Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Ypsilanti, MI
Erin Medeiros
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with anxiety, life transitions, depression, trauma, stress, parenting, pregnancy and postpartum.
It often feels like life just won’t slow down. There are spiraling thoughts you can’t step away from. There are feelings of isolation & the idea that you need to do everything yourself. There are overwhelming feelings in new phases of life, such as graduation, moving, or parenthood, that seem unending. These experiences are common & you’re not alone in them. Counseling is a collaborative & judgment free space to process thoughts, feelings & behaviors. I’ll walk alongside you to help deepen your personal insight, change unhelpful thought patterns & learn new skills.
I am passionate about working with anxiety, life transitions, depression, trauma, stress, parenting, pregnancy and postpartum.
It often feels like life just won’t slow down. There are spiraling thoughts you can’t step away from. There are feelings of isolation & the idea that you need to do everything yourself. There are overwhelming feelings in new phases of life, such as graduation, moving, or parenthood, that seem unending. These experiences are common & you’re not alone in them. Counseling is a collaborative & judgment free space to process thoughts, feelings & behaviors. I’ll walk alongside you to help deepen your personal insight, change unhelpful thought patterns & learn new skills.
Kate Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
Welcome, I’m glad you’re here! My goal for our work together is to create a safe and grounding space for you to grow, heal, and deepen your awareness. I often work with individuals moving through pregnancy loss and abortion, anxiety, trauma, and attachment wounds. You deserve deep healing and support beyond symptom management. Our work will support you in slowing down, reclaiming your body, reclaiming your story, and creating space for your instincts and intuition. This work was not meant to be done alone. I am honored to be on this journey with you.
Welcome, I’m glad you’re here! My goal for our work together is to create a safe and grounding space for you to grow, heal, and deepen your awareness. I often work with individuals moving through pregnancy loss and abortion, anxiety, trauma, and attachment wounds. You deserve deep healing and support beyond symptom management. Our work will support you in slowing down, reclaiming your body, reclaiming your story, and creating space for your instincts and intuition. This work was not meant to be done alone. I am honored to be on this journey with you.
Stephanie 'stevie' Estes-James
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
Understanding how I can assist my client to achieve successful counseling is vitally important. Knowing that people enter counseling with a myriad of troubles I rely on multiple resources to assist clients in unearthing their best selves. I have been trained in Perinatal Mood Disorders and Advanced Perinatal Mental Health, crisis prevention and intervention, post-secondary education resources/guidance, substance abuse, individual, children, family, and group counseling.
Understanding how I can assist my client to achieve successful counseling is vitally important. Knowing that people enter counseling with a myriad of troubles I rely on multiple resources to assist clients in unearthing their best selves. I have been trained in Perinatal Mood Disorders and Advanced Perinatal Mental Health, crisis prevention and intervention, post-secondary education resources/guidance, substance abuse, individual, children, family, and group counseling.
Amy Lawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PhD, CAADC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
While I am comfortable working with a variety of issues, perinatal mental health is specific area of interest for me.
I have over fifteen years experience working with adolescent and adults with a wide range of mental health and substance abuse disorders. I use an empathic, strengths based approach to address issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and relationship and career changes. I have worked with a variety of clients with co-occuring mental health and substance abuse disorders. I enjoy working with clients through life transitions, such as college, graduate school, career changes, parenting, and mid-life issues. I tend to utilize person centered therapy techniques, CBT, and ACT techniques.
While I am comfortable working with a variety of issues, perinatal mental health is specific area of interest for me.
I have over fifteen years experience working with adolescent and adults with a wide range of mental health and substance abuse disorders. I use an empathic, strengths based approach to address issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and relationship and career changes. I have worked with a variety of clients with co-occuring mental health and substance abuse disorders. I enjoy working with clients through life transitions, such as college, graduate school, career changes, parenting, and mid-life issues. I tend to utilize person centered therapy techniques, CBT, and ACT techniques.
Samantha Cecil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
I have training and experience with anxiety, depression, postpartum issues, grief and loss, challenging behaviors in children, relationship and attachment issues, and life transitions.
You are the expert of your life and your family. My goal is to create a non-judgmental, therapeutic space for us to work together to explore any doubts, overwhelming feelings, or past experiences that are affecting the present. Whatever you are going through, you do not have to feel alone. I would love to be invited into your world as a partner in working through this time together. I enjoy working with people of all ages and have a special interest in working with children, those transitioning into parenthood, or finding parenting harder than they expected.
I have training and experience with anxiety, depression, postpartum issues, grief and loss, challenging behaviors in children, relationship and attachment issues, and life transitions.
You are the expert of your life and your family. My goal is to create a non-judgmental, therapeutic space for us to work together to explore any doubts, overwhelming feelings, or past experiences that are affecting the present. Whatever you are going through, you do not have to feel alone. I would love to be invited into your world as a partner in working through this time together. I enjoy working with people of all ages and have a special interest in working with children, those transitioning into parenthood, or finding parenting harder than they expected.
Emily Gutman Opfermann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, IMH-E
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
I enjoy working with those who have concerns regarding parenting, perinatal/postnatal issues, life transitions, relationship issues, grief and loss, attachment concerns, and processing difficult life experiences.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here! My priority as a therapist is to create a trusting, safe, authentic relationship from which to explore the concerns and difficulties you may be having. I value and honor the many identities and life experiences that clients bring with them into our therapeutic space and believe that each individual's strengths and challenges are influenced by the systems around them. Ultimately, it is through safe relationships, that see us for everything we are, that we have the opportunity to create change within ourselves.
I enjoy working with those who have concerns regarding parenting, perinatal/postnatal issues, life transitions, relationship issues, grief and loss, attachment concerns, and processing difficult life experiences.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here! My priority as a therapist is to create a trusting, safe, authentic relationship from which to explore the concerns and difficulties you may be having. I value and honor the many identities and life experiences that clients bring with them into our therapeutic space and believe that each individual's strengths and challenges are influenced by the systems around them. Ultimately, it is through safe relationships, that see us for everything we are, that we have the opportunity to create change within ourselves.
Michelle Fitzhugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
My expertise are in the areas of anxiety, depression, coping, adjustment disorders, trauma, life stressors, postpartum, and self discovery.
Hello there, my name is Michelle Fitzhugh. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, here to serve young your mental health needs. I am committed to creating a safe space, while meeting my clients right where they are. I strive to help clients feel empowered by remaining them of the strength they already possess within. Whatever weight you are carrying, I am here to support and encourage you.
My expertise are in the areas of anxiety, depression, coping, adjustment disorders, trauma, life stressors, postpartum, and self discovery.
Hello there, my name is Michelle Fitzhugh. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, here to serve young your mental health needs. I am committed to creating a safe space, while meeting my clients right where they are. I strive to help clients feel empowered by remaining them of the strength they already possess within. Whatever weight you are carrying, I am here to support and encourage you.
Nurtured Soul Counseling and Consulting, LLPC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
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I specialize in the areas of attachment, anxiety, trauma, mood-disorders, perinatal mood and anxiety concerns, grief and loss, as well as race-related stress.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with an endorsement from the Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health as an Infant Family Specialist. I have obtained my graduate degree in clinical social work from the University of Michigan. My desire is to optimize the emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being of women. Integrating compassion, psychotherapy, and evidenced-based interventions, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), it is my endeavor to offer a supportive holding environment for healing.
I specialize in the areas of attachment, anxiety, trauma, mood-disorders, perinatal mood and anxiety concerns, grief and loss, as well as race-related stress.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with an endorsement from the Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health as an Infant Family Specialist. I have obtained my graduate degree in clinical social work from the University of Michigan. My desire is to optimize the emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being of women. Integrating compassion, psychotherapy, and evidenced-based interventions, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), it is my endeavor to offer a supportive holding environment for healing.
Ann Shields
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
I specialize in reproductive health and value working with clients coping with pregnancy loss, infertility, assisted reproduction, and postpartum issues.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" (Mary Oliver) -- This question lies at the heart of my work, with my goal being to help clients live more authentic and connected lives through self-awareness, resilience and positive change. My approach is flexible, interactive and solution-oriented. I bring a mindful perspective to psychotherapy and tend to see life transitions as opportunities for transformation and growth. My clients have said that my calm demeanor and my careful, empathic listening promote a safe and reflective environment, fostering self-compassion, self-awareness and change.
I specialize in reproductive health and value working with clients coping with pregnancy loss, infertility, assisted reproduction, and postpartum issues.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" (Mary Oliver) -- This question lies at the heart of my work, with my goal being to help clients live more authentic and connected lives through self-awareness, resilience and positive change. My approach is flexible, interactive and solution-oriented. I bring a mindful perspective to psychotherapy and tend to see life transitions as opportunities for transformation and growth. My clients have said that my calm demeanor and my careful, empathic listening promote a safe and reflective environment, fostering self-compassion, self-awareness and change.
Kayla Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (Online Only)
Are you looking to strengthen your mental health? Life can be overwhelming to cope through when challenges are part of daily life… but, that’s where talk therapy and art therapy can potentially provide respite! My goal as a counselor is that of a non-judgmental advocate which provides you a safe place to freely share about personal experiences. My journey as a parent has led me to take passion in advocating and working with those who are trying to conceive, dealing with infertility, have endured miscarriage(s), are surviving postpartum, or are a stressed parent.
Are you looking to strengthen your mental health? Life can be overwhelming to cope through when challenges are part of daily life… but, that’s where talk therapy and art therapy can potentially provide respite! My goal as a counselor is that of a non-judgmental advocate which provides you a safe place to freely share about personal experiences. My journey as a parent has led me to take passion in advocating and working with those who are trying to conceive, dealing with infertility, have endured miscarriage(s), are surviving postpartum, or are a stressed parent.
Dr. Heather E Devaraj
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC, CCTP-11
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
Dr. Devaraj is passionate about working with clients with disordered eating and those who have experienced trauma. She has done extensive postgraduate training in counseling, eating disorders, and trauma through a series of courses, institutes, research, workshops, and seminars. She has become an advocate for maternal mental health and hopes to help people better understand postpartum depression.
Dr. Devaraj is passionate about working with clients with disordered eating and those who have experienced trauma. She has done extensive postgraduate training in counseling, eating disorders, and trauma through a series of courses, institutes, research, workshops, and seminars. She has become an advocate for maternal mental health and hopes to help people better understand postpartum depression.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
I have two decades of experience treating individuals (adults, adolescents), couples and families. I have had extensive training in treating mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder), anxiety, peri-natal and post-partum depression, anxiety; grief, trauma, life adjustment and relationship difficulties. I am comfortable collaborating with your physician if you are on or need medication.
I have two decades of experience treating individuals (adults, adolescents), couples and families. I have had extensive training in treating mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder), anxiety, peri-natal and post-partum depression, anxiety; grief, trauma, life adjustment and relationship difficulties. I am comfortable collaborating with your physician if you are on or need medication.
TheraBee, LLC
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
We offer therapy from a nonjudgmental, secular viewpoint and have a compassionate and accepting approach to all clients. We specialize in working with those marginalized for reasons around their sexuality (i.e. LGBQ+, Kink/Alternative, etc.), their gender (i.e. Trans*, non-binary, etc.), their relationship style (i.e. Consensual nonmonogamy, polyam, etc.), and/or their religion (including Atheists, and those choosing to leave their religion). Therapy interventions we offer include mindfulness, somatic/body based practice, movement based practice, as well as traditional psychotherapy / "talk therapy".
We offer therapy from a nonjudgmental, secular viewpoint and have a compassionate and accepting approach to all clients. We specialize in working with those marginalized for reasons around their sexuality (i.e. LGBQ+, Kink/Alternative, etc.), their gender (i.e. Trans*, non-binary, etc.), their relationship style (i.e. Consensual nonmonogamy, polyam, etc.), and/or their religion (including Atheists, and those choosing to leave their religion). Therapy interventions we offer include mindfulness, somatic/body based practice, movement based practice, as well as traditional psychotherapy / "talk therapy".
Sheron Gittens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MAT, LLMSW, CHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
I commend your decision to prioritize your mental health and well-being. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic space for clients experiencing challenges such as depression, anxiety, and adjusting to different life stages and transitions, including career or academic stress, student caregiving challenges, relationship issues, fertility challenges, cultural adjustments, intergenerational immigrant family issues or redefining your purpose in life. I meet you where you are and work in partnership to help you on your journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment that is tailored to your unique needs.
I commend your decision to prioritize your mental health and well-being. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic space for clients experiencing challenges such as depression, anxiety, and adjusting to different life stages and transitions, including career or academic stress, student caregiving challenges, relationship issues, fertility challenges, cultural adjustments, intergenerational immigrant family issues or redefining your purpose in life. I meet you where you are and work in partnership to help you on your journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment that is tailored to your unique needs.
Intentional Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Throughout life, it is possible to find ourselves on a journey we believe is impossible to complete. Through therapy, we learn that no journey is impossible; however sometimes we must detour...delay...revisit...or speed up! This analogy speaks to the true essence of therapy, helping others to navigate obstacles that present themselves along their journey. I will partner with you to find your path to a healthy existence despite any detours you encounter.
Throughout life, it is possible to find ourselves on a journey we believe is impossible to complete. Through therapy, we learn that no journey is impossible; however sometimes we must detour...delay...revisit...or speed up! This analogy speaks to the true essence of therapy, helping others to navigate obstacles that present themselves along their journey. I will partner with you to find your path to a healthy existence despite any detours you encounter.
Amanda Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
Do you often feel alone, even while being surrounded by friends or loved ones? Maybe you are struggling with meeting person goals due to a lack of motivation? Fighting an internal battle with yourself is exhausting; you do not have to fight this battle quietly or alone. I can help you get to the life you desire and deserve.
Do you often feel alone, even while being surrounded by friends or loved ones? Maybe you are struggling with meeting person goals due to a lack of motivation? Fighting an internal battle with yourself is exhausting; you do not have to fight this battle quietly or alone. I can help you get to the life you desire and deserve.
KemArts, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (Online Only)
I am a state of Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist. I have an office at Christian Love Fellowship Ministries International. I am a Christian and I am happy to share my faith but I do not impose my beliefs on others and respect your beliefs. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed and solution focused therapeutic approach in my work with clients. I have experience working with male and female clients of all ages in various settings. Areas of focus in my career include trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, PTSD; psychological and professional growth, women’s issues, personal growth.
I am a state of Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist. I have an office at Christian Love Fellowship Ministries International. I am a Christian and I am happy to share my faith but I do not impose my beliefs on others and respect your beliefs. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed and solution focused therapeutic approach in my work with clients. I have experience working with male and female clients of all ages in various settings. Areas of focus in my career include trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, PTSD; psychological and professional growth, women’s issues, personal growth.
Avida Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Avida provides therapy around a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, and general stress; she feels comfortable in offering healing and support around grief, trauma and life transitions. With a foundation of authenticity and trust, Avida assists clients with achieving a deeper understanding of what has happened in their life so far and what is needed to create a more meaningful and happy future.
Avida provides therapy around a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, and general stress; she feels comfortable in offering healing and support around grief, trauma and life transitions. With a foundation of authenticity and trust, Avida assists clients with achieving a deeper understanding of what has happened in their life so far and what is needed to create a more meaningful and happy future.
Bernice M Hardman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Online Only)
You are the expert of you. No matter where you are in your journey of adulthood, the goal is to provide acknowledgment, support, validation and empowerment, for you to work through life’s transitions.
You are the expert of you. No matter where you are in your journey of adulthood, the goal is to provide acknowledgment, support, validation and empowerment, for you to work through life’s transitions.
Walk and Talk Therapy with Deepwater Counseling
Counselor, LPC, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Imagine seeing squirrels scamper or hearing birds chirping during your therapy session. Or feeling the warm sunshine on your skin and fresh air in your lungs. If being in nature sounds more healing and less intimidating than sitting in an office, then walk and talk therapy may be just what you're looking for! Walking helps the brain to release "feel good" chemicals, helping to alleviate depression and anxiety and reduce stress. Walking decreases negative emotions and promotes mental clarity and positive thinking. It can boost self-esteem, increase energy, improve sleep quality, and allow you to reconnect with the natural world.
Imagine seeing squirrels scamper or hearing birds chirping during your therapy session. Or feeling the warm sunshine on your skin and fresh air in your lungs. If being in nature sounds more healing and less intimidating than sitting in an office, then walk and talk therapy may be just what you're looking for! Walking helps the brain to release "feel good" chemicals, helping to alleviate depression and anxiety and reduce stress. Walking decreases negative emotions and promotes mental clarity and positive thinking. It can boost self-esteem, increase energy, improve sleep quality, and allow you to reconnect with the natural world.
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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.