Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Psychiatrists in Cambridge, MA

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Dr. Jennifer Okwerekwu
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
Female-first psychiatric care. If you’re navigating a new season of life—trying to conceive, pregnancy, or perimenopause—or looking for support with treatment of a specific condition such as PMS or PMDD, PCOS, ADHD, depression, or anxiety, I want to offer you the expertise, compassion, and genuine care you deserve. I am a Harvard-trained and board-certified psychiatrist specializing in women's mental health and reproductive psychiatry. I take a conservative approach to medication, taking the time to listen to you and help you make empowered decisions about your mental health.
Female-first psychiatric care. If you’re navigating a new season of life—trying to conceive, pregnancy, or perimenopause—or looking for support with treatment of a specific condition such as PMS or PMDD, PCOS, ADHD, depression, or anxiety, I want to offer you the expertise, compassion, and genuine care you deserve. I am a Harvard-trained and board-certified psychiatrist specializing in women's mental health and reproductive psychiatry. I take a conservative approach to medication, taking the time to listen to you and help you make empowered decisions about your mental health.
(518) 559-0784 View (518) 559-0784
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Tara Conklin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
I am particularly passionate about working with women and those in the perinatal period, treating concerns related to the reproductive lifecycle, from menstruation to menopause, preconception, infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and loss.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing medication management, genetic testing, and supportive therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I strive to develop an environment where patients feel safe to share their most authentic selves and feel empowered to work together toward meaningful solutions. I take a collaborative approach with patients to develop an individualized treatment plan that meets their unique needs. Together we will work to ensure the safest and most effective use of psychiatric medications to get you feeling like the best version of yourself.
I am particularly passionate about working with women and those in the perinatal period, treating concerns related to the reproductive lifecycle, from menstruation to menopause, preconception, infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and loss.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing medication management, genetic testing, and supportive therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I strive to develop an environment where patients feel safe to share their most authentic selves and feel empowered to work together toward meaningful solutions. I take a collaborative approach with patients to develop an individualized treatment plan that meets their unique needs. Together we will work to ensure the safest and most effective use of psychiatric medications to get you feeling like the best version of yourself.
(339) 300-9639 View (339) 300-9639
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Kristin S. Budde
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
(I also have a special place in my heart for fertility- and pregnancy-related concerns, and for those dealing with the relentless stress of modern-day parenting.
TL;DR: Thoughtful prescribing and sharp psychotherapy for anxious, high-functioning, well-meaning people, usually in midst of upheaval (e.g. college, young adulthood, new parenthood, ailing loved ones, etc.)
(I also have a special place in my heart for fertility- and pregnancy-related concerns, and for those dealing with the relentless stress of modern-day parenting.
TL;DR: Thoughtful prescribing and sharp psychotherapy for anxious, high-functioning, well-meaning people, usually in midst of upheaval (e.g. college, young adulthood, new parenthood, ailing loved ones, etc.)
(857) 990-9844 View (857) 990-9844
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Dr. Richard Seeber
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138
To patients with psychiatric concerns around preconception, pregnancy, or the postpartum, I offer both one-time consults and ongoing psychiatric care.
I am a Harvard-trained psychiatrist treating adults, people facing concerns around pregnancy, and couples in metro Boston. Appointments are available both via telehealth and in-person at my office in Boston's Financial District, convenient to all MBTA lines. Drawing on my education at the top-ranked Massachusetts General Hospital and McLean Hospital psychiatry residency program, my experience and interests include perinatal and reproductive psychiatry, mentalization-based treatment, couples therapy, and LGBTQIA+ psychiatry, including LGBTQIA+ couples therapy and psychiatric consultation around gender-affirming medical care.
To patients with psychiatric concerns around preconception, pregnancy, or the postpartum, I offer both one-time consults and ongoing psychiatric care.
I am a Harvard-trained psychiatrist treating adults, people facing concerns around pregnancy, and couples in metro Boston. Appointments are available both via telehealth and in-person at my office in Boston's Financial District, convenient to all MBTA lines. Drawing on my education at the top-ranked Massachusetts General Hospital and McLean Hospital psychiatry residency program, my experience and interests include perinatal and reproductive psychiatry, mentalization-based treatment, couples therapy, and LGBTQIA+ psychiatry, including LGBTQIA+ couples therapy and psychiatric consultation around gender-affirming medical care.
(617) 915-4333 View (617) 915-4333
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Nina Isakovich
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
I am a compassionate and knowledgeable psychiatrist highly experienced in treating adults with severe psychiatric disorders and milder emotional disturbances. In addition to my general psychiatry training, I also completed the Harvard Fellowship in Women's Mental Health at the Brigham and Women's Hospital and have unique skills and experience in treating psychiatric symptoms and emotional distress during pregnancy and postpartum as well as psychological symptoms associated with other hormonal changes.
I am a compassionate and knowledgeable psychiatrist highly experienced in treating adults with severe psychiatric disorders and milder emotional disturbances. In addition to my general psychiatry training, I also completed the Harvard Fellowship in Women's Mental Health at the Brigham and Women's Hospital and have unique skills and experience in treating psychiatric symptoms and emotional distress during pregnancy and postpartum as well as psychological symptoms associated with other hormonal changes.
(617) 209-2625 View (617) 209-2625
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Amanda Sims
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
I am a Harvard trained psychiatrist, with expertise in both psychotherapy and pharmacological treatment. I have been in private practice for almost 20 years, working extensively with women's mental health issues. I have helped my clients navigate emerging young adulthood, eating disorders, infertility, pregnancy and the postpartum period, and menopause. I am an integrative psychiatrist, that believes in exploring and treating the underlying physiological causes of mental illnesses, and combine nutraceuticals and complementary treatment with pharmacotherapy.
I am a Harvard trained psychiatrist, with expertise in both psychotherapy and pharmacological treatment. I have been in private practice for almost 20 years, working extensively with women's mental health issues. I have helped my clients navigate emerging young adulthood, eating disorders, infertility, pregnancy and the postpartum period, and menopause. I am an integrative psychiatrist, that believes in exploring and treating the underlying physiological causes of mental illnesses, and combine nutraceuticals and complementary treatment with pharmacotherapy.
(617) 648-7244 View (617) 648-7244
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Clara Kim
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
Kim has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, personality- and trauma-related disorders, stress and adjustment problems, perinatal issues including postpartum depression, and psychosis.
Dr. Clara Kim is a board-certified psychiatrist trained in Adult Psychiatry. She received her medical degree from Yale University and completed her residency training at Cambridge Health Alliance – Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kim treats each patient with a holistic, evidence-based approach that incorporates psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic best practices. Her priority is to build a safe and trusting working relationship with each patient. Occasionally, Dr. Kim may recommend that you add a psychotherapist or other provider to your care team as well.
Kim has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, personality- and trauma-related disorders, stress and adjustment problems, perinatal issues including postpartum depression, and psychosis.
Dr. Clara Kim is a board-certified psychiatrist trained in Adult Psychiatry. She received her medical degree from Yale University and completed her residency training at Cambridge Health Alliance – Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kim treats each patient with a holistic, evidence-based approach that incorporates psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic best practices. Her priority is to build a safe and trusting working relationship with each patient. Occasionally, Dr. Kim may recommend that you add a psychotherapist or other provider to your care team as well.
(617) 890-6298 View (617) 890-6298
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Deborah Knudson-Gonzalez
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138
I am an experienced psychiatrist who is Harvard trained in Reproductive Psychiatry and the cofounder of Nest Psychiatry, PLCC dedicated to women's mental health. I have expertise in preconception planning and in the treatment of psychiatric disorders during fertility challenges, pregnancy, and the postpartum period. I am trained to discuss in detail risks pertaining to medications in pregnancy and lactation while also considering the risks of illness. I believe in a comprehensive approach for those seeking a one-time perinatal consultation or wanting to establish care during this critical period.
I am an experienced psychiatrist who is Harvard trained in Reproductive Psychiatry and the cofounder of Nest Psychiatry, PLCC dedicated to women's mental health. I have expertise in preconception planning and in the treatment of psychiatric disorders during fertility challenges, pregnancy, and the postpartum period. I am trained to discuss in detail risks pertaining to medications in pregnancy and lactation while also considering the risks of illness. I believe in a comprehensive approach for those seeking a one-time perinatal consultation or wanting to establish care during this critical period.
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Whitney McFadden
Psychiatrist, MD, MPhil
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138
I am an adult psychiatrist seeing patients in CA, MA, & NY, trained in neuroscience, psychiatric genetics, and nutritional psychiatry with a vested interest in women’s and perinatal psychiatry. I am dedicated to helping women through difficult transitions like pregnancy, the impact of stressful work environments on health, developing healthy relationships, and managing mental health balance when life requires a different way of operating. I work with women looking to get through unforeseen roadblocks and get them on the path to operating well in their bodies and nervous systems so they can thrive.
I am an adult psychiatrist seeing patients in CA, MA, & NY, trained in neuroscience, psychiatric genetics, and nutritional psychiatry with a vested interest in women’s and perinatal psychiatry. I am dedicated to helping women through difficult transitions like pregnancy, the impact of stressful work environments on health, developing healthy relationships, and managing mental health balance when life requires a different way of operating. I work with women looking to get through unforeseen roadblocks and get them on the path to operating well in their bodies and nervous systems so they can thrive.
(310) 683-5604 View (310) 683-5604
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Lisa Rullie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02142  (Online Only)
My goal is to foster a collaborative relationship with my patients to develop the best treatment plan to fit your unique needs. You know you best after all. I feel that movement is medicine for both physical and mental health, and will do my best to help guide and encourage all to make healthy behavioral changes to support your overall well-being.
My goal is to foster a collaborative relationship with my patients to develop the best treatment plan to fit your unique needs. You know you best after all. I feel that movement is medicine for both physical and mental health, and will do my best to help guide and encourage all to make healthy behavioral changes to support your overall well-being.
(617) 468-3076 View (617) 468-3076
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Menekse Alpay
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
I work with individuals who have anxiety, depression, mood disorders, insomnia, relationship problems, trauma history, medical illness, neurological illness, and/or individuals who are helping family members with these problems. My experience over the last 25 years in psychiatry has shown that medications are helpful but do not take care of all problems in life. I offer combined psychiatric treatment. I received my psychiatric residency training from Georgetown University Hospital and fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School.
I work with individuals who have anxiety, depression, mood disorders, insomnia, relationship problems, trauma history, medical illness, neurological illness, and/or individuals who are helping family members with these problems. My experience over the last 25 years in psychiatry has shown that medications are helpful but do not take care of all problems in life. I offer combined psychiatric treatment. I received my psychiatric residency training from Georgetown University Hospital and fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School.
(617) 231-9618 View (617) 231-9618
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Anne Turley
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
Anne Turley is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in practice since 2014. She is well-versed in treating a wide range of diagnoses in patients aged 6-65. Anne is comfortable reaching outside traditional practice settings to care for patients and has embraced telemedicine as the key access to care advancement of the decade. Anne’s specialty areas include teenagers, autism spectrum disorder, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, treatment-resistant anxiety disorders, and multi-diagnosis cases.
Anne Turley is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in practice since 2014. She is well-versed in treating a wide range of diagnoses in patients aged 6-65. Anne is comfortable reaching outside traditional practice settings to care for patients and has embraced telemedicine as the key access to care advancement of the decade. Anne’s specialty areas include teenagers, autism spectrum disorder, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, treatment-resistant anxiety disorders, and multi-diagnosis cases.
(339) 329-8545 View (339) 329-8545
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Sara Lozyniak
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
I am a Board-Certified, Harvard-trained psychiatrist in private practice in Cambridge, MA. Most of my work is currently with undergraduate students, graduate students, and professionals. My initial consultation typically involves multiple appointments as I gather information about you and your concerns. Then, we can discuss pros and cons of potential next steps, and work together to form a plan. I see most patients for psychotherapy (talk therapy), and some for a combination of psychotherapy and medication management.
I am a Board-Certified, Harvard-trained psychiatrist in private practice in Cambridge, MA. Most of my work is currently with undergraduate students, graduate students, and professionals. My initial consultation typically involves multiple appointments as I gather information about you and your concerns. Then, we can discuss pros and cons of potential next steps, and work together to form a plan. I see most patients for psychotherapy (talk therapy), and some for a combination of psychotherapy and medication management.
(617) 299-8967 View (617) 299-8967
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Jennifer Greenwold
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02141
Struggles with life transitions, identity, career, love, family, aging, and grief are part of our human experience. I am a humanistic and relationally-oriented psychiatrist and I work with adults who want to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, develop self-compassion, and work through the shame and stigma of painful experiences.
Struggles with life transitions, identity, career, love, family, aging, and grief are part of our human experience. I am a humanistic and relationally-oriented psychiatrist and I work with adults who want to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, develop self-compassion, and work through the shame and stigma of painful experiences.
(617) 404-4573 View (617) 404-4573
Harold J Bursztajn
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138
I have more than 30 year of service as senior faculty at Harvard Medical School. Distinctions include receipt of the highest HMS mentorship award. My private practice is at my home office, with privacy and discretion assured. Patients include healthcare professionals executives. My patients and I work together to foster personal and professional growth and development, Medications prescribed when needed. Age range from early adolescents to supe-elder. My practice is an evaluation, consultation, and treatment resource for patients, families and clinicians locally and nationally.
I have more than 30 year of service as senior faculty at Harvard Medical School. Distinctions include receipt of the highest HMS mentorship award. My private practice is at my home office, with privacy and discretion assured. Patients include healthcare professionals executives. My patients and I work together to foster personal and professional growth and development, Medications prescribed when needed. Age range from early adolescents to supe-elder. My practice is an evaluation, consultation, and treatment resource for patients, families and clinicians locally and nationally.
(617) 812-2648 View (617) 812-2648
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Nina Sreshta
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
Accepting patients in Massachusetts, Maryland and California. I believe that everyone is capable of living a life that feels purposeful. Sometimes because of losses, traumas, predispositions to depression or anxiety, or the ways we were taught to think about ourselves, that purposeful life can seem like a distant possibility. I see patients primarily for talk therapy, and if needed, I prescribe medication. To request an intake, message me through Psychology Today or visit my website, www.ninasreshtamd.com. Currently, I am only seeing patients online.
Accepting patients in Massachusetts, Maryland and California. I believe that everyone is capable of living a life that feels purposeful. Sometimes because of losses, traumas, predispositions to depression or anxiety, or the ways we were taught to think about ourselves, that purposeful life can seem like a distant possibility. I see patients primarily for talk therapy, and if needed, I prescribe medication. To request an intake, message me through Psychology Today or visit my website, www.ninasreshtamd.com. Currently, I am only seeing patients online.
(857) 320-3128 View (857) 320-3128
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Colleen Madden
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Colleen Madden, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 10+ years of experience dedicated to helping individuals achieve mental wellness. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to those in need.
Hi! I'm Colleen Madden, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 10+ years of experience dedicated to helping individuals achieve mental wellness. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to those in need.
(617) 941-7176 View (617) 941-7176
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Daniel Coleman
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
Welcome, my name is Dr. Dan Coleman. My practice provides a safe, confidential and caring environment and it is my sincere goal to be a source of healing in your life. We all experience pain. Sometimes though, the suffering that accompanies this pain overwhelms our coping abilities. You may feel stuck, cycling through frustration, anxiety, depression, loneliness or even hopelessness. Psychotherapy can be an effective and healing way out of these suffering experiences.
Welcome, my name is Dr. Dan Coleman. My practice provides a safe, confidential and caring environment and it is my sincere goal to be a source of healing in your life. We all experience pain. Sometimes though, the suffering that accompanies this pain overwhelms our coping abilities. You may feel stuck, cycling through frustration, anxiety, depression, loneliness or even hopelessness. Psychotherapy can be an effective and healing way out of these suffering experiences.
(469) 813-7902 View (469) 813-7902
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Dr. Fey Ramey
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02142  (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Dr. Fey Ramey, a dedicated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 17 years of nursing experience and a doctorate from Duke University. Specializing in evidence-based mental health and substance use disorder treatment for over 2 years, I'm here to support individuals like you in your mental health journey. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or other mental health concerns, I provide a safe, empathetic space tailored to meet your unique needs. My collaborative approach encompasses personalized treatment plans and a commitment to your empowerment.
Welcome! I'm Dr. Fey Ramey, a dedicated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 17 years of nursing experience and a doctorate from Duke University. Specializing in evidence-based mental health and substance use disorder treatment for over 2 years, I'm here to support individuals like you in your mental health journey. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or other mental health concerns, I provide a safe, empathetic space tailored to meet your unique needs. My collaborative approach encompasses personalized treatment plans and a commitment to your empowerment.
(508) 501-1353 View (508) 501-1353
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Can Bulucu
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience in treating Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety, ADHD and relational problems for more than 20 years. I have dual Board Certification in Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry. I am very careful in treating my patients with medications and my goal is to find the lowest effective dose and avoid multiple medication use when possible. I think therapy is as important as medications and I offer both, at times together, when necessary. For self pay patients cost for initial 60 min evaluation is $500, 15 min fallow up is $150, 30 min fallow up is $275 and 45min fallow up is $400.
I have extensive experience in treating Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety, ADHD and relational problems for more than 20 years. I have dual Board Certification in Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry. I am very careful in treating my patients with medications and my goal is to find the lowest effective dose and avoid multiple medication use when possible. I think therapy is as important as medications and I offer both, at times together, when necessary. For self pay patients cost for initial 60 min evaluation is $500, 15 min fallow up is $150, 30 min fallow up is $275 and 45min fallow up is $400.
(781) 786-1739 View (781) 786-1739
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Psychiatrists

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 behavioral therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviors. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.

Are there specific medications for postpartum depression?

In 2019, the FDA approved the first medication designed to treat postpartum depression. The medication is called brexanolone and is delivered intravenously by a medical professional over the course of a few days. However, typical antidepressants, which are more accessible, can also treat postpartum depression. The disorder is often best treated through a combination of medication and therapy.