Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Gold River, CA
Charise Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gold River, CA 95670
You want to live the life you imagined for yourself; however, you find that self-criticism, painful past experiences, & negative feedback from others are taking up most of the space in your head. Your mental & physical energy are drained, leaving you feeling stuck and unmotivated. Your joy & hope are held captive & you find yourself in survival mode doing just what it takes to get through the day. You look at others & long for the success, confidence, & meaningful relationships that they seem to have mastered. You've tried many things (maybe even other therapists) & haven't achieved lasting change.
You want to live the life you imagined for yourself; however, you find that self-criticism, painful past experiences, & negative feedback from others are taking up most of the space in your head. Your mental & physical energy are drained, leaving you feeling stuck and unmotivated. Your joy & hope are held captive & you find yourself in survival mode doing just what it takes to get through the day. You look at others & long for the success, confidence, & meaningful relationships that they seem to have mastered. You've tried many things (maybe even other therapists) & haven't achieved lasting change.
Sandra McBride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gold River, CA 95670
Are you experiencing anxiety, grief, sadness, anger, trauma, or stress from daily life? My goal is to help you explore your core strengths to improve your emotions, build better relationships, or strengthen perceived weaknesses. As a therapist I've provided treatment services in a variety of settings residential, behavioral/mental health, elementary/ high schools grades K-12th, and private practice. In each settings I've found the most common reason for a client not seeking help earlier, fear of being judged. I'm here to actively listen, offer coping skills and techniques to help you better understand problems and solve them.
Are you experiencing anxiety, grief, sadness, anger, trauma, or stress from daily life? My goal is to help you explore your core strengths to improve your emotions, build better relationships, or strengthen perceived weaknesses. As a therapist I've provided treatment services in a variety of settings residential, behavioral/mental health, elementary/ high schools grades K-12th, and private practice. In each settings I've found the most common reason for a client not seeking help earlier, fear of being judged. I'm here to actively listen, offer coping skills and techniques to help you better understand problems and solve them.
Kateri Marie Ross
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gold River, CA 95670
Waitlist for new clients
I'd like to guide and empower the process of your change! We all have negative thoughts at times that can disrupt our lives and interfere with our ability to move forward. Negative thinking can take on many forms that can cause or worsen anxiety, depression, and past trauma and can even have an impact on our physical health. Negative thinking doesn't occur without consequences because it can affect every part of your life including how you feel, your relationships, and decision-making. Fortunately, there are steps and techniques you can use to counteract negative thinking and I would like to guide you in this process.
I'd like to guide and empower the process of your change! We all have negative thoughts at times that can disrupt our lives and interfere with our ability to move forward. Negative thinking can take on many forms that can cause or worsen anxiety, depression, and past trauma and can even have an impact on our physical health. Negative thinking doesn't occur without consequences because it can affect every part of your life including how you feel, your relationships, and decision-making. Fortunately, there are steps and techniques you can use to counteract negative thinking and I would like to guide you in this process.
Restored Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, ACSW, AMFT
Verified Verified
Gold River, CA 95670
At Restored Wellness Counseling, we have therapists with varying specialties and we are sure to find a therapist that meets your needs. Our therapists have specialized training in various research-based methods to help you focus on healing from the very first session. Our mission is to help you gain the insight and tools to confidently walk your path to mental health and wellness. We have offices in Elk Grove, Roseville, and Gold River (Hwy 50 & Sunrise). We also see clients online throughout California.
At Restored Wellness Counseling, we have therapists with varying specialties and we are sure to find a therapist that meets your needs. Our therapists have specialized training in various research-based methods to help you focus on healing from the very first session. Our mission is to help you gain the insight and tools to confidently walk your path to mental health and wellness. We have offices in Elk Grove, Roseville, and Gold River (Hwy 50 & Sunrise). We also see clients online throughout California.
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself as I am then I can change." - Dr. Carl Rogers. We emphasize to every person who comes through our door that they are the experts in their care. We provide the space and proper conditions to help this person live their life to their fullest potential.
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself as I am then I can change." - Dr. Carl Rogers. We emphasize to every person who comes through our door that they are the experts in their care. We provide the space and proper conditions to help this person live their life to their fullest potential.
Margot Frost
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gold River, CA 95670 (Online Only)
Do you suspect that you have ADHD or autism (formerly known as Asperger's), or that your mind has always worked a little differently? Do you feel like your suspected diagnosis is holding you back? Congratulations, you are in the right place. Whether it's relationship problems, job issues, or just feeling overwhelmed and disorganized, sometimes it can feel like you just can’t get it right, despite tremendous effort. Let's work together to change those self-destructive thought patterns and create a new narrative.
Do you suspect that you have ADHD or autism (formerly known as Asperger's), or that your mind has always worked a little differently? Do you feel like your suspected diagnosis is holding you back? Congratulations, you are in the right place. Whether it's relationship problems, job issues, or just feeling overwhelmed and disorganized, sometimes it can feel like you just can’t get it right, despite tremendous effort. Let's work together to change those self-destructive thought patterns and create a new narrative.
My name is Janet Lengsfelder. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I have been a nurse for over 40 years as well. My approach to therapy is to witness and support individuals and couples as they learn and grow so that they can experience joy, love, and peace in their lives. My post-graduate training was in Gestalt therapy. I believe the psychotherapy situation is a laboratory, an opportunity to look at oneself in a variety of mirrors. My role is as a guide and witness. I respect and honor the client to make the choices that bring freedom and fullness to their life.
My name is Janet Lengsfelder. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I have been a nurse for over 40 years as well. My approach to therapy is to witness and support individuals and couples as they learn and grow so that they can experience joy, love, and peace in their lives. My post-graduate training was in Gestalt therapy. I believe the psychotherapy situation is a laboratory, an opportunity to look at oneself in a variety of mirrors. My role is as a guide and witness. I respect and honor the client to make the choices that bring freedom and fullness to their life.
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Catherine O'Brien
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmichael, CA 95608
I specialize in helping couples prepare for the transition from pregnancy to parenthood by managing overwhelm, creating more ease and deepening connection.
Do you feel like all the other new parents seem to have it all together? Do you get easily irritated, anxious, and overwhelmed at the simplest things? Do you feel guilty because you have such a beautiful and good baby, but still feel like crap? Do you find yourself asking WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME? Having a baby changes everything! Even when you have longed for a baby the fatigue and exhaustion have the better of you. Your relationship has changed with your partner and not always for the better.
I specialize in helping couples prepare for the transition from pregnancy to parenthood by managing overwhelm, creating more ease and deepening connection.
Do you feel like all the other new parents seem to have it all together? Do you get easily irritated, anxious, and overwhelmed at the simplest things? Do you feel guilty because you have such a beautiful and good baby, but still feel like crap? Do you find yourself asking WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME? Having a baby changes everything! Even when you have longed for a baby the fatigue and exhaustion have the better of you. Your relationship has changed with your partner and not always for the better.
Alexandra Northern
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carmichael, CA 95608 (Online Only)
I am continually inspired by those navigating life's transitions; grief, pregnancy, parenting, separations or divorce, medical diagnoses, caring for those who are ill or dying.
Hello and welcome, my name is Alexandra Northern, LMFT practicing since 2009. The things that I have come to learn and believe about therapy are; 1. the power of a good fit between client and therapist is boundless 2. if you are not feeling progress after a fair amount of time talk to your therapist about it; the techniques being used may not be a good fit 3. there is no emotion unable to be helped by the therapeutic experience as long as you are open 4. vulnerability is a part of any great movement in life.
I am continually inspired by those navigating life's transitions; grief, pregnancy, parenting, separations or divorce, medical diagnoses, caring for those who are ill or dying.
Hello and welcome, my name is Alexandra Northern, LMFT practicing since 2009. The things that I have come to learn and believe about therapy are; 1. the power of a good fit between client and therapist is boundless 2. if you are not feeling progress after a fair amount of time talk to your therapist about it; the techniques being used may not be a good fit 3. there is no emotion unable to be helped by the therapeutic experience as long as you are open 4. vulnerability is a part of any great movement in life.
I am passionate about supporting clients by drawing on personal strengths and resilience to empower positive self-care. I specialize in stress, mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment/life transitions, women's health, health behavior change, sleep disorders, weight management, chronic pain management, and sexual functioning. In addition, I have expertise in working with individuals during pregnancy and postpartum, including grief following pregnancy loss, mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment to pregnancy and postpartum, and co-occurring medical concerns throughout the reproductive period.
I am passionate about supporting clients by drawing on personal strengths and resilience to empower positive self-care. I specialize in stress, mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment/life transitions, women's health, health behavior change, sleep disorders, weight management, chronic pain management, and sexual functioning. In addition, I have expertise in working with individuals during pregnancy and postpartum, including grief following pregnancy loss, mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment to pregnancy and postpartum, and co-occurring medical concerns throughout the reproductive period.
While I've worked with all ages in the past, my main type of clients served are from ages 15-45, working through anxiety, depression, major life transitions, perinatal processing (pre and post pregnancy), and ADHD management.
Hello! My name is Rachel Smith, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is very client focused. I want you to feel comfortable sharing anything and everything with me, but I also recognize that trust is built. I want you to feel truly heard while working to incorporate practical solutions and techniques into your daily life.
While I've worked with all ages in the past, my main type of clients served are from ages 15-45, working through anxiety, depression, major life transitions, perinatal processing (pre and post pregnancy), and ADHD management.
Hello! My name is Rachel Smith, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is very client focused. I want you to feel comfortable sharing anything and everything with me, but I also recognize that trust is built. I want you to feel truly heard while working to incorporate practical solutions and techniques into your daily life.
Allison Carr Bachelder Is Not Currently Accepting New Clients.
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95811
My therapeutic focuses are the generational challenges that Millenials and Gen Z face, navigating relationships, processing trauma and grief, prenatal and postpartum challenges, and anxiety, and depression.
“Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, need, or should do it alone.” – Lisa Olivera. I deeply understand and respect the complexity of the human experience. I consider it a privilege to work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples as they navigate life. I consider it a privilege to work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples as they navigate life. I collaborate with clients to learn their unique needs, individualize therapeutic tools, and integrate research-based techniques.
My therapeutic focuses are the generational challenges that Millenials and Gen Z face, navigating relationships, processing trauma and grief, prenatal and postpartum challenges, and anxiety, and depression.
“Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, need, or should do it alone.” – Lisa Olivera. I deeply understand and respect the complexity of the human experience. I consider it a privilege to work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples as they navigate life. I consider it a privilege to work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples as they navigate life. I collaborate with clients to learn their unique needs, individualize therapeutic tools, and integrate research-based techniques.
Shila Vardell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Carmichael, CA 95608
If you are experiencing panic attacks, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, marital issues, parenting issues or postpartum issues, I am here to help. I work with teens, adults, individuals, couples and families. I work with clients to help them change their thinking patterns to form a healthier version of their thoughts and feelings. As a mom of 4 children, I am also passionate about supporting clients in various stages of pregnancy and postpartum. I want to ensure that therapy is as affordable as possible and happy to work with you to fit your financial needs.
If you are experiencing panic attacks, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, marital issues, parenting issues or postpartum issues, I am here to help. I work with teens, adults, individuals, couples and families. I work with clients to help them change their thinking patterns to form a healthier version of their thoughts and feelings. As a mom of 4 children, I am also passionate about supporting clients in various stages of pregnancy and postpartum. I want to ensure that therapy is as affordable as possible and happy to work with you to fit your financial needs.
My ideal clients are women, 18 and older, who tend to appear to others to “have it all together”. They can carry many responsibilities and can achieve a lot, sometimes making it seem easy on the outside. Internally, these women may feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or exhausted. Sometimes they may struggle in their relationship with their own emotions, with their relationship with food or their bodies, or with alcohol. If you may be one of these women, my goal is to provide you with support, to help you be kinder to yourself, and to help you slow down to enjoy the life that you have created.
My ideal clients are women, 18 and older, who tend to appear to others to “have it all together”. They can carry many responsibilities and can achieve a lot, sometimes making it seem easy on the outside. Internally, these women may feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or exhausted. Sometimes they may struggle in their relationship with their own emotions, with their relationship with food or their bodies, or with alcohol. If you may be one of these women, my goal is to provide you with support, to help you be kinder to yourself, and to help you slow down to enjoy the life that you have created.
Lisa Androvich
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Are there areas in life that you find challenging to manage? Parenting? Relationships? Stress? Do you need to strengthen the relationship lines with your partner, your children, your parents? Are past wounds preventing you to live the life you once imagined for yourself? I feel strongly about developing a collaborative relationship with you, and about helping you see choices you have to move toward an experience that is rewarding and gratifying. If you are unsure of where to begin, I am happy to assist you in that process.
Are there areas in life that you find challenging to manage? Parenting? Relationships? Stress? Do you need to strengthen the relationship lines with your partner, your children, your parents? Are past wounds preventing you to live the life you once imagined for yourself? I feel strongly about developing a collaborative relationship with you, and about helping you see choices you have to move toward an experience that is rewarding and gratifying. If you are unsure of where to begin, I am happy to assist you in that process.
Guided Perspectives Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carmichael, CA 95608 (Online Only)
Guided Perspectives Marriage and Family Therapy is focused on finding solutions and guiding perspectives when confronting difficult issues related to work/life balance, family planning and difficulties, relationships, LGBTQIA+ issues, and other situations you need a helping hand to get through. Our therapists have endured family loss, military deployments, mental health recovery, financial loss, raising children, aging family members, navigating special needs, and many other challenges that come with life. This allows them a unique perspective and a non-traditional look on therapy to support you through your therapeutic journey.
Guided Perspectives Marriage and Family Therapy is focused on finding solutions and guiding perspectives when confronting difficult issues related to work/life balance, family planning and difficulties, relationships, LGBTQIA+ issues, and other situations you need a helping hand to get through. Our therapists have endured family loss, military deployments, mental health recovery, financial loss, raising children, aging family members, navigating special needs, and many other challenges that come with life. This allows them a unique perspective and a non-traditional look on therapy to support you through your therapeutic journey.
Marta Guandique
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carmichael, CA 95608 (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I am a Bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist with over 10 years of experience. I want to support people on their mental health journey and would like to be a part of your journey. I believe therapy can be a positive experience by creating a therapeutic environment built on feeling safe, establishing trust, learning about oneself, and learning how to take steps to heal. I meet clients where they are emotionally and integrate different therapeutic modalities to support each client reach their goals.
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I am a Bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist with over 10 years of experience. I want to support people on their mental health journey and would like to be a part of your journey. I believe therapy can be a positive experience by creating a therapeutic environment built on feeling safe, establishing trust, learning about oneself, and learning how to take steps to heal. I meet clients where they are emotionally and integrate different therapeutic modalities to support each client reach their goals.
My name is Jesenia Gil, and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, parenting, and more. I utilize an empathic, collaborative, and integrative approach tailored to each client’s needs. I enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. I specialize in working with individuals with symptoms of anxiety, depression, life stressors, transitions, issues with parenting, family conflict, and relationship/peer issues.
My name is Jesenia Gil, and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, parenting, and more. I utilize an empathic, collaborative, and integrative approach tailored to each client’s needs. I enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. I specialize in working with individuals with symptoms of anxiety, depression, life stressors, transitions, issues with parenting, family conflict, and relationship/peer issues.
Hello there! My name is Elizabeth Butler, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Life is like the ocean it has many waves, and I am here to help guide you and show you the tools to help you keep riding the waves of life. Whether you are struggling with the pain of depression, anxiety, or everyday stressors (i.e. school, work, relationships) I invite you to work with me to come up with a plan that meets your needs. I consider myself an integrative therapist, incorporating several different theories and modalities in my work. Such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy.
Hello there! My name is Elizabeth Butler, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Life is like the ocean it has many waves, and I am here to help guide you and show you the tools to help you keep riding the waves of life. Whether you are struggling with the pain of depression, anxiety, or everyday stressors (i.e. school, work, relationships) I invite you to work with me to come up with a plan that meets your needs. I consider myself an integrative therapist, incorporating several different theories and modalities in my work. Such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy.
Life can be hard-- really hard. Sometimes, we are just trying to survive and we end up in a place we don’t want to be: depression, anger, anxiety, loneliness, hopelessness. Asking for help is an act of strength and courage. I have a passion for helping others find their way toward who they want to be. I can help you become more proactive, not just reacting to the circumstances of life. Understanding the past. Managing the present. Building for the future. It’s never too late for change! Life can be better if you are willing to do the work. Are you ready to begin?
Life can be hard-- really hard. Sometimes, we are just trying to survive and we end up in a place we don’t want to be: depression, anger, anxiety, loneliness, hopelessness. Asking for help is an act of strength and courage. I have a passion for helping others find their way toward who they want to be. I can help you become more proactive, not just reacting to the circumstances of life. Understanding the past. Managing the present. Building for the future. It’s never too late for change! Life can be better if you are willing to do the work. Are you ready to begin?
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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.