Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in 37235
Justine Diener O'Leary
Psychologist, PhD, LP, HSP-P
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37235 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with trauma, OCD and anxiety disorders, and perinatal/postpartum mental health.
I'm so glad you're here! Pursuing therapy is a courageous choice that can feel daunting and uncertain. I hope to demystify the process and encourage feelings of trust, safety, and empowerment. My goal is to help folks gain insight, learn new coping strategies, and increase their self-confidence, self-compassion, and self-advocacy. It is important to me to get to know you, how you see the world, and the ways in which your identities, lived experiences, and environment impact your mental health. I provide individual and group therapy services to individuals ages 15 and up.
I specialize in working with trauma, OCD and anxiety disorders, and perinatal/postpartum mental health.
I'm so glad you're here! Pursuing therapy is a courageous choice that can feel daunting and uncertain. I hope to demystify the process and encourage feelings of trust, safety, and empowerment. My goal is to help folks gain insight, learn new coping strategies, and increase their self-confidence, self-compassion, and self-advocacy. It is important to me to get to know you, how you see the world, and the ways in which your identities, lived experiences, and environment impact your mental health. I provide individual and group therapy services to individuals ages 15 and up.
Christi Polk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37235 (Online Only)
Painful, overwhelming feelings and relationship stress are difficult to navigate alone and that's why I strive to provide a place where you will feel valued, understood, and supported. I’m committed to helping adolescents and adults feel empowered to face the many challenges life offers. I help people that are struggling with relationships, parenting, grief, and transitions. As well as, providing care for those that are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Painful, overwhelming feelings and relationship stress are difficult to navigate alone and that's why I strive to provide a place where you will feel valued, understood, and supported. I’m committed to helping adolescents and adults feel empowered to face the many challenges life offers. I help people that are struggling with relationships, parenting, grief, and transitions. As well as, providing care for those that are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Silver Lake Psychology
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37235
We build relationships that heal. We are a collective of therapists with a diverse range of specialties. We believe that good therapy is compassionate yet challenging. Our experienced therapists are results-oriented and will tailor therapy to your unique needs. We make appointments easy by offering affordable rates and evening appointments.
We build relationships that heal. We are a collective of therapists with a diverse range of specialties. We believe that good therapy is compassionate yet challenging. Our experienced therapists are results-oriented and will tailor therapy to your unique needs. We make appointments easy by offering affordable rates and evening appointments.
Anne McKenzie McEntire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37235
I love to work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, work life balance, codependency, and phase of life stressors. I especially enjoy working with clients who identify as high achieving, perfectionistic, eldest daughters, and medical professionals due to the high potential for burn out. I want to help clients identify their needs and start achieving their goals. I believe in therapy, and its benefits. Let's get you feeling better and living well!
I love to work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, work life balance, codependency, and phase of life stressors. I especially enjoy working with clients who identify as high achieving, perfectionistic, eldest daughters, and medical professionals due to the high potential for burn out. I want to help clients identify their needs and start achieving their goals. I believe in therapy, and its benefits. Let's get you feeling better and living well!
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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.