Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Crandall, TX
Kimberley B Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crandall, TX 75114
Waitlist for new clients
I am committed to helping people. I have a passion for supervision. I believe that supervision helped me to become a confident clinician and I feel empowered to help others find their clinical voice as well. I also have a passion for people dealing with chronic illness. People who deal with health issues on a daily basis need someone to talk to as they navigate the struggles of getting well. As a parent of four children I understand that parenting can be difficult and at times frustrating. I want to help parents find the joys in raising children and help them feel successful as caregivers. I am kind, compassionate, and honest.
I am committed to helping people. I have a passion for supervision. I believe that supervision helped me to become a confident clinician and I feel empowered to help others find their clinical voice as well. I also have a passion for people dealing with chronic illness. People who deal with health issues on a daily basis need someone to talk to as they navigate the struggles of getting well. As a parent of four children I understand that parenting can be difficult and at times frustrating. I want to help parents find the joys in raising children and help them feel successful as caregivers. I am kind, compassionate, and honest.
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Chelsea Wooley
Psychologist, PhD, LP, PSYPACT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist practicing for 10 years and the owner of Hope Reimagined Psychological Services. I specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, and family-of-origin issues. I have a particular passion working with women struggling with fertility and postpartum moms. I believe therapy is most effective when there is genuine trust, connection, and collaboration.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist practicing for 10 years and the owner of Hope Reimagined Psychological Services. I specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, and family-of-origin issues. I have a particular passion working with women struggling with fertility and postpartum moms. I believe therapy is most effective when there is genuine trust, connection, and collaboration.
Kristiane Webb
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas with six years of experience working with individuals both in clinical and in academic settings. I am so very passionate about all aspects of counseling and I immensely enjoy working with clients in order to empower them to grow and flourish. I practice from a person-centered counseling framework, and I enjoy implementing cognitive behavior therapy, as well as solution-focused techniques in counseling sessions. I feel that my counseling style is warm and interactive with an emphasis on compassion.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas with six years of experience working with individuals both in clinical and in academic settings. I am so very passionate about all aspects of counseling and I immensely enjoy working with clients in order to empower them to grow and flourish. I practice from a person-centered counseling framework, and I enjoy implementing cognitive behavior therapy, as well as solution-focused techniques in counseling sessions. I feel that my counseling style is warm and interactive with an emphasis on compassion.
Growth Counseling Center, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTSI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You try to stop...stop the worrying, stop the thoughts, stop the behavior, stop the tears. But it's so hard. And it's effecting your quality of life. It's time. This is your time to work through what is stopping you from living a fulfilling life. Using the best approach tailored to you, we will work through past issues that may be impeding your life while at the same time giving you the skills to live a fuller life today.
You try to stop...stop the worrying, stop the thoughts, stop the behavior, stop the tears. But it's so hard. And it's effecting your quality of life. It's time. This is your time to work through what is stopping you from living a fulfilling life. Using the best approach tailored to you, we will work through past issues that may be impeding your life while at the same time giving you the skills to live a fuller life today.
Samantha Allison-Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126 (Online Only)
Allison Evans Counseling & Consulting, PLLC , our mission is to heal, empower, and transform lives through compassionate counseling services. We strive to empower individuals to reach their full potential and make positive changes in their lives. My name is Samantha Allison- Evans and I am the owner of Allison Evans Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. I am a licensed mental health therapist .Our ultimate goal is to help clients achieve personal growth, overcome challenges, and find lasting happiness and fulfillment.irstly, our mission statement emphasizes our business's commitment to healing, empowering, and transforming lives.
Allison Evans Counseling & Consulting, PLLC , our mission is to heal, empower, and transform lives through compassionate counseling services. We strive to empower individuals to reach their full potential and make positive changes in their lives. My name is Samantha Allison- Evans and I am the owner of Allison Evans Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. I am a licensed mental health therapist .Our ultimate goal is to help clients achieve personal growth, overcome challenges, and find lasting happiness and fulfillment.irstly, our mission statement emphasizes our business's commitment to healing, empowering, and transforming lives.
Online Therapists
Kimberly Sagers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMHC
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75034
— As someone who specializes in the experiences that hold you back from feeling like you– depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, pregnancy/postpartum, and women's issues– nothing brings me greater joy than watching you thrive again.
— Did you know there is a formula to these profiles? I’m supposed to try to “hook” you in. The problem is, the clients I love to work with hate that kind of gimmick. If you’re like my clients, you don’t want to be sold to– you crave genuine connection. You want to be truly seen. That’s what I offer: a place where you don’t have to pretend to be perfect anymore, a therapeutic relationship where you are prioritized, and the feeling of finally being able to breathe again. No matter where you are in life, it's never too late to live wholeheartedly. If you're feeling nervous but excited to start your healing, let's do this together.
— As someone who specializes in the experiences that hold you back from feeling like you– depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, pregnancy/postpartum, and women's issues– nothing brings me greater joy than watching you thrive again.
— Did you know there is a formula to these profiles? I’m supposed to try to “hook” you in. The problem is, the clients I love to work with hate that kind of gimmick. If you’re like my clients, you don’t want to be sold to– you crave genuine connection. You want to be truly seen. That’s what I offer: a place where you don’t have to pretend to be perfect anymore, a therapeutic relationship where you are prioritized, and the feeling of finally being able to breathe again. No matter where you are in life, it's never too late to live wholeheartedly. If you're feeling nervous but excited to start your healing, let's do this together.
Jennifer Willis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Keller, TX 76248
I'm a certified in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders through Postpartum Support International.
Becoming a new parent can be a challenging time. Sometimes this can include postpartum depression/anxiety, as well as feelings of loneliness, isolation, and even some scary intrusive thoughts. As a certified perinatal mental health counselor, I am here to help you navigate this new time in your life. I also work with couples struggling with infertility and miscarriage as well. If you feel overwhelmed with sadness, worry, or struggling with feeling connected to your new baby, I would be honored to help. I welcome all families, and hope that you will feel safe and respected as we work together.
I'm a certified in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders through Postpartum Support International.
Becoming a new parent can be a challenging time. Sometimes this can include postpartum depression/anxiety, as well as feelings of loneliness, isolation, and even some scary intrusive thoughts. As a certified perinatal mental health counselor, I am here to help you navigate this new time in your life. I also work with couples struggling with infertility and miscarriage as well. If you feel overwhelmed with sadness, worry, or struggling with feeling connected to your new baby, I would be honored to help. I welcome all families, and hope that you will feel safe and respected as we work together.
Lexie Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
I also work with many clients struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and postpartum issues.
My primary job as a therapist is to learn your unique story so that I can understand your views and lived experiences. I believe all behavior makes sense in context, and by working together, we can both gain awarenesses and insights as to why you may be struggling. After uncovering the "why", we will work together to find healing, growth, and more adaptive coping skills. I am a firm believer in the mind-body connection and believe that our lifestyle and environment have a huge impact on our mental health. These beliefs inform my work as a therapist.
I also work with many clients struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and postpartum issues.
My primary job as a therapist is to learn your unique story so that I can understand your views and lived experiences. I believe all behavior makes sense in context, and by working together, we can both gain awarenesses and insights as to why you may be struggling. After uncovering the "why", we will work together to find healing, growth, and more adaptive coping skills. I am a firm believer in the mind-body connection and believe that our lifestyle and environment have a huge impact on our mental health. These beliefs inform my work as a therapist.
Tori Prophet
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75234 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma, and offer 90-180 minute Brainspotting Therapy Intensives to allow for deeper, more meaningful work.
As a mom, you're constantly juggling the high demands of parenting, your career, and your marriage, all of which can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and on edge. You find yourself irritable, snapping at your loved ones, and questioning your ability to manage it all. The pressure to "do it all" - raise your children, excel in your career, maintain your home and relationships, and somehow fit in self-care - can seem unending and impossible. This chronic stress and anxiety not only strain your mental health but can also lead to long-term physical health problems. You're not alone - there's hope and help available.
I specialize in treating postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma, and offer 90-180 minute Brainspotting Therapy Intensives to allow for deeper, more meaningful work.
As a mom, you're constantly juggling the high demands of parenting, your career, and your marriage, all of which can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and on edge. You find yourself irritable, snapping at your loved ones, and questioning your ability to manage it all. The pressure to "do it all" - raise your children, excel in your career, maintain your home and relationships, and somehow fit in self-care - can seem unending and impossible. This chronic stress and anxiety not only strain your mental health but can also lead to long-term physical health problems. You're not alone - there's hope and help available.
Katherine Morrison
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75071 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Katie. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate under the supervision of Katherine Noel Baker, LPC. I specialize in transitions like life changes related to pregnancy, adjustment to early motherhood, challenges associated with long distance moves and the experience of anxiety and overwhelm. During big transitions we may find ourselves questioning our identity and purpose. The transition from familiar to unknown can feel isolating. I want to be here to walk through those hard moments and to listen as you uncover the truths inside you and find your next step forward.
Hi, I’m Katie. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate under the supervision of Katherine Noel Baker, LPC. I specialize in transitions like life changes related to pregnancy, adjustment to early motherhood, challenges associated with long distance moves and the experience of anxiety and overwhelm. During big transitions we may find ourselves questioning our identity and purpose. The transition from familiar to unknown can feel isolating. I want to be here to walk through those hard moments and to listen as you uncover the truths inside you and find your next step forward.
Dr. Lindsey A Seefeldt
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75251
I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, family of origin concerns, women’s concerns, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, LGBTQIA+ identities, romantic relationships and perfectionism.
Currently accepting new patients with day, evening, and weekend availability. Are you currently feeling stuck and overwhelmed with your current life experiences? Do you think you may benefit from a safe, supportive environment to process through some of your thoughts and emotions? Regardless of what you may be up against, I believe that we are all the experts on our own narratives and have the resiliency to navigate our current challenges. With every person I sit down with, I am truly interested in getting to know more about them and how we can work together to reach their goals.
I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, family of origin concerns, women’s concerns, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, LGBTQIA+ identities, romantic relationships and perfectionism.
Currently accepting new patients with day, evening, and weekend availability. Are you currently feeling stuck and overwhelmed with your current life experiences? Do you think you may benefit from a safe, supportive environment to process through some of your thoughts and emotions? Regardless of what you may be up against, I believe that we are all the experts on our own narratives and have the resiliency to navigate our current challenges. With every person I sit down with, I am truly interested in getting to know more about them and how we can work together to reach their goals.
Jen McDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
I specialize in working with Perinatal Mental Health, from pregnancy to postpartum mood and anxiety disorders and addressing any birth trauma.
I have a passion for working with women experiencing hard life events. From singleness to partnership and beginning the process of building a family or experiencing motherhood, I recognize that there are different struggles within each of the seasons. I specialize in perinatal mental health, specifically postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, fertility struggles and/or birth trauma. My hope is to help normalize that motherhood is HARD and you are not alone. I also work with individuals who have experienced traumatic events throughout their lives and are currently struggling with depression and anxiety.
I specialize in working with Perinatal Mental Health, from pregnancy to postpartum mood and anxiety disorders and addressing any birth trauma.
I have a passion for working with women experiencing hard life events. From singleness to partnership and beginning the process of building a family or experiencing motherhood, I recognize that there are different struggles within each of the seasons. I specialize in perinatal mental health, specifically postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, fertility struggles and/or birth trauma. My hope is to help normalize that motherhood is HARD and you are not alone. I also work with individuals who have experienced traumatic events throughout their lives and are currently struggling with depression and anxiety.
Katherine Stanglin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Tyler, TX 75703 (Online Only)
My speciality is in treating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD), pregnancy loss, infertility, birth trauma, difficulty adjusting as new parents, adult diagnosis of ADHD, as well as secondary trauma experienced by partners or care providers (doctors, nurses, midwives, doulas, etc.
Becoming a parent often brings up a wide range of emotions. Sometimes it is the long awaited reward after struggling with infertility, or bearing the grief of miscarriage and loss. Sometimes it is the excitement of adding to a growing family. Sometimes it is the fear of reliving physical, emotional, or mental pain and hardship. Sometimes it is grappling with the societal and cultural expectations of parenting. The experiences that arise for parents during conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting deserve a space for specialized care and attention. This specialized care is what I offer in support of your goals.
My speciality is in treating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD), pregnancy loss, infertility, birth trauma, difficulty adjusting as new parents, adult diagnosis of ADHD, as well as secondary trauma experienced by partners or care providers (doctors, nurses, midwives, doulas, etc.
Becoming a parent often brings up a wide range of emotions. Sometimes it is the long awaited reward after struggling with infertility, or bearing the grief of miscarriage and loss. Sometimes it is the excitement of adding to a growing family. Sometimes it is the fear of reliving physical, emotional, or mental pain and hardship. Sometimes it is grappling with the societal and cultural expectations of parenting. The experiences that arise for parents during conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting deserve a space for specialized care and attention. This specialized care is what I offer in support of your goals.
Kaymarie Henley-Nutt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LBA, BCBA, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76110 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to cope with life's uncertainties? Are you stressed, anxious, or depressed? Are you looking for perinatal support? Do you have intrusive thoughts or obsessions & excessive or ritualized behaviors? Would you like parenting support? Does your adolescent need help learning new behavior & coping skills? Do you want to learn new ways of coping?.
Hello and Welcome! You may have began your search because you are struggling with something in your life or because you want to be proactive in your mental healthcare. People come to therapy for many different reasons. Whatever that reason, I'd like to help you along the way. I provide teletherapy for residents across Texas. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & Behavior Analyst. I am a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional. I also specialize in OCD and anxiety-related disorders. If you can answer yes to any of the following questions, then I would love to speak with you about your goals and if I can help you reach them!
Are you struggling to cope with life's uncertainties? Are you stressed, anxious, or depressed? Are you looking for perinatal support? Do you have intrusive thoughts or obsessions & excessive or ritualized behaviors? Would you like parenting support? Does your adolescent need help learning new behavior & coping skills? Do you want to learn new ways of coping?.
Hello and Welcome! You may have began your search because you are struggling with something in your life or because you want to be proactive in your mental healthcare. People come to therapy for many different reasons. Whatever that reason, I'd like to help you along the way. I provide teletherapy for residents across Texas. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & Behavior Analyst. I am a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional. I also specialize in OCD and anxiety-related disorders. If you can answer yes to any of the following questions, then I would love to speak with you about your goals and if I can help you reach them!
Hilary Yurtin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
I provide treatment for Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Exhaustion, Grief, Guilt, Trauma, Boundaries, Family-Issues, Relationships:(Communication, Trust, Infidelity, Connection, Co-Parenting), Sexual Issues:(Intimacy, Desire, Satisfaction), Self-Esteem, Self-Care, Body-Image, Women's Wellness:(Hormonal issues, Menopause, Fertility, Pregnancy) and Career:(Choosing Careers, Advancing Career, Work-life Balance, etc.
Are you tired of feeling Anxious or Depressed, like you are just Surviving through each day? Are you ready to start feeling like YOURSELF again? Major changes, death, relationship issues, career dissatisfaction, self-esteem issues, old hurts, and normal life events can leave us feeling Depressed, Anxious, Angry, Empty, or even like we have Lost Our Identity. I will tailor the process to fit your individual needs, as we work together to develop healthy coping skills and a plan of action to accomplish your goals for Happiness, Balance, and Satisfaction in your Life and Relationships. Start your Journey. Call Today!!
I provide treatment for Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Exhaustion, Grief, Guilt, Trauma, Boundaries, Family-Issues, Relationships:(Communication, Trust, Infidelity, Connection, Co-Parenting), Sexual Issues:(Intimacy, Desire, Satisfaction), Self-Esteem, Self-Care, Body-Image, Women's Wellness:(Hormonal issues, Menopause, Fertility, Pregnancy) and Career:(Choosing Careers, Advancing Career, Work-life Balance, etc.
Are you tired of feeling Anxious or Depressed, like you are just Surviving through each day? Are you ready to start feeling like YOURSELF again? Major changes, death, relationship issues, career dissatisfaction, self-esteem issues, old hurts, and normal life events can leave us feeling Depressed, Anxious, Angry, Empty, or even like we have Lost Our Identity. I will tailor the process to fit your individual needs, as we work together to develop healthy coping skills and a plan of action to accomplish your goals for Happiness, Balance, and Satisfaction in your Life and Relationships. Start your Journey. Call Today!!
Mallori Thompson Lpcassociate Supervised By Martha Franek-Montanez
LPC Associate, MS
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75229 (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile! Women can experience many challenges in life such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, perinatal issues, trauma, and domestic violence. I have a passion for empathizing, sympathizing and encouraging women to conquer these hardships. We all have the tools we need to heal but I can assist you on how to utilizing those tools to enable your healing journey. I am committed to personalizing each client's treatment plan to fit their individual needs.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile! Women can experience many challenges in life such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, perinatal issues, trauma, and domestic violence. I have a passion for empathizing, sympathizing and encouraging women to conquer these hardships. We all have the tools we need to heal but I can assist you on how to utilizing those tools to enable your healing journey. I am committed to personalizing each client's treatment plan to fit their individual needs.
Leah Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75036
I have extensive experience with clients who experienced childhood and adulthood trauma, sexual abuse, neglect, SRA, depression, anxiety, PTSD, difficulty managing anger, borderline personality disorder, divorce, grief, infant loss, stillbirth, miscarriage and disassociative disorders.
My style of therapy encompasses the idea of motivating through speaking your truth. I reach people with my honest, genuine, and real sense of intuition about challenges they face. My goal for clients is to increase personal awareness of problematic behaviors they want to change and then engage in finding new ways to incorporate change in their lives with struggling with power, control, depression, trauma, relationship problems, loss of identity, stillbirth, grief, and divorce. I completed my PhD through researching and treating emotion avoidance strategies with the population of individuals with PNES.
I have extensive experience with clients who experienced childhood and adulthood trauma, sexual abuse, neglect, SRA, depression, anxiety, PTSD, difficulty managing anger, borderline personality disorder, divorce, grief, infant loss, stillbirth, miscarriage and disassociative disorders.
My style of therapy encompasses the idea of motivating through speaking your truth. I reach people with my honest, genuine, and real sense of intuition about challenges they face. My goal for clients is to increase personal awareness of problematic behaviors they want to change and then engage in finding new ways to incorporate change in their lives with struggling with power, control, depression, trauma, relationship problems, loss of identity, stillbirth, grief, and divorce. I completed my PhD through researching and treating emotion avoidance strategies with the population of individuals with PNES.
Natalee Tennyson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT, PMHC, CTMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aledo, TX 76008 (Online Only)
She is a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C) and works using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while utilizing strategies from Motivational Interviewing and Trust-Based Relational Interventions (TBRI) depending on the client and their needs.
Currently telehealth only in TX, CO, and FL. Natalee works with people struggling with depression, anxiety, poor emotion regulation, poor impulse control, intrusive thoughts, struggling with school, executive functioning, poor boundaries, interpersonal conflict, life transitions into adulthood, and the struggles that come with the different seasons of trying to conceive, pregnancy, and postpartum.
She is a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C) and works using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while utilizing strategies from Motivational Interviewing and Trust-Based Relational Interventions (TBRI) depending on the client and their needs.
Currently telehealth only in TX, CO, and FL. Natalee works with people struggling with depression, anxiety, poor emotion regulation, poor impulse control, intrusive thoughts, struggling with school, executive functioning, poor boundaries, interpersonal conflict, life transitions into adulthood, and the struggles that come with the different seasons of trying to conceive, pregnancy, and postpartum.
Dr. Nikki Stillo
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Addison, TX 75001
An additional emphasis of my practice is dedicated to supporting individuals throughout the pregnancy and postpartum journey.
Have you ever worried you've lost yourself somewhere along the way? Or maybe you've never known what it's like to have a solid sense of who you are. Perhaps a recent change rocked your stability. Birth of a child? Transition at work? A move? Loss of a loved one? You may feel anxious, lonely, or overwhelmed when trying to understand your purpose. In the past, you may have wondered whether there is any hope. Perhaps today is the day you are finally ready to shake the fears and make a change.
An additional emphasis of my practice is dedicated to supporting individuals throughout the pregnancy and postpartum journey.
Have you ever worried you've lost yourself somewhere along the way? Or maybe you've never known what it's like to have a solid sense of who you are. Perhaps a recent change rocked your stability. Birth of a child? Transition at work? A move? Loss of a loved one? You may feel anxious, lonely, or overwhelmed when trying to understand your purpose. In the past, you may have wondered whether there is any hope. Perhaps today is the day you are finally ready to shake the fears and make a change.
Tahlisha Dorsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75275 (Online Only)
Specialty Training: -TF-CBT -EMDR -Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International (PSI).
I have years of experience working with children, adolescents, teens and adults who may struggle with life transitions, trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use/abuse, ADHD, anger management, maternal mental health issues and diagnosis, dual diagnosis and more. My main focus has been working with women addressing Maternal Mental Health. Please feel free to visit our website at www.serenitytherapyservices.com
Specialty Training: -TF-CBT -EMDR -Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International (PSI).
I have years of experience working with children, adolescents, teens and adults who may struggle with life transitions, trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use/abuse, ADHD, anger management, maternal mental health issues and diagnosis, dual diagnosis and more. My main focus has been working with women addressing Maternal Mental Health. Please feel free to visit our website at www.serenitytherapyservices.com
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.