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Amy C Champion Hilmes
Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, IL 62269
Hello, I am the founder of Champion Consulting, LLC and love what I do. Whether you looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're ready to move in a new direction in your life, counseling provides that time and space. Your story, your experience and your collection of struggles are unique to you. I am a firm believer in a collaborative approach wherein the therapist and client work together to navigate the vulnerability and courage needed for change. We look forward to meeting you!
Hello, I am the founder of Champion Consulting, LLC and love what I do. Whether you looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're ready to move in a new direction in your life, counseling provides that time and space. Your story, your experience and your collection of struggles are unique to you. I am a firm believer in a collaborative approach wherein the therapist and client work together to navigate the vulnerability and courage needed for change. We look forward to meeting you!
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Rachel L. Logan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
O Fallon, IL 62269  (Online Only)
Hi there, I am Rachel Logan. Meet Rachel L. Logan, a powerhouse in the field of Inner-Healing and Faith. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, esteemed author, speaker, and founder of Get to the Root Counseling, P. C. Her passion for healing stems from her experiences, shaping her into a compassionate practitioner. Rachel graduated with a Master's degree in Social Work from Saint Louis University in 2011. Before starting a private practice in 2018, she was employed as a school social worker and mental health counselor.
Hi there, I am Rachel Logan. Meet Rachel L. Logan, a powerhouse in the field of Inner-Healing and Faith. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, esteemed author, speaker, and founder of Get to the Root Counseling, P. C. Her passion for healing stems from her experiences, shaping her into a compassionate practitioner. Rachel graduated with a Master's degree in Social Work from Saint Louis University in 2011. Before starting a private practice in 2018, she was employed as a school social worker and mental health counselor.
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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.