Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Richfield Spring, NY

Have you walked through life with ongoing and persistent questions that are ruminating in your mind? Do you feel stuck or confused? Do you consistently have symptoms and problems associated with depression, anxiety and sleep? Have you been through traumatic events that have changed your life plans? Have you suffered in turmoil from chronic substance use and compulsions or impulsivity? Are you in existential crisis? Do you fall into the same patterns of behavior over and over again? If any of these things have happened to you you’ve come to the right place.

Struggling with a life change? Motherhood, menopause and peri-menopause, gender-based discrimination or marginalization, or being a woman of a “certain age” in today’s society? If you are dealing with any of these issues, I am happy to partner with you on your journey toward the life you want to curate for yourself. I am experienced helping women with life cycle issues, constant/chronic worrying, overthinking, feeling like you are not good enough in any area of your life, trauma, parenting and co-parenting struggles, prenatal and postpartum challenges, and relationship issues. I specialize in individual counseling for women.

I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral issues, college transitions, family of origin issues, relationships, parenting, self-esteem, social anxiety, social skills, trauma, and women's issues such as pregnancy and postpartum depression and anxiety. I am trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) and Psychological First Aid (PFA) and use various evidence-based practices tailored to your individual needs.

PVMHC has a variety of highly trained clinicians who treat many clients including those with; anxiety, depression, postpartum, trauma, gender dysphoria, learning disabilities, ADHD, & more. We work to build long-term relationships, offer fast/flexible scheduling, and aim to make each session as beneficial as possible for you. Primarily, we work with adolescents and adults who are looking to better understand themselves, manage their emotions/stressors, and find their path to an enjoyable future. We offer a safe virtual space for you to understand your needs, set goals, and incorporate beneficial coping skills into your daily life.

​My name is Lauren Guest O'Brien and I have been working in the counseling field since 2005.  I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor.  I have experience working with individuals of all ages but my current practice is working with adolescents and adults.  I have expertise in a variety of mental health issues; my current passions are working in the areas of Anxiety, Trauma and Grief, Adjustment, Pregnancy/Prenatal, and Postpartum.

Our licensed therapists utilize person-centered, evidence-based, trauma-informed care, specializing in helping people grow and heal from trauma and PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, perinatal issues, grief, parenting, life transitions, relationship challenges, Veteran trauma, mood disorders, and more. We work with adults and children ages 8+, offering in-person therapy in Moreau, NY, which may include office-based therapy, walk-and-talk sessions, and equine assisted psychotherapy. We also offer remote therapy to anyone in NYS. We welcome people of all backgrounds and provide a safe space for LGBTQIA+ individuals.

I am a warm, supportive therapist providing person-centered, goal-focused sessions. Together we create a safe, collaborative space to explore authentic feelings, emphasize strengths, and identify effective strategies to enhance your well-being. There's no one size fits all manual for how to navigate life. We build a toolbox to equip you for yours whether there be a recent event, life transition or persistent stressor.

Are you pregnant and feeling nervous or down? Have you recently had a baby and feel overwhelmed, sad, or anxious? Are you struggling to adjust to becoming a parent? If you are experiencing mood swings, irritability and anger, anxiety from a traumatic birth or NICU experience, sleep disturbances, or worries that harm may come to your baby, I can offer support. Counseling and psychotherapy during pregnancy and the postpartum period are my specialty. Support is also available for fathers and partners.

Are you having trouble showing up as your most authentic self? Are you often worried of being revealed as an imposter? As your therapist, I would like to support you in your journey to wellness. You deserve to heal. You deserve to show up as your most honest and vibrant self in all spheres of your life. I specialize in working with college students, the LGBTQ+ community, couples navigating relationship issues, women and individuals navigating pregnancy and postpartum concerns, and adults processing their trauma histories.

I specialize in treating maternal mental health, young children, and women in various life transitions. I believe that providing a safe and flourishing atmosphere for individuals and families to explore and process through their hopes, fears, and past has the potential to provide immense healing. Early parenthood and life transitions often awaken a myriad of emotions from past experiences and future unknowns. This awakening can shape the way in which we and our children experience and react to the world. It takes a village, and therapy can be an important part of our village.

A primary focus of my practice is working with mothers throughout the span of their parenting journey. This includes fertility and pregnancy issues as well as postpartum concerns and adjustment to being a mother. Other women seek treatment during periods when they struggle with various developmental parenting challenges. Additionally, I treat a wide range of adults and adolescents and have done so in my 25+ years of experience. I bring warmth, compassion and insight to my psychotherapy practice. Clients experience me as flexible, collaborative, active and good humored as we explore thoughts, feelings and dynamic issues.

Elaine does transpersonal and transformational therapy. Clients experience their unique personal transformation through a mind, body, spiritual approach. It's a heart-centered journey to wellness utilizing holistic therapies. Through hypnosis, art therapy, breathwork, Reiki healing, energy medicine, TFT, and the work of Byron Katie the client is brought back to the essence of who he/she really is. We learn to let go of our tedious stories that only serve to keep us suffering and struggling with life. We meet all of our thoughts, feelings, and experiences with love, acceptance and as gifts of opportunity and portals to healing.

Accepting New Clients as of 4/16/24 Life can be tough, with its unpredictable twists and heavy burdens. We all face moments when the weight of our struggles feels overwhelming, leaving us feeling lost, confused, or stuck. During these moments, we need guidance, support, and validation. As an empathetic therapist, I offer a warm and non-judgmental space for you to express your emotions, gain insights into your thoughts and behaviors, and develop healthier coping strategies. Together, we will navigate obstacles, heal emotional wounds, and uncover your inner resilience, to create lasting positive changes.

Every baby deserves a healthy parent, and every parent deserves to feel empowered and supported during pregnancy and postpartum. If you are pregnant or have recently had a baby, this transition may be bringing along feelings of anxiety, sadness, fear, or confusion. Seeking out support is a sign of strength, and can have positive impacts on the health of the individual, the parent-child relationship, and the family as a whole.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, experiencing mood swings, anger, anxiety? Are you struggling with transitions, do you feel disconnected from your emotions and from individuals around you? Have you experienced birth related trauma or having challenges in your relationships? I provide support to individuals, families, couples and groups for mental and emotional health issues such as anxiety, depression, self esteem, life transitions, grief and trauma. I enjoy working with children and adolescents and their families as well as with women experiencing a variety of conditions, including postpartum mood disorders.

I have 15 years of expertise working with adults to address depression, anxiety, relational issues, trauma, healing from abuse, perfectionist/people pleasing, grief, body image, and disordered eating. Additionally, I specialize in supporting individuals through the perinatal stage of life, addressing mental health related to infertility, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, and pregnancy/postpartum life adjustments. As a certified and licensed perinatal mental health therapist, I hope to hold space for your experience and support your healing.

A skilled therapist can help you work through difficulties you may not have been able to overcome on your own. Life is hard; and the very real challenges, setbacks, & obstacles we experience a long the way can stand in the way of happiness. But, I believe that a strong & loving connection to yourself & others can buffer the stress in life. This is where I can help: I am a generalist therapist w/specialties in Sex Therapy, Couples/Marital Therapy, Maternal/Reproductive Mental Health (specializing in perinatal loss & grief), and breast & GYN cancer recovery.

Reaching out for support takes courage, especially when you may be feeling like you have to walk life alone. I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families in our community in many settings for almost a decade. My goal is to provide a safe, understanding, and comfortable environment for you to openly share your experiences as we work together to navigate life's challenges, stressors, and transitions. I take a strengths-based, supportive, and trauma-informed approach tailored to your unique needs.

Birth and motherhood are meant to be addictive. Yet so many of us feel anxious in pregnancy, experience birth trauma and struggle postpartum. In a culture where mothers are not supported, and the system prioritizes "safety" above all, women are often left stuck in survival stress after birth of their child. But please know that healing, love, and joy is available for you. Whether you wish to process and integrate your birth experience, prepare for the transition to the new role, or address your hopes and needs in pregnancy or postpartum, I am here to walk alongside and hold space for you as you navigate the perinatal journey.