Pregnancy and Postpartum

Besides having two children myself, I have had professional training from Postpartum Support International - the leading organization in advocating for parents in the perinatal period. Pregnancy and welcoming a new baby are supposed to be joyful times, but unforeseen complications can derail this happy time and turn it into a time of stress and anxiety instead. It does get better! And you can find the support you need as you navigate this big transition - I would love to be part of your team!

I was in active practice as a labor and delivery nurse for 20 years, from 2000 to 2020. This experience along with my training in clinical psychology has allowed me to understand challenges within the peripartum period from a unique perspective. I can assist with mood disorders, pregnancy loss/grief, infertility, and birth trauma, and I am an advocate for women's healthcare across the board.

I have advanced post-graduate training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders through Postpartum Support International (PSI). I am honored to walk alongside my clients on their journeys through pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood.

Postpartum Support International training

Becoming a mother is the most difficult and complicated adjustment you will ever experience. Your body and life will never be the same. From the moment you share the news of your pregnancy, anyone and everyone seems to have an opinion, and it feels like you're wearing a t-shirt that says, "Please Advise Me On Caring For My Offspring." Don't try to get through this time alone. Let's talk about creating a plan to make sure you stay mentally healthy even on very little sleep.

My interest in the field of perinatal mental health began in 2021 after my son was born. I began training in perinatal mood disorders in 2022 through Postpartum Support International. I became certified in 2023. I have worked with clients through preconception, pregnancy, postpartum and beyond.

Becoming a mother is a huge, complicated life transition that can rock every fiber of a person’s being. Compassionate and knowledgable support is available for you wherever you are in your motherhood journey. If you are currently pregnant, postpartum, or have been a parent for awhile, we can navigate the challenges of your parenthood journey together. I have specialized training in Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International.

As a perinatal therapist, I support parents during pregnancy and postpartum who are struggling with depression, anxiety or trauma.

We cannot rush through this transition into parenthood and our society certainly doesn’t help. There are many losses and gains when becoming a parent. We will acknowledge and explore them with grounding and acceptance. You will learn real self-care by asserting your needs and setting healthy boundaries.

This time in our lives gives us a lot of "shoulds". You "should" be nothing but happy. You "should" only feel grateful. You "should" not feel sad, or alone, or scared. This puts so much pressure on new moms, moms-to-be, or those struggling. Yet, it can be normal not to feel these "shoulds". There's nothing wrong with you- this can be a hard time, and sometimes our hormones feel like they're in control. Let's work together to make you feel whole again.

Becoming a new parent is exhausting! Many times between lack of sleep, stress and changes in your body chemistry it can cause an increase in anxiety and depression.

I have worked with women and families experiencing peripartum (during and after pregnancy) mood changes for several years through group and individual work. I supervise other clinicians working with women/families in their peripartum journey. There are countless expectations a new parent puts on themself, often causing significant distress. I aim to provide a safe space to heal, explore, and navigate this stage of life. Whether your first child or you already have children. You are not alone.

I specialize in supporting individuals navigating the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum experiences, drawing on my expertise as a doula. With a focus on the emotional and physical complexities that can arise, I provide a compassionate space for processing feelings related to pregnancy loss, birth trauma, and the transition into parenthood. My goal is to help clients develop coping strategies, enhance self-care practices, and foster a sense of empowerment during this transformative time.

I provide compassionate, knowledgeable support through the perinatal journey. I offer a safe place to explore your experience of pregnancy, birth and the transition to parenthood. Additionally, I offer specialized support for perinatal mood/anxiety disorders, birth trauma, NICU parents and couples struggling with the transition to parenthood.

Pregnancy and Postpartum life can be HARD. Because it's so challenging, women often experience Postpartum Depression, and lesser discussed Postpartum Anxiety. I'm here to help you navigate life with your new little one, tackle your new role as a parent, and keep connected with your partner.

I specialize in supporting individuals during the transformative and often challenging phases of pregnancy and postpartum. Whether you’re navigating perinatal anxiety, depression, or the overwhelming changes that accompany parenthood, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to help you adjust, heal, and regain a sense of balance. Together, we can work toward building emotional resilience and confidence as you embrace this new chapter.

You’ve got a little one now. Congratulations! This new season of life is full of complex feelings of joy, fear and loss. Perhaps, life post partum just isn’t what you thought it would be. Maybe your past childhood trauma (that you worked so hard on in therapy) has popped back up again in light of now being a parent yourself. Having a space to be honest about these feelings and experiences can help you be the parent you want to be.

Becoming a mother might be one of the most hardest but transformative experiences of our lives. Nothing can really prepare you for all the changes that you experience, the challenges that arise but the immense love you have for your child. There are moments of pure joy, but also ones that test every part of your being. There are moments of, I can’t do this anymore. Am I the only feeling this? Why don’t I feel the same anymore. Know, Mama, you are not alone.