Online therapy for Postpartum Depression & Anxiety

Perinatal is conception, anytime during the pregnancy and through the first year after birth.

PMADs more than just the baby blues, it includes depression, anxiety, panic disorders, OCD, PTSD, and postpartum psychosis.

It is important to understand that you are ‘postpartum’ no matter the age of your child/children.

The "baby blues" typically occur for about 1-2 weeks after your baby is born and usually go away after that.

It is normal to feel anxious, frustrated, overwhelmed, and irritable.

Perinatal Mood and Anxiety is more than just the “baby blues”. It can include Postpartum Depression and/or Anxiety, Panic Disorder, OCD, Postpartum PTSD and Postpartum Psychosis.

You can have feelings of guilt and shame, have a lack of interest in the baby or difficulty bonding with the baby, constant worry, or even thoughts of wanting to harm your baby

• Sadness

• Guilt

• Anger

• Difficulty concentrating

• Racing thoughts

• Feeling overwhelmed

• Difficulty connecting with your baby

• Feeling inadequate or not a good mom

• Difficulty accepting motherhood

• Scary and unwanted thoughts

• Difficult pregnancy or birth

• Isolation

Here are some ways to help…

• Take time for yourself

• Shower or bath

• Eat something

• Listen to calming music

• Give yourself a break, validate how you're feeling

• Talk to your doctor about medication(s)

• Take deep breaths

• Do small achievable tasks

• Take one day at a time

• Use positive affirmations

• Nap while your baby is napping

• Start therapy

Absolutely! We meet virtually so you don’t have to worry about finding someone to watch your baby. If they need to be with us, that’s perfectly ok. You can still get the support you need, from the comfort of your home. Come as you are, I’m not here to judge you. I’m here to support you.

Absolutely, according to Postpartum Support International nearly 1 in 10 dads get postpartum depression.

In addition to supporting mothers, I also work with fathers who struggle with adjusting to this new phase of life. Maybe you just need support because your partner is struggling. Reach out to me to see if we will be a good fit.

According to Postpartum Support International LGBTQIAP+ parents are at a higher risk of perinatal mood struggles due to a variety of things.

I understand the unique challenges that can come from being a parent and someone who identifies as being LGBTQIAP+, learn more about how I can support you in this new chapter of your life. Schedule your consultation now.

Having a plan for dealing with the various issues associated with giving birth and bringing your baby home is usually an afterthought. This often contributes to stress, isolation, and variety of other emotions.

The Bump has an excellent example of a birth plan.

Baby chick has an excellent example of a postpartum plan.

It’s a common misconception that you can’t have postpartum anxiety and/or depression if it’s not your first child but you can absolutely have these challenges no matter how many children you have. We don’t completely understand why you may get postpartum depression and/or anxiety with one child but not the next but it’s always a possibility. The severity can also vary with each child you have. Schedule a free consultation to see if we are a good fit.