Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Glenside, PA

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Nicole Young Infertility Support Of Glenside
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glenside, PA 19038
Now I combine my clinical training, my personal experience, and my professional experience, to help my clients through fertility diagnosis/treatment, pregnancy after infertility, when to stop treatment, and adjusting to childfree life.
Fertility issues can be so lonely, whether it's struggling to conceive, having miscarriages, or having to terminate for medical reasons. Everyone around you seems to get (and stay!) pregnant whenever they want, and if one more person tells you to "just relax and it will happen" you may lose it. Thinking about how to get pregnant takes over everything, your entire identity, and you don't even feel like yourself anymore. Focusing at work, seeing friends, and sex for fun feel impossible. And, if you struggled with your mental health before infertility, anxiety and depression are probably off the charts right about now.
Now I combine my clinical training, my personal experience, and my professional experience, to help my clients through fertility diagnosis/treatment, pregnancy after infertility, when to stop treatment, and adjusting to childfree life.
Fertility issues can be so lonely, whether it's struggling to conceive, having miscarriages, or having to terminate for medical reasons. Everyone around you seems to get (and stay!) pregnant whenever they want, and if one more person tells you to "just relax and it will happen" you may lose it. Thinking about how to get pregnant takes over everything, your entire identity, and you don't even feel like yourself anymore. Focusing at work, seeing friends, and sex for fun feel impossible. And, if you struggled with your mental health before infertility, anxiety and depression are probably off the charts right about now.
(215) 593-2809 View (215) 593-2809
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Julia Ruane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Glenside, PA 19038  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Julia. I specialize and am certified in perinatal mental health. I work with clients through the unpredictability of trying to start a family, including adoption and fertility issues. I support families who are facing the pain of pregnancy loss, or dealing with the aftermath of birth trauma. I treat perinatal mood and anxiety disorders that arise during pregnancy and/or the postpartum period. I provide a skilled perspective to help clients learn how to ride the waves of this delicate and vulnerable time.
Hi! I'm Julia. I specialize and am certified in perinatal mental health. I work with clients through the unpredictability of trying to start a family, including adoption and fertility issues. I support families who are facing the pain of pregnancy loss, or dealing with the aftermath of birth trauma. I treat perinatal mood and anxiety disorders that arise during pregnancy and/or the postpartum period. I provide a skilled perspective to help clients learn how to ride the waves of this delicate and vulnerable time.
(215) 999-7062 View (215) 999-7062
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Abby Bronstein - Relational And Sex Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glenside, PA 19038
I love working with people exploring life transitions, including those happening in early adulthood, career changes, beginning and ending relationships, fertility challenges, pregnancy, post-partum, parenting, and health diagnoses.
I am a relational and sex therapist for individuals and couples. I help folx struggling with boundariy setting, be it with partners, family, work, friendships and other types of relationships. As a sex therapist, I believe that sex and intimacy are parts of the human experience, and I know that not everyone is eager to talk about these parts of themselves. I help clients build confidence in being able to talk about these areas in order to have the type of sex life they want.
I love working with people exploring life transitions, including those happening in early adulthood, career changes, beginning and ending relationships, fertility challenges, pregnancy, post-partum, parenting, and health diagnoses.
I am a relational and sex therapist for individuals and couples. I help folx struggling with boundariy setting, be it with partners, family, work, friendships and other types of relationships. As a sex therapist, I believe that sex and intimacy are parts of the human experience, and I know that not everyone is eager to talk about these parts of themselves. I help clients build confidence in being able to talk about these areas in order to have the type of sex life they want.
(267) 285-3776 View (267) 285-3776
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S E A Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glenside, PA 19038  (Online Only)
I enjoy helping others overcome sleep disturbance, bothersome anxiety, adjusting to the challenges of parenthood and improving communication skills. I mostly focus on your present situation and apply various solution-focused modalities to help reach your therapeutic goals.
I enjoy helping others overcome sleep disturbance, bothersome anxiety, adjusting to the challenges of parenthood and improving communication skills. I mostly focus on your present situation and apply various solution-focused modalities to help reach your therapeutic goals.
(267) 223-0709 View (267) 223-0709
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Kindred Art Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Glenside, PA 19038
Sometimes it feels like anxiety is so overwhelming that it fills whatever space we give it--getting in the way of the things we want to do in life and affecting what we think we are capable of. If you feel like you are quietly suffering in the back seat when you'd rather be driving, there is hope. If you notice your child's true vibrant and independent nature paling when faced with scary new experiences, change, or social situations, we can work through this as a team. I believe change is possible through developing a meaningful relationship and emotional outlet, learning about the process and patterns of anxiety, and practice.
Sometimes it feels like anxiety is so overwhelming that it fills whatever space we give it--getting in the way of the things we want to do in life and affecting what we think we are capable of. If you feel like you are quietly suffering in the back seat when you'd rather be driving, there is hope. If you notice your child's true vibrant and independent nature paling when faced with scary new experiences, change, or social situations, we can work through this as a team. I believe change is possible through developing a meaningful relationship and emotional outlet, learning about the process and patterns of anxiety, and practice.
(484) 255-4039 View (484) 255-4039
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Janine Fields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glenside, PA 19038
Clients work in a private, client-centered, integrative health model to increase their awareness helping them to gain confidence in addressing quality of life issues. Since the therapeutic relationship is critical to change, we will work together to address the concerns that are bringing you into treatment at this time.
Clients work in a private, client-centered, integrative health model to increase their awareness helping them to gain confidence in addressing quality of life issues. Since the therapeutic relationship is critical to change, we will work together to address the concerns that are bringing you into treatment at this time.
(267) 490-3958 View (267) 490-3958
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Jenny Limm, MFT, M.Ed - Sex/Relationship Therapist
MFT, MEd
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Glenside, PA 19038
Connections are important, especially when it comes to your therapist. Whether this is your first time working with a therapist or you've been trying to find a therapist you connect with, you're already half way there! Sometimes talking to friends or family members just isn't enough, especially if the closest people in your life are the hardest to get along with/primary cause of your stress. Or perhaps you're not sure why you're stressed, anxious, depressed, having communication difficulties and need someone to help you untangle some things. What's for certain, is that unless you try something new, things will stay the same.
Connections are important, especially when it comes to your therapist. Whether this is your first time working with a therapist or you've been trying to find a therapist you connect with, you're already half way there! Sometimes talking to friends or family members just isn't enough, especially if the closest people in your life are the hardest to get along with/primary cause of your stress. Or perhaps you're not sure why you're stressed, anxious, depressed, having communication difficulties and need someone to help you untangle some things. What's for certain, is that unless you try something new, things will stay the same.
(267) 633-8212 View (267) 633-8212
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Hannah Sadock Lmft
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glenside, PA 19038
Welcome fellow warriors! As a therapist, a unique factor of supporting individuals, couples, and families is their lived experience. Each story is different from the next though all share the same characteristic, resilience. Through each journey, the hardships brought unbearable pain, though underneath, the foundation of resilience is building, preparing each for managing the next difficulty in life. Resilient. Your journey through life gives you this gift, and with my commitment to upholding an authentic, honest relationship, I will travel the road with you to find your resiliency.
Welcome fellow warriors! As a therapist, a unique factor of supporting individuals, couples, and families is their lived experience. Each story is different from the next though all share the same characteristic, resilience. Through each journey, the hardships brought unbearable pain, though underneath, the foundation of resilience is building, preparing each for managing the next difficulty in life. Resilient. Your journey through life gives you this gift, and with my commitment to upholding an authentic, honest relationship, I will travel the road with you to find your resiliency.
(267) 459-8423 View (267) 459-8423
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Hannah Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glenside, PA 19038
Imagine a space where you can express yourself in many different forms as you feel most comfortable; where you can try out new ways of being in your life and in your relationships. I strive to provide a space like this; where your thoughts, feelings and most tender parts can be revealed, nurtured, heard and seen. I enjoy the limitless diversity of brain chemistries, ethnicities, sexualities and gender expressions that exist among us. I also appreciate the diversity of life experience that each of us holds, and believe that there is wisdom and expertise within each of us to enable healing, but we don't always know how to access it.
Imagine a space where you can express yourself in many different forms as you feel most comfortable; where you can try out new ways of being in your life and in your relationships. I strive to provide a space like this; where your thoughts, feelings and most tender parts can be revealed, nurtured, heard and seen. I enjoy the limitless diversity of brain chemistries, ethnicities, sexualities and gender expressions that exist among us. I also appreciate the diversity of life experience that each of us holds, and believe that there is wisdom and expertise within each of us to enable healing, but we don't always know how to access it.
(267) 754-8020 View (267) 754-8020

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Bridget Ann Welsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Abington, PA 19001  (Online Only)
I specialize and am trained in Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International. This means I am passionate about helping people navigate their parenthood journey which can often be difficult or unpredictable. I work with prenatal and postpartum people struggling with anxiety, depression, or simply struggling with this season of life.
I specialize and am trained in Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International. This means I am passionate about helping people navigate their parenthood journey which can often be difficult or unpredictable. I work with prenatal and postpartum people struggling with anxiety, depression, or simply struggling with this season of life.
(215) 706-8742 View (215) 706-8742
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Deborah Pelberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jenkintown, PA 19046  (Online Only)
I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, perinatal mood disorders, infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, parenting, trauma, codependency, couple and family issues.
Are you struggling with a feeling of disconnection from your usual self? Are you constantly overwhelmed, anxious or worried? Feeling angry, alone or isolated? Feeling connected and understood can be difficult when you feel so alone in what you are experiencing. I am committed to helping individuals struggling with emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, infertility and parenthood find their way towards feeling better and restoring their connection with themselves and others who are important to them.
I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, perinatal mood disorders, infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, parenting, trauma, codependency, couple and family issues.
Are you struggling with a feeling of disconnection from your usual self? Are you constantly overwhelmed, anxious or worried? Feeling angry, alone or isolated? Feeling connected and understood can be difficult when you feel so alone in what you are experiencing. I am committed to helping individuals struggling with emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, infertility and parenthood find their way towards feeling better and restoring their connection with themselves and others who are important to them.
(215) 791-8918 View (215) 791-8918
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Sparrow Worth Counseling, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jenkintown, PA 19046
I work with clients who suffer from perinatal mood disorder, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and stress, in addition to co-occurring disorders and various other life challenges they may be experiencing.
As a mental health professional I understand that mental health is vital, not only for the clients I work with, but also for their families and communities. I have a strong interest in helping others, which is why I choose this career path. I received my Bachelors in Psychology from Arcadia University and my Masters in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College.
I work with clients who suffer from perinatal mood disorder, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and stress, in addition to co-occurring disorders and various other life challenges they may be experiencing.
As a mental health professional I understand that mental health is vital, not only for the clients I work with, but also for their families and communities. I have a strong interest in helping others, which is why I choose this career path. I received my Bachelors in Psychology from Arcadia University and my Masters in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College.
(215) 608-1047 View (215) 608-1047
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Rachael R. Toth
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, M/CFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jenkintown, PA 19046
I also work with people experiencing pregnancy & postpartum issues.
In a world that can feel increasingly polarized, our conversations make a difference in how we go on together. Every interaction shapes the possibility for bringing us closer together or pushing us further apart. As we feel more understood, respected, and capable, we can turn towards one another with more compassion and capacity for connection. Whether you're seeking therapy for relationships or life transitions, I'm here to support your growth at your own pace.
I also work with people experiencing pregnancy & postpartum issues.
In a world that can feel increasingly polarized, our conversations make a difference in how we go on together. Every interaction shapes the possibility for bringing us closer together or pushing us further apart. As we feel more understood, respected, and capable, we can turn towards one another with more compassion and capacity for connection. Whether you're seeking therapy for relationships or life transitions, I'm here to support your growth at your own pace.
(267) 609-9176 View (267) 609-9176
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Stefanie Lopacinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Pregnancy and Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, OCD, and Birth Trauma.
Women have specific concerns and needs that can seem to change rapidly, such as mood and body image concerns during monthly cycles. Later on, Trying to Conceive (TTC), or the many emotions that come with Pregnancy, as well as Pregnancy losses and terminations, can be quite challenging and leave you feeling unsure who you can open up to without judgment and unsolicited advice. Birth Trauma, Postpartum Depression, and Anxiety can also feel quite scary and talking to a knowledgeable Therapist in Women's Emotional Health can help you feel validated in your thoughts and fears, reduce guilt, and help you see that you are doing your best!
Pregnancy and Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, OCD, and Birth Trauma.
Women have specific concerns and needs that can seem to change rapidly, such as mood and body image concerns during monthly cycles. Later on, Trying to Conceive (TTC), or the many emotions that come with Pregnancy, as well as Pregnancy losses and terminations, can be quite challenging and leave you feeling unsure who you can open up to without judgment and unsolicited advice. Birth Trauma, Postpartum Depression, and Anxiety can also feel quite scary and talking to a knowledgeable Therapist in Women's Emotional Health can help you feel validated in your thoughts and fears, reduce guilt, and help you see that you are doing your best!
(267) 323-4024 View (267) 323-4024
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Kate Therrien
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abington, PA 19001
With more than 14 years of experience working in the field, I bring warmth, hints of humor, and an empowering voice to support my clients in creating more fulfilling lives for themselves. My therapeutic style is grounded in open communication, mutual respect, and creative collaboration. I work with adolescents and adults struggling with: Anxiety, Depression, Pregnancy-Related Concerns, Parenting Stress, Age & Life Transitions Issues, Gender & Identity (LGBTQ+), Body Image & Self-Esteem, Women's Issues, Work/Life Balance, Relationship Challenges, & Family Conflicts.
With more than 14 years of experience working in the field, I bring warmth, hints of humor, and an empowering voice to support my clients in creating more fulfilling lives for themselves. My therapeutic style is grounded in open communication, mutual respect, and creative collaboration. I work with adolescents and adults struggling with: Anxiety, Depression, Pregnancy-Related Concerns, Parenting Stress, Age & Life Transitions Issues, Gender & Identity (LGBTQ+), Body Image & Self-Esteem, Women's Issues, Work/Life Balance, Relationship Challenges, & Family Conflicts.
(267) 399-1138 View (267) 399-1138
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Chandra Campana
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, IBCLC
Verified Verified
Fort Washington, PA 19034
Chandra trained and worked at The Postpartum Stress Center for 6 years.
Chandra Campana, LPC has over 20 years of experience treating various populations. Chandra began her practice working with children, adults and families in hospitals, schools and outpatient settings. Chandra’s focus, in recent years, became more specialized towards working with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, and perinatal mood disorders. Chandra’s therapeutic approach combines CBT, psychotherapy, family systems and somatic experiencing techniques in collaboration with a client's needs, lending to an integrative approach.
Chandra trained and worked at The Postpartum Stress Center for 6 years.
Chandra Campana, LPC has over 20 years of experience treating various populations. Chandra began her practice working with children, adults and families in hospitals, schools and outpatient settings. Chandra’s focus, in recent years, became more specialized towards working with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, and perinatal mood disorders. Chandra’s therapeutic approach combines CBT, psychotherapy, family systems and somatic experiencing techniques in collaboration with a client's needs, lending to an integrative approach.
(267) 656-7653 View (267) 656-7653
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Patrice Heller
Psychologist, PhD, LCP, LMFT, RABBI, DD
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046  (Online Only)
My specializations include couples work, women's life transitions, infertility, perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, maternal well-being, intermarriage and parenting.
Couples come to therapy often feeling frustrated, defensive, hurt and angry. Love, attraction and shared life goals may have brought them together, but along the way to deeper emotional intimacy couples meet roadblocks. Growing self-awareness and curiosity about their partner helps them appreciate their differences as enriching rather than threatening. Partners realize that each of them has a role in cultivating the quality of their relationship. Partners learn to support each other's growth and expand their horizons together. Their relationship feels more alive and hopeful. Therapy nurtures the art of relationships for all of us.
My specializations include couples work, women's life transitions, infertility, perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, maternal well-being, intermarriage and parenting.
Couples come to therapy often feeling frustrated, defensive, hurt and angry. Love, attraction and shared life goals may have brought them together, but along the way to deeper emotional intimacy couples meet roadblocks. Growing self-awareness and curiosity about their partner helps them appreciate their differences as enriching rather than threatening. Partners realize that each of them has a role in cultivating the quality of their relationship. Partners learn to support each other's growth and expand their horizons together. Their relationship feels more alive and hopeful. Therapy nurtures the art of relationships for all of us.
(215) 710-8999 View (215) 710-8999
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Maternal Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Abington, PA 19001
Pregnancy Complications * Ending a wanted pregnancy *Depression During Pregnancy * Traumatic Birth Experience * Miscarriage & Fetal Loss * Infant Loss * Postpartum Stress / Depression * Relationship Difficulties * Facing Single-Parenthood * Transition to Parenthood * Fertility and assisted reproduction support * Parenting Challenges.
We are a mental health and wellness center specialized in reproductive health psychology. We offer therapy for individuals and couples, support groups, and massage (therapeutic, fertility & prenatal) and birth classes. The counterbalance to pain, suffering and shame is honesty, community and healing. Therapy, 'the talking cure', is a supported experience, and is proven to be particularly helpful with acquiring insight into situations, while learning to listen to what the the mind and body is telling us. Over time you will gain strength and courage to make the changes necessary to bring relief, and live the life that you long for.
Pregnancy Complications * Ending a wanted pregnancy *Depression During Pregnancy * Traumatic Birth Experience * Miscarriage & Fetal Loss * Infant Loss * Postpartum Stress / Depression * Relationship Difficulties * Facing Single-Parenthood * Transition to Parenthood * Fertility and assisted reproduction support * Parenting Challenges.
We are a mental health and wellness center specialized in reproductive health psychology. We offer therapy for individuals and couples, support groups, and massage (therapeutic, fertility & prenatal) and birth classes. The counterbalance to pain, suffering and shame is honesty, community and healing. Therapy, 'the talking cure', is a supported experience, and is proven to be particularly helpful with acquiring insight into situations, while learning to listen to what the the mind and body is telling us. Over time you will gain strength and courage to make the changes necessary to bring relief, and live the life that you long for.
(267) 416-0905 View (267) 416-0905
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Gayle D Crespy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046  (Online Only)
I provide support to adults dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, parenting, infertility, pregnancy loss, perinatal and post-partum issues, and so much more.
I am a clinical psychologist who's been in practice for over 25 years. I find that therapy is most effective when the therapist and client work together. We will work with each other to develop treatment goals and address the symptoms and distress that are causing you to seek therapy. While providing suggestions and insight, I aim for therapy to be an interactive and respectful process, one that encourages personal growth, behavioral changes and self-awareness. Together, we will address your unique needs and learn new ways to cope with and heal from the issues that have been troubling to you.
I provide support to adults dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, parenting, infertility, pregnancy loss, perinatal and post-partum issues, and so much more.
I am a clinical psychologist who's been in practice for over 25 years. I find that therapy is most effective when the therapist and client work together. We will work with each other to develop treatment goals and address the symptoms and distress that are causing you to seek therapy. While providing suggestions and insight, I aim for therapy to be an interactive and respectful process, one that encourages personal growth, behavioral changes and self-awareness. Together, we will address your unique needs and learn new ways to cope with and heal from the issues that have been troubling to you.
(215) 392-2812 View (215) 392-2812
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Carly Ellman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSTS
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with clients suffering from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, postpartum depression and trauma.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with over 17 years of experience providing assistance to clients with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, trauma issues, eating disorders and postpartum depression. I work with children(5 and up), adolescents(ages 11 and up), young adults, couples, families and women. As a licensed clinical social worker I believe in focusing on all aspects of a person's well being; mental, physical, financial and social. I have a Masters degree in Social Work, Certified Shame-Informed Treatment Specialist, and pursuing PhD in Strategic Leadership and Administrative Studies.
I specialize in working with clients suffering from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, postpartum depression and trauma.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with over 17 years of experience providing assistance to clients with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, trauma issues, eating disorders and postpartum depression. I work with children(5 and up), adolescents(ages 11 and up), young adults, couples, families and women. As a licensed clinical social worker I believe in focusing on all aspects of a person's well being; mental, physical, financial and social. I have a Masters degree in Social Work, Certified Shame-Informed Treatment Specialist, and pursuing PhD in Strategic Leadership and Administrative Studies.
(914) 344-6239 View (914) 344-6239
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.