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Casey Swartz, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
I specialize in helping with traumatic events, maternal mental health (including postpartum depression and anxiety, infertility and adjustment to parenthood) and partner/family violence.
Is something keeping you from being the partner, parent, friend or family member you want to be? When you're feeling sad or nervous or if you're struggling with a troubling memory it can be hard to be the person you always imagined you'd be at this time in your life. I want to help you hold the weight you're carrying and figure out what it is that's holding you back.
I specialize in helping with traumatic events, maternal mental health (including postpartum depression and anxiety, infertility and adjustment to parenthood) and partner/family violence.
Is something keeping you from being the partner, parent, friend or family member you want to be? When you're feeling sad or nervous or if you're struggling with a troubling memory it can be hard to be the person you always imagined you'd be at this time in your life. I want to help you hold the weight you're carrying and figure out what it is that's holding you back.
(412) 275-4338 View (412) 275-4338
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Desilee Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CST, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Valencia, PA 16059
I am experienced with working with drug and alcohol treatment, sexual impulsive behaviors/sexual issues, partners dealing with the sexually impulsive, infertility, trauma, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, women's issues, family issues, self-esteem issues, self-care, grief, fear and loneliness.
It is always my goal to help you resolve conflict within yourself and your relationships so you may find a sense of peace and happiness in your life. Life can be full of challenges, triumphs and transitions. I'm here to support you in your journey and embrace the task of increasing awareness to bring about your desired changes. Change happens one decision at a time. I see myself as an agent for change where you can see your life improve. Currently, I am a CST (Certified Sex Therapist) with AASECT (American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists).
I am experienced with working with drug and alcohol treatment, sexual impulsive behaviors/sexual issues, partners dealing with the sexually impulsive, infertility, trauma, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, women's issues, family issues, self-esteem issues, self-care, grief, fear and loneliness.
It is always my goal to help you resolve conflict within yourself and your relationships so you may find a sense of peace and happiness in your life. Life can be full of challenges, triumphs and transitions. I'm here to support you in your journey and embrace the task of increasing awareness to bring about your desired changes. Change happens one decision at a time. I see myself as an agent for change where you can see your life improve. Currently, I am a CST (Certified Sex Therapist) with AASECT (American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists).
(724) 913-5044 View (724) 913-5044
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The Children's Home & Lemieux Family Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Are you looking for support in the areas of adoption, foster care, infertility, assisted reproductive technology, donor conception, pregnancy loss, pregnancy decision making, or a related area? You may feel alone, but you are not. We’re here to help. The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh provides specialized counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children. We work with all individuals and family types, without discrimination.
Are you looking for support in the areas of adoption, foster care, infertility, assisted reproductive technology, donor conception, pregnancy loss, pregnancy decision making, or a related area? You may feel alone, but you are not. We’re here to help. The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh provides specialized counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children. We work with all individuals and family types, without discrimination.
(412) 214-8895 View (412) 214-8895
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Caitlan Ingros
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090  (Online Only)
I am specially trained in perinatal mental health, and focus my work on the perinatal population (pre-conception, pregnancy, and postpartum) as well as infertility and perinatal loss.
Becoming a parent is one of life's greatest gifts, however it is not without a breadth of unforseen challenges, emotions, and hurdles. Many parents are surprised by the gap between expectations and reality, and navigating this can be incredibly difficult. I believe every parent deserves to enjoy as much of their journey as caretakers as possible, and I would be honored to assist in guiding today's parents down this path.
I am specially trained in perinatal mental health, and focus my work on the perinatal population (pre-conception, pregnancy, and postpartum) as well as infertility and perinatal loss.
Becoming a parent is one of life's greatest gifts, however it is not without a breadth of unforseen challenges, emotions, and hurdles. Many parents are surprised by the gap between expectations and reality, and navigating this can be incredibly difficult. I believe every parent deserves to enjoy as much of their journey as caretakers as possible, and I would be honored to assist in guiding today's parents down this path.
(724) 414-3076 View (724) 414-3076
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Move Forward Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LSW, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Our licensed clinicians offer therapy for a wide variety of mental health issues, including pregnancy and postpartum, trauma, relationship issues, dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, emotional eating, parenting issues, and infertility.
Our locations in Lancaster, Hershey, Lehigh Valley (Emmaus), Lancaster Downtown, Lebanon, York, and Pittsburgh, offer in-person mental health therapy to people aged six+. Online therapy is available across PA. Seek our care if you are struggling with relationship issues, feeling anxiety or depression, identity/culture, trauma, or are unsure how to navigate grief, maternal struggles, LGBT+, or life transitions. Our clients often state they "feel stuck" as the reason they are starting therapy. Participating in therapy can help identify solutions and a way to move forward.
Our licensed clinicians offer therapy for a wide variety of mental health issues, including pregnancy and postpartum, trauma, relationship issues, dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, emotional eating, parenting issues, and infertility.
Our locations in Lancaster, Hershey, Lehigh Valley (Emmaus), Lancaster Downtown, Lebanon, York, and Pittsburgh, offer in-person mental health therapy to people aged six+. Online therapy is available across PA. Seek our care if you are struggling with relationship issues, feeling anxiety or depression, identity/culture, trauma, or are unsure how to navigate grief, maternal struggles, LGBT+, or life transitions. Our clients often state they "feel stuck" as the reason they are starting therapy. Participating in therapy can help identify solutions and a way to move forward.
(717) 696-0029 View (717) 696-0029
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Ann Marie Hefferan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Washington, PA 15301
Hello! My name is Ann Marie Hefferan and I'm the owner and therapist at In The Now Counseling. My counseling practice is geared toward women and the issues they face in marriage/romantic relationships, motherhood, and caregiving roles. I am passionate about the struggles women experience in these roles due to my own experience as a teenage mother, wife, and someone who has dealt with infertility, severe postpartum depression, anxiety, juggling the demands of work and motherhood, career-change and becoming a caregiver to an adult child who recently sustained a significant physical disability.
Hello! My name is Ann Marie Hefferan and I'm the owner and therapist at In The Now Counseling. My counseling practice is geared toward women and the issues they face in marriage/romantic relationships, motherhood, and caregiving roles. I am passionate about the struggles women experience in these roles due to my own experience as a teenage mother, wife, and someone who has dealt with infertility, severe postpartum depression, anxiety, juggling the demands of work and motherhood, career-change and becoming a caregiver to an adult child who recently sustained a significant physical disability.
(878) 218-9721 View (878) 218-9721
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Katherine Bumbernick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greensburg, PA 15601
My treatment specialties include art therapy, perinatal and postpartum disorder treatment (including associated issues related to infertility, reproductive trauma, and grief and loss issues), personality disorders, psychosis, forensic treatment, competency restoration, and existentialism.
I am passionate about empowering clients to foster the resilience they need to overcome emotional and existential distress. My approach is holistic, solution-based, and future-focused on ways to improve overall life satisfaction and direction. Professionally, I have specific experience in women's issues, life transitions and existentialism, criminal justice and forensics, and treating other mental health professionals.
My treatment specialties include art therapy, perinatal and postpartum disorder treatment (including associated issues related to infertility, reproductive trauma, and grief and loss issues), personality disorders, psychosis, forensic treatment, competency restoration, and existentialism.
I am passionate about empowering clients to foster the resilience they need to overcome emotional and existential distress. My approach is holistic, solution-based, and future-focused on ways to improve overall life satisfaction and direction. Professionally, I have specific experience in women's issues, life transitions and existentialism, criminal justice and forensics, and treating other mental health professionals.
(724) 399-3122 View (724) 399-3122
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Erin Donnelly
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Allison Park, PA 15101  (Online Only)
My practice uniquely focuses on sexuality and reproduction: relationships/sex therapy, sexual dysfunctions, pelvic pain conditions, infertility and ARTs/third party parenting (& evaluations), adoption, reproductive traumas, peri/postpartum issues, transition to parenthood and gender identity.
Each of us is a complex product of our past and present environments and experiences. Generally, we act or cope in ways that are adaptive or necessary under given circumstances. When our default methods of coping are no longer effective or our circumstances change, we begin experiencing distress in specific realms of our lives. This distress might manifest as anxiety, depression, anger, pain, relationship or sexual difficulties, social isolation, declining performance and/or impairment in daily functioning. As there is an undeniable connection between our psychological and physical wellbeing, I approach treatment in an integrative, collaborative and personality-based manner.
My practice uniquely focuses on sexuality and reproduction: relationships/sex therapy, sexual dysfunctions, pelvic pain conditions, infertility and ARTs/third party parenting (& evaluations), adoption, reproductive traumas, peri/postpartum issues, transition to parenthood and gender identity.
Each of us is a complex product of our past and present environments and experiences. Generally, we act or cope in ways that are adaptive or necessary under given circumstances. When our default methods of coping are no longer effective or our circumstances change, we begin experiencing distress in specific realms of our lives. This distress might manifest as anxiety, depression, anger, pain, relationship or sexual difficulties, social isolation, declining performance and/or impairment in daily functioning. As there is an undeniable connection between our psychological and physical wellbeing, I approach treatment in an integrative, collaborative and personality-based manner.
(913) 370-7041 View (913) 370-7041
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Caroline Fuller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217  (Online Only)
I understand the pain of relationship difficulties, addiction, illness, grief and loss, women and couples struggling with infertility, loss of your baby through miscarriage, stillbirth or as an infant.
Life presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming at times - loss, betrayal, illness, trauma, relationship issues, pain, depression, and unmet goals. All you need to overcome these challenges and meet your goals lies within you. Let me help you find your path to conquering, healing, and living your best life.
I understand the pain of relationship difficulties, addiction, illness, grief and loss, women and couples struggling with infertility, loss of your baby through miscarriage, stillbirth or as an infant.
Life presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming at times - loss, betrayal, illness, trauma, relationship issues, pain, depression, and unmet goals. All you need to overcome these challenges and meet your goals lies within you. Let me help you find your path to conquering, healing, and living your best life.
(412) 500-9342 View (412) 500-9342
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Meagan Roppo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RYT200
Verified Verified
Sewickley, PA 15143  (Online Only)
Whether you are navigating pregnancy or postpartum transition, the overwhelm of infertility or TTC, or are reeling from a pregnancy or infant loss, I am here to guide you and validate your emotions. I specialize in perinatal/reproductive mental health and help my clients to make meaning, integrate challenging life experiences, and find hope. My approach as a therapist and trained yoga teacher is through acceptance, somatic practice, and building on the therapeutic relationship.
Whether you are navigating pregnancy or postpartum transition, the overwhelm of infertility or TTC, or are reeling from a pregnancy or infant loss, I am here to guide you and validate your emotions. I specialize in perinatal/reproductive mental health and help my clients to make meaning, integrate challenging life experiences, and find hope. My approach as a therapist and trained yoga teacher is through acceptance, somatic practice, and building on the therapeutic relationship.
(484) 469-6196 View (484) 469-6196
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Integrative Therapies Meadville LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Meadville, PA 16335
I have a great admiration and respect for my clients who've chosen to do the difficult task of examining themselves and taking risks to improve their lives. I work with adolescent and adult individuals and couples in a sincere and supportive capacity to address issues of grief, trauma, career difficulties, infertility and parenting, sexuality, life choices, relationships, depression, anxiety, and more. I invite your inquiries and can be reached by phone or email.
I have a great admiration and respect for my clients who've chosen to do the difficult task of examining themselves and taking risks to improve their lives. I work with adolescent and adult individuals and couples in a sincere and supportive capacity to address issues of grief, trauma, career difficulties, infertility and parenting, sexuality, life choices, relationships, depression, anxiety, and more. I invite your inquiries and can be reached by phone or email.
(814) 806-2209 View (814) 806-2209
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Mallory Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beaver, PA 15009
Some of the topics Mallory specialize in are communication breakdowns, marital differences, feeling disconnected, life transitions, infertility, perinatal loss and postpartum depression/anxiety.
Mallory specializes in Maternal Mental Health and Couples Therapy. Her main goals are to help her clients achieve a sense of control over self, life, their choices, and their relationships. Oftentimes people come to therapy when they feel dissatisfied with some or all areas of their lives; struggling to figure out why or what to do about it. Mallory works with individuals and couples to rebuild their relationship after disconnect with self and/or others. Mallory is available Monday-Thursday from 8am-3pm for office or telehealth sessions.
Some of the topics Mallory specialize in are communication breakdowns, marital differences, feeling disconnected, life transitions, infertility, perinatal loss and postpartum depression/anxiety.
Mallory specializes in Maternal Mental Health and Couples Therapy. Her main goals are to help her clients achieve a sense of control over self, life, their choices, and their relationships. Oftentimes people come to therapy when they feel dissatisfied with some or all areas of their lives; struggling to figure out why or what to do about it. Mallory works with individuals and couples to rebuild their relationship after disconnect with self and/or others. Mallory is available Monday-Thursday from 8am-3pm for office or telehealth sessions.
(412) 538-6110 View (412) 538-6110
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Eileen Savikas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15229  (Online Only)
I am also passionate about and invested in helping individuals through pre or post partum issues, pregnancy, pregnancy loss and/or infertility issues.
Stress is an inevitable part of life, it's how we cope that makes the difference. I am experienced and ready to support you in improving your day to day life and overall happiness. We will accomplish this by increasing your ability to handle your stressors, develop improved methods of managing worries and fears that may be triggering anxiety, seeking healthy boundaries and relationships, and focusing on staying in the present moment and finding peace and happiness within that moment today. I utilize strategies consistent with cognitive-behavioral therapy in a convenient virtual (video) setting. Yes you can do therapy in your PJ’s!
I am also passionate about and invested in helping individuals through pre or post partum issues, pregnancy, pregnancy loss and/or infertility issues.
Stress is an inevitable part of life, it's how we cope that makes the difference. I am experienced and ready to support you in improving your day to day life and overall happiness. We will accomplish this by increasing your ability to handle your stressors, develop improved methods of managing worries and fears that may be triggering anxiety, seeking healthy boundaries and relationships, and focusing on staying in the present moment and finding peace and happiness within that moment today. I utilize strategies consistent with cognitive-behavioral therapy in a convenient virtual (video) setting. Yes you can do therapy in your PJ’s!
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Rebecca Pollack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
I have many years of experience working with adolescents and their families, adults, and couples throughout a variety of life stages. I am passionate about treating women who are struggling with infertility, postpartum depression, anxiety and/or OCD as well as other transitional issues that can occur throughout the perinatal period. I also work with individuals dealing with general depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, OCD, and Bipolar Disorder.
I have many years of experience working with adolescents and their families, adults, and couples throughout a variety of life stages. I am passionate about treating women who are struggling with infertility, postpartum depression, anxiety and/or OCD as well as other transitional issues that can occur throughout the perinatal period. I also work with individuals dealing with general depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, OCD, and Bipolar Disorder.
(412) 912-2840 View (412) 912-2840
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The Children's Home & Lemieux Family Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Are you looking for support as a couple or during a period of grief? Or, in the areas of adoption, infertility, assisted reproductive technology, donor conception, pregnancy loss or pregnancy decision making? You may feel alone, but you are not. We’re here to help. The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh provides specialized counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children. We work with all individuals and family types, without discrimination.
Are you looking for support as a couple or during a period of grief? Or, in the areas of adoption, infertility, assisted reproductive technology, donor conception, pregnancy loss or pregnancy decision making? You may feel alone, but you are not. We’re here to help. The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh provides specialized counseling services to individuals, families, couples, and children. We work with all individuals and family types, without discrimination.
(412) 307-8865 View (412) 307-8865
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Become YOUR Happy LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, infertility, parenting, relationship, and more).
Life can be very stressful, and different things may bring someone to therapy. I provide a safe place to explore and learn, as I offer my compassion and support through your journey. I have a lot of experience with stress and/or trauma, as well as relationship issues. I tend to be gentle, compassionate, offer solutions and homework assignments, but realize deep down you have the answers, and are hard wired to heal under the right circumstances. I see primarily individuals and couples due to my schedule being strictly daytime (business hours)
stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, infertility, parenting, relationship, and more).
Life can be very stressful, and different things may bring someone to therapy. I provide a safe place to explore and learn, as I offer my compassion and support through your journey. I have a lot of experience with stress and/or trauma, as well as relationship issues. I tend to be gentle, compassionate, offer solutions and homework assignments, but realize deep down you have the answers, and are hard wired to heal under the right circumstances. I see primarily individuals and couples due to my schedule being strictly daytime (business hours)
(412) 275-4464 View (412) 275-4464
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Susan Mastruserio
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greensburg, PA 15601
As a Counseling Psychologist I work with individuals who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions and stressors (such as grief, infertility, college student/school stress), and relationship distress.
We all go through stressful periods in our lives. Sometimes it's a result of a traumatic event, such as a sexual assault, loss of a loved one, or difficult life transition. Sometimes it's more complicated to pinpoint. Maybe we are having trouble coping with school, work, or everyday life and are not sure why. Maybe we feel stuck and just feel "off" or not ourselves. I believe that everyone is capable of changing their life and moving toward happiness. Whether you are new to therapy or have gone in the past, I'll work with you with non-judgment and compassion to help to you on your journey of personal growth.
As a Counseling Psychologist I work with individuals who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions and stressors (such as grief, infertility, college student/school stress), and relationship distress.
We all go through stressful periods in our lives. Sometimes it's a result of a traumatic event, such as a sexual assault, loss of a loved one, or difficult life transition. Sometimes it's more complicated to pinpoint. Maybe we are having trouble coping with school, work, or everyday life and are not sure why. Maybe we feel stuck and just feel "off" or not ourselves. I believe that everyone is capable of changing their life and moving toward happiness. Whether you are new to therapy or have gone in the past, I'll work with you with non-judgment and compassion to help to you on your journey of personal growth.
(878) 313-6465 View (878) 313-6465
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Women In Balance, Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Canonsburg, PA 15317
Recognized as 2022 Best of Morgantown Mental Health Practice, we go above and beyond in providing effective counseling to women & couples in obtaining overall balance & fulfillment in their life. We specialize in working with women at various stages in life who may be struggling to balance everyday demands such as being a working professional, motherhood, relationships, life transitions, loss, academic stress, infertility, or simply needing support. Our non-judgmental & empathetic clinicians provide a safe space to comfortably explore life challenges while learning skills that promote confidence to the mind, body & soul!
Recognized as 2022 Best of Morgantown Mental Health Practice, we go above and beyond in providing effective counseling to women & couples in obtaining overall balance & fulfillment in their life. We specialize in working with women at various stages in life who may be struggling to balance everyday demands such as being a working professional, motherhood, relationships, life transitions, loss, academic stress, infertility, or simply needing support. Our non-judgmental & empathetic clinicians provide a safe space to comfortably explore life challenges while learning skills that promote confidence to the mind, body & soul!
(724) 260-5228 View (724) 260-5228
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LeeAnna Marra
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15219  (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples navigating a range of reproductive mental health issues, including but not limited to: infertility, abortion, challenges across pregnancy, early parenting support, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, reproductive grief and loss, and reproductive trauma. I also offer general life transition, anxiety, grief, trauma, neurodivergent support, and LGBTQIA+ support to teens and adults.
I work with individuals and couples navigating a range of reproductive mental health issues, including but not limited to: infertility, abortion, challenges across pregnancy, early parenting support, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, reproductive grief and loss, and reproductive trauma. I also offer general life transition, anxiety, grief, trauma, neurodivergent support, and LGBTQIA+ support to teens and adults.
(724) 932-6185 View (724) 932-6185
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Debbie Kramer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Debbie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience working as a therapist. She specializes in Perinatal Mental Health. She received her Master of Social Work with a specialization in mental health from the University of Pittsburgh in 2009. She has many years of experience working in community mental health assisting adults in coping with grief and loss, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and life stressors, and in working with women who are experiencing infertility, challenging pregnancies, pregnancy loss, and who are new parents.
Debbie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience working as a therapist. She specializes in Perinatal Mental Health. She received her Master of Social Work with a specialization in mental health from the University of Pittsburgh in 2009. She has many years of experience working in community mental health assisting adults in coping with grief and loss, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and life stressors, and in working with women who are experiencing infertility, challenging pregnancies, pregnancy loss, and who are new parents.
(412) 455-3989 View (412) 455-3989
Infertility Therapists

How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?

Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.

How does therapy for infertility issues work?

The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.

What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?

Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.

How long does therapy for infertility issues take?

There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.