Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Ardmore, PA
I specialize in working with couples who are grappling with profound challenges, such as trauma, infidelity, postpartum, or the unique stressors faced by high-achieving couples.
You're probably wondering how you got here. When your relationship started things seemed so good - but arguments, let downs, stress, and maybe just a gradual drifting apart has changed the relationship into something you no longer recognize. You want to feel more connected and confident in your relationship and you need straightforward support in the midst of complicated situation to help you do that. I have worked with hundreds of couples and using research backed message, a direct approach, and a touch of humor I can help you figure out what to do next, together.
I specialize in working with couples who are grappling with profound challenges, such as trauma, infidelity, postpartum, or the unique stressors faced by high-achieving couples.
You're probably wondering how you got here. When your relationship started things seemed so good - but arguments, let downs, stress, and maybe just a gradual drifting apart has changed the relationship into something you no longer recognize. You want to feel more connected and confident in your relationship and you need straightforward support in the midst of complicated situation to help you do that. I have worked with hundreds of couples and using research backed message, a direct approach, and a touch of humor I can help you figure out what to do next, together.
I am licensed in PA and hold additional certification in perinatal mental health.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating; I promise to create a safe and welcoming space for you to work on whatever it is that will bring you closer to the life you want to live.
I am licensed in PA and hold additional certification in perinatal mental health.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating; I promise to create a safe and welcoming space for you to work on whatever it is that will bring you closer to the life you want to live.
I help clients better understand these patterns, reduce anxiety, and build confidence as they navigate major life transitions, including postpartum and parenthood.
Therapy offers both support and practical tools for navigating challenges. Together, we’ll explore new ways to approach challenges with more clarity and ease.
I help clients better understand these patterns, reduce anxiety, and build confidence as they navigate major life transitions, including postpartum and parenthood.
Therapy offers both support and practical tools for navigating challenges. Together, we’ll explore new ways to approach challenges with more clarity and ease.
I have training in trauma, Play Therapy, Postpartum mental health treatment, and Sand Tray Therapy modalities.
I am an art therapist and counselor experienced in working with a variety of concerns, issues, and diagnoses through a client-centered and creative approach. I believe that each person is unique and tailor my approach to their individual needs and goals. I approach art therapy and counseling with empathy and believe that each person has innate strengths that can be fostered in order to lead to growth and self-awareness.
I have training in trauma, Play Therapy, Postpartum mental health treatment, and Sand Tray Therapy modalities.
I am an art therapist and counselor experienced in working with a variety of concerns, issues, and diagnoses through a client-centered and creative approach. I believe that each person is unique and tailor my approach to their individual needs and goals. I approach art therapy and counseling with empathy and believe that each person has innate strengths that can be fostered in order to lead to growth and self-awareness.
My approach involves bringing change about from the inside out. We will work towards understanding how the problems that brought you here developed, what they mean, and the purpose that they serve. This approach goes beyond simply treating symptoms and strives to help you make changes that are deeply-rooted and long-lasting. It has been proven that the therapeutic relationship actually creates healthier connections in your brain. In younger children this deeper type of therapeutic change is often accomplished through therapeutic play. Play is the natural language of children and allows them to express their thoughts and feelings.
My approach involves bringing change about from the inside out. We will work towards understanding how the problems that brought you here developed, what they mean, and the purpose that they serve. This approach goes beyond simply treating symptoms and strives to help you make changes that are deeply-rooted and long-lasting. It has been proven that the therapeutic relationship actually creates healthier connections in your brain. In younger children this deeper type of therapeutic change is often accomplished through therapeutic play. Play is the natural language of children and allows them to express their thoughts and feelings.
More recently, I have received specialty training in perinatal mental health, to work with women struggling with perinatal/ postpartum depression and anxiety.
There are so many different reasons why people can benefit from therapy, and you don't need to be in crisis to seek treatment. When you're emotionally well, you can connect better in relationships, feel better about yourself, and participate more fully in life. It has been so fulfilling to help so many people become more self-aware, discover their full potential, and reach their goals. I have been able to see so many clients benefit from evidence based practices. I'm proud to have received specialized training in treatments that work.
More recently, I have received specialty training in perinatal mental health, to work with women struggling with perinatal/ postpartum depression and anxiety.
There are so many different reasons why people can benefit from therapy, and you don't need to be in crisis to seek treatment. When you're emotionally well, you can connect better in relationships, feel better about yourself, and participate more fully in life. It has been so fulfilling to help so many people become more self-aware, discover their full potential, and reach their goals. I have been able to see so many clients benefit from evidence based practices. I'm proud to have received specialized training in treatments that work.
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I care deeply about supporting parents in the perinatal time period and throughout the parenting journey.
I work with parents to navigate challenges in order to lead more fulfilling lives and so they can show up as calm and connected parents. We might work well together if you are looking for support in handling overwhelming emotions, managing anxiety more effectively, or are learning to take on life's challenges without getting stuck or shutting down.
Current Availability During the Day MON-THURS:
I care deeply about supporting parents in the perinatal time period and throughout the parenting journey.
I work with parents to navigate challenges in order to lead more fulfilling lives and so they can show up as calm and connected parents. We might work well together if you are looking for support in handling overwhelming emotions, managing anxiety more effectively, or are learning to take on life's challenges without getting stuck or shutting down.
Acknowledging that you’re in a space where you need support, either for yourself, your family or your child is an incredible achievement. The pull to go inward during times of stress is strong but seeking outside help shows strength and resiliency. Our emotions often feel complex and can create a trickle down effect causing us to struggle in other areas including relationships, parenting, work, communication patterns and more. I have a passion for working with young adults launching into society, moms navigating the transition into motherhood, and parents/families experiencing behavioral challenges with their children.
Acknowledging that you’re in a space where you need support, either for yourself, your family or your child is an incredible achievement. The pull to go inward during times of stress is strong but seeking outside help shows strength and resiliency. Our emotions often feel complex and can create a trickle down effect causing us to struggle in other areas including relationships, parenting, work, communication patterns and more. I have a passion for working with young adults launching into society, moms navigating the transition into motherhood, and parents/families experiencing behavioral challenges with their children.
Rachael Livingston
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, CCTP-II
1 Endorsed
Ardmore, PA 19003
Other challenges that I support include grief, anxiety, relationship/attachment concerns, life transitions, perinatal concerns, and struggles with self-esteem/identity.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). I also incorporate expressive arts and sensorimotor techniques into the therapy process when appropriate.
Other challenges that I support include grief, anxiety, relationship/attachment concerns, life transitions, perinatal concerns, and struggles with self-esteem/identity.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). I also incorporate expressive arts and sensorimotor techniques into the therapy process when appropriate.
I also have training in mindfulness based stress reduction, and have a particular interest in helping women navigate life transitions, challenges in intimate relationships/dating, and their journey with pregnancy and parenthood.
I see it as an honor and a privilege to work collaboratively with my clients and bear witness to their stories and vulnerabilities’, their strengths and their resiliency. Through our work together, I will challenge you to identify relational patterns and behaviors that no longer serve you in an environment that is safe and supportive.
I also have training in mindfulness based stress reduction, and have a particular interest in helping women navigate life transitions, challenges in intimate relationships/dating, and their journey with pregnancy and parenthood.
I see it as an honor and a privilege to work collaboratively with my clients and bear witness to their stories and vulnerabilities’, their strengths and their resiliency. Through our work together, I will challenge you to identify relational patterns and behaviors that no longer serve you in an environment that is safe and supportive.
Caring for your mental health isn't separate from PCOS treatment — it's an essential part of it. Women with PCOS experience higher rates of anxiety, depression, and disordered eating than the general population. And yet the emotional side of it — the body image spirals, the mood swings, the unrelenting anxiety— rarely makes it into the appointment. At Belong Psychotherapy, I work with women navigating the emotional weight of hormonal and chronic health conditions. PCOS doesn't just affect your body — it affects your relationship with food, your self-esteem, your anxiety levels, your mood, and the way you move through the world.
Caring for your mental health isn't separate from PCOS treatment — it's an essential part of it. Women with PCOS experience higher rates of anxiety, depression, and disordered eating than the general population. And yet the emotional side of it — the body image spirals, the mood swings, the unrelenting anxiety— rarely makes it into the appointment. At Belong Psychotherapy, I work with women navigating the emotional weight of hormonal and chronic health conditions. PCOS doesn't just affect your body — it affects your relationship with food, your self-esteem, your anxiety levels, your mood, and the way you move through the world.
When unexpected changes, relationship difficulties, and new or long-standing challenges feel hard to manage, finding a therapist who is the right fit can be a powerful investment in your well-being. As a therapist, I start from a place of empathy and understanding. I work in partnership with you to create a safe place where you can speak openly, find ways to cope with difficulties, and foster growth. My approach is collaborative - we work together on your goals, whether addressing patterns that no longer serve you, building relationships and improving communication, or finding new ways to build your agency and empowerment.
When unexpected changes, relationship difficulties, and new or long-standing challenges feel hard to manage, finding a therapist who is the right fit can be a powerful investment in your well-being. As a therapist, I start from a place of empathy and understanding. I work in partnership with you to create a safe place where you can speak openly, find ways to cope with difficulties, and foster growth. My approach is collaborative - we work together on your goals, whether addressing patterns that no longer serve you, building relationships and improving communication, or finding new ways to build your agency and empowerment.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by betrayal, stuck in painful conflict, or unsure how to move forward after trust has been broken? Whether you’re navigating an affair, carrying the weight of betrayal trauma, or dealing with constant tension in your relationship or family, you don’t have to sort through it alone. I work with individuals, couples, and families who want clarity, healing, and a path forward that feels grounded and hopeful. My specialties include infidelity recovery, betrayal trauma support, and helping relationships and families break out of long-standing cycles that keep everyone hurting.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by betrayal, stuck in painful conflict, or unsure how to move forward after trust has been broken? Whether you’re navigating an affair, carrying the weight of betrayal trauma, or dealing with constant tension in your relationship or family, you don’t have to sort through it alone. I work with individuals, couples, and families who want clarity, healing, and a path forward that feels grounded and hopeful. My specialties include infidelity recovery, betrayal trauma support, and helping relationships and families break out of long-standing cycles that keep everyone hurting.
Dr. Jessica Avart is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidenced-based strategies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individuals with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Dr. Avart also specializes in parenting behaviors, helping parents to develop and maintain effective strategies and boundaries within their family dynamics.
With over a decade of experience, Dr. Avart has established herself as a compassionate and skilled professional in the field of mental health across a wide range of clients, including children, families, and adults.
Dr. Jessica Avart is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidenced-based strategies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individuals with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Dr. Avart also specializes in parenting behaviors, helping parents to develop and maintain effective strategies and boundaries within their family dynamics.
With over a decade of experience, Dr. Avart has established herself as a compassionate and skilled professional in the field of mental health across a wide range of clients, including children, families, and adults.
Hi, my name is Emily, and I am a LCSW at Calm Mind Therapy. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, and have experience providing counseling services in the school environment. I am also an EMDR trained therapist and specialize in working with individuals impacted by trauma. I am committed to providing a safe and affirming space for my clients to process, problem-solve, heal, and grow. My goal is to form a supportive and trusting relationship with each client, where they feel empowered to share their deepest struggles. I consider it an honor to walk alongside my clients during difficult seasons.
Hi, my name is Emily, and I am a LCSW at Calm Mind Therapy. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, and have experience providing counseling services in the school environment. I am also an EMDR trained therapist and specialize in working with individuals impacted by trauma. I am committed to providing a safe and affirming space for my clients to process, problem-solve, heal, and grow. My goal is to form a supportive and trusting relationship with each client, where they feel empowered to share their deepest struggles. I consider it an honor to walk alongside my clients during difficult seasons.
Therese Daniels, MA, LPC (PC006601), is a licensed professional counselor dedicated to helping children, teens, and adults navigate life’s challenges. At Roots to Branches Soul Studio in Ardmore, PA, she provides compassionate therapy for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Serving the Main Line—including Bryn Mawr, Narberth, Wayne, Haverford, and surrounding areas—as well as the Greater Philadelphia region, Therese combines professional expertise with a warm, collaborative approach to support clients in finding balance, growth, and self-understanding.
Therese Daniels, MA, LPC (PC006601), is a licensed professional counselor dedicated to helping children, teens, and adults navigate life’s challenges. At Roots to Branches Soul Studio in Ardmore, PA, she provides compassionate therapy for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Serving the Main Line—including Bryn Mawr, Narberth, Wayne, Haverford, and surrounding areas—as well as the Greater Philadelphia region, Therese combines professional expertise with a warm, collaborative approach to support clients in finding balance, growth, and self-understanding.
Dr. Raquel Emdur is licensed clinical psychologist, board certified music therapist and licensed professional counselor with training in integrative psychology, humanistic/existential, cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approaches. We can explore your dreams together. I offer EMDR and MARI-Mandala therapeutic assessments. My colleagues and I offer therapy both in our Ardmore office as well as virtually and are pleased to work with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Raquel Emdur is licensed clinical psychologist, board certified music therapist and licensed professional counselor with training in integrative psychology, humanistic/existential, cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approaches. We can explore your dreams together. I offer EMDR and MARI-Mandala therapeutic assessments. My colleagues and I offer therapy both in our Ardmore office as well as virtually and are pleased to work with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds.
I offer relationship therapy for couples, families, individuals, and children. People often come to me when they feel stuck, are struggling in their relationships, or are concerned about their child’s mood or behavior. I believe that while each person and family brings different values and experiences, learning to talk openly about hard things can lead to greater understanding and connection. This way of communicating helps people grow together through life’s challenges and transitions.
I offer relationship therapy for couples, families, individuals, and children. People often come to me when they feel stuck, are struggling in their relationships, or are concerned about their child’s mood or behavior. I believe that while each person and family brings different values and experiences, learning to talk openly about hard things can lead to greater understanding and connection. This way of communicating helps people grow together through life’s challenges and transitions.
Sometimes people get stuck in patterns that make life feel unsatisfying and empty. Are you feeling sad, angry, worried, or struggling with life balance in general? Perhaps you are struggling with processing current events in our world, relationship issues, parenting issues, or have a painful past event that you can't seem to let go. Therapy allows you the space to understand how your past and present thoughts and experiences create the unhealthy patterns that become ingrained.
Sometimes people get stuck in patterns that make life feel unsatisfying and empty. Are you feeling sad, angry, worried, or struggling with life balance in general? Perhaps you are struggling with processing current events in our world, relationship issues, parenting issues, or have a painful past event that you can't seem to let go. Therapy allows you the space to understand how your past and present thoughts and experiences create the unhealthy patterns that become ingrained.
Feel out of control or stuck in your life? Can't stop worrying? Carrying heavy sadness? We can help. The Z Group specializes in the treatment of adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and complex relationship issues. These difficulties, along with life's everyday stressors, can greatly impact your ability to enjoy life, connect with loved ones. Through therapy you will learn behavior strategies and emotional coping skills needed to achieve your goals, helping you to live a more fulfilled life.
Update: Our therapists are now able to see patients nationwide. (some state exclusions apply.)
Feel out of control or stuck in your life? Can't stop worrying? Carrying heavy sadness? We can help. The Z Group specializes in the treatment of adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and complex relationship issues. These difficulties, along with life's everyday stressors, can greatly impact your ability to enjoy life, connect with loved ones. Through therapy you will learn behavior strategies and emotional coping skills needed to achieve your goals, helping you to live a more fulfilled life.
Update: Our therapists are now able to see patients nationwide. (some state exclusions apply.)
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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.