you imagined, and I create a safe, authentic space where you can grow, heal, and achieve your goals.
I specialize in supporting individuals at all stages of their parenting journey, with a focus on perinatal mental health, traumatic birth experiences, PTSD, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, infertility, grief, and loss.
As a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT) and Level II Gottman Method Couples Therapist, I integrate evidence-based practices with a compassionate, client-centered approach. I also have training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and perinatal mental health care.
I specialize in supporting individuals at all stages of their parenting journey, with a focus on perinatal mental health, traumatic birth experiences, PTSD, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, infertility, grief, and loss.
As a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT) and Level II Gottman Method Couples Therapist, I integrate evidence-based practices with a compassionate, client-centered approach. I also have training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and perinatal mental health care.
With specialties in trauma, eating disorders and perinatal disorders, my role is to help you tell the story of what it has meant to be you.
If you were given space to share the story of your body, how would it begin? What would that story say about love and loss, about eating and movement, about pain or trauma? Our lived experiences impact our ability to feel at home within ourselves and you may be there today. Maybe you’re feeling disconnected from yourself and others. Or you’re struggling to nourish and move your body in compassionate ways. Maybe your experiences have taught you that connecting to your internal experience would be dangerous or unsafe. Your ability to be in your body and use your voice may feel complicated, problematic, or even nonexistent.
With specialties in trauma, eating disorders and perinatal disorders, my role is to help you tell the story of what it has meant to be you.
If you were given space to share the story of your body, how would it begin? What would that story say about love and loss, about eating and movement, about pain or trauma? Our lived experiences impact our ability to feel at home within ourselves and you may be there today. Maybe you’re feeling disconnected from yourself and others. Or you’re struggling to nourish and move your body in compassionate ways. Maybe your experiences have taught you that connecting to your internal experience would be dangerous or unsafe. Your ability to be in your body and use your voice may feel complicated, problematic, or even nonexistent.
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists
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.