Perinatal and Postpartum Therapy

“When we feel felt, we are not alone. What is shareable becomes bearable”
– Daniel Seigel 

The perinatal period (the time spanning from pre-conception to one year after the child’s birth; including postnatal/post partum) is a unique time in life that can be both full of joys and significant emotional and psychological challenges. Therapy during this time period can support clients who are navigating challenges such as: 

– Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (such as prenatal or postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and more)
– Traumatic Birth Experiences
– Infertility
– Postpartum Adjustment 
– Perinatal Loss and Grief 
– Maternal Self Identity and Self Care 
– Building Support Systems
– Coping Skills and Emotional Resiliency 
– Body Positivity 
–  Parent Guilt and Shame
– Communication Skill building; handling Interpersonal Disputes
– Lifespan Integration and Birth Timeline
– Couple counseling during the perinatal period
– Group Postpartum Support
– Collaborative work with providers  

As a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Counselor (PMH-C) and active member of both Postpartum Support International and Perinatal Support WA,  I am well trained to provide informed support, directive advocacy, and non-judgmental understanding. Visit the Perinatal Resource Page to see support resources, or click the scheduling link to either schedule a free consultation or a full session.