Bringing a baby into your family can be a very special and exciting time, but with that also follows a quick tide of life changing experiences. Most medical practitioners you will encounter during this journey will not be capable of providing the time and space needed to process this increasingly emotional, mental, and physical experience. Doctors infrequently or minimally evaluate the extent of your barriers, resources or support systems. That is why having a therapist that is trained in perinatal mental health counseling, can be just as essential to your healthcare team as your OBGYN. No matter where you are at in starting your family it is never too soon to meet with a therapist!
Why is perinatal mental health counseling needed?
- Early detection and treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders pose better health outcomes for mothers, fathers, and babies.
Who are ideal candidates of for perinatal mental health counseling?
- Expecting mothers or fathers
- Postpartum women
- High-risk pregnancies and NICU parents
- Women or couples struggling with fertility issues
- Heterosexual or LGBTQ+ Couples using third party services to conceive (IVF, donors, surrogates, adoption)
- Single parents
- Individuals or couples who are considering starting a family
- Parents grieving perinatal loss or experienced birth trauma
- Individuals with a history of perinatal mood or anxiety disorders or other mental health conditions
What to expect from therapy with Samantha
My goal is to provide a place of hope and support throughout your family’s journey. We will focus on the areas in your life that are contributing to the most challenge or stress and work toward finding helpful solutions or resources. Pregnancy can be an unpredictable time, so having the tools to cope, overcome, and find strength is what we will create.
For more information on perinatal mental health resources, support, and education click here.
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