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Michele B. Chaudhry, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Cranston, RI 02910
I have worked in the perinatal health field for twenty years.
Are you feeling isolated and/or overwhelmed before, during or after pregnancy? Are you feeling sad, overwhelmed or worried about your infant or child? Are you juggling multiple responsibilities in your early parenting years? Or, maybe you are in another hormonal stage of change, coping with the shifts of menopause? You might be trying to rediscover balance and confidence for your life. I have been working predominantly with women for over twenty years. My clients find ways to accept life's challenges with renewed strength and courage. We explore together tactics to make stressors more manageable. You are not alone.
I have worked in the perinatal health field for twenty years.
Are you feeling isolated and/or overwhelmed before, during or after pregnancy? Are you feeling sad, overwhelmed or worried about your infant or child? Are you juggling multiple responsibilities in your early parenting years? Or, maybe you are in another hormonal stage of change, coping with the shifts of menopause? You might be trying to rediscover balance and confidence for your life. I have been working predominantly with women for over twenty years. My clients find ways to accept life's challenges with renewed strength and courage. We explore together tactics to make stressors more manageable. You are not alone.
(401) 623-8152 View (401) 623-8152
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Theresa Teofilak-Wilson
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, CGS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cranston, RI 02910
*My personal schedule is full, but other clinicians in my group practice are accepting new clients! Our therapists all take an integrative approach* Are you looking to make positive life changes, heal past traumas, and improve relationships? Are you going through major life changes such as becoming a parent, changing careers, or dealing with chronic health issues? Therapy can be a safe place to explore your concerns and learn new skills for living a balanced life! My group focuses on holistic counseling practices, including yoga, mindfulness, person-centered therapy, nature, energy healing and art.
*My personal schedule is full, but other clinicians in my group practice are accepting new clients! Our therapists all take an integrative approach* Are you looking to make positive life changes, heal past traumas, and improve relationships? Are you going through major life changes such as becoming a parent, changing careers, or dealing with chronic health issues? Therapy can be a safe place to explore your concerns and learn new skills for living a balanced life! My group focuses on holistic counseling practices, including yoga, mindfulness, person-centered therapy, nature, energy healing and art.
(401) 340-3406 View (401) 340-3406
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Peter Olivieri
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cranston, RI 02910
I believe in lifes journey people experience changes and transitions which challenge our ability to adapt and grow. Difficulty in this process can be expressed in a variety of ways including feelings of depression, anxiety, irritability, sleep disturbance, change in appetite, reliance on alcohol/drugs, lack of energy, and other symptoms. Often these symptoms are early warning signs we are having difficulty with these changes. Sometimes normal life changes like loss of a relationship, leaving home, or birth of a child can be stressful. Unusual events like traumatic loss, illness, physical injury, and combat experiance present unique personal challenges.
I believe in lifes journey people experience changes and transitions which challenge our ability to adapt and grow. Difficulty in this process can be expressed in a variety of ways including feelings of depression, anxiety, irritability, sleep disturbance, change in appetite, reliance on alcohol/drugs, lack of energy, and other symptoms. Often these symptoms are early warning signs we are having difficulty with these changes. Sometimes normal life changes like loss of a relationship, leaving home, or birth of a child can be stressful. Unusual events like traumatic loss, illness, physical injury, and combat experiance present unique personal challenges.
(401) 400-0285 View (401) 400-0285
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Megan Sanderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cranston, RI 02910
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in a holistic, strength based individual model. I strive to provide a culturally informed, social justice and empowerment oriented approach. Using this affirming therapeutic relationship, we can build goals and strategies that fit who you are as an individual. We can together use this foundation to better understand how you experience life and transform this self discovery into change. I work from a strength focused, collaborative approach, combining insight about the self with concrete strategies that help you build skills to combat your issues.
I believe in a holistic, strength based individual model. I strive to provide a culturally informed, social justice and empowerment oriented approach. Using this affirming therapeutic relationship, we can build goals and strategies that fit who you are as an individual. We can together use this foundation to better understand how you experience life and transform this self discovery into change. I work from a strength focused, collaborative approach, combining insight about the self with concrete strategies that help you build skills to combat your issues.
(401) 285-1931 View (401) 285-1931
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Sheri Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cranston, RI 02910  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I also enjoy assisting with perinatal mental health, parenthood, transitions into adulthood, relationships, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life changes, grief and loss.
*waitlist* As a strengths-based therapist, I believe you possess all the inner resources you need to get to where you want to be in life. My job is to add perspective, help you tap into your strengths & intuition, and gently guide you on your journey toward identifying & becoming who you want to be. I provide warm support for women over the age of 18 and use a holistic approach in helping my clients achieve emotional, physical, spiritual, & social balance. I also value mindfulness which includes grounding to the present, expressing gratitude, & prioritizing self-compassion through self-care & an inner voice that is loving and wise.
I also enjoy assisting with perinatal mental health, parenthood, transitions into adulthood, relationships, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life changes, grief and loss.
*waitlist* As a strengths-based therapist, I believe you possess all the inner resources you need to get to where you want to be in life. My job is to add perspective, help you tap into your strengths & intuition, and gently guide you on your journey toward identifying & becoming who you want to be. I provide warm support for women over the age of 18 and use a holistic approach in helping my clients achieve emotional, physical, spiritual, & social balance. I also value mindfulness which includes grounding to the present, expressing gratitude, & prioritizing self-compassion through self-care & an inner voice that is loving and wise.
(401) 406-2199 View (401) 406-2199
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists

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.