Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Newmarket, ON
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Cynthia Marques
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CC-PMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3X
Unfortunately, perinatal mental health difficulties such as postpartum depression and anxiety are common.
Being a mom can be so hard. It feels like you spend so much time and energy taking care of everyone and everything, yet you can never catch up. There’s always more to do, and often it feels like you’re not doing any of it right. There’s no manual for motherhood, so we’re left to muddle through as best as we can. And as if our own expectations, worries, and pressures aren’t enough, there are so many demands placed on us by society that it often just feels impossible. It’s no wonder being a mom can be so challenging.
Unfortunately, perinatal mental health difficulties such as postpartum depression and anxiety are common.
Being a mom can be so hard. It feels like you spend so much time and energy taking care of everyone and everything, yet you can never catch up. There’s always more to do, and often it feels like you’re not doing any of it right. There’s no manual for motherhood, so we’re left to muddle through as best as we can. And as if our own expectations, worries, and pressures aren’t enough, there are so many demands placed on us by society that it often just feels impossible. It’s no wonder being a mom can be so challenging.
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Danielle Marie Djelic
Registered Social Worker, BA, RSW
Verified Verified
Newmarket, ON L3Y (Online Only)
Trauma, Anxiety, Traumatic birth, Miscarriage, Maternal Mental Health, Depression,ADHD, Human Sexuality,Grief ,2SLGTBQIa+,& more.
I am a Registered Social Worker & psychotherapist practicing across Ontario. In my work, I get to help people just like you break free from what is keeping them "stuck" in their lives and start venturing toward their goals. I have a passion for helping people unlock thier potential to become the best version of themselves. Together, we will begin to unpack the events /people in your life that may have been ( or perhaps are currently) blocking you from growth and discovering your true potential. We will discover your personal "triggers", negative thought patterns and use the appropriate therapeutic tools to change and challenge them
Trauma, Anxiety, Traumatic birth, Miscarriage, Maternal Mental Health, Depression,ADHD, Human Sexuality,Grief ,2SLGTBQIa+,& more.
I am a Registered Social Worker & psychotherapist practicing across Ontario. In my work, I get to help people just like you break free from what is keeping them "stuck" in their lives and start venturing toward their goals. I have a passion for helping people unlock thier potential to become the best version of themselves. Together, we will begin to unpack the events /people in your life that may have been ( or perhaps are currently) blocking you from growth and discovering your true potential. We will discover your personal "triggers", negative thought patterns and use the appropriate therapeutic tools to change and challenge them
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Connie Butera
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ, BComm, BAS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3Y
Connie's experience lies on working with individuals struggling with the various perinatal mood disorders.
Connie is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and member of The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). Connie runs a private practice in Holland Landing, Ontario, Canada as well as is part of a Group Practice at Oona of Newmarket. Connie's specific focus is on supporting the family unit as a whole. Her experience lies in working with individuals struggling with various perinatal mood disorders, postpartum stress, anxiety, depression and emotional dysregulation. Connie also has great experience in supporting Autism and neurodiversity; having completed an additional certificate in Autism.
Connie's experience lies on working with individuals struggling with the various perinatal mood disorders.
Connie is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and member of The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). Connie runs a private practice in Holland Landing, Ontario, Canada as well as is part of a Group Practice at Oona of Newmarket. Connie's specific focus is on supporting the family unit as a whole. Her experience lies in working with individuals struggling with various perinatal mood disorders, postpartum stress, anxiety, depression and emotional dysregulation. Connie also has great experience in supporting Autism and neurodiversity; having completed an additional certificate in Autism.
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All stages of the parenting journey come with rewards and challenges. From fertility treatments to becoming a new parent, you might feel like you’re on a rollercoaster of emotions. You didn’t think it would be this hard and you’ve never felt so alone. Family members are stressing you out and you can’t shake the feeling that somehow you’re doing it all ‘wrong’. If you’re struggling with grief, loss, birth trauma, or defining yourself as a parent, counseling can help you start to feel like yourself again. With specialized training in perinatal mental health, I can offer you support wherever you are on your parenting journey.
All stages of the parenting journey come with rewards and challenges. From fertility treatments to becoming a new parent, you might feel like you’re on a rollercoaster of emotions. You didn’t think it would be this hard and you’ve never felt so alone. Family members are stressing you out and you can’t shake the feeling that somehow you’re doing it all ‘wrong’. If you’re struggling with grief, loss, birth trauma, or defining yourself as a parent, counseling can help you start to feel like yourself again. With specialized training in perinatal mental health, I can offer you support wherever you are on your parenting journey.
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I specialize in perinatal concerns, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, acculturation issues, trauma, and PTSD.
Welcome to therapy! Pat yourself on the back for taking a courageous step towards a better you! Therapy is a time and space for you to share your stories and to freely explore your feelings, emotional reactions, thoughts, and behaviors without judgment. It is also an opportunity for you to receive empathetic support and guidance on how to address challenging issues in life. While I believe we are the experts on ourselves, sometimes we need guidance, reflection, and insights from others to propel us, especially when we feel stuck.
I specialize in perinatal concerns, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, acculturation issues, trauma, and PTSD.
Welcome to therapy! Pat yourself on the back for taking a courageous step towards a better you! Therapy is a time and space for you to share your stories and to freely explore your feelings, emotional reactions, thoughts, and behaviors without judgment. It is also an opportunity for you to receive empathetic support and guidance on how to address challenging issues in life. While I believe we are the experts on ourselves, sometimes we need guidance, reflection, and insights from others to propel us, especially when we feel stuck.
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Wendy Gage - - Whole Family Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L0G
I specialize in perinatal & postpartum support and offer Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, families, and parents at all stages.
New parenthood is such a tender time for couples. Whether you are trying to start a family, are a first time parent or a parent now managing more than one young child, you can find yourself depleted, overwhelmed, and experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions along with guilt at how that might be impacting your children. If you are managing a new baby with other young children, you may find that your older children are acting out at a time when you are sleep deprived and struggling to stay patient. Perhaps you and your partner hardly have time to connect and you feel distance or disconnected.
I specialize in perinatal & postpartum support and offer Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, families, and parents at all stages.
New parenthood is such a tender time for couples. Whether you are trying to start a family, are a first time parent or a parent now managing more than one young child, you can find yourself depleted, overwhelmed, and experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions along with guilt at how that might be impacting your children. If you are managing a new baby with other young children, you may find that your older children are acting out at a time when you are sleep deprived and struggling to stay patient. Perhaps you and your partner hardly have time to connect and you feel distance or disconnected.
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Gabriella Carafa
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3X (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am especially passionate about and certified to work with individuals in the perinatal period who may be dealing with infertility, pregnancy (both planned and unplanned), perinatal loss/bereavement, coping with an antenatal diagnosis, perinatal mood disorders, transitioning to parenthood and/or are parents with disabilities. I also offer disability affirming therapy and have experience working with parents who have children with disabilities, adolescents and adults with both congenital and acquired disabilities. I also work with individuals who experience anxiety, and/or depression.
I am especially passionate about and certified to work with individuals in the perinatal period who may be dealing with infertility, pregnancy (both planned and unplanned), perinatal loss/bereavement, coping with an antenatal diagnosis, perinatal mood disorders, transitioning to parenthood and/or are parents with disabilities. I also offer disability affirming therapy and have experience working with parents who have children with disabilities, adolescents and adults with both congenital and acquired disabilities. I also work with individuals who experience anxiety, and/or depression.
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Bloom & Thrive Therapy - Angela Bishop MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CC-PMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3X
As an experienced perinatal, parenthood and trauma therapist, I will help you in bringing ease and joy to your experience.
You've heard that parenthood is supposed to be a natural transition, but it doesn't feel that way. You have thoughts about how a good parent wouldn't feel sad or angry like this. You're going through the motions, but you're overwhelmed and overstimulated. You're managing, but it's not joyful like others said - it’s hard. You love your baby, but you miss how easy things were before. It’s confusing. You wonder when it gets easier. You deserve relief. You want to figure out what you need. You want to feel happy. You're ready to find your sense of self again, to find ease and help parenthood feel good for you. I can help you get there.
As an experienced perinatal, parenthood and trauma therapist, I will help you in bringing ease and joy to your experience.
You've heard that parenthood is supposed to be a natural transition, but it doesn't feel that way. You have thoughts about how a good parent wouldn't feel sad or angry like this. You're going through the motions, but you're overwhelmed and overstimulated. You're managing, but it's not joyful like others said - it’s hard. You love your baby, but you miss how easy things were before. It’s confusing. You wonder when it gets easier. You deserve relief. You want to figure out what you need. You want to feel happy. You're ready to find your sense of self again, to find ease and help parenthood feel good for you. I can help you get there.
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Cynthia Di Prospero
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MSc
Verified Verified
Newmarket, ON L3X (Online Only)
If you are someone who is interested in understanding how your past influences your present we would be a great fit. I have experience helping individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, transitions (career and relationship transitions, as well as pregnancy and postpartum), low self-esteem, ADHD and BPD. I have an attachment focus but I draw on several approaches in treatment including person-centered therapy, DBT, narrative therapy and CBT.
If you are someone who is interested in understanding how your past influences your present we would be a great fit. I have experience helping individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, transitions (career and relationship transitions, as well as pregnancy and postpartum), low self-esteem, ADHD and BPD. I have an attachment focus but I draw on several approaches in treatment including person-centered therapy, DBT, narrative therapy and CBT.
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Raluca Petridis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, CCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3X
Whether you’ve suffered a miscarriage (at any stage of pregnancy), are experiencing infertility, had a stillborn, or are grieving the loss of a child, I can offer a unique understanding to your pain.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
Whether you’ve suffered a miscarriage (at any stage of pregnancy), are experiencing infertility, had a stillborn, or are grieving the loss of a child, I can offer a unique understanding to your pain.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
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Experiencing overwhelming emotions as a new parent is common, whether it is feeling joy, anxiety, postpartum depression, or a sense of uncertainty. With tailored support and compassionate guidance, I offer assistance to new mothers and families. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the multiple challenges they face in everyday life and the results of traumatic events that impact their quality of life. My main focus is on assisting women who struggle with postpartum depression, work-life balance, relationship issues, parental issues, and more. Additionally, I am dedicated to working with children aged 10 and older.
Experiencing overwhelming emotions as a new parent is common, whether it is feeling joy, anxiety, postpartum depression, or a sense of uncertainty. With tailored support and compassionate guidance, I offer assistance to new mothers and families. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the multiple challenges they face in everyday life and the results of traumatic events that impact their quality of life. My main focus is on assisting women who struggle with postpartum depression, work-life balance, relationship issues, parental issues, and more. Additionally, I am dedicated to working with children aged 10 and older.
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I provide psychotherapy to clients struggling with challenging life experiences. It can be difficult to feel understood or to cope when experiencing stress, depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict or low self-confidence. It takes courage to reach out and ask for help, and I can provide a safe space where together we focus on skills that foster resiliency in the face of inevitable life challenges. I have more than a decade of experience working with adults (18+) dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, adjustment issues, grief, shame and guilt, interpersonal conflict, and perinatal concerns, etc.
I provide psychotherapy to clients struggling with challenging life experiences. It can be difficult to feel understood or to cope when experiencing stress, depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict or low self-confidence. It takes courage to reach out and ask for help, and I can provide a safe space where together we focus on skills that foster resiliency in the face of inevitable life challenges. I have more than a decade of experience working with adults (18+) dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, adjustment issues, grief, shame and guilt, interpersonal conflict, and perinatal concerns, etc.
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Whether you’ve suffered a miscarriage (at any stage of pregnancy), are experiencing infertility, had a stillborn, or are grieving the loss of a child, I can offer a unique understanding to your pain.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
Whether you’ve suffered a miscarriage (at any stage of pregnancy), are experiencing infertility, had a stillborn, or are grieving the loss of a child, I can offer a unique understanding to your pain.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.
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By combining evidence-based therapies like EMDR, CBT, REBT, and mindfulness with a deep understanding of polyvagal theory, attachment theory, Feltsense, ADHD, Perinatal mental health & peaceful parenting, Together we can explore the root causes of your struggles and develop practical strategies to overcome them.
Welcome! Are you a woman feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of motherhood? Or perhaps you're a young person navigating the complexities of life and relationships. You're not alone. I understand the unique pressures women face, from the joys of motherhood to the complexities of personal growth. My goal is to empower you to rediscover your strength, heal past wounds, and create a fulfilling life. Whether you're seeking individual support or parenting therapy, I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore your challenges and rediscover your strength. Let's work together to create a life filled with peace, joy, and connection.
By combining evidence-based therapies like EMDR, CBT, REBT, and mindfulness with a deep understanding of polyvagal theory, attachment theory, Feltsense, ADHD, Perinatal mental health & peaceful parenting, Together we can explore the root causes of your struggles and develop practical strategies to overcome them.
Welcome! Are you a woman feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of motherhood? Or perhaps you're a young person navigating the complexities of life and relationships. You're not alone. I understand the unique pressures women face, from the joys of motherhood to the complexities of personal growth. My goal is to empower you to rediscover your strength, heal past wounds, and create a fulfilling life. Whether you're seeking individual support or parenting therapy, I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore your challenges and rediscover your strength. Let's work together to create a life filled with peace, joy, and connection.
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L3X (Online Only)
I am trauma informed and specialize in ADHD, autism, education and learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, LGBTQ+, peer relationships, codependency, parenting, and more.
Hi, my name is Chrissy Gallo - RP (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW. Sometimes, our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
I am trauma informed and specialize in ADHD, autism, education and learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, LGBTQ+, peer relationships, codependency, parenting, and more.
Hi, my name is Chrissy Gallo - RP (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW. Sometimes, our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
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Danielle Battaglia
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Newmarket, ON L3Y (Online Only)
Offering Eating Disorder Support - If you are parenting a child struggling with an eating disorder I can help. Eating disorders are serious medical illnesses with life threatening consequences. They are NOT a choice. Don’t wait to get help for you or your loved one.
Offering Eating Disorder Support - If you are parenting a child struggling with an eating disorder I can help. Eating disorders are serious medical illnesses with life threatening consequences. They are NOT a choice. Don’t wait to get help for you or your loved one.
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Unsupported grief risks becoming trauma. Finding a safe way to be with your Grief is the key. Through this process, grief can transform into honouring and integration. I offer therapy for Ontario residents, and online supports globally. I offer an Urgent Consultation, a Self Paced Course and a Private Membership Community. Intention, Information, Inspiration, and Intuition guide my services. Grief needs a Revolution. Join The Grievolution! Let's do Grief Differently. I have been providing Professional Grief Support for over twenty years.
Unsupported grief risks becoming trauma. Finding a safe way to be with your Grief is the key. Through this process, grief can transform into honouring and integration. I offer therapy for Ontario residents, and online supports globally. I offer an Urgent Consultation, a Self Paced Course and a Private Membership Community. Intention, Information, Inspiration, and Intuition guide my services. Grief needs a Revolution. Join The Grievolution! Let's do Grief Differently. I have been providing Professional Grief Support for over twenty years.
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Newmarket, ON L3Y
If you are dealing with a recent trauma or trauma in the past that you believe may be holding you back and are easily triggered by things you feel should not be so hard to deal with, if you are sad or constantly anxious and worried, or if you are feeling that life is pulling you down and you are not sure how to get back on track, maybe trauma, old beliefs and habitual patterns are keeping you from finding enjoyment in your life. These things are challenging to deal with on your own sometimes but by building awareness and working through them with support and building inner resources you can live life with more peace and enjoyment.
If you are dealing with a recent trauma or trauma in the past that you believe may be holding you back and are easily triggered by things you feel should not be so hard to deal with, if you are sad or constantly anxious and worried, or if you are feeling that life is pulling you down and you are not sure how to get back on track, maybe trauma, old beliefs and habitual patterns are keeping you from finding enjoyment in your life. These things are challenging to deal with on your own sometimes but by building awareness and working through them with support and building inner resources you can live life with more peace and enjoyment.
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At Grace North Psychotherapy our clinicians create a safe space for you to process your thoughts and feelings and gain a deeper understanding of self in relation to your relationships with others and the world around you. We will help you gain insight into your past and present, shine a light on your strengths and help you work through challenges to achieve a better state of mind and start living with more grace and ease.
At Grace North Psychotherapy our clinicians create a safe space for you to process your thoughts and feelings and gain a deeper understanding of self in relation to your relationships with others and the world around you. We will help you gain insight into your past and present, shine a light on your strengths and help you work through challenges to achieve a better state of mind and start living with more grace and ease.
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Michelle Bacso (Baxo)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA(CP), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newmarket, ON L0G
Are you struggling with feeling like your life isn't your own? Are you finding yourself discouraged, defeated, short-fused or overwhelmed? Is a big challenge like motherhood or another stressor straining you and your relationships? Now more than ever, women are feeling consumed by the amount of expectations put on her, in addition to the expectations she puts on herself. I believe it is possible to live an empowered, connected, and fulfilling life as a woman and/or mom.
Are you struggling with feeling like your life isn't your own? Are you finding yourself discouraged, defeated, short-fused or overwhelmed? Is a big challenge like motherhood or another stressor straining you and your relationships? Now more than ever, women are feeling consumed by the amount of expectations put on her, in addition to the expectations she puts on herself. I believe it is possible to live an empowered, connected, and fulfilling life as a woman and/or mom.
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?
The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.
When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?
Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.
How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?
A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioural therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviours. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.