Therapy for Postpartum in California

Being a mother changes you in every way. Who you are after having children will never be the same as who you were before. There are very unique needs and pain points during the postpartum time and it's very important for a therapist to have the knowledge and awareness of this.

My specialization of working with mothers takes in consideration how much being a mother impacts you and how becoming a mother can be an amazing opportunity for growth for ourselves. Motherhood is really hard, it can bring up a lot of unresolved things from our past, it highlights our insecurities, it challenges us in so many ways. Motherhood is also beautiful, it is a love like no other, it gives us strength and courage to do hard things, we also shape the future through our children.

By having a therapist that has a lens of seeing you as not just an individual but also as a mother and the impact that has on you, you can have a better understanding of your needs and struggles. As a mother myself, I can understand many of the struggles and challenges that come with motherhood. I also know that your experience of motherhood is unique to you and I want to support you in feeling happy and confident in your own motherhood journey.

No, there are some restrictions and other factors that may make me not a good fit to be your therapist.

Due to licensing regulations I can only provide therapy to anyone that is physically located in California at the time of our sessions. You are located outside of California, you’ll need to find a therapist licensed in the state you’re in.

Also, online therapy is not appropriate for everyone. If you are experiencing severe symptoms such as seeing things or hearing voices that aren’t there, if you feel that you cannot keep yourself safe, or keep others safe from your behaviors, then it is imperative that you get immediate and urgent care. You can contact the National Crisis line at ‘988’ for resources, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room.

What is most important for me is for you to feel heard and understood. A really important aspect of therapy is the relationship between therapist and client. I view myself as like a guide. I will share my understandings and knowledge of things and may make some suggestions. Ultimately you know your life best and it's always up to you on what direction we go in.

My therapy style is a mix of providing support, exploring past experiences to gain insight into current struggles and offering strategies to help you put into action the things you are wanting for yourself.

In my therapy, I use a combination of CBT (Cognitive-Behavior-Therapy), Psychoeducation, and Mindfulness-based practices. I also like to look at the person as a whole- mind, body, and soul. There are so many aspects that go into our mental health that it's important to be open in exploring all different parts of ourselves.

My hope is that at the end of our therapy session you not only feel seen, heard, and understood, but that you also have some direction on what to do to help yourself.

Yes, having some anxiety and worrying about your baby's wellbeing is a normal aspect of parenting. Our brains are "wired" for our survival, including our children's. It's natural to have more worries come up of things that may cause harm for your baby in order to help you be more "prepared."

With that said, this worrying and anxiety can easily become an issue when it starts to interfere with our normal day-to-day lives. Are you finding that you are not able to do basic things (such as go for a walk outside, sleep, leave your baby with your partner or other trusted loved one, etc.) because you are so worried about their safety? Are you consistently troubled with thoughts of yourself, partner or baby dying or having something horrible happen to them/you? These may be signs of Postpartum Anxiety and it's important to get treatment.

Worries and anxiety about the well-being of our baby and family can continue beyond the postpartum time. Many times we attempt to manage our worries by trying to assert control over every aspect of our lives. This can quickly create burn-out within ourselves, cause friction in our relationships and can create difficulties for our children to be more independent.

You don't have to suffer from anxiety in silence. Help is available to you. Therapy is a great place to process your anxiety and learn ways to better cope and manage it.

You don’t need a formal diagnosis to seek support. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected, or just not like yourself since becoming a parent, therapy can help. Postpartum therapy isn’t just for those with Postpartum Depression- it’s for anyone navigating the emotional, mental, and identity shifts that come with this season. You deserve care simply because you’re struggling, not because you’ve “checked all the boxes” for a diagnosis.

Of course! Therapy is a service for you. You know best what is coming up for you in your life. My role is to help you sort through it, develop a better understanding of what may be going on and then to help you make any needed to changes to better help yourself.

Yes, absolutely. You’re welcome to bring your baby to session- whether you need to feed, bounce, or soothe them, we’ll make space for it. I meet you wherever you’re at, and that includes the very real demands of life with a little one.

This is one of the reasons online therapy works so well for postpartum moms- you can access support from the comfort of your home, without worrying about packing a diaper bag, finding childcare, or navigating a drive with a fussy baby. Therapy should feel accessible, not like one more thing on your already full plate.

If you have more questions or want to meet me first, we can schedule a consultation. Consultations are free and are for 15 minutes by phone or video. From there you can decide if you want to move forward to schedule for a therapy session.

If you are ready to schedule right to a therapy session, great! Both options (consultation and therapy session) are available to schedule in the button below.

Once you schedule a consult or session, you will get a confirmation email with the information on how to access the appointment.