Infertility Therapists in Weehawken, NJ

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Alyssa Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weehawken, NJ 07086
I am a psychotherapist with experience in helping individuals and couples through life transitions, stressful events, and a variety of issues, such as depression, anxiety, grief, loss, communication problems, and relationship difficulties. My role is to be a compassionate partner through your journey and help support, guide, and walk with you to help you find a place of authenticity, self-awareness, and peace. I have spent much of my career working with those going through fertility treatments (egg freezing, IUI, IVF, third party reproduction) and helping to work through the stress that is often associated with treatment.
I am a psychotherapist with experience in helping individuals and couples through life transitions, stressful events, and a variety of issues, such as depression, anxiety, grief, loss, communication problems, and relationship difficulties. My role is to be a compassionate partner through your journey and help support, guide, and walk with you to help you find a place of authenticity, self-awareness, and peace. I have spent much of my career working with those going through fertility treatments (egg freezing, IUI, IVF, third party reproduction) and helping to work through the stress that is often associated with treatment.
(551) 213-7053 View (551) 213-7053
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Ashlyne Mullen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Weehawken, NJ 07086
Sometimes it feels like we're moving through life on auto-pilot. With work and other stressors, it is hard to find time to slow down, to breathe, to focus on the present. I believe therapy is about letting go of the things we are trying to control and making choices towards a more fulfilling life. To facilitate this, I help clients openly face life’s challenges and create lasting changes. I offer a collaborative, non-judgmental, and safe space for my clients to facilitate behavior change and self-exploration.
Sometimes it feels like we're moving through life on auto-pilot. With work and other stressors, it is hard to find time to slow down, to breathe, to focus on the present. I believe therapy is about letting go of the things we are trying to control and making choices towards a more fulfilling life. To facilitate this, I help clients openly face life’s challenges and create lasting changes. I offer a collaborative, non-judgmental, and safe space for my clients to facilitate behavior change and self-exploration.
(929) 521-6128 View (929) 521-6128
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Center for Specialized Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Weehawken, NJ 07086
The Center for Specialized Psychology (CSP) was founded by Dr. Nina Badaan Shinway in 2017, with a focus on helping female survivors of domestic violence and other trauma related experiences. CSP's mission is to promote healing and recovery for women who have experienced unfortunate life circumstances. CSP focuses on helping women heal, energize and become aware of their inner strengths. Treatment is provided via a range of theoretical approaches that are integrated and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual patient. This eclectic approach fosters maximum potential for personal growth and evolution.
The Center for Specialized Psychology (CSP) was founded by Dr. Nina Badaan Shinway in 2017, with a focus on helping female survivors of domestic violence and other trauma related experiences. CSP's mission is to promote healing and recovery for women who have experienced unfortunate life circumstances. CSP focuses on helping women heal, energize and become aware of their inner strengths. Treatment is provided via a range of theoretical approaches that are integrated and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual patient. This eclectic approach fosters maximum potential for personal growth and evolution.
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Courtney Glashow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Weehawken, NJ 07086
Your teen is going through a difficult time in their life. Teenage years are filled with self doubt, questioning identity, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, relationship problems, family conflict, and school difficulties. A lot of teens keep their feelings and issues inside. It is normal for them to start to share less with their parents. Therapy can help your teen to open up to a professional about the issues they are experiencing and to process their feelings better so that they can feel their best. As a teen therapist, I build rapport rapidly with teens and they enjoy having a safe place to talk about their problems.
Your teen is going through a difficult time in their life. Teenage years are filled with self doubt, questioning identity, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, relationship problems, family conflict, and school difficulties. A lot of teens keep their feelings and issues inside. It is normal for them to start to share less with their parents. Therapy can help your teen to open up to a professional about the issues they are experiencing and to process their feelings better so that they can feel their best. As a teen therapist, I build rapport rapidly with teens and they enjoy having a safe place to talk about their problems.
(551) 313-9587 View (551) 313-9587
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Dr. Tina Onikoyi
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Weehawken, NJ 07086  (Online Only)
As the Founder and Clinical Director of Wellness Meets World and Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years of clinical expertise healing hearts and transforming minds, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals experiencing various degrees of challenges. Are you having difficulty managing life's stressors or uncertain about how to effectively regulate your emotions? Are you seeking advancement in your career and want to remove mental blocks from your path? Have you tried seeking therapy in the past and felt that they just didn't get you? Look no further!
As the Founder and Clinical Director of Wellness Meets World and Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years of clinical expertise healing hearts and transforming minds, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals experiencing various degrees of challenges. Are you having difficulty managing life's stressors or uncertain about how to effectively regulate your emotions? Are you seeking advancement in your career and want to remove mental blocks from your path? Have you tried seeking therapy in the past and felt that they just didn't get you? Look no further!
(848) 257-9946 View (848) 257-9946
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Mariam Gerges
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weehawken, NJ 07086
I understand that powerful life events and subtle life experiences shape the direction of life. Therapy offers an avenue to understand what is happening and provides an experience that can empower you to make choices about your life. Especially, when we are left with feelings of frustration, hurt, doubt, worry, sadness, self-blame, or loneliness. In other words, we become “unhappy.”
I understand that powerful life events and subtle life experiences shape the direction of life. Therapy offers an avenue to understand what is happening and provides an experience that can empower you to make choices about your life. Especially, when we are left with feelings of frustration, hurt, doubt, worry, sadness, self-blame, or loneliness. In other words, we become “unhappy.”
(551) 227-9870 View (551) 227-9870

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Madeline Salerno: Yoga Therapy, Grief, Anxiety
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Hoboken, NJ 07030
I love to work with clients facing grief, loss, or major life transitions, new or expecting moms and dads, recent grads newly "adulting", women in their 20s & 30s, adults facing infertility or postpartum concenrs. I use approaches like DBT, Mindfulness-Based Stress Relief, and CBT to help clients gain insight into who they are and to create happier, healthier lives with more joy. I have certificates in Perinatal Mental Health and Grief Therapy and am a certified yoga teacher. I offer meditation & body-based practices in addition to talk therapy. Book a free 20 min consult with me this week: cultivatetherapyteam.clientsecure.me
I love to work with clients facing grief, loss, or major life transitions, new or expecting moms and dads, recent grads newly "adulting", women in their 20s & 30s, adults facing infertility or postpartum concenrs. I use approaches like DBT, Mindfulness-Based Stress Relief, and CBT to help clients gain insight into who they are and to create happier, healthier lives with more joy. I have certificates in Perinatal Mental Health and Grief Therapy and am a certified yoga teacher. I offer meditation & body-based practices in addition to talk therapy. Book a free 20 min consult with me this week: cultivatetherapyteam.clientsecure.me
(908) 402-1949 View (908) 402-1949
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Sattva Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Hoboken, NJ 07030  (Online Only)
Parenthood is challenging and the road to becoming one can be equally so. Maybe you are pregnant or postpartum and wondering why this feels so hard. Perhaps you are parenting toddlers or older kids and asking yourself when it gets easier. Maybe you have experienced pregnancy or infant loss and are still grieving. You might be experiencing infertility and feeling hopeless. Maybe you're an immigrant and miss having your village of support. Whatever stage of this journey you are on, you might feel stuck, resentful and even blindsided by depression, anxiety or trauma.
Parenthood is challenging and the road to becoming one can be equally so. Maybe you are pregnant or postpartum and wondering why this feels so hard. Perhaps you are parenting toddlers or older kids and asking yourself when it gets easier. Maybe you have experienced pregnancy or infant loss and are still grieving. You might be experiencing infertility and feeling hopeless. Maybe you're an immigrant and miss having your village of support. Whatever stage of this journey you are on, you might feel stuck, resentful and even blindsided by depression, anxiety or trauma.
(551) 205-5834 View (551) 205-5834
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Lisa Greenstein Therapy and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoboken, NJ 07030
I am a PMH-C (Certified Perinatal Mental Health Clinician), with extensive training in perinatal mood disorders such as postpartum anxiety and depression, and I love working with both women and men along the fertility journey, including infertility, discussions about IVF, miscarriage or loss, healing from a traumatic birth, or adjusting to parenthood.
Whatever brought you here, I'm glad it did. As an integrative therapist, I utilize a number of modalities including CBT and DBT where appropriate, but most of my work is rooted in the EMDR (Eye- Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) model. As a certified EMDR therapist, I see the world through the AIP (adaptive information processing) lens. EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based modality that not only addresses trauma but can also help to rewire the brain to make current triggers less upsetting, and to draw on your own internal resources to cope. It's an effective modality for anxiety, OCD, life transitions and relationship issues
I am a PMH-C (Certified Perinatal Mental Health Clinician), with extensive training in perinatal mood disorders such as postpartum anxiety and depression, and I love working with both women and men along the fertility journey, including infertility, discussions about IVF, miscarriage or loss, healing from a traumatic birth, or adjusting to parenthood.
Whatever brought you here, I'm glad it did. As an integrative therapist, I utilize a number of modalities including CBT and DBT where appropriate, but most of my work is rooted in the EMDR (Eye- Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) model. As a certified EMDR therapist, I see the world through the AIP (adaptive information processing) lens. EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based modality that not only addresses trauma but can also help to rewire the brain to make current triggers less upsetting, and to draw on your own internal resources to cope. It's an effective modality for anxiety, OCD, life transitions and relationship issues
(908) 336-9727 View (908) 336-9727
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Delia Livres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union City, NJ 07087  (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious? Have you experienced depression or loss? Now might be the time to work with a therapist who can help. I specialize in Depression, Grief, Pregnancy, Infertility, Postpartum depression, Trauma, and Women's Issues. Keep reading to learn more about how my caring and effective approaches can help you.
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious? Have you experienced depression or loss? Now might be the time to work with a therapist who can help. I specialize in Depression, Grief, Pregnancy, Infertility, Postpartum depression, Trauma, and Women's Issues. Keep reading to learn more about how my caring and effective approaches can help you.
(732) 204-8195 View (732) 204-8195
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Keri Pinelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hoboken, NJ 07030  (Online Only)
Additionally, I am well versed in the unique treatment needs of first responders, Veterans, perinatal and postpartum populations, as well as infertility issues.
I firmly believe in the inherent potential of each person to become their optimal self. Life's journey often presents us with unforeseen challenges and overwhelming transitions that can impede our progress. These circumstances may hinder our ability to live fully. My primary objective is to establish a nurturing environment where individuals can cultivate positive and sustainable changes through the foundation of a therapeutic alliance. By fostering this connection, I aspire to empower individuals to navigate life's complexities and unlock their fullest potential.
Additionally, I am well versed in the unique treatment needs of first responders, Veterans, perinatal and postpartum populations, as well as infertility issues.
I firmly believe in the inherent potential of each person to become their optimal self. Life's journey often presents us with unforeseen challenges and overwhelming transitions that can impede our progress. These circumstances may hinder our ability to live fully. My primary objective is to establish a nurturing environment where individuals can cultivate positive and sustainable changes through the foundation of a therapeutic alliance. By fostering this connection, I aspire to empower individuals to navigate life's complexities and unlock their fullest potential.
(646) 291-6129 View (646) 291-6129
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Elizabeth D Fraga
Psychologist, MA, MS, NRHSP, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07310
My speciality areas include: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Ethnic/Racial Identity Development, LGBTQ, Relationship/Dating Themes, ADHD, Compulsive Overeating, Substance Use, Post-Partum Depression, Breast Cancer, Infertility, Multicultural Counseling, People with Disabilities, Health Psychology, Latinx Mental Health, & Bilingual therapy (Spanish).
My therapeutic goals are twofold: remove symptoms and alleviate pain, while also facilitating exploration and clarification of ways to live positively and more fully in relation to self, others, and work. My psychology treatment plan is specialized to your individual goals and needs, varying in terms of time (short term and long term), modality (individual, couple, and family), and focus (cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, multicultural, mindfulness, and family/couples system). I utilize treatment interventions that are scientifically researched and found to be effective. In your first visit, we will set goals for treatment to ensure that you are not in therapy longer than is needed.
My speciality areas include: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Ethnic/Racial Identity Development, LGBTQ, Relationship/Dating Themes, ADHD, Compulsive Overeating, Substance Use, Post-Partum Depression, Breast Cancer, Infertility, Multicultural Counseling, People with Disabilities, Health Psychology, Latinx Mental Health, & Bilingual therapy (Spanish).
My therapeutic goals are twofold: remove symptoms and alleviate pain, while also facilitating exploration and clarification of ways to live positively and more fully in relation to self, others, and work. My psychology treatment plan is specialized to your individual goals and needs, varying in terms of time (short term and long term), modality (individual, couple, and family), and focus (cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, multicultural, mindfulness, and family/couples system). I utilize treatment interventions that are scientifically researched and found to be effective. In your first visit, we will set goals for treatment to ensure that you are not in therapy longer than is needed.
(718) 569-8079 View (718) 569-8079
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Kamille Stine
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Jersey City, NJ 07307  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to deeply connect in your relationships? Do you have anxiety or depression? Are you going through infertility challenges? Are you a new parent, or soon-to-be one? The anticipation of starting therapy can be the hardest part, but my goal is to create a space for you each week where we can talk through your concerns at your own pace. I believe that with the right support, a path forward towards growth and healing is possible.
Are you struggling to deeply connect in your relationships? Do you have anxiety or depression? Are you going through infertility challenges? Are you a new parent, or soon-to-be one? The anticipation of starting therapy can be the hardest part, but my goal is to create a space for you each week where we can talk through your concerns at your own pace. I believe that with the right support, a path forward towards growth and healing is possible.
(646) 630-7022 View (646) 630-7022
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Christina Eller
Registered Psychotherapist, LMHC, MSEd, PD, LPC
Verified Verified
Jersey City, NJ 07310  (Online Only)
Christina is a licensed psychotherapist, Level III Trained Gottman Therapist and Certified Somatic and EMDR practitioner supporting couples and individuals achieve life balance to manage challenges related to relationships, stress, complex trauma, autoimmune diagnosis, infertility, prenatal and postpartum depression, anxiety, depression & adult ADHD. She is committed helping clients change unwanted behaviors, recognize the strong connection between mind and body, increase overall self-confidence and resilience as well as primary communication skills.
Christina is a licensed psychotherapist, Level III Trained Gottman Therapist and Certified Somatic and EMDR practitioner supporting couples and individuals achieve life balance to manage challenges related to relationships, stress, complex trauma, autoimmune diagnosis, infertility, prenatal and postpartum depression, anxiety, depression & adult ADHD. She is committed helping clients change unwanted behaviors, recognize the strong connection between mind and body, increase overall self-confidence and resilience as well as primary communication skills.
(646) 921-7827 View (646) 921-7827
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Ashlee Lucarevski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07306  (Online Only)
My areas of expertise include working with LGBTQ+, addictions, depression, anxiety, infertility/assisted reproduction, relationship issues and trauma.
I am delighted that you have taken this first step in seeking a safe space where you can openly explore your current challenges and past experiences. We all need help from time to time to understand what we are feeling and why we are feeling it. This understanding can lead to a renewed sense of stability, peace, and well-being. I am here to help and support you as you work towards reaching your goals.
My areas of expertise include working with LGBTQ+, addictions, depression, anxiety, infertility/assisted reproduction, relationship issues and trauma.
I am delighted that you have taken this first step in seeking a safe space where you can openly explore your current challenges and past experiences. We all need help from time to time to understand what we are feeling and why we are feeling it. This understanding can lead to a renewed sense of stability, peace, and well-being. I am here to help and support you as you work towards reaching your goals.
(561) 532-1441 View (561) 532-1441
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We Rise Therapy- South/East Asian Women Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Hoboken, NJ 07030  (Online Only)
Are you a 1st of 2nd gen South or East Asian woman struggling with anxiety, self doubt, identity struggles and relationships issues? Are you having trouble keeping up with the demands of work, school, family or social life and it feels like a constant balancing act? Do you have trouble being assertive and confident in your relationships? Are you going through a break up, life transition or just have trouble relating to your parents and family who have different expectations for you? Are you a new mom, expecting or navigating infertility challenges? Being a woman in today’s modern society is hard, but you don't have to be alone.
Are you a 1st of 2nd gen South or East Asian woman struggling with anxiety, self doubt, identity struggles and relationships issues? Are you having trouble keeping up with the demands of work, school, family or social life and it feels like a constant balancing act? Do you have trouble being assertive and confident in your relationships? Are you going through a break up, life transition or just have trouble relating to your parents and family who have different expectations for you? Are you a new mom, expecting or navigating infertility challenges? Being a woman in today’s modern society is hard, but you don't have to be alone.
(862) 245-4369 View (862) 245-4369
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Peggy Kraft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MSW
Verified Verified
Hoboken, NJ 07030
I will help you work through your Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Grief & Infertility.
Imagine your life when you feel good and hopeful. I can support you in your journey to turn that dream into reality. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or your relationship we can work through your issues in a step-by-step process that will help you feel more at peace, confident and passionate about life again. I provide a healing environment in which you can safely explore your feelings.
I will help you work through your Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Grief & Infertility.
Imagine your life when you feel good and hopeful. I can support you in your journey to turn that dream into reality. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or your relationship we can work through your issues in a step-by-step process that will help you feel more at peace, confident and passionate about life again. I provide a healing environment in which you can safely explore your feelings.
(551) 239-9023 View (551) 239-9023
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Paula Bardales: Adults And Couples
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jersey City, NJ 07302
I work with adults and couples. I am a client-focused, empathetic, and devoted psychotherapist who has been in the social services field for over a decade. I work with the perinatal population with a focus on infertility, pregnancy, parenting, and postpartum anxiety and depression. I also work with individuals struggling with various forms of anxiety, depression, personality disorders, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and the effects of trauma and domestic violence. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
I work with adults and couples. I am a client-focused, empathetic, and devoted psychotherapist who has been in the social services field for over a decade. I work with the perinatal population with a focus on infertility, pregnancy, parenting, and postpartum anxiety and depression. I also work with individuals struggling with various forms of anxiety, depression, personality disorders, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and the effects of trauma and domestic violence. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
(201) 380-9112 View (201) 380-9112
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Emel L. Erel, Psy.D.
Psychologist, PsyD, EdM
Verified Verified
Hoboken, NJ 07030
I am a NY and NJ licensed psychologist with 15+ years of clinical experience in treating adults of all ages and adolescents (14 years old and up) struggling with various emotional difficulties. I am particularly interested and experienced in working with: ANXIETY (generalized anxiety, separation anxiety), DEPRESSION, PERINATAL MOOD DISORDERS (Post-Partum Depression, Loss and Grief, Infertility), INTERPERSONAL DIFFICULTIES (peers, co-workers, family), STRESS MANAGEMENT, SELF-ESTEEM & MOOD REGULATION ISSUES, and TRAUMA (early childhood relational, sexual abuse, social trauma).
I am a NY and NJ licensed psychologist with 15+ years of clinical experience in treating adults of all ages and adolescents (14 years old and up) struggling with various emotional difficulties. I am particularly interested and experienced in working with: ANXIETY (generalized anxiety, separation anxiety), DEPRESSION, PERINATAL MOOD DISORDERS (Post-Partum Depression, Loss and Grief, Infertility), INTERPERSONAL DIFFICULTIES (peers, co-workers, family), STRESS MANAGEMENT, SELF-ESTEEM & MOOD REGULATION ISSUES, and TRAUMA (early childhood relational, sexual abuse, social trauma).
(201) 581-3395 View (201) 581-3395
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JK Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoboken, NJ 07030
Jersey City Medical Center: Counseling: Miscarriage, Infertility, Adoption, Eldercare: 2008-Present.
I created JK Therapy to help individuals & families live the best life they can by making them aware of the conscious and unconscious reasons they face challenges. By gaining this knowledge through the therapeutic process, you will begin to restructure your life for the better; diminishing and ultimately ridding yourself of the reasons you began therapy. Visit www.jktherapy.com today to learn more and sign-up to my mailing list.
Jersey City Medical Center: Counseling: Miscarriage, Infertility, Adoption, Eldercare: 2008-Present.
I created JK Therapy to help individuals & families live the best life they can by making them aware of the conscious and unconscious reasons they face challenges. By gaining this knowledge through the therapeutic process, you will begin to restructure your life for the better; diminishing and ultimately ridding yourself of the reasons you began therapy. Visit www.jktherapy.com today to learn more and sign-up to my mailing list.
(917) 746-8636 View (917) 746-8636

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Infertility Therapists

How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?

Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.

How does therapy for infertility issues work?

The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.

What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?

Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.

How long does therapy for infertility issues take?

There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.