Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Ontario
As a mom of 3 and survivor of postpartum depression, clients come to me looking for a therapist who is familiar with the unique challenges of parenting, because therapy should be a place where you feel seen and understood.
Psychotherapy for moms, from someone who's been there...The transition into motherhood can leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and so vulnerable. This isn’t what you expected. Motherhood is supposed to come naturally, but nothing about this feels easy. Everything has changed - your body, your relationships, your identity. You may feel sad, worried, or angry. You love your child(ren), but you miss your old life (and you feel guilty it). You've reached a breaking point. You want to feel calm, confident, and joyful as a mother. You're ready to feel whole again. You are worthy of this, and I can help you get there!
As a mom of 3 and survivor of postpartum depression, clients come to me looking for a therapist who is familiar with the unique challenges of parenting, because therapy should be a place where you feel seen and understood.
Psychotherapy for moms, from someone who's been there...The transition into motherhood can leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and so vulnerable. This isn’t what you expected. Motherhood is supposed to come naturally, but nothing about this feels easy. Everything has changed - your body, your relationships, your identity. You may feel sad, worried, or angry. You love your child(ren), but you miss your old life (and you feel guilty it). You've reached a breaking point. You want to feel calm, confident, and joyful as a mother. You're ready to feel whole again. You are worthy of this, and I can help you get there!
Lauren Leahy - Holistic Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2J
As a psychotherapist specializing in Perinatal Mental Health, I am particularly passionate about supporting women through the emotional, spiritual, and physical journeys of pregnancy, postpartum, and the transition to motherhood. I also work with clients who are grieving a loss that occurred through miscarriage or stillbirth, are struggling with infertility, or who experienced a traumatic birthing experience. In addition, I work with parents who are in the process of adoption or who have adopted a child, as well as individuals who themselves are adopted.
As a psychotherapist specializing in Perinatal Mental Health, I am particularly passionate about supporting women through the emotional, spiritual, and physical journeys of pregnancy, postpartum, and the transition to motherhood. I also work with clients who are grieving a loss that occurred through miscarriage or stillbirth, are struggling with infertility, or who experienced a traumatic birthing experience. In addition, I work with parents who are in the process of adoption or who have adopted a child, as well as individuals who themselves are adopted.
I am particularly passionate about supporting individuals experiencing Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD).
Accepting New Clients! We can do hard things. Sometimes we just need a little help along the way. I have over 10 years experience working as a Registered Social Worker supporting individuals, couples and families, experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, and perinatal mental health disorders. If you are struggling to navigate life transitions, experiencing concerns with your mental health or are in need of a safe space to process and regulate your emotions, I am ready to support you on your unique path to wellness.
I am particularly passionate about supporting individuals experiencing Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD).
Accepting New Clients! We can do hard things. Sometimes we just need a little help along the way. I have over 10 years experience working as a Registered Social Worker supporting individuals, couples and families, experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, and perinatal mental health disorders. If you are struggling to navigate life transitions, experiencing concerns with your mental health or are in need of a safe space to process and regulate your emotions, I am ready to support you on your unique path to wellness.
Currently Accepting Clients for Daytime Appointments-Hi there, my name is Sara and I am so happy you're here. As a registered social worker, I provide therapy services to individuals aged 12 and up who are looking for support to manage various mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, parent-child relational difficulties, stress and burnout, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. My style is warm, welcoming, and relaxed, and I will work with you with compassion and empathy to support you to feel more at ease and in control in your life.
Currently Accepting Clients for Daytime Appointments-Hi there, my name is Sara and I am so happy you're here. As a registered social worker, I provide therapy services to individuals aged 12 and up who are looking for support to manage various mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, parent-child relational difficulties, stress and burnout, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. My style is warm, welcoming, and relaxed, and I will work with you with compassion and empathy to support you to feel more at ease and in control in your life.
My clinical focus is on perinatal mental health, and I am certified in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Birth and Reproductive Trauma through Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Trainings.
Hello everyone! My name is Jaclyn (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I hold a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology and a Minor in Women’s and Gender Studies from the University of Windsor, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. I am also a certified yoga teacher. I work with teens (16+) and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem and relationship issues.
My clinical focus is on perinatal mental health, and I am certified in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Birth and Reproductive Trauma through Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Trainings.
Hello everyone! My name is Jaclyn (she/her) and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I hold a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology and a Minor in Women’s and Gender Studies from the University of Windsor, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. I am also a certified yoga teacher. I work with teens (16+) and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem and relationship issues.
Amber Sperling Social Work & Psychotherapy Service
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PMH-C, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
Our therapists are passionate about women's mental health from pregnancy through menopause and beyond.
Change even when positive, can leave you feeling lost: a new baby, an unexpected event or feeling like your life is suddenly not your own. Have you noticed small things are overwhelming, you feel irritable, are emotional out of nowhere and feel alone? If you are feeling unable to handle the impact of life - from parenthood, menopause, work or trauma - we can help. Now more than ever, parents are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body.
Our therapists are passionate about women's mental health from pregnancy through menopause and beyond.
Change even when positive, can leave you feeling lost: a new baby, an unexpected event or feeling like your life is suddenly not your own. Have you noticed small things are overwhelming, you feel irritable, are emotional out of nowhere and feel alone? If you are feeling unable to handle the impact of life - from parenthood, menopause, work or trauma - we can help. Now more than ever, parents are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body.
Hi, welcome! I offer 1:1 perinatal mental health counselling and support groups to women and birthing people dealing with issues such as birth trauma, anxiety and OCD. Internal Family Systems Therapy is my primary modality with emphasis on feminist psychology. I also incorporate Jungian feminine and ancient Goddess archetypes as a powerful tool to aid in bringing awareness to and embodying empowering qualities that may have been forgotten or exiled. In our sessions together we will meet your inner child(ren) and discover what you need(ed) to bring healing to past wounds and wisdom to current challenges.
Hi, welcome! I offer 1:1 perinatal mental health counselling and support groups to women and birthing people dealing with issues such as birth trauma, anxiety and OCD. Internal Family Systems Therapy is my primary modality with emphasis on feminist psychology. I also incorporate Jungian feminine and ancient Goddess archetypes as a powerful tool to aid in bringing awareness to and embodying empowering qualities that may have been forgotten or exiled. In our sessions together we will meet your inner child(ren) and discover what you need(ed) to bring healing to past wounds and wisdom to current challenges.
I specialize in perinatal mental health, grief, parenting, and burnout - particularly for helping professionals like nurses, CAS workers, teachers, and my fellow therapists.
You're constantly feeling on edge and don't know where to turn next. You don't know if you can keep going as you are without making some changes. But even thinking about those changes makes you feel uncertain or scared. Maybe you feel nausea or fear or shame about yelling at your kids. Maybe you feel empty or you have consuming thoughts about your life choices. Maybe you're just exhausted because things are hard. People come to me to move away from feeling overwhelmed, trust themselves again, and to feel better in their lives (as they define it). If any of this sounds like you, I promise you're not alone in feeling this way.
I specialize in perinatal mental health, grief, parenting, and burnout - particularly for helping professionals like nurses, CAS workers, teachers, and my fellow therapists.
You're constantly feeling on edge and don't know where to turn next. You don't know if you can keep going as you are without making some changes. But even thinking about those changes makes you feel uncertain or scared. Maybe you feel nausea or fear or shame about yelling at your kids. Maybe you feel empty or you have consuming thoughts about your life choices. Maybe you're just exhausted because things are hard. People come to me to move away from feeling overwhelmed, trust themselves again, and to feel better in their lives (as they define it). If any of this sounds like you, I promise you're not alone in feeling this way.
Guergana (Gerri) Mileva
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc, PhD, MEd
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2A (Online Only)
I specialize in helping folks who are having a hard time trying to conceive, navigating the fertility treatment journey, have experienced pregnancy/neonatal/infant loss, are currently pregnant, or are in the fourth trimester (the few years postpartum).
Hi there, I'm Gerri! I'd love to support you on your journey. Therapy can offer a space where you feel supported, valued, able, and safe to explore any topics that life may throw at you - whether that be fertility, pregnancy loss, stress management, relationship issues, or becoming a new parent.
I specialize in helping folks who are having a hard time trying to conceive, navigating the fertility treatment journey, have experienced pregnancy/neonatal/infant loss, are currently pregnant, or are in the fourth trimester (the few years postpartum).
Hi there, I'm Gerri! I'd love to support you on your journey. Therapy can offer a space where you feel supported, valued, able, and safe to explore any topics that life may throw at you - whether that be fertility, pregnancy loss, stress management, relationship issues, or becoming a new parent.
I am very passionate about helping people through prenatal, pregnancy and postpartum mental health challenges.
You have made a very big step in seeking out therapy and I want to commend you for that. Life brings us many challenges, and getting support for those is so meaningful. I strive to offer a safe, comfortable and supported environment for healing mind and body. We will work together to find a way of working that fits your unique, individual needs.
I am very passionate about helping people through prenatal, pregnancy and postpartum mental health challenges.
You have made a very big step in seeking out therapy and I want to commend you for that. Life brings us many challenges, and getting support for those is so meaningful. I strive to offer a safe, comfortable and supported environment for healing mind and body. We will work together to find a way of working that fits your unique, individual needs.
Are you struggling to work through difficult emotions? I am a Registered Psychotherapist with in-depth education and experience counselling individuals who are struggling with personal and interpersonal difficulties. I focus on treating a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting and family struggles, bullying and grief. I am also passionate about working with aspiring, expecting, new and experienced parents through the various stressors and challenges of parenthood such as infertility, miscarriage, Postpartum Depression and family adjustment.
Are you struggling to work through difficult emotions? I am a Registered Psychotherapist with in-depth education and experience counselling individuals who are struggling with personal and interpersonal difficulties. I focus on treating a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting and family struggles, bullying and grief. I am also passionate about working with aspiring, expecting, new and experienced parents through the various stressors and challenges of parenthood such as infertility, miscarriage, Postpartum Depression and family adjustment.
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Waxman is the co-founder of The Well Parents Centre, where she helps prenatal and postpartum clients manage depression, anxiety, and adjustment to parenthood.
Dr. Waxman is a registered Psychologist, practicing in the areas of Clinical and Health Psychology. She is a member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario, the Ontario Psychological Association, and the Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies; and is also a CACBT-certified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist. Dr. Waxman completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Queen's University, and her clinical residency at The Ottawa Hospital. Dr. Waxman has published research in the areas of chronic pain and women's sexual functioning, and has also written textbook chapters on sexuality, pregnancy, and childbirth.
Waxman is the co-founder of The Well Parents Centre, where she helps prenatal and postpartum clients manage depression, anxiety, and adjustment to parenthood.
Dr. Waxman is a registered Psychologist, practicing in the areas of Clinical and Health Psychology. She is a member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario, the Ontario Psychological Association, and the Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies; and is also a CACBT-certified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist. Dr. Waxman completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Queen's University, and her clinical residency at The Ottawa Hospital. Dr. Waxman has published research in the areas of chronic pain and women's sexual functioning, and has also written textbook chapters on sexuality, pregnancy, and childbirth.
Ruth Diemer
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5P (Online Only)
I support individuals going through fertility challenges, perinatal mood disorders as well as loss.
My passion is to empower individuals, couples and families to overcome life challenges, make positive changes in their lives and achieve emotional well-being. I have over 30 years of experience providing psychotherapy to clients struggling with perinatal mental health, relational difficulties, family conflict, parenting, divorce, grief loss as well as adjustment to illness and aging. I will support you with identifying your goals and strengths, improving your coping strategies, challenging and changing negative thinking patterns as well as becoming more self-aware and moving towards personal growth and success.
I support individuals going through fertility challenges, perinatal mood disorders as well as loss.
My passion is to empower individuals, couples and families to overcome life challenges, make positive changes in their lives and achieve emotional well-being. I have over 30 years of experience providing psychotherapy to clients struggling with perinatal mental health, relational difficulties, family conflict, parenting, divorce, grief loss as well as adjustment to illness and aging. I will support you with identifying your goals and strengths, improving your coping strategies, challenging and changing negative thinking patterns as well as becoming more self-aware and moving towards personal growth and success.
Ashley Bellis
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Guelph, ON N1H (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Ashley, and I am a registered psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide compassionate, non-judgemental support for individuals, couples, and families. In my private practice, I work with people who are experiencing a variety of challenges, including: relationship issues, stress, and difficult life transitions. I also specialize in supporting parents and/or hopeful parents through issues with infertility, pregnancy, postpartum health, and parenting. This includes parents who are supporting children with mental or physical illness, which is often associated with increased stress.
My name is Ashley, and I am a registered psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide compassionate, non-judgemental support for individuals, couples, and families. In my private practice, I work with people who are experiencing a variety of challenges, including: relationship issues, stress, and difficult life transitions. I also specialize in supporting parents and/or hopeful parents through issues with infertility, pregnancy, postpartum health, and parenting. This includes parents who are supporting children with mental or physical illness, which is often associated with increased stress.
We can't pour water from an empty cup. As a caregiver or a new Mom, you might be burning the candle at both ends, putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own. Over time, you might find yourself imploding with rage, guilt or resentment. Wondering, who am I? What are these scary thoughts I’m having? Is it this hard for everyone else? I know what it’s like and I am here for you. I love working with caregivers, and am passionate about perinatal mental health for Moms and Dads. I am also experienced in supporting people working through grief, ambiguous loss, dementia, cancer, anxiety, depression, and credit card debt.
We can't pour water from an empty cup. As a caregiver or a new Mom, you might be burning the candle at both ends, putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own. Over time, you might find yourself imploding with rage, guilt or resentment. Wondering, who am I? What are these scary thoughts I’m having? Is it this hard for everyone else? I know what it’s like and I am here for you. I love working with caregivers, and am passionate about perinatal mental health for Moms and Dads. I am also experienced in supporting people working through grief, ambiguous loss, dementia, cancer, anxiety, depression, and credit card debt.
Annette Martin - - Whole Family Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CC-PMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L (Online Only)
I offer individual therapy and parenting support sessions for adults in the perinatal period as well as folks in later stages of parenting through Whole Family Psychotherapy.
While becoming a parent can bring joy and fulfillment, the changes and stressors that accompany the perinatal period ( prenatal and postpartum) can also have substantial impacts on a parent’s mental health. Nothing can easily prepare a parent for this significant new role. New parents are often overwhelmed with how how all consuming caring for a baby can be, may experience challenging shifts in their important relationships, and my not yet know how to cope or access the support they need. As a queer parent, I have a keen desire to support queer families, who deserve a space that feels affirming of their family - all are welcome!
I offer individual therapy and parenting support sessions for adults in the perinatal period as well as folks in later stages of parenting through Whole Family Psychotherapy.
While becoming a parent can bring joy and fulfillment, the changes and stressors that accompany the perinatal period ( prenatal and postpartum) can also have substantial impacts on a parent’s mental health. Nothing can easily prepare a parent for this significant new role. New parents are often overwhelmed with how how all consuming caring for a baby can be, may experience challenging shifts in their important relationships, and my not yet know how to cope or access the support they need. As a queer parent, I have a keen desire to support queer families, who deserve a space that feels affirming of their family - all are welcome!
Carla is Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with over a decade of experience helping individuals, couples and families. She specializes in perinatal mental health and perinatal loss. Carla supports individuals, couples and families facing a variety of mental health and life challenges including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress symptoms, life transitions, relationship and marriage challenges, grief/loss, emotional regulation, and self-esteem/self-worth. She practices a form of integrative or holistic therapy, a depth approach that tries to do justice to the whole person including mind, body and spirit.
Carla is Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with over a decade of experience helping individuals, couples and families. She specializes in perinatal mental health and perinatal loss. Carla supports individuals, couples and families facing a variety of mental health and life challenges including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress symptoms, life transitions, relationship and marriage challenges, grief/loss, emotional regulation, and self-esteem/self-worth. She practices a form of integrative or holistic therapy, a depth approach that tries to do justice to the whole person including mind, body and spirit.
Feeling stuck can shadow every aspect of life, from grappling with eating disorders or substance use to navigating life transitions like parenthood or career changes. As a Registered Psychotherapist with a wealth of experience in mental health care, I specialize in assisting those battling depression, anxiety, substance use issues, eating disorders, and perinatal mental health crises to find a renewed sense of direction, meaning, and purpose in their lives. Drawing on professional expertise and a compassionate approach, I work to guide individuals through their struggles towards a path of recovery and self-discovery.
Feeling stuck can shadow every aspect of life, from grappling with eating disorders or substance use to navigating life transitions like parenthood or career changes. As a Registered Psychotherapist with a wealth of experience in mental health care, I specialize in assisting those battling depression, anxiety, substance use issues, eating disorders, and perinatal mental health crises to find a renewed sense of direction, meaning, and purpose in their lives. Drawing on professional expertise and a compassionate approach, I work to guide individuals through their struggles towards a path of recovery and self-discovery.
Bloom & Thrive Therapy - Angela Bishop MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CC-PMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4M
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.
Hello! I am so glad you are here! Over the last 8 years, I have been helping children, youth, adults, and families with problems with trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, parental divorce/separation, communication (relationship struggles), grief, school problems, personality disorders, low self-esteem, grief, substances, addictions, disordered eating, life changes, and supporting indigenous populations and LGBTIQA+ people.
Hello! I am so glad you are here! Over the last 8 years, I have been helping children, youth, adults, and families with problems with trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, parental divorce/separation, communication (relationship struggles), grief, school problems, personality disorders, low self-esteem, grief, substances, addictions, disordered eating, life changes, and supporting indigenous populations and LGBTIQA+ people.
