Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in American Canyon, CA
Tracy Hesse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
American Canyon, CA 94503
I believe we all possess innate strengths and have the potential to thrive and live meaningful lives; however, sometimes we get stuck. Major changes, life stage transitions, and stressors can become overwhelming, exceed the ability to cope, and prompt individuals, couples, and families to seek outside support. These times also hold potential for healing and growth. I use a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive, attachment, and systems lens to view and explore issues impacting the person, couple, and family; and collaborate to explore possible solutions. I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages and in all life stages.
I believe we all possess innate strengths and have the potential to thrive and live meaningful lives; however, sometimes we get stuck. Major changes, life stage transitions, and stressors can become overwhelming, exceed the ability to cope, and prompt individuals, couples, and families to seek outside support. These times also hold potential for healing and growth. I use a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive, attachment, and systems lens to view and explore issues impacting the person, couple, and family; and collaborate to explore possible solutions. I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages and in all life stages.
I am interested in working with a diverse client base, however have a particular focus in working with young adults. I enjoy working with individuals who are in the process of self discovery as is common for young people who are learning about themselves and making important life decisions. Also, I have a passion for working with the LGBT (and questioning) community. Helping folks who are in the process of coming out and understanding their gender and sexual identities is an area I’ve specialized in.
I am interested in working with a diverse client base, however have a particular focus in working with young adults. I enjoy working with individuals who are in the process of self discovery as is common for young people who are learning about themselves and making important life decisions. Also, I have a passion for working with the LGBT (and questioning) community. Helping folks who are in the process of coming out and understanding their gender and sexual identities is an area I’ve specialized in.
Taylor Vulk
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
American Canyon, CA 94503
I genuinely believe in the ability to change, heal and grow through challenging times. Whether you’re a child, adolescent, adult or family, you deserve to move through life with harmony within yourself and in your relationships. My hope is to help you/your child to navigate life’s challenges and wonders through better understanding emotional regulation, supporting connections, and building skills that can support you/your child throughout a lifetime. My ultimate goal is to provide every client the space to find more self-acceptance and inner peace with the hopes of achieving a solid grounding in one's authentic self.
I genuinely believe in the ability to change, heal and grow through challenging times. Whether you’re a child, adolescent, adult or family, you deserve to move through life with harmony within yourself and in your relationships. My hope is to help you/your child to navigate life’s challenges and wonders through better understanding emotional regulation, supporting connections, and building skills that can support you/your child throughout a lifetime. My ultimate goal is to provide every client the space to find more self-acceptance and inner peace with the hopes of achieving a solid grounding in one's authentic self.
Mika K Shiner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
American Canyon, CA 94503
Life and relationships: ever-changing and often challenging. I offer a safe and collaborative, therapeutic relationship, where you can expand your ability to improve the quality of your life and your relationships. I specialize in working with young adults, individuals, and couples. Therapy can provide understanding, relief from suffering, healthier relationships, and personal empowerment. Each person or couple benefits from therapy design specifically for them.
Life and relationships: ever-changing and often challenging. I offer a safe and collaborative, therapeutic relationship, where you can expand your ability to improve the quality of your life and your relationships. I specialize in working with young adults, individuals, and couples. Therapy can provide understanding, relief from suffering, healthier relationships, and personal empowerment. Each person or couple benefits from therapy design specifically for them.
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Jennifer Inman Hampton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Napa, CA 94559
I guide clients through grief, stress, trauma, body shame, reproductive issues, pregnancy and parenting, depression and anxiety, recovery, caregiving elders, career and life transitions, menopause and aging.
As a dedicated and empathetic therapist, I provide a safe and supportive space for clients to explore thoughts, emotions, sensations and behaviors. With a background in psychology and social work, I am committed to helping clients navigate challenges and facilitate positive changes. I believe in the power of active listening to the mind and body, empathy, and unconditional positive regard to build strong therapeutic relationships. By creating a non-judgmental and collaborative environment, I empower clients to realize a life of richness and meaning through proven therapeutic approaches they adopt for their life beyond the sessions.
I guide clients through grief, stress, trauma, body shame, reproductive issues, pregnancy and parenting, depression and anxiety, recovery, caregiving elders, career and life transitions, menopause and aging.
As a dedicated and empathetic therapist, I provide a safe and supportive space for clients to explore thoughts, emotions, sensations and behaviors. With a background in psychology and social work, I am committed to helping clients navigate challenges and facilitate positive changes. I believe in the power of active listening to the mind and body, empathy, and unconditional positive regard to build strong therapeutic relationships. By creating a non-judgmental and collaborative environment, I empower clients to realize a life of richness and meaning through proven therapeutic approaches they adopt for their life beyond the sessions.
I work with people challenged by loving someone who is addicted to alcohol, sex or drugs, or challenged by the life transitions of marriage, pregnancy, new parenthood, parenting adolescents, divorce and death of a loved one.
Marriage can be extremely challenging, especially if your childhood was less than ideal. I help couples learn to listen to each other and talk about difficult issues without being triggered by past events or experiences. These reactions can cause defensiveness, or result in attacks on, or withdrawal from, the other. I help change these patterns, facilitate productive discussions and help you get the love and closeness back in your marriage. Couples can heal, become stronger in their bond and rejoin in love even after an affair or infatuation.
I have 29 years of experience as an insight-oriented psychotherapist working with individuals and couples.
I work with people challenged by loving someone who is addicted to alcohol, sex or drugs, or challenged by the life transitions of marriage, pregnancy, new parenthood, parenting adolescents, divorce and death of a loved one.
Marriage can be extremely challenging, especially if your childhood was less than ideal. I help couples learn to listen to each other and talk about difficult issues without being triggered by past events or experiences. These reactions can cause defensiveness, or result in attacks on, or withdrawal from, the other. I help change these patterns, facilitate productive discussions and help you get the love and closeness back in your marriage. Couples can heal, become stronger in their bond and rejoin in love even after an affair or infatuation.
I have 29 years of experience as an insight-oriented psychotherapist working with individuals and couples.
Derek Williamson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vallejo, CA 94591
I also enjoy working with teens, young adults, pre and postpartum issues.
If you are someone struggling in life right now, I would love to help you. I love what I do and I work hard for my clients to help them become the best versions of themselves. I offer individual, family and couples counseling. From my experience as a stay at home Dad of 5 years, I gained a special interest in working with parents and families.
I also enjoy working with teens, young adults, pre and postpartum issues.
If you are someone struggling in life right now, I would love to help you. I love what I do and I work hard for my clients to help them become the best versions of themselves. I offer individual, family and couples counseling. From my experience as a stay at home Dad of 5 years, I gained a special interest in working with parents and families.
Liz Eichmann @ The Connective
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Benicia, CA 94510
I have experience working with both children and adults and specialize in anxiety disorders, LGBTQI2A, gender diversity, sexual minorities. sexual trauma, and all stages of a person's birth journey (family planning, early pregnancy loss, abortion, labor, and postpartum).
I have experience working with both children and adults and specialize in anxiety disorders, LGBTQI2A, gender diversity, sexual minorities. sexual trauma, and all stages of a person's birth journey (family planning, early pregnancy loss, abortion, labor, and postpartum).
The Connective (formerly Wellspace SF)
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Benicia, CA 94510
Our many specializations include: Gen Z and Millennials, relationship issues, self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, depression, perfectionism + imposter syndrome, gender, racial and sexual identity, life balance, dating + relationships, career transition, body image, trauma/EMDR, pregnancy and postpartum support, grief, and OCD.
Tired of calling around? We have immediate openings! The Connective is an integrative practice of psychotherapists, certified coaches, and holistic health practitioners dedicated to a common goal: guiding, inspiring, and empowering individuals to live more authentic, fulfulling and healthy lives. From navigating personal and professional roadblocks, to achieving optimal health and wellness, our mission is to provide compassionate and strengths-based support centered on the whole person.
Our many specializations include: Gen Z and Millennials, relationship issues, self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, depression, perfectionism + imposter syndrome, gender, racial and sexual identity, life balance, dating + relationships, career transition, body image, trauma/EMDR, pregnancy and postpartum support, grief, and OCD.
Tired of calling around? We have immediate openings! The Connective is an integrative practice of psychotherapists, certified coaches, and holistic health practitioners dedicated to a common goal: guiding, inspiring, and empowering individuals to live more authentic, fulfulling and healthy lives. From navigating personal and professional roadblocks, to achieving optimal health and wellness, our mission is to provide compassionate and strengths-based support centered on the whole person.
Hi, I'm Alissa! My name is Alissa Burnham, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Perinatal Mental Health therapist. I work with individuals across the life span with a focus on treating perinatal clients and young adults 18 - 25 yo. A blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness coupled with an anti-oppression framework supports clients in finding clarity, building on existing inner resources and increasing well being with self and others.
Hi, I'm Alissa! My name is Alissa Burnham, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Perinatal Mental Health therapist. I work with individuals across the life span with a focus on treating perinatal clients and young adults 18 - 25 yo. A blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness coupled with an anti-oppression framework supports clients in finding clarity, building on existing inner resources and increasing well being with self and others.
Hi there! I’m Alexandra Evans, a Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in training, finishing up my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University (I’ll be graduating in June 2025). I specialize in helping clients through family issues, relationships, self-esteem, grief, and big life changes like pregnancy and postpartum. I also support people dealing with anxiety, depression, or PTSD, especially when those challenges are tied to these life experiences.
Hi there! I’m Alexandra Evans, a Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in training, finishing up my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University (I’ll be graduating in June 2025). I specialize in helping clients through family issues, relationships, self-esteem, grief, and big life changes like pregnancy and postpartum. I also support people dealing with anxiety, depression, or PTSD, especially when those challenges are tied to these life experiences.
Also, as a mother, I have realized the importance of Perinatal Mental Health.
Are you looking for a change, support, or guidance? Are you ready to move forward and focus on a healthier version of yourself? I am here to help you take the next step to address any life stressors that may be causing you to need additional support. Everyone is on their journey, and therapy is a great way to help navigate and create your path to wellness. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I have been practicing for 7+ years in the state of California. I am here to assist you in managing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, or any other mental health disorder you may be dealing with at the time.
Also, as a mother, I have realized the importance of Perinatal Mental Health.
Are you looking for a change, support, or guidance? Are you ready to move forward and focus on a healthier version of yourself? I am here to help you take the next step to address any life stressors that may be causing you to need additional support. Everyone is on their journey, and therapy is a great way to help navigate and create your path to wellness. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I have been practicing for 7+ years in the state of California. I am here to assist you in managing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, or any other mental health disorder you may be dealing with at the time.
Finding the right counselor is like dating--you have to have chemistry, and someone you just "click" with. Building a solid, trusting, professional relationship is key, and I take great pleasure and pride in forming these connections with my clients. Whether you are dealing with a major traumatic event, or just need extra support, we can figure it out together. I like to say, "I will help give you the map, but I won't drive the car". I love empowering clients to make their own change; there is no better feeling on either side.
Finding the right counselor is like dating--you have to have chemistry, and someone you just "click" with. Building a solid, trusting, professional relationship is key, and I take great pleasure and pride in forming these connections with my clients. Whether you are dealing with a major traumatic event, or just need extra support, we can figure it out together. I like to say, "I will help give you the map, but I won't drive the car". I love empowering clients to make their own change; there is no better feeling on either side.
Hello and Welcome! I am happy you found me. I'm Elyse and I look forward to the opportunity to meet you. I think that one of the most important parts of therapy is building a personal connection with your therapist since it's a vital to feel like your therapist is someone who you can trust. I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to be seen and heard in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Hello and Welcome! I am happy you found me. I'm Elyse and I look forward to the opportunity to meet you. I think that one of the most important parts of therapy is building a personal connection with your therapist since it's a vital to feel like your therapist is someone who you can trust. I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to be seen and heard in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
I help you dissolve emotional triggers so that you learn to access real ease and discover how to end unhelpful reactions and ingrained habits that make living in your head, in your body and in your relationships challenging and exhausting. When you do this work, you not only heal addictive loops but also free yourself from feeling at the mercy of mood swings, triggering relationship patterns and emotional rollercoasters.
I help you dissolve emotional triggers so that you learn to access real ease and discover how to end unhelpful reactions and ingrained habits that make living in your head, in your body and in your relationships challenging and exhausting. When you do this work, you not only heal addictive loops but also free yourself from feeling at the mercy of mood swings, triggering relationship patterns and emotional rollercoasters.
Currently accepting new clients! You are looking to make some positive changes in your life but are unsure of how or where to begin. You are open to counseling and willing to take small steps towards a happier and healthier version of yourself. Exploring the ways your thoughts or behaviors have been contributing to your distress is challenging, but you are committed to working towards your full potential. You might also be a parent who is struggling to find help for your child who has been acting out and are at a loss of what to do.
Currently accepting new clients! You are looking to make some positive changes in your life but are unsure of how or where to begin. You are open to counseling and willing to take small steps towards a happier and healthier version of yourself. Exploring the ways your thoughts or behaviors have been contributing to your distress is challenging, but you are committed to working towards your full potential. You might also be a parent who is struggling to find help for your child who has been acting out and are at a loss of what to do.
I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), an evidenced based approach to treating a variety of clinical problems, including trauma, adverse life experiences, anxiety, depression and pain. EMDR targets past/current issues, and helps clients to face the future more adaptively. I also provide a range of additional services, including psychological assessments, pre-employment evaluations, expert witness testimony, trainings to various agencies and companies on topics including trauma, resiliency, mental health awareness and communication skills. I'm also a certified psychedelic assisted therapist.
I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), an evidenced based approach to treating a variety of clinical problems, including trauma, adverse life experiences, anxiety, depression and pain. EMDR targets past/current issues, and helps clients to face the future more adaptively. I also provide a range of additional services, including psychological assessments, pre-employment evaluations, expert witness testimony, trainings to various agencies and companies on topics including trauma, resiliency, mental health awareness and communication skills. I'm also a certified psychedelic assisted therapist.
Making the decision to see a therapist is definitely not easy, so if you’ve made it this far I congratulate you! Are you suffering from a huge loss or traumatic event that you can't seem to move past? Is anxiety taking over your life, making it hard to function or be present? Are you completely burned out by parenting, work, or relationship, and searching for balance or peace in your life? If this sounds like you, I believe I can help. I have worked as a therapist for over 15 years, and in my experience I've seen that anxiety trauma prevalent in almost all of us, and that there is hope.
Making the decision to see a therapist is definitely not easy, so if you’ve made it this far I congratulate you! Are you suffering from a huge loss or traumatic event that you can't seem to move past? Is anxiety taking over your life, making it hard to function or be present? Are you completely burned out by parenting, work, or relationship, and searching for balance or peace in your life? If this sounds like you, I believe I can help. I have worked as a therapist for over 15 years, and in my experience I've seen that anxiety trauma prevalent in almost all of us, and that there is hope.
Therapy is an invaluable tool to our well-being— a tool that aims to support individuals through difficult times. I strongly believe our purpose on earth is to grow and evolve as individuals along this journey of life. We are all born with unique personalities into a world that heavily influences the way we perceive love and fear. Our early experiences shape the path we take. It is not easy to separate that which is truly us from what was imposed upon us. The therapeutic process provides space for vulnerability and exploration of our individual life so we can strip away that which does not belong to us.
Therapy is an invaluable tool to our well-being— a tool that aims to support individuals through difficult times. I strongly believe our purpose on earth is to grow and evolve as individuals along this journey of life. We are all born with unique personalities into a world that heavily influences the way we perceive love and fear. Our early experiences shape the path we take. It is not easy to separate that which is truly us from what was imposed upon us. The therapeutic process provides space for vulnerability and exploration of our individual life so we can strip away that which does not belong to us.
Life is full of transitions and uncertainties. Unexpected challenges can often leave you feeling overwhelmed, powerless and stuck. It takes courage to ask for assistance for your emotional needs. I would be honored to offer you a warm, supportive and nonjudgmental atmosphere to build upon your innate strengths and learn new tools and coping strategies for lasting results. Therapy is a deeply personal process and my approach is person centered and collaborative. Together we will access your own inner wisdom which will guide you on a path of self discovery and harmony in relationship with yourself and others.
Life is full of transitions and uncertainties. Unexpected challenges can often leave you feeling overwhelmed, powerless and stuck. It takes courage to ask for assistance for your emotional needs. I would be honored to offer you a warm, supportive and nonjudgmental atmosphere to build upon your innate strengths and learn new tools and coping strategies for lasting results. Therapy is a deeply personal process and my approach is person centered and collaborative. Together we will access your own inner wisdom which will guide you on a path of self discovery and harmony in relationship with yourself and others.
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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.