Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Clare, MI

The Holding Space Counseling and Wellness, LLC.

If you're seeking a therapist who blends empathy, practicality, and a touch of uniqueness, you've found your match. My therapeutic style is not just about sessions; it's about building a genuine and heartfelt connection. I'm committed to understanding your challenges and aspirations. As a yoga teacher, reiki practitioner, and clinical social worker, I offer a holistic approach to wellness that recognizes the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. Together, we'll create a space where you feel seen, heard, and truly understood, and of course - establish a partnership that brings meaningful change.

Welcome! My specialty is working with women during pregnancy and post partum but I work with a variety of womens' issues. I find that many of my clients are trying so hard, juggling multiple roles and feeling guilty for not meeting their self expectations. Clients often come to therapy because they are exhausted and want to feel better for themselves and their families. My goal is to provide a safe space to slow down, reflect and look at the core beliefs driving behaviors. I tend to use self compassion with my clients to help create opportunities for meaningful interactions with themselves and others in their everyday activities.

I will partner with you as together we discover solutions that result in your healing. It is my goal that you will feel safe, heard, valued and empowered in my counseling room, and most importantly, that you get results. I individualize your experience so it best fits your needs. Would you like freedom from trauma? Are you are experiencing relationship difficulties, family disruptions, or other life transitions? Perhaps you want to gain skills to help regulate moods and improve motivation. Together we will find the best way to help you achieve the results you are looking for.

I work with people through life transitions, parenting challenges, and relationship concerns. I see each person holistically including mind, body, and spirit. I hope to acknowledge the mind-body connection and honor this through the therapeutic process. I am an experienced yoga teacher and will integrate mindfulness-based approaches and movement as a client prefers. During therapy, I will work with you to identify goals and help you take steps to move towards your goals. I will listen non-judgmentally and seek to witness and understand your perspective and experiences. I work to provide anti racist and LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

I focus on helping women dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship loss, and major life transitions. I also specialize in Reproductive Mental Health including postpartum depression and anxiety, perinatal loss, and infertility. I also offer couples therapy for people who need a safe place to get support for their relationship.

At times life can be overwhelming and it is difficult to know where to turn for help. Circumstances may seem out of control and do not make sense. Seeking support from a compassionate therapist can be useful. As a therapist I take into account the whole person and help you through your concerns. I offer a non-judgmental, supportive environment for you to express your full experience. I want you to feel safe knowing that you are being listened to and valued. Together, we can process, develop coping methods, and grow your inner strength to face what challenges have caused you to feel distress or concern. Note: See my COVID19 message.

Many of us have experienced hardships and suffering in our lives, and sometimes we need help. I believe psychotherapy is a space that can help by providing healing and comfort to those who need it. Many things can contribute to life’s difficulties including historical, systemic, emotional, relational, and interpersonal factors. In therapy, I am interested in how these complexities impact you.

Life can be complicated. These complications know no economic, age, sex, religious, or racial boundary. As a practitioner working with individuals to empower them is my passion and privilege. If you are currently working to navigate through a difficult time we can work together to set goals, realize and regain your strengths to develop a long-term plan for success. There are times when everyone needs to strengthen his or her coping skills, see the situation from another view, or simply say it aloud.

I have a passion for working with teens and young adults who are experiencing life changes, relationship concerns, depression and anxiety. I have also been trained in working with Perinatal Mood Disorders with women who have recently given birth or who are pregnant.

Hi, I’m Ashley. I have had the privilege of caring for moms during the earliest stages of motherhood for the past 10 years. What I have learned from both personal and professional experience is that motherhood often doesn’t look like or feel the way we thought it would. It’s common for women to feel disappointed, sad, and worried when their experience as a mom is not as easy, joyful, or natural as they expected it to be. Depression is the most common complication of childbirth and up to 20% of women experience a mental health concern during pregnancy and/or postpartum.

I know life is messy and complex. Our paths are filled with challenging experiences, unexpected thoughts, and raw emotions. You may find you have parts of yourself feeling disconnected, unrecognizable, or not meeting expectations you have held. You may be noticing shifts in your identity, your relationships, or the roles you play. I am here to walk alongside you as you begin this journey of discovery and healing.

First of all - I am so glad you are here. Reaching out for support can feel vulnerable and uncomfortable, but it's when we lean into those places of discomfort that growth can be found. I am inspired by IFS, mindfulness, CBT, self-compassion, and the work around shame and vulnerability and infuse each modality into my therapeutic work. I also value integrating the coaching philosophy into my therapeutic approach and I ultimately believe in the power of supporting each individual as a whole, unique person to create space for healing and overall well-being.