Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Oakdale, MN
As a certified perinatal mental health practitioner, I am passionate about helping parents get through one of the most challenging yet magical times of their lives.
Did you know that 1 in 5-7 women and 1 in 10 men experience a perinatal mental health disorder? It's the most common complication of childbirth, more than pre-eclampsia or gestational diabetes. Young people commonly struggle with mental health symptoms too; it's tough getting to know yourself while dealing with stress, life, and school. You are not alone!
As a certified perinatal mental health practitioner, I am passionate about helping parents get through one of the most challenging yet magical times of their lives.
Did you know that 1 in 5-7 women and 1 in 10 men experience a perinatal mental health disorder? It's the most common complication of childbirth, more than pre-eclampsia or gestational diabetes. Young people commonly struggle with mental health symptoms too; it's tough getting to know yourself while dealing with stress, life, and school. You are not alone!
Maybe motherhood, pregnancy, relationship stress, intrusive thoughts, or a major life transition has left you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode.
Therapy with me feels like a conversation with someone who truly gets it. I specialize in anxiety, intrusive thoughts, pregnancy and postpartum mental health, and major life transitions. I balance warmth, humor, and practical support while creating a space where you can feel safe, understood, and challenged toward meaningful change.
Maybe motherhood, pregnancy, relationship stress, intrusive thoughts, or a major life transition has left you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode.
Therapy with me feels like a conversation with someone who truly gets it. I specialize in anxiety, intrusive thoughts, pregnancy and postpartum mental health, and major life transitions. I balance warmth, humor, and practical support while creating a space where you can feel safe, understood, and challenged toward meaningful change.
Life can feel especially heavy when you’re facing infertility, navigating pregnancy or postpartum challenges, or living with anxiety, depression, or OCD.
I am certified in the treatment of perinatal mood disorders through Postpartum Support International and trained in mental health treatment for those experiencing infertility through the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. I am trained in I-CBT and ERP/EXRP, and EMDR.
Life can feel especially heavy when you’re facing infertility, navigating pregnancy or postpartum challenges, or living with anxiety, depression, or OCD.
I am certified in the treatment of perinatal mood disorders through Postpartum Support International and trained in mental health treatment for those experiencing infertility through the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. I am trained in I-CBT and ERP/EXRP, and EMDR.
I’m a relational therapist who works with young children, parents, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, and relationship challenges. I believe healing happens in the context of safe, supportive relationships, and I aim to create a space where you feel understood, accepted, and able to show up honestly.
Together, we’ll make sense of your experiences, build insight, and strengthen your ability to respond to challenges with more clarity and confidence—at a pace that feels manageable.
I’m a relational therapist who works with young children, parents, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, and relationship challenges. I believe healing happens in the context of safe, supportive relationships, and I aim to create a space where you feel understood, accepted, and able to show up honestly.
Together, we’ll make sense of your experiences, build insight, and strengthen your ability to respond to challenges with more clarity and confidence—at a pace that feels manageable.
My name is Lisa Warner. I have had the wonderful pleasure of working with a community mental health clinic in Washington County for the past 10 years. Through my experience at Canvas Health, I have had the opportunity to work with many community health providers, local school districts, medical providers and others in the East Metro. I am a fantastic collaborator and team player. I will work hard to do what is in your child and families best interest. I feel honored to do the work that I do and look forward to meeting you and your family.
My name is Lisa Warner. I have had the wonderful pleasure of working with a community mental health clinic in Washington County for the past 10 years. Through my experience at Canvas Health, I have had the opportunity to work with many community health providers, local school districts, medical providers and others in the East Metro. I am a fantastic collaborator and team player. I will work hard to do what is in your child and families best interest. I feel honored to do the work that I do and look forward to meeting you and your family.
You’ve probably spent a long time trying to explain it—to teachers, doctors, partners, or even just to yourself. Why your brain works differently. Why things that seem easy for others feel overwhelming or exhausting for you. Or maybe you’re a parent watching your child struggle, knowing something isn’t clicking, and not getting the answers you need. I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and families—ADHD, autism, and those who have always felt “different” but couldn’t quite explain why. Many of the people I work with also carry trauma, or the impact of trying to fit into systems that were never designed for them.
You’ve probably spent a long time trying to explain it—to teachers, doctors, partners, or even just to yourself. Why your brain works differently. Why things that seem easy for others feel overwhelming or exhausting for you. Or maybe you’re a parent watching your child struggle, knowing something isn’t clicking, and not getting the answers you need. I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and families—ADHD, autism, and those who have always felt “different” but couldn’t quite explain why. Many of the people I work with also carry trauma, or the impact of trying to fit into systems that were never designed for them.
Something feels off — but you can't quite put it into words. Maybe it's a heaviness you carry into every room, a pattern you keep repeating, or a sense of being disconnected from yourself or the people around you. You've tried to think your way through it or talk your way through it, but nothing is actually changing. I work with adults who feel stuck in exactly that place — overwhelmed, shut down, or emotionally tangled — and need a way into their experience that doesn't rely on forcing words.
Something feels off — but you can't quite put it into words. Maybe it's a heaviness you carry into every room, a pattern you keep repeating, or a sense of being disconnected from yourself or the people around you. You've tried to think your way through it or talk your way through it, but nothing is actually changing. I work with adults who feel stuck in exactly that place — overwhelmed, shut down, or emotionally tangled — and need a way into their experience that doesn't rely on forcing words.
My areas of focus include perinatal mood disorders, adoption, anxiety, grief, depression, OCD, relationship dynamics, and parenting.
I offer a welcoming and supportive space where adults and couples can feel safe to share their stories and navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in genuine connection, meeting clients with curiosity and compassion as we explore emotions together and discover coping strategies that feel authentic and empowering. I draw from an integrative style, blending practical cognitive‑behavioral tools with parts work to honor the many layers of each person’s experience. My hope is to help clients build resilience and move toward healing with a greater sense of self‑understanding.
My areas of focus include perinatal mood disorders, adoption, anxiety, grief, depression, OCD, relationship dynamics, and parenting.
I offer a welcoming and supportive space where adults and couples can feel safe to share their stories and navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in genuine connection, meeting clients with curiosity and compassion as we explore emotions together and discover coping strategies that feel authentic and empowering. I draw from an integrative style, blending practical cognitive‑behavioral tools with parts work to honor the many layers of each person’s experience. My hope is to help clients build resilience and move toward healing with a greater sense of self‑understanding.
I specialize in working with the LGBT+ community, people who identify as neurodivergent, those with trauma and relationship issues (queer, ENM, Kink etc. I don't work with CIS, straight couples). I have a passion for supporting trans identifying clients as they advocate for their needs within the medical system, supporting clients navigating open relationships, and supporting parents who are navigating the needs of their neurodivergent children. I practice from a sex positive, health at every size, harm reduction lens. I ask my clients to show up as their authentic self and my clients can expect the same from me.
I specialize in working with the LGBT+ community, people who identify as neurodivergent, those with trauma and relationship issues (queer, ENM, Kink etc. I don't work with CIS, straight couples). I have a passion for supporting trans identifying clients as they advocate for their needs within the medical system, supporting clients navigating open relationships, and supporting parents who are navigating the needs of their neurodivergent children. I practice from a sex positive, health at every size, harm reduction lens. I ask my clients to show up as their authentic self and my clients can expect the same from me.
I'm a marriage and family therapist (out-of-network, private-pay) and enjoy working with families, couples, individuals, children, teens, and adults across the lifespan. I'm dedicated to helping my clients find, develop, and care for the hidden, underdeveloped, and wounded parts of themselves so they can live authentic lives rather than existing in the shadows. We discover ways to bring their lives into alignment with who they really are and strengthen their most meaningful relationships. I develop trusting relationships with my clients and seek to understand and respect people within their family, community, and cultural contexts.
I'm a marriage and family therapist (out-of-network, private-pay) and enjoy working with families, couples, individuals, children, teens, and adults across the lifespan. I'm dedicated to helping my clients find, develop, and care for the hidden, underdeveloped, and wounded parts of themselves so they can live authentic lives rather than existing in the shadows. We discover ways to bring their lives into alignment with who they really are and strengthen their most meaningful relationships. I develop trusting relationships with my clients and seek to understand and respect people within their family, community, and cultural contexts.
Do your child's behaviors and emotions impact you and your family on the daily? Do they impact your child's sense of self, relationships with other adults and peers? How about their school life? Do you find yourself stressed, confused, or hopeless as how to help them? It's so hard to watch our children struggle. Possible sources of stress that may be impacting your child's behavior: parental/family conflict, death of a pet, move of residence(s), school bullying, abuse/neglect, medical trauma, divorce, or separation to name a few. If any of this resonates, your child may qualify and benefit from play-based therapy.
Do your child's behaviors and emotions impact you and your family on the daily? Do they impact your child's sense of self, relationships with other adults and peers? How about their school life? Do you find yourself stressed, confused, or hopeless as how to help them? It's so hard to watch our children struggle. Possible sources of stress that may be impacting your child's behavior: parental/family conflict, death of a pet, move of residence(s), school bullying, abuse/neglect, medical trauma, divorce, or separation to name a few. If any of this resonates, your child may qualify and benefit from play-based therapy.
Let's be honest, ChatGPT says this about me, "you're a builder at heart — weaving together care, business, and community. You see the broken systems, but you design practical, hopeful structures so people, families, and providers can thrive. But mostly, you're someone who got tired of the systemic dysfunction and decided to do something about it. But, you realize the only way to make change is to blend care and courage, so others feel safe enough to grow and strong enough to contribute.
I am married and have 4 children. I also believe that we are all worthwhile and valuable individuals that have something valuable to offer others.
Let's be honest, ChatGPT says this about me, "you're a builder at heart — weaving together care, business, and community. You see the broken systems, but you design practical, hopeful structures so people, families, and providers can thrive. But mostly, you're someone who got tired of the systemic dysfunction and decided to do something about it. But, you realize the only way to make change is to blend care and courage, so others feel safe enough to grow and strong enough to contribute.
I am married and have 4 children. I also believe that we are all worthwhile and valuable individuals that have something valuable to offer others.
Hi I'm Laura! My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. I like to balance acceptance and change, as well as present and past issues in therapy sessions. I utilize a variety of evidence-based techniques (cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, accelerated resolution therapy) to help my clients achieve their goals. I enjoy working with individual adults and teens aged 13+.
Hi I'm Laura! My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. I like to balance acceptance and change, as well as present and past issues in therapy sessions. I utilize a variety of evidence-based techniques (cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, accelerated resolution therapy) to help my clients achieve their goals. I enjoy working with individual adults and teens aged 13+.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, grief and loss, relationship issues or do you just want to better understand yourself? I enjoy working with men, women, young adults, teens, families and couples. I also have experience in working with, families with addiction issues, health care professionals and understand the struggles of needing support to address issues that come with being in a caretaker role. I believe everyone has a unique story with unique experiences that make us who we are today. However, some of us have experiences that lead to unwanted emotions including shame, fear and low self-worth.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, grief and loss, relationship issues or do you just want to better understand yourself? I enjoy working with men, women, young adults, teens, families and couples. I also have experience in working with, families with addiction issues, health care professionals and understand the struggles of needing support to address issues that come with being in a caretaker role. I believe everyone has a unique story with unique experiences that make us who we are today. However, some of us have experiences that lead to unwanted emotions including shame, fear and low self-worth.
My approach is client-centered and rooted in the belief that the client knows themselves best; this approach is based on Adlerian teachings and the idea of holism. I look at all aspects of them as a person and not just the presenting problem. I like to help clients gain the skills to navigate through their struggles. While I understand the purpose and need for goals, I am more of a solution-based clinician. I believe in fostering the client’s strength to achieve what they want out of therapy. I try to accomplish all of this through a sense of humor, directness, and a dash of approachability.
My approach is client-centered and rooted in the belief that the client knows themselves best; this approach is based on Adlerian teachings and the idea of holism. I look at all aspects of them as a person and not just the presenting problem. I like to help clients gain the skills to navigate through their struggles. While I understand the purpose and need for goals, I am more of a solution-based clinician. I believe in fostering the client’s strength to achieve what they want out of therapy. I try to accomplish all of this through a sense of humor, directness, and a dash of approachability.
My specialty is with people experiencing a chronic illness or health condition. I also enjoy helping individuals with anxiety and stress, boundaries and communication with family, and significant life stressors. I also work with couples on communication, conflict and life transitions, such as parenthood or with a medical diagnosis in the family. I am also a Certified Diabetes Educator, and have a special interest in providing mental health services to people living with or caring for someone with diabetes.
My specialty is with people experiencing a chronic illness or health condition. I also enjoy helping individuals with anxiety and stress, boundaries and communication with family, and significant life stressors. I also work with couples on communication, conflict and life transitions, such as parenthood or with a medical diagnosis in the family. I am also a Certified Diabetes Educator, and have a special interest in providing mental health services to people living with or caring for someone with diabetes.
I provide a supportive and encouraging environment where you are free to express frustrations, concerns, and fears you may be experiencing. I firmly believe that people should be accepted and supported for who they are regardless of what they may currently be experiencing.Through such encouragement clients have felt able to face their challenges head on and succeed. I view the therapeutic process as highly collaborative between client and therapist. I often encourage clients to set goals that we can work on together. After all, this journey is about you and I am along to guide you on your way.
I provide a supportive and encouraging environment where you are free to express frustrations, concerns, and fears you may be experiencing. I firmly believe that people should be accepted and supported for who they are regardless of what they may currently be experiencing.Through such encouragement clients have felt able to face their challenges head on and succeed. I view the therapeutic process as highly collaborative between client and therapist. I often encourage clients to set goals that we can work on together. After all, this journey is about you and I am along to guide you on your way.
I am a human first and a therapist second, which means I will meet you where you are at and I will not judge you for the things you might be judging yourself for. I'm not afraid to use humor and have a passion for helping build stronger connections in your relationships, including the relationship you have with yourself. I offer an encouraging, warm, and collaborative approach to healing and welcome couples, families, adolescents, and adults.
I am a human first and a therapist second, which means I will meet you where you are at and I will not judge you for the things you might be judging yourself for. I'm not afraid to use humor and have a passion for helping build stronger connections in your relationships, including the relationship you have with yourself. I offer an encouraging, warm, and collaborative approach to healing and welcome couples, families, adolescents, and adults.
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Are you navigating life's intricate challenges, dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, postpartum mood disorders, parenting stress, marital conflict, and the pursuit of balance amid life transitions?
If you are struggling with unraveling anxiety & depression, nurturing postpartum well-being, easing parenting stress, resolving relationship conflicts, cultivating balance in life, guidance through life transitions I invite you to reach out to us today. Together, we can embark on a path towards healing, resilience, and a more fulfilling life.
Are you navigating life's intricate challenges, dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, postpartum mood disorders, parenting stress, marital conflict, and the pursuit of balance amid life transitions?
If you are struggling with unraveling anxiety & depression, nurturing postpartum well-being, easing parenting stress, resolving relationship conflicts, cultivating balance in life, guidance through life transitions I invite you to reach out to us today. Together, we can embark on a path towards healing, resilience, and a more fulfilling life.
One of Jeanette’s passions is working with moms & dads who are struggling with postpartum mood disorder such as Postpartum Anxiety or Postpartum Depression.
Many times in life our story takes an unexpected turn & we struggle with feeling lost, hopeless, anxious, & fearful. We lose track of who we are & where we are going. As a therapist, Jeanette values walking alongside her clients during these moments.
One of Jeanette’s passions is working with moms & dads who are struggling with postpartum mood disorder such as Postpartum Anxiety or Postpartum Depression.
Many times in life our story takes an unexpected turn & we struggle with feeling lost, hopeless, anxious, & fearful. We lose track of who we are & where we are going. As a therapist, Jeanette values walking alongside her clients during these moments.
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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.