Perinatal & Postpartum Therapy for Anxiety, Identity Shifts & the Transition Into Parenthood
Trauma informed therapy for new and returning parents navigating pregnancy, postpartum anxiety, and the emotional transition into parenthood.
When Parenthood Feels Harder Than You Expected
Pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood bring profound change—physically, emotionally, and relationally.
You might love your baby deeply and still feel:
Anxious, on edge, or overwhelmed
Disconnected from yourself or who you were before
Guilty for struggling when you “should” feel grateful
Unsure of yourself as a parent
Lonely, even with support around you
Many parents are surprised by how intense this season feels.
Struggling doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong—it means you’re human.
You don’t have to carry this alone.
When Perinatal or Postpartum Therapy May Be Helpful
You may be seeking support if you’re:
Experiencing anxiety or intrusive thoughts during pregnancy or postpartum
Feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or emotionally exhausted
Navigating identity shifts or grief for your pre-parent self
Noticing changes or strain in your relationship after baby
Feeling unsure, self-doubting, or disconnected from yourself
Wanting support that feels grounding, not rushed or judgmental
This season asks a lot. Therapy can help you slow down and feel supported.
How Therapy Can Support You During Pregnancy & Postpartum
Perinatal and postpartum therapy at Heal & Grow offers a steady, compassionate space during a major life transition.
Together, we may focus on:
Emotional Regulation & Anxiety Support
Learning tools to help your nervous system feel calmer and steadier, especially when anxiety or overwhelm feels high.
Identity Shifts & Self Care Without Guilt
Exploring who you are becoming as a parent—without pressure to “do it all” or lose yourself in the process.
Relationships & Support After Baby
Navigating changes in communication, boundaries, and connection with your partner, family, or support system.
This work is collaborative and paced to meet you where you are.
When Deeper Patterns or Past Experiences Surface
For some parents, pregnancy and postpartum can bring up emotions or reactions that feel bigger than the present moment.
This may include:
Old family dynamics
Fears about repeating the past
Birth or medical trauma
Earlier life experiences resurfacing
If and when it feels relevant, trauma informed approaches, including EMDR, can gently support healing at a pace that feels safe.
You don’t need to know what you need yet. We can explore this together.
For parents who want additional support processing birth experiences or ongoing anxiety, perinatal EMDR therapy for birth trauma and anxiety may be a helpful option.
A Supportive, Trauma Informed Approach
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Perinatal Mental Health Certified clinician (PMH-C) with specialized training in pregnancy and postpartum mental health. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in nervous system safety.
You don’t need the “right words” or a clear plan to begin.
This space is designed to meet you where you are.
A Gentle Next Step
A free 15-minute consultation is a low-pressure way to ask questions, share what’s bringing you in, and see if working together feels supportive.