Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Idyllwild, CA
I am certified in EMDR, Brainspotting, and the Eagala model of equine assisted psychotherapy, and I offer expertise in helping clients work through dissociation, anxiety, depression, avoidance, feeling frozen or blocked, and trauma. In addition, I work in performance enhancement, and help clients build on strengths and resiliences.
I offer both in person and telehealth services including individual sessions, intensives, and workshops. I am a Specialty Workshop Provider and Consultant for both EMDRIA and Brainspotting, and I developed EquiAttune: the integration of Brainspotting with Equine Assisted Services.
I am certified in EMDR, Brainspotting, and the Eagala model of equine assisted psychotherapy, and I offer expertise in helping clients work through dissociation, anxiety, depression, avoidance, feeling frozen or blocked, and trauma. In addition, I work in performance enhancement, and help clients build on strengths and resiliences.
I offer both in person and telehealth services including individual sessions, intensives, and workshops. I am a Specialty Workshop Provider and Consultant for both EMDRIA and Brainspotting, and I developed EquiAttune: the integration of Brainspotting with Equine Assisted Services.
Most of us are not born knowing how to navigate relationships, understand and manage our emotions or process our traumas. Many things throughout our life influence us and how we react and behave in different situations, however that doesn’t mean we can’t grow and develop as individuals. My goal is to help clients become confident in who they are through discovering their own self-worth and practicing self-compassion. We can work together to create a space where you can find the tools and support you are looking for during this period of your life.
Most of us are not born knowing how to navigate relationships, understand and manage our emotions or process our traumas. Many things throughout our life influence us and how we react and behave in different situations, however that doesn’t mean we can’t grow and develop as individuals. My goal is to help clients become confident in who they are through discovering their own self-worth and practicing self-compassion. We can work together to create a space where you can find the tools and support you are looking for during this period of your life.
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Ashlyn Acikalin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC
9 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I am not currently accepting new clients. If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, please reach out. Thanks!
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I specialize in supporting individuals during times of major life changes. As a therapist, I bring empathy and personal insight into the unique challenges and rewards that come with navigating change. I understand how pivotal events, whether related to family, career, personal identity, or relationships, can deeply impact our emotions and sense of self. I offer a safe, nurturing space where clients can process their experiences, heal, and find new paths forward.
Hi there! I am not currently accepting new clients. If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, please reach out. Thanks!
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I specialize in supporting individuals during times of major life changes. As a therapist, I bring empathy and personal insight into the unique challenges and rewards that come with navigating change. I understand how pivotal events, whether related to family, career, personal identity, or relationships, can deeply impact our emotions and sense of self. I offer a safe, nurturing space where clients can process their experiences, heal, and find new paths forward.
You don’t have to carry it all alone. Maybe you’re a mom who’s tried everything — self-help, friends, routines — and still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost yourself in motherhood. Modern parenting feels heavy right now, and many moms feel the world is moving too fast, making calm and confidence hard to find.
I’m also a parent navigating the teen years, and I understand how hard this work can be — I’ve learned much of it the hard way and am still learning alongside you. I believe investing in your emotional wellbeing is one of the most meaningful things you can do for yourself and for your family.
You don’t have to carry it all alone. Maybe you’re a mom who’s tried everything — self-help, friends, routines — and still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost yourself in motherhood. Modern parenting feels heavy right now, and many moms feel the world is moving too fast, making calm and confidence hard to find.
I’m also a parent navigating the teen years, and I understand how hard this work can be — I’ve learned much of it the hard way and am still learning alongside you. I believe investing in your emotional wellbeing is one of the most meaningful things you can do for yourself and for your family.
My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and affirming of LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, perinatal, and polyamorous experiences.
You’re the one everyone depends on. The helper, the fixer, the person who keeps things moving even when you’re running on empty. From the outside, you seem capable, but underneath the constant doing, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of what you need anymore.
Maybe you’ve spent so much time caring for others that you’ve lost touch with yourself. You long for rest without guilt, relationships where you can show up authentically, and space to exist without constantly performing. Therapy can help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been waiting for attention.
My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and affirming of LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, perinatal, and polyamorous experiences.
You’re the one everyone depends on. The helper, the fixer, the person who keeps things moving even when you’re running on empty. From the outside, you seem capable, but underneath the constant doing, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of what you need anymore.
Maybe you’ve spent so much time caring for others that you’ve lost touch with yourself. You long for rest without guilt, relationships where you can show up authentically, and space to exist without constantly performing. Therapy can help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been waiting for attention.
I work with clients experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional challenges related to pregnancy, parenting, and family life.
Welcome! I support moms and moms-to-be at any stage of motherhood. Together, we navigate anxiety, stress, and overwhelm, build coping skills, and help you feel calmer, more confident, and more connected to yourself as you navigate the challenges of parenting. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, focusing on strategies that you can use in your daily life to feel supported, empowered, and more in control of your emotional well-being. Our first session is a low-pressure, judgment-free space for you to be heard and understood. We’ll talk about what brought you to therapy, your current challenges, and your goals.
I work with clients experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional challenges related to pregnancy, parenting, and family life.
Welcome! I support moms and moms-to-be at any stage of motherhood. Together, we navigate anxiety, stress, and overwhelm, build coping skills, and help you feel calmer, more confident, and more connected to yourself as you navigate the challenges of parenting. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, focusing on strategies that you can use in your daily life to feel supported, empowered, and more in control of your emotional well-being. Our first session is a low-pressure, judgment-free space for you to be heard and understood. We’ll talk about what brought you to therapy, your current challenges, and your goals.
Carrie Lynne Yerdon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with parents, postpartum individuals, adults navigating anxiety, burnout, and relationship stress, and those struggling to balance their own needs with those of others.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an evidence-based approach that helps process past experiences and shift long-standing emotional patterns. EMDR can be especially helpful for postpartum adjustment, parenting stress, anxiety, and people-pleasing patterns, allowing you to feel more grounded, confident, and present.
I specialize in working with parents, postpartum individuals, adults navigating anxiety, burnout, and relationship stress, and those struggling to balance their own needs with those of others.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an evidence-based approach that helps process past experiences and shift long-standing emotional patterns. EMDR can be especially helpful for postpartum adjustment, parenting stress, anxiety, and people-pleasing patterns, allowing you to feel more grounded, confident, and present.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety related to infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting transitions.
You’re the one who keeps the house running, remembers the schedules, and manages everyone’s emotions. From the outside, you have it all together. But internally, you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and feel like your nervous system never turns off. You love your family deeply, but the "invisible load" of parenting, work, and life has left you running on empty. You want to stop reacting in ways you regret and start feeling like yourself again. You’re looking for more than "self-care" tips; you want to understand why you feel so stuck in survival mode and how to finally find a sense of true internal calm.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety related to infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting transitions.
You’re the one who keeps the house running, remembers the schedules, and manages everyone’s emotions. From the outside, you have it all together. But internally, you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and feel like your nervous system never turns off. You love your family deeply, but the "invisible load" of parenting, work, and life has left you running on empty. You want to stop reacting in ways you regret and start feeling like yourself again. You’re looking for more than "self-care" tips; you want to understand why you feel so stuck in survival mode and how to finally find a sense of true internal calm.
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples navigating all stages of the perinatal experience.
My goal as your therapist is to help you heal from the past, feel strong in the present and move into a healthier future. I will work with you to find healthy coping skills, learn to communicate what you really need, and into a place where you can enjoy parenthood.
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples navigating all stages of the perinatal experience.
My goal as your therapist is to help you heal from the past, feel strong in the present and move into a healthier future. I will work with you to find healthy coping skills, learn to communicate what you really need, and into a place where you can enjoy parenthood.
Whether you are preparing for marriage, navigating challenges in an established partnership, or adjusting to pregnancy or early parenthood, these moments carry lasting impact.
Next, we create a tailored plan aligned with your relationship and life stage. This may include clarifying shared values, strengthening communication, addressing conflict or emotional distance, or supporting the transitions of pregnancy and postpartum using discreet, evidence-based approaches.
Whether you are preparing for marriage, navigating challenges in an established partnership, or adjusting to pregnancy or early parenthood, these moments carry lasting impact.
Next, we create a tailored plan aligned with your relationship and life stage. This may include clarifying shared values, strengthening communication, addressing conflict or emotional distance, or supporting the transitions of pregnancy and postpartum using discreet, evidence-based approaches.
With over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families, I am committed to partnering with you to help you re-discover your inner strengths and abilities and find solutions to the challenges you are facing. Some of my areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, chronic illness, and maternal mental health. I am also experienced in helping women with life transitions. Whether it be the loss of a relationship, the challenges of being a new mom or dealing with a career change, I can help you see these transitions as an opportunity for positive growth and change.
With over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families, I am committed to partnering with you to help you re-discover your inner strengths and abilities and find solutions to the challenges you are facing. Some of my areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, chronic illness, and maternal mental health. I am also experienced in helping women with life transitions. Whether it be the loss of a relationship, the challenges of being a new mom or dealing with a career change, I can help you see these transitions as an opportunity for positive growth and change.
Whether you are a mother experiencing a perinatal mood disorder while desperately trying to hold on; if you are an adult having difficulty reconciling your needs for love and care with what have so far been disappointing and invalidating relationships; whether you feel like you have been anxious and depressed for longer than you can remember; or you struggle for your body to believe what your mind has heard a thousand times - that you are safe and valued and loved - I can help.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I treat perinatal mood disorders, chronic depression & anxiety, interpersonal struggles, & trauma, as I work from a wholistic lens, incorporating a thorough understanding of attachment & developmental themes with neuroscience. I also provide couples therapy for neurodiverse partners.
Whether you are a mother experiencing a perinatal mood disorder while desperately trying to hold on; if you are an adult having difficulty reconciling your needs for love and care with what have so far been disappointing and invalidating relationships; whether you feel like you have been anxious and depressed for longer than you can remember; or you struggle for your body to believe what your mind has heard a thousand times - that you are safe and valued and loved - I can help.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I treat perinatal mood disorders, chronic depression & anxiety, interpersonal struggles, & trauma, as I work from a wholistic lens, incorporating a thorough understanding of attachment & developmental themes with neuroscience. I also provide couples therapy for neurodiverse partners.
I enjoy working with parenting issues, infertility, perinatal and postpartum issues, depression and anxiety.
I use solution focused therapy techniques as well as trauma informed care. I incorporate attachment theory as I think we all deserve healthy and happy relationships with ourselves, our loved ones and the systems we interact with daily. I am trained in ERP (Exposure Response and Prevention) to treat OCD. I am also trained in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
I enjoy working with parenting issues, infertility, perinatal and postpartum issues, depression and anxiety.
I use solution focused therapy techniques as well as trauma informed care. I incorporate attachment theory as I think we all deserve healthy and happy relationships with ourselves, our loved ones and the systems we interact with daily. I am trained in ERP (Exposure Response and Prevention) to treat OCD. I am also trained in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
Feeling Lost? Wondering, “Where do I go from here?”
My clients are individuals navigating life after toxic relationships, major transitions, or motherhood who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and stuck in patterns like people-pleasing, overthinking, and self-doubt. They often say, “I don’t feel like myself” or “I keep ending up in the same situations.” We use a trauma-informed, DBT-based approach to help you regulate emotions, set boundaries, rebuild self-trust, and break unhealthy cycles—so you can feel grounded, confident, and like yourself again.
Feeling Lost? Wondering, “Where do I go from here?”
My clients are individuals navigating life after toxic relationships, major transitions, or motherhood who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and stuck in patterns like people-pleasing, overthinking, and self-doubt. They often say, “I don’t feel like myself” or “I keep ending up in the same situations.” We use a trauma-informed, DBT-based approach to help you regulate emotions, set boundaries, rebuild self-trust, and break unhealthy cycles—so you can feel grounded, confident, and like yourself again.
As a result, I am especially dedicated to helping adults navigate infertility, pregnancy, and early parenthood.
I also have experience working with individuals who have experiences a difficult or traumatic reproductive period, either through infertility or birth trauma. I am also well-suited to help others manage symptoms including excessive worrying, negative self-talk, and pre-occupation with a traumatic experience.
As a result, I am especially dedicated to helping adults navigate infertility, pregnancy, and early parenthood.
I also have experience working with individuals who have experiences a difficult or traumatic reproductive period, either through infertility or birth trauma. I am also well-suited to help others manage symptoms including excessive worrying, negative self-talk, and pre-occupation with a traumatic experience.
While I specialize in couples therapy, I also have worked in spirituality, grief and loss, religious trauma and spiritual abuse, narcissistic abuse and recovery, and perinatal mental health.
I help couples who have spent years aching beside each other — loving each other, hurting each other, missing each other — find their way back to softness, truth, safety, and the kind of connection where neither person has to disappear to be loved.
You may be standing at a crossroads where you or your partner are quietly asking: “Can this relationship still become emotionally safe enough for me to stay in it long term without losing myself?”
If you have deep attachment, shared history, and genuine love, but also accumulated hurt, betrayal, disconnection, resentment, and conflict, please call. There is a path forward.
While I specialize in couples therapy, I also have worked in spirituality, grief and loss, religious trauma and spiritual abuse, narcissistic abuse and recovery, and perinatal mental health.
I help couples who have spent years aching beside each other — loving each other, hurting each other, missing each other — find their way back to softness, truth, safety, and the kind of connection where neither person has to disappear to be loved.
You may be standing at a crossroads where you or your partner are quietly asking: “Can this relationship still become emotionally safe enough for me to stay in it long term without losing myself?”
If you have deep attachment, shared history, and genuine love, but also accumulated hurt, betrayal, disconnection, resentment, and conflict, please call. There is a path forward.
My specialties include maternal mental health, pregnancy, and parenthood.
I use attachment theory, which is the study of how early relationships form our patterns in relating to others throughout our lives. I enjoy using Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, which helps clients process old emotional wounds in a supportive, loving environment. I also use EMDR, which can help you work through traumatic events.
My specialties include maternal mental health, pregnancy, and parenthood.
I use attachment theory, which is the study of how early relationships form our patterns in relating to others throughout our lives. I enjoy using Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, which helps clients process old emotional wounds in a supportive, loving environment. I also use EMDR, which can help you work through traumatic events.
I work with young children and parents navigating behavioral challenges, big emotions, and the transitions that come with postpartum and early parenthood.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new clients in our Temecula office. Many of the families I work with come in feeling overwhelmed, worried about their child’s development, or unsure how to support big emotions and challenging behaviors. I especially enjoy working with parents, infants, toddlers, and young children (ages 0–6), as well as families navigating early developmental or behavioral concerns. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where families feel understood and never judged. Together, we build practical tools, strengthen parent–child connections, and support children’s emotional and developmental growth.
I work with young children and parents navigating behavioral challenges, big emotions, and the transitions that come with postpartum and early parenthood.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new clients in our Temecula office. Many of the families I work with come in feeling overwhelmed, worried about their child’s development, or unsure how to support big emotions and challenging behaviors. I especially enjoy working with parents, infants, toddlers, and young children (ages 0–6), as well as families navigating early developmental or behavioral concerns. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where families feel understood and never judged. Together, we build practical tools, strengthen parent–child connections, and support children’s emotional and developmental growth.
Pregnancy and the related milestones are so celebrated around you that it’s hard for you to talk to anyone about the emotional pain you are in.
I will help you to process the unique emotional and physical challenges of pregnancy and early motherhood, especially those that come after past loss or with past trauma. As you move beyond rage, loss and fear, I will help you to identify your strengths and vision for motherhood and build confidence in caring for yourself and your baby.
Pregnancy and the related milestones are so celebrated around you that it’s hard for you to talk to anyone about the emotional pain you are in.
I will help you to process the unique emotional and physical challenges of pregnancy and early motherhood, especially those that come after past loss or with past trauma. As you move beyond rage, loss and fear, I will help you to identify your strengths and vision for motherhood and build confidence in caring for yourself and your baby.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, disconnected in your relationship, experiencing grief, or navigating a life transition like pregnancy or new parenthood, you don’t have to go through it alone.
My approach is solution-focused and client-centered. As your therapist, I am able to provide insight, assist in the understanding of a problem, and then work alongside you to uncover effective and sustainable solutions. Together we will collaborate and create lasting change that helps you thrive in your life and relationships!
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, disconnected in your relationship, experiencing grief, or navigating a life transition like pregnancy or new parenthood, you don’t have to go through it alone.
My approach is solution-focused and client-centered. As your therapist, I am able to provide insight, assist in the understanding of a problem, and then work alongside you to uncover effective and sustainable solutions. Together we will collaborate and create lasting change that helps you thrive in your life and relationships!
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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.