Why Seek Therapy During Pregnancy, Postpartum or New Motherh
There are many reasons therapy can benefit New Moms
If the below sounds like your experience, therapy can help you find relief and reclaim your sense of self.
- Anxiety or panic attacks
- Sadness, hopelessness, or irritability
- Intrusive thoughts or fears about the safety of your baby
- Feelings of guilt or shame for not enjoying every moment
- Struggles with body image or identity changes
- Disconnection from your partner or loved ones
- Difficulty balancing work, life, and parenting
- Overwhelm from the constant comparison trap on social media
- Loss of confidence in your decision-making
How We Can Help
Building Confidence in Motherhood
Through practical strategies and cognitive-behavioral techniques, you’ll feel more capable and secure in your role as a mother. Together, we’ll work on strengthening your sense of self, so you feel more grounded and confident in the choices you’re making as a parent.
Reconnecting with Yourself
In the midst of caring for your baby, it can be easy to lose touch with who you are. Motherhood doesn’t have to mean losing who you are. We’ll explore ways to reconnect with your interests, desires, and personal goals. Therapy offers a space to figure out how to honor your needs alongside the needs of your family.
Authentic Self Care
Forget the Instagram-perfect images of self-care. We help you identify what works for you—whether it’s finding moments of rest, setting boundaries with loved ones, or carving out small but meaningful rituals that nurture your well-being.
Work and Family Life
Juggling work and motherhood can feel like a constant tug-of-war. We offer practical strategies for navigating these roles in a way that feels sustainable, so you can show up for both in a way that resonates with you and your values.
Building an Equal Partnership
A baby can challenge your relationship in new ways. We draw from principles of the Fair Play method to help you and your partner share the load more equally. It’s not about perfection but about finding balance so both of you feel supported and valued in this new chapter.
Making Decisions
Social media and unsolicited advice can make decision-making feel impossible. We help you tune into what’s right for you—without feeling overwhelmed by comparisons or second-guessing yourself.
Managing Stress During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can bring its own unique stressors—from navigating health concerns to adjusting to your changing body. We’ll help you manage this stress in a way that supports your overall well-being. Through mindfulness practices and practical tools, we can reduce the daily worries that sometimes feel all-consuming.
Preparing for Birth
The anticipation of birth can be both exciting and anxiety-inducing. We work with you to mentally and emotionally prepare for the experience, offering tools to manage the uncertainty and unexpected changes that often come with labor. We’ll also help you communicate your needs and boundaries with your medical team, so you feel more in control of your experience.
Processing and Healing from Birth Experiences
Birth doesn’t always go according to plan. Whether you had a traumatic birth or are simply trying to make sense of the emotions that followed, we’re here to support your healing. We help you process the physical and emotional impact, address any lingering feelings of disappointment or fear, and guide you toward finding peace with your birth story.
Breaking Free from Negative Thoughts
Whether it’s getting stuck in doom-scrolling, battling constant worry, or feeling panicked by intrusive thoughts, we help you break the cycle. We help you untangle these thought patterns and introduce coping mechanisms that work for you instead of against you.
Managing Worry
From counting kicks to tracking developmental milestones, worry can become a constant companion during pregnancy and early motherhood. We work on reframing unhelpful thoughts and finding ways to manage those worries before they spiral into anxiety. With evidence-based techniques, we help you understand what’s in your control and let go of what isn’t.
Setting Boundaries
One of the most important skills during pregnancy and new motherhood is setting boundaries with family, work, and even yourself. We'll help you develop tools to advocate for what you need, whether that’s setting limits with family members or negotiating flexibility at work. Together, we will develop strategies to confidently communicate and uphold those boundaries.