Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Boulder, CO
Melissa J Lockman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80304
You deserve to survive the stresses of fertility or pregnancy or traumatic birth.
Navigating the waters of fertility challenges, pregnancy, birth, and being a new parent can be hard. Navigating the aftermath of past traumas in your body and nervous system can be isolating, exhausting, and soul-crushing. And sometimes those landscapes are one and the same. Past traumas resurface during fertility treatment, pregnancy or postpartum. Or new ones emerge with a traumatic birth or with feeling overwhelmed by parenting. But you’re not alone in this journey. I offer somatic psychotherapy for mothers, families and others who are looking for a whole person approach for resolving life's struggles.
You deserve to survive the stresses of fertility or pregnancy or traumatic birth.
Navigating the waters of fertility challenges, pregnancy, birth, and being a new parent can be hard. Navigating the aftermath of past traumas in your body and nervous system can be isolating, exhausting, and soul-crushing. And sometimes those landscapes are one and the same. Past traumas resurface during fertility treatment, pregnancy or postpartum. Or new ones emerge with a traumatic birth or with feeling overwhelmed by parenting. But you’re not alone in this journey. I offer somatic psychotherapy for mothers, families and others who are looking for a whole person approach for resolving life's struggles.
The Parent & Family Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
While Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) are a big part of what we support and treat, we are focused on promoting the mental health of all women, men, children, and families through reproduction and the transition to parenthood and beyond.
The PFWC is a center dedicated to the prevention, support, and treatment of maternal and family mental health challenges. The PFWC consists of perinatal mental health specialists, graduate level interns, a robust reproductive psychiatric team, acupuncturist, doula, infant/child sleep specialist, and a lactation consultant all of whom are speciality trained in reproductive and perinatal mental health.
While Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) are a big part of what we support and treat, we are focused on promoting the mental health of all women, men, children, and families through reproduction and the transition to parenthood and beyond.
The PFWC is a center dedicated to the prevention, support, and treatment of maternal and family mental health challenges. The PFWC consists of perinatal mental health specialists, graduate level interns, a robust reproductive psychiatric team, acupuncturist, doula, infant/child sleep specialist, and a lactation consultant all of whom are speciality trained in reproductive and perinatal mental health.
Lexie Deignan | Breathe Therapy And Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
Do you want to feel more connected to yourself and have healthier, authentic relationships? Would you like to learn how to live embodied and present amidst mental health experiences, life transitions, trauma and/or loss? Or, are you navigating family planning, the perinatal period or early childhood parenting and feeling curious about how to honor yourself and your child + family at the same time? You're not alone and you don't have to move any of this on your own. I believe in the power of healing through relationships and would love to talk with you and see if we may be a good fit.
Do you want to feel more connected to yourself and have healthier, authentic relationships? Would you like to learn how to live embodied and present amidst mental health experiences, life transitions, trauma and/or loss? Or, are you navigating family planning, the perinatal period or early childhood parenting and feeling curious about how to honor yourself and your child + family at the same time? You're not alone and you don't have to move any of this on your own. I believe in the power of healing through relationships and would love to talk with you and see if we may be a good fit.
And also for: expectant parents and families with young children, focused on: preparing for parenthood, healing after infertility, perinatal loss, or birth trauma, parenting young children, and psycho-educational classes for the prenatal period and early parenthood.
Relationships create the foundation of our lives throughout our entire existence. In fact, our earliest relationships can impact nearly every future interaction we have. If you have questions, concerns, or curiosities about any of your relationships - with your partner, children, extended family, or friends - working with a therapist specially trained in attachment work can change your life. Finding a therapist who really understands you, and what you are going through, is imperative in attachment work. Find someone who will both deeply support you and gently challenge you when you are on the edge of growth.
And also for: expectant parents and families with young children, focused on: preparing for parenthood, healing after infertility, perinatal loss, or birth trauma, parenting young children, and psycho-educational classes for the prenatal period and early parenthood.
Relationships create the foundation of our lives throughout our entire existence. In fact, our earliest relationships can impact nearly every future interaction we have. If you have questions, concerns, or curiosities about any of your relationships - with your partner, children, extended family, or friends - working with a therapist specially trained in attachment work can change your life. Finding a therapist who really understands you, and what you are going through, is imperative in attachment work. Find someone who will both deeply support you and gently challenge you when you are on the edge of growth.
I have clinical expertise in parenting, perinatal mental health, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, adjustment to chronic illness, and fertility issues.
Parenting, especially in the midst of our ever changing, fast moving culture, comes with many joys and challenges. Our expectations of parenthood often do not match our reality and this can leave caregivers with feelings of anxiety, stress, isolation, inadequacy and loneliness. Having a place to explore those feelings without judgement is what makes therapy so powerful. I am here to help you navigate parenting in a supportive non-judgmental space. Book a free 20 minute phone consultation to learn how we could work together.
I have clinical expertise in parenting, perinatal mental health, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, adjustment to chronic illness, and fertility issues.
Parenting, especially in the midst of our ever changing, fast moving culture, comes with many joys and challenges. Our expectations of parenthood often do not match our reality and this can leave caregivers with feelings of anxiety, stress, isolation, inadequacy and loneliness. Having a place to explore those feelings without judgement is what makes therapy so powerful. I am here to help you navigate parenting in a supportive non-judgmental space. Book a free 20 minute phone consultation to learn how we could work together.
Hannah Martell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C, ECMH-E®
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
I am passionate about collaborating with others in their healing journeys. As a Board Certified Art Therapist I utilize a holistic, mindfulness based, client-centered approach to work with children, adolescents, and adults to heal from anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, and loss. I specialize in early-childhood mental health (birth-8yrs) as well as perinatal/ postpartum mental health and am trained in EMDR. I work in partnership with caregivers and young children to focus on integrating and healing early trauma, attachment disruptions, and building secure relationships between caregiver and child.
I am passionate about collaborating with others in their healing journeys. As a Board Certified Art Therapist I utilize a holistic, mindfulness based, client-centered approach to work with children, adolescents, and adults to heal from anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, and loss. I specialize in early-childhood mental health (birth-8yrs) as well as perinatal/ postpartum mental health and am trained in EMDR. I work in partnership with caregivers and young children to focus on integrating and healing early trauma, attachment disruptions, and building secure relationships between caregiver and child.
Emily Fried
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd, CLC, IMHM-C, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
Through perinatal psychotherapy and parent-infant psychotherapy, I help parents who may be stressed, overwhelmed or ambivalent, may not feel bonded with their baby, or easily distressed by fussiness; parents with depression/anxiety, birth trauma or infant loss; parents with childhood trauma.
I am an Infant, Early Childhood and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist with specialized training and expertise in children birth through 6 years old, and parents during prenatal and postpartum periods. I work with families navigating challenges in mental health, behavior, and development, while promoting emotion regulation, reflection, healing, and strengthening attachment relationships. My approach is tailored to each individual family, stemming from psychodynamic principles and other evidence-based therapies. I offer play therapy and perinatal mental health services, as well as parenting support, coaching and consultation.
Through perinatal psychotherapy and parent-infant psychotherapy, I help parents who may be stressed, overwhelmed or ambivalent, may not feel bonded with their baby, or easily distressed by fussiness; parents with depression/anxiety, birth trauma or infant loss; parents with childhood trauma.
I am an Infant, Early Childhood and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist with specialized training and expertise in children birth through 6 years old, and parents during prenatal and postpartum periods. I work with families navigating challenges in mental health, behavior, and development, while promoting emotion regulation, reflection, healing, and strengthening attachment relationships. My approach is tailored to each individual family, stemming from psychodynamic principles and other evidence-based therapies. I offer play therapy and perinatal mental health services, as well as parenting support, coaching and consultation.
Is your relationship overshadowed by disagreements? Has infidelity or betrayal breached your trust? Couples therapy offers a structured container to communicate, connect and bring compassion to yourself and your partner. From this space you will be able to reach out with openness, courage, and create possibility for real relational change. In individual therapy, I offer support in self discovery, unwinding harmful patterns, and processing trauma. Integrating all parts of your experience increases presence and availability for your family, work and relationships. I have special interest in supporting parents in the perinatal period.
Is your relationship overshadowed by disagreements? Has infidelity or betrayal breached your trust? Couples therapy offers a structured container to communicate, connect and bring compassion to yourself and your partner. From this space you will be able to reach out with openness, courage, and create possibility for real relational change. In individual therapy, I offer support in self discovery, unwinding harmful patterns, and processing trauma. Integrating all parts of your experience increases presence and availability for your family, work and relationships. I have special interest in supporting parents in the perinatal period.
I specialize in women's wellness, pregnancy/ postpartum/parenting, infertility and loss, and relationships.
Hi, there! I offer individual and couples therapy. I help you learn how to support your body and mind to find relief from overwhelm, stress, anxiety, and depression. Deciding you need more support can be such a vulnerable moment. By searching for a therapist who feels like the right fit, you are one step closer to finding more ease, relief, acceptance, and connection in your life. I strive to provide a space in which you feel heard and held in the challenges you are facing every day. I take a holistic approach with a focus on mindfulness, whole body awareness, and connection. I use a variety of modalities including Brainspotting.
I specialize in women's wellness, pregnancy/ postpartum/parenting, infertility and loss, and relationships.
Hi, there! I offer individual and couples therapy. I help you learn how to support your body and mind to find relief from overwhelm, stress, anxiety, and depression. Deciding you need more support can be such a vulnerable moment. By searching for a therapist who feels like the right fit, you are one step closer to finding more ease, relief, acceptance, and connection in your life. I strive to provide a space in which you feel heard and held in the challenges you are facing every day. I take a holistic approach with a focus on mindfulness, whole body awareness, and connection. I use a variety of modalities including Brainspotting.
Marco Renzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80303 (Online Only)
I seek to create a safe, welcoming environment where genuine conversation and exploration can occur. My specialties include relationships, sexual challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, and distress around identity. I also support clients with transitions to parenthood and postpartum challenges. Oftentimes these life transitions are more difficult than most people can imagine. I recognize the obstacles each person overcomes to start therapy and the courage required to begin that process. Together, we will look for pragmatic and effective ways to ignite the process towards feeling better and living a more authentic life.
I seek to create a safe, welcoming environment where genuine conversation and exploration can occur. My specialties include relationships, sexual challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, and distress around identity. I also support clients with transitions to parenthood and postpartum challenges. Oftentimes these life transitions are more difficult than most people can imagine. I recognize the obstacles each person overcomes to start therapy and the courage required to begin that process. Together, we will look for pragmatic and effective ways to ignite the process towards feeling better and living a more authentic life.
Diane Hall Drapkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
“ I am committed to supporting and treating women and their families who are struggling with anxiety and depression during pregnancy and postpartum. I have a strength based, solution focused approach and I will work with you to navigate the challenges of parenthood. “
“ I am committed to supporting and treating women and their families who are struggling with anxiety and depression during pregnancy and postpartum. I have a strength based, solution focused approach and I will work with you to navigate the challenges of parenthood. “
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Lisa M Firle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
I work primarily with complex trauma, postnatal and postpartum mental health, with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression.
If you are ready for real change in your life and are tired of being stuck in the same routine, same fears, or same unhelpful thought patterns, then we will likely work well together. Many of the clients who see me for therapy have experienced excessive worry and hyper-vigilance, hopelessness, suffered from the aftereffects of a traumatic event, or have had difficulty connecting in relationships with others. I love working with women and men who are currently experiencing the wild changes and challenges of parenthood, particularly helping women find their selfhood during the pre and postpartum journey.
I work primarily with complex trauma, postnatal and postpartum mental health, with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression.
If you are ready for real change in your life and are tired of being stuck in the same routine, same fears, or same unhelpful thought patterns, then we will likely work well together. Many of the clients who see me for therapy have experienced excessive worry and hyper-vigilance, hopelessness, suffered from the aftereffects of a traumatic event, or have had difficulty connecting in relationships with others. I love working with women and men who are currently experiencing the wild changes and challenges of parenthood, particularly helping women find their selfhood during the pre and postpartum journey.
Elizabeth Schane
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
Offering online sessions. Being a woman comes with high expectations, and the pressure to be perfect in every aspect of life can feel all consuming. Juggling career, fertility, parenting, and relationships is hard enough, and trying to manage it all can leave us feeling entirely drained. On top of that, old wounds from the past sometimes sneak up, adding additional anxiety. And when getting pregnant turns out to be harder than expected, it’s easy to feel like our bodies are betraying us. It happens so easily for others, yet month after month the pregnancy test continues coming back negative. We may begin to feel like we're failing.
Offering online sessions. Being a woman comes with high expectations, and the pressure to be perfect in every aspect of life can feel all consuming. Juggling career, fertility, parenting, and relationships is hard enough, and trying to manage it all can leave us feeling entirely drained. On top of that, old wounds from the past sometimes sneak up, adding additional anxiety. And when getting pregnant turns out to be harder than expected, it’s easy to feel like our bodies are betraying us. It happens so easily for others, yet month after month the pregnancy test continues coming back negative. We may begin to feel like we're failing.
Lexi Chatara-Middleton
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
Parents I work with have experiences that might include premature births and NICCU stays, medical challenges for parent/baby, birth trauma/fear, loss over not experiencing the birth that was planned, stillbirth, perinatal/ postpartum depression, discrimination due to sexual orientation or gender expression, or grief from losing the little one you carried.
My passion is supporting parents who have experienced difficult births. Bringing another life into this world is an important and challenging experience. Whether you are the individual who gave birth or a witness, there can be immediate and/or lasting waves of physical and emotional difficulties that may effect your life. These paths are unique to each of us because every birth is important and impactful. My work is to listen and journey with you as you explore your birth story and the impacts it has had on your life. Although this is an area of focus, I work with adolescents and adults needing support in other areas of life.
Parents I work with have experiences that might include premature births and NICCU stays, medical challenges for parent/baby, birth trauma/fear, loss over not experiencing the birth that was planned, stillbirth, perinatal/ postpartum depression, discrimination due to sexual orientation or gender expression, or grief from losing the little one you carried.
My passion is supporting parents who have experienced difficult births. Bringing another life into this world is an important and challenging experience. Whether you are the individual who gave birth or a witness, there can be immediate and/or lasting waves of physical and emotional difficulties that may effect your life. These paths are unique to each of us because every birth is important and impactful. My work is to listen and journey with you as you explore your birth story and the impacts it has had on your life. Although this is an area of focus, I work with adolescents and adults needing support in other areas of life.
Sally Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301 (Online Only)
Every person deserves a space and a relationship devoted to their own healing. People come to me to process complex and childhood trauma; to heal from PTSD and related experiences; heal their nervous systems and work through major transitions during pregnancy and postpartum; and to manage Adult ADHD and related experiences, including Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, emotional regulation and other areas of executive functioning, anxiety, and depression. The people who benefit most from my support are interested and invested in their own healing, and work to put insights and tools gained in session into practice in their lives.
Every person deserves a space and a relationship devoted to their own healing. People come to me to process complex and childhood trauma; to heal from PTSD and related experiences; heal their nervous systems and work through major transitions during pregnancy and postpartum; and to manage Adult ADHD and related experiences, including Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, emotional regulation and other areas of executive functioning, anxiety, and depression. The people who benefit most from my support are interested and invested in their own healing, and work to put insights and tools gained in session into practice in their lives.
Sara McClelland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80304 (Online Only)
My specialties include pregnancy stress, postpartum depression and anxiety, as well as parenting.
As a mom of two littles, I recognize the struggle of modern parenthood, and the solitude in which many parents find themselves. It is difficult to be the whole village raising children. There is also a sense of putting the needs of children and family before yourself, losing your identity in the process. I aim to help parents balance their identity and needs with the needs of their families.
My specialties include pregnancy stress, postpartum depression and anxiety, as well as parenting.
As a mom of two littles, I recognize the struggle of modern parenthood, and the solitude in which many parents find themselves. It is difficult to be the whole village raising children. There is also a sense of putting the needs of children and family before yourself, losing your identity in the process. I aim to help parents balance their identity and needs with the needs of their families.
Stacey Bramley Carleton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
Hello and welcome. Thank you for being here. It may have been hard to get here and seek the help that is needed at this time. Recent and past life experiences might feel challenging, uncomfortable, painful, and scary. You are not alone. I'm dedicated to holding space for you to explore the challenging experiences and scary obstacles that have occurred recently and throughout your life. I'm passionate in supporting individuals navigate the perinatal experience and perinatal mental health, preconception through postpartum, anxiety, and developmental trauma.
Hello and welcome. Thank you for being here. It may have been hard to get here and seek the help that is needed at this time. Recent and past life experiences might feel challenging, uncomfortable, painful, and scary. You are not alone. I'm dedicated to holding space for you to explore the challenging experiences and scary obstacles that have occurred recently and throughout your life. I'm passionate in supporting individuals navigate the perinatal experience and perinatal mental health, preconception through postpartum, anxiety, and developmental trauma.
Hi, I’m Meredith. I specialize in perinatal mental health and anxiety disorders and have over 18 years of clinical experience as a licensed psychologist. I create a safe space for you to openly discuss your difficulties, while also teaching you concrete, evidence-based tools to help you leave our sessions feeling empowered to start feeling better and to meet your mental health and wellness goals.
Hi, I’m Meredith. I specialize in perinatal mental health and anxiety disorders and have over 18 years of clinical experience as a licensed psychologist. I create a safe space for you to openly discuss your difficulties, while also teaching you concrete, evidence-based tools to help you leave our sessions feeling empowered to start feeling better and to meet your mental health and wellness goals.
With very young children (ages 0-2), the work always includes the parent, who is often working through their own postpartum anxiety or depression.
School. Friendships. Play. Sleep. Family. These are the tasks of childhood. Often when our young children are struggling, we are told to wait, that they will grow out of it or that this phase will pass on its own. Unfortunately that can lead to older children who continue to struggle, only on a bigger stage. We are seeing school avoidance, irritability, isolation, and social difficulties starting at younger and younger ages.
With very young children (ages 0-2), the work always includes the parent, who is often working through their own postpartum anxiety or depression.
School. Friendships. Play. Sleep. Family. These are the tasks of childhood. Often when our young children are struggling, we are told to wait, that they will grow out of it or that this phase will pass on its own. Unfortunately that can lead to older children who continue to struggle, only on a bigger stage. We are seeing school avoidance, irritability, isolation, and social difficulties starting at younger and younger ages.
I provide individual therapy for issues such as anxiety, depression, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, fertility, attachment, adoption, parenting, and grief/loss.
Are you stressed or unsatisfied and ready to make a change in your life? Are you struggling in your relationships? Perhaps feeling lost and overwhelmed after having a baby? If so, I can help! I specialize in anxiety, depression, perinatal mood/ anxiety disorders, and relational issues. I believe good therapy should be collaborative, and your relationship with your therapist is key. This is YOUR therapy- I hope that you feel empowered to look around and find a therapist who feels like the right fit. Please don't hesitate to reach out- we all need support during this difficult time.
I provide individual therapy for issues such as anxiety, depression, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, fertility, attachment, adoption, parenting, and grief/loss.
Are you stressed or unsatisfied and ready to make a change in your life? Are you struggling in your relationships? Perhaps feeling lost and overwhelmed after having a baby? If so, I can help! I specialize in anxiety, depression, perinatal mood/ anxiety disorders, and relational issues. I believe good therapy should be collaborative, and your relationship with your therapist is key. This is YOUR therapy- I hope that you feel empowered to look around and find a therapist who feels like the right fit. Please don't hesitate to reach out- we all need support during this difficult time.
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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.