One out of five new mothers will experience a Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMADs). With so many women suffering, why are there still misunderstandings about what perinatal mood and anxiety disorders are? When families don’t know the signs and … Continued
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is an evidence-based therapy model, proven effective in treating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Originally designed to help people with mood disorders, IPT is based on attachment and the power of relationships to help heal. This is … Continued
It’s the end of the day, your child is in bed and you’re ready to finally take a moment to sit down and relax. All of the sudden, “Mommy, I need to go potty.” You remind them that they are … Continued
Play is something that tends to go by the wayside as we get older. Our brains are more focused on work, paying the bills, and practical day-to-day routines. Yet, play is an important part of mental health. It’s not just … Continued
Work has changed. The pandemic has made things harder in the workplace where a lot more is being expected, including longer working hours than may have been typical before the pandemic. This is creating increased workplace overwhelm and anxiety, especially … Continued
As a perinatal mental health therapist who supports pregnant and postpartum moms, I’m finding that mothers are experiencing increased distress such as overwhelm, anxiety, isolation and depression due to limited in-person support because of COVID-19. It’s more important than ever … Continued
Group therapy is a powerful way to connect with others who are in a similar place in their lives as you. There is an energy in a group that is very different than in an individual therapy session. I love … Continued
New moms often start therapy because they are having scary thoughts that they are afraid to admit it to anyone. They are scared that someone will think they don’t love or want to take care of their baby. The truth … Continued
Whew! It’s been a doozy of a year. Am I right?! Self-care seems like an impossible task right now, especially as another layer gets added to the mix…the holidays. So how do mothers stay sane during a holiday season that … Continued
Women with physical disabilities can want, give birth to, and care for children. In fact, the number of women with disabilities who are getting pregnant has been increasing at a rate close to that of women who do not identify … Continued