Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in New Brighton, MN
You might feel like you're constantly running on empty, trying to be everything for everyone, but still feeling lost and unheard. The anxiety or stress can feel overwhelming, especially when it's compounded by the weight of societal expectations or the exhaustion of having parts of your identity dismissed. Here, we can stop the cycle. My approach provides the skills and insights you need to shift from feeling overwhelmed to empowered. We’ll honor how your intersecting identities have shaped your mental health, build healthier boundaries, and create a plan for managing stress, so you can build a more authentic and sustainable life.
You might feel like you're constantly running on empty, trying to be everything for everyone, but still feeling lost and unheard. The anxiety or stress can feel overwhelming, especially when it's compounded by the weight of societal expectations or the exhaustion of having parts of your identity dismissed. Here, we can stop the cycle. My approach provides the skills and insights you need to shift from feeling overwhelmed to empowered. We’ll honor how your intersecting identities have shaped your mental health, build healthier boundaries, and create a plan for managing stress, so you can build a more authentic and sustainable life.
I work with families who have experienced a variety of traumas in my work at Children's Hospital in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Much of the that job involves counseling parents who have lost an infant or child, or who have a child with chronic health problems, or whose child has a life threatening condition. In addition, couples who try to have another child after a loss have specific needs. When interventions are available to address the trauma of child illness or death right away, we can sometimes reduce the severity of the struggles with their trauma.
I work with families who have experienced a variety of traumas in my work at Children's Hospital in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Much of the that job involves counseling parents who have lost an infant or child, or who have a child with chronic health problems, or whose child has a life threatening condition. In addition, couples who try to have another child after a loss have specific needs. When interventions are available to address the trauma of child illness or death right away, we can sometimes reduce the severity of the struggles with their trauma.
I specialize in supporting adolescent and adult clients in navigating life’s big transitions including schooling, demanding jobs, relationships, trying to conceive, infertility, pregnancy/ postpartum, and parenting.
Do you feel worn down from the grind of your day to day? Or find yourself in a cycle of feeling overwhelmed, sad, frustrated, anxious or depressed? Maybe you are not feeling great about your relationships, parenting, health, job or nutrition. Navigating life at any stage can be challenging; this is especially true when your path feels uncertain, difficult, or out of your control. The good news is you are not on this journey alone, and there is hope and support. Together, with time, perspective and skill building, we can work through your challenges and find emotional resilience that you can feel proud of.
I specialize in supporting adolescent and adult clients in navigating life’s big transitions including schooling, demanding jobs, relationships, trying to conceive, infertility, pregnancy/ postpartum, and parenting.
Do you feel worn down from the grind of your day to day? Or find yourself in a cycle of feeling overwhelmed, sad, frustrated, anxious or depressed? Maybe you are not feeling great about your relationships, parenting, health, job or nutrition. Navigating life at any stage can be challenging; this is especially true when your path feels uncertain, difficult, or out of your control. The good news is you are not on this journey alone, and there is hope and support. Together, with time, perspective and skill building, we can work through your challenges and find emotional resilience that you can feel proud of.
Starting therapy can often feel like writers block. You are ready to compose and illustrate your story, but may feel bewildered on how to begin. The scene is set, the characters are in place, but the plot lines may be out of focus or seem beyond your grasp. This is where I can be of help. It is my privilege to hear your narratives, your characters and your scenes in order to validate, honor and share in your growth. It would be an honor to assist in making meaning of your story for whatever chapter of life you are in.
Starting therapy can often feel like writers block. You are ready to compose and illustrate your story, but may feel bewildered on how to begin. The scene is set, the characters are in place, but the plot lines may be out of focus or seem beyond your grasp. This is where I can be of help. It is my privilege to hear your narratives, your characters and your scenes in order to validate, honor and share in your growth. It would be an honor to assist in making meaning of your story for whatever chapter of life you are in.
Stacy Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
6 Endorsed
New Brighton, MN 55112
Waitlist for new clients
Figuring out life's bumps in the road is not always easy, especially if you're feeling lost and alone. Feeling seen and heard with someone who cares can be vital for your happiness and wellbeing. When I meet with a new person, whether you come in solo, or with your partner or family, I support you and everyone involved so no one feels lonely while sorting out the hard stuff that can get in the way from finding peace. I'm compassionate, understanding, and intuitive. I try my best to meet you where you are to ensure a relationship where you feel connected, safe, and empowered. Improving your life is not always easy, I'm here to help.
Figuring out life's bumps in the road is not always easy, especially if you're feeling lost and alone. Feeling seen and heard with someone who cares can be vital for your happiness and wellbeing. When I meet with a new person, whether you come in solo, or with your partner or family, I support you and everyone involved so no one feels lonely while sorting out the hard stuff that can get in the way from finding peace. I'm compassionate, understanding, and intuitive. I try my best to meet you where you are to ensure a relationship where you feel connected, safe, and empowered. Improving your life is not always easy, I'm here to help.
I believe trusting, compassionate relationships and accessing the innate wisdom of the body and the inner Self are the pathways to transformative healing, wholeness, growth, and fulfillment. I have been a Licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor since 2008 and completed my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2022. I work with couples and individuals ages 17 & older. My specialties are Anxiety, trauma, shame, attachment injuries, healing from the impacts of addiction, and couples work focusing on reducing protective responses & increasing strength and security of emotional connection in relationships.
I believe trusting, compassionate relationships and accessing the innate wisdom of the body and the inner Self are the pathways to transformative healing, wholeness, growth, and fulfillment. I have been a Licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor since 2008 and completed my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2022. I work with couples and individuals ages 17 & older. My specialties are Anxiety, trauma, shame, attachment injuries, healing from the impacts of addiction, and couples work focusing on reducing protective responses & increasing strength and security of emotional connection in relationships.
Vulnerability drives the therapeutic process which leads to personal growth and transformation, however, the path to vulnerability lies in the collaborative relationship between the therapist and the client. It is essential to understand that the journey toward healing starts with a deeper understanding of oneself, followed by acceptance of who you are before any positive change can be achieved. The central themes and patterns that we develop during the early stage of our lives play a vital role in the quality of relationships that we develop with ourselves and others as we transcend into our adulthood.
Vulnerability drives the therapeutic process which leads to personal growth and transformation, however, the path to vulnerability lies in the collaborative relationship between the therapist and the client. It is essential to understand that the journey toward healing starts with a deeper understanding of oneself, followed by acceptance of who you are before any positive change can be achieved. The central themes and patterns that we develop during the early stage of our lives play a vital role in the quality of relationships that we develop with ourselves and others as we transcend into our adulthood.
I have experience working alongside BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youth and adults in office, telehealth, and community settings. The most common mental health diagnoses and concerns I’ve worked with are anxiety, depression, PTSD, survivors of child abuse/child sexual abuse, breaking generational cycles, gender identity exploration, self-esteem, grief, attachment, adoptee trauma, child sexual abuse intervention & prevention with non-offending caregivers, racial trauma, life transitions, guilt & shame, and religious trauma. I strive to guide clients with person-centered, trauma-informed, decolonized, and strengths-based lenses.
I have experience working alongside BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youth and adults in office, telehealth, and community settings. The most common mental health diagnoses and concerns I’ve worked with are anxiety, depression, PTSD, survivors of child abuse/child sexual abuse, breaking generational cycles, gender identity exploration, self-esteem, grief, attachment, adoptee trauma, child sexual abuse intervention & prevention with non-offending caregivers, racial trauma, life transitions, guilt & shame, and religious trauma. I strive to guide clients with person-centered, trauma-informed, decolonized, and strengths-based lenses.
My clients have described me as thoughtful, empathetic, wise, and funny. I am not a bobble-head that will nod along to anything you say and just keep asking you, "and how does that make you feel?" I'm engaged, I'm funny, and I'm direct. I'm kinda like hard candy. I'm sweet and I can deliver challenging things when needed. With creativity and humor, I will guide you to explore other paths and options. I operate from a holistic lens, welcoming the all aspects of you and your family, including sexual orientation, gender expression, racial and cultural messages, religion and spirituality into the therapeutic exploration.
My clients have described me as thoughtful, empathetic, wise, and funny. I am not a bobble-head that will nod along to anything you say and just keep asking you, "and how does that make you feel?" I'm engaged, I'm funny, and I'm direct. I'm kinda like hard candy. I'm sweet and I can deliver challenging things when needed. With creativity and humor, I will guide you to explore other paths and options. I operate from a holistic lens, welcoming the all aspects of you and your family, including sexual orientation, gender expression, racial and cultural messages, religion and spirituality into the therapeutic exploration.
If you are looking for a therapist who is present, genuine, and offers a caring and therapeutic space, then we might be a match. I love working with clients who are brand new to therapy and might feel a bit nervous. And clients who have been in therapy previously and may already know what they want out of the experience. Wherever you are on your journey, my mission is to meet you right where you are and walk alongside you to achieve the goals and dreams you have, or perhaps work to develop them altogether. I am also trained in Brainspotting which can be especially powerful for clients with a history of trauma.
If you are looking for a therapist who is present, genuine, and offers a caring and therapeutic space, then we might be a match. I love working with clients who are brand new to therapy and might feel a bit nervous. And clients who have been in therapy previously and may already know what they want out of the experience. Wherever you are on your journey, my mission is to meet you right where you are and walk alongside you to achieve the goals and dreams you have, or perhaps work to develop them altogether. I am also trained in Brainspotting which can be especially powerful for clients with a history of trauma.
Life and the circumstances that happen to us can be overwhelming and stressful. We may experience all sorts of mixed emotions and have a difficult time sorting them out. I believe being seen and heard is the base of healing and change. Through my relational, holistic, and compassionate approach I can help you understand your reactions, find tools, and wrestle through new ways of being. I will invite you to be curious and compassionate, rather than critical, as you learn about yourself. We will tune into your body and notice what it may be trying to tell you so you can experience more peace within and more connectedness with others.
Life and the circumstances that happen to us can be overwhelming and stressful. We may experience all sorts of mixed emotions and have a difficult time sorting them out. I believe being seen and heard is the base of healing and change. Through my relational, holistic, and compassionate approach I can help you understand your reactions, find tools, and wrestle through new ways of being. I will invite you to be curious and compassionate, rather than critical, as you learn about yourself. We will tune into your body and notice what it may be trying to tell you so you can experience more peace within and more connectedness with others.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or just tired of holding everything together, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to sort through it by yourself anymore. I work with adult women who are navigating concerns like perimenopausal anxiety or mood changes, late-diagnosed ADHD, family-of-origin wounds, people-pleasing, spiritual or church hurt, boundaries, relationship difficulties, and grief that comes from losses due to death, big shifts in life, and other life losses. Many of the women I see tell me they’ve spent years taking care of everyone else and suddenly realize they’ve lost touch with who they are.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or just tired of holding everything together, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to sort through it by yourself anymore. I work with adult women who are navigating concerns like perimenopausal anxiety or mood changes, late-diagnosed ADHD, family-of-origin wounds, people-pleasing, spiritual or church hurt, boundaries, relationship difficulties, and grief that comes from losses due to death, big shifts in life, and other life losses. Many of the women I see tell me they’ve spent years taking care of everyone else and suddenly realize they’ve lost touch with who they are.
At various points in life we can become frustrated, stuck or confused and uncertain about how to move beyond the frustration or confusion. I welcome adolescents and adults who find themselves in a difficult place in life and are eager to move forward in their lives. I see these as valuable opportunities to engage with clients to make sure I understand their current situation and their desired outcomes, even when the client may be initially unsure themselves. I will provide the direction needed for you to more clearly see those goals & from there we will work together to identify an array of options available for forward movement.
At various points in life we can become frustrated, stuck or confused and uncertain about how to move beyond the frustration or confusion. I welcome adolescents and adults who find themselves in a difficult place in life and are eager to move forward in their lives. I see these as valuable opportunities to engage with clients to make sure I understand their current situation and their desired outcomes, even when the client may be initially unsure themselves. I will provide the direction needed for you to more clearly see those goals & from there we will work together to identify an array of options available for forward movement.
Sometimes all you need is just an ounce of hope. Maybe it comes from the lifted burden of a listening ear. Maybe it’s a new way to see a situation, or even experiencing an “aha” moment. These hopeful nudges are what fuels my passion for counseling. I work with clients to help achieve these moments so that you will feel better, think clearer, and have a better overall picture of life. As a therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, I welcome the opportunity to work with anyone who is willing to risk being vulnerable in order to grow.
Sometimes all you need is just an ounce of hope. Maybe it comes from the lifted burden of a listening ear. Maybe it’s a new way to see a situation, or even experiencing an “aha” moment. These hopeful nudges are what fuels my passion for counseling. I work with clients to help achieve these moments so that you will feel better, think clearer, and have a better overall picture of life. As a therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, I welcome the opportunity to work with anyone who is willing to risk being vulnerable in order to grow.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and need a safe space to process the stress and worries of life? Are there hurtful and frustrating relationships you need help navigating? Are you feeling hopeless, shut down, or "off?" Do you need dedicated time to heal from trauma in a lasting way?
We can work together towards lessening your anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief, so your pain can decrease and you can more fully live your life. Whether you are a parent, connected to the military, first responder, or individual, you have come to the right place.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and need a safe space to process the stress and worries of life? Are there hurtful and frustrating relationships you need help navigating? Are you feeling hopeless, shut down, or "off?" Do you need dedicated time to heal from trauma in a lasting way?
We can work together towards lessening your anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief, so your pain can decrease and you can more fully live your life. Whether you are a parent, connected to the military, first responder, or individual, you have come to the right place.
Village Support Therapy & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
New Brighton, MN 55112
We are a group mental health practice providing culturally responsive therapy for individuals, youth, and families. Our mission is to increase access to affirming, high-quality care for communities who have historically been underserved in mental health spaces.
We specialize in supporting individuals, adolescents, professionals, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.
We are a group mental health practice providing culturally responsive therapy for individuals, youth, and families. Our mission is to increase access to affirming, high-quality care for communities who have historically been underserved in mental health spaces.
We specialize in supporting individuals, adolescents, professionals, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.
You want connection, but relationships leave you feeling anxious, overthinking, or unseen. Maybe you are grieving a breakup or caught in a pattern you don’t know how to break. You desire to feel secure in yourself or in your relationships, to stop chasing closure or clarity, and to reconnect with your intuition, peace, and purpose. You are spiritual or introspective and you are seeking therapy that feels meaningful, not surface-level. You may ready to do the deep work—and just need someone who can guide you along the way and who truly gets it.
You want connection, but relationships leave you feeling anxious, overthinking, or unseen. Maybe you are grieving a breakup or caught in a pattern you don’t know how to break. You desire to feel secure in yourself or in your relationships, to stop chasing closure or clarity, and to reconnect with your intuition, peace, and purpose. You are spiritual or introspective and you are seeking therapy that feels meaningful, not surface-level. You may ready to do the deep work—and just need someone who can guide you along the way and who truly gets it.
Ashwak Hassan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the twin cities. She has been providing psychotherapy, individual and family skills training to adults and children of all ages in day treatment and in-home settings since 2009. Ashwak has experience in DBT, play, relational, behavioral, developmental skills training, and psychotherapy for children on the Autism Spectrum and related conditions. For the past several years, Ashwak has dedicated her career to doing behavioral therapy with children on the autism spectrum and bringing awareness to the Somali community to better serve families that are impacted by Neurodevelopmental disorders.
Ashwak Hassan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the twin cities. She has been providing psychotherapy, individual and family skills training to adults and children of all ages in day treatment and in-home settings since 2009. Ashwak has experience in DBT, play, relational, behavioral, developmental skills training, and psychotherapy for children on the Autism Spectrum and related conditions. For the past several years, Ashwak has dedicated her career to doing behavioral therapy with children on the autism spectrum and bringing awareness to the Somali community to better serve families that are impacted by Neurodevelopmental disorders.
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I also enjoy supporting people navigating queer/trans fertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum period, especially non-gestational parents and single parents.
Hi, I'm Dani (she/they). I specialize in providing psychotherapy in a safer and affirming space for individuals from historically marginalized groups. Most of my clients identify as part of the queer/trans/nonbinary community and/or as Black, Indigenous, or people of color. I am sex-positive, sex worker–friendly, kink-allied, and well-versed in non-monogamy and polyamory. I practice from an anti-oppression, body-neutral, feminist lens, and my work is most influenced by attachment theory, contemporary psychoanalytic theory, and systems of oppression frameworks. I listen carefully to your story and help you make sense of your life.
I also enjoy supporting people navigating queer/trans fertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum period, especially non-gestational parents and single parents.
Hi, I'm Dani (she/they). I specialize in providing psychotherapy in a safer and affirming space for individuals from historically marginalized groups. Most of my clients identify as part of the queer/trans/nonbinary community and/or as Black, Indigenous, or people of color. I am sex-positive, sex worker–friendly, kink-allied, and well-versed in non-monogamy and polyamory. I practice from an anti-oppression, body-neutral, feminist lens, and my work is most influenced by attachment theory, contemporary psychoanalytic theory, and systems of oppression frameworks. I listen carefully to your story and help you make sense of your life.
Pregnancy, birth, or parenting may have amplified that pressure to be “okay” while you feel overwhelmed or unlike yourself.
In therapy, I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space to slow down, untangle what’s beneath the surface, and reconnect with your sense of self. My approach blends trauma-informed and attachment-based care with practical tools. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that keep you stuck and build new ways of relating to yourself and others.
Pregnancy, birth, or parenting may have amplified that pressure to be “okay” while you feel overwhelmed or unlike yourself.
In therapy, I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space to slow down, untangle what’s beneath the surface, and reconnect with your sense of self. My approach blends trauma-informed and attachment-based care with practical tools. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that keep you stuck and build new ways of relating to yourself and others.
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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.