Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Jacksonville, FL
Headed to Healing LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32217 (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, childhood trauma, relationship/communication issues, self-exploration, & pregnancy/infant loss.
Trying to figure life out on your own is difficult, so why keep trying to do it alone? You deserve a safe space to process, heal, and think out loud! Whether you’re a millennial trying to manage your anxiety, a black man who needs to feel free to speak honestly and express yourself emotionally, a pregnant woman feeling anxious or scared during your pregnancy due to a previous miscarriage or infant loss, or someone needing more out of life, I’m your girl!
I specialize in anxiety, childhood trauma, relationship/communication issues, self-exploration, & pregnancy/infant loss.
Trying to figure life out on your own is difficult, so why keep trying to do it alone? You deserve a safe space to process, heal, and think out loud! Whether you’re a millennial trying to manage your anxiety, a black man who needs to feel free to speak honestly and express yourself emotionally, a pregnant woman feeling anxious or scared during your pregnancy due to a previous miscarriage or infant loss, or someone needing more out of life, I’m your girl!
My specialty is working with women who have postpartum depression.
Are you feeling alone, stressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? In life, many situations and new transitions make us feel out of control. I will work alongside you to face those life challenges such as: low self-esteem, school issues, anger, poor communication with family members, dating/marriage, parenting, divorce, trauma or career changes. I want to explore your emotional challenges such as frustration, depression, hopelessness, anger, anxiety, and grief. Whether you are facing issues in school, at work, at home, with family, friends, or internally, I'm here during this time.
My specialty is working with women who have postpartum depression.
Are you feeling alone, stressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? In life, many situations and new transitions make us feel out of control. I will work alongside you to face those life challenges such as: low self-esteem, school issues, anger, poor communication with family members, dating/marriage, parenting, divorce, trauma or career changes. I want to explore your emotional challenges such as frustration, depression, hopelessness, anger, anxiety, and grief. Whether you are facing issues in school, at work, at home, with family, friends, or internally, I'm here during this time.
With advanced training in Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, I specialize in working with moms experiencing anxiety, depression, and the dynamics of the evolving relationship with themselves and others.
Your mental health as a mother has taken a turn. You feel overwhelmed and overstimulated throughout the day. You are so much to everyone else that it often times is hard to remember who you are. You're constantly worried that something may happen to your baby or that you aren't doing enough as a mother. You knew motherhood would be hard but you didn't know the transition would come with so much anxiety or even depression. There are so many people around yet you feel alone in your experiences. You knew motherhood would be different but you weren't expecting this much change in your relationships, your personality, or your goals.
With advanced training in Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, I specialize in working with moms experiencing anxiety, depression, and the dynamics of the evolving relationship with themselves and others.
Your mental health as a mother has taken a turn. You feel overwhelmed and overstimulated throughout the day. You are so much to everyone else that it often times is hard to remember who you are. You're constantly worried that something may happen to your baby or that you aren't doing enough as a mother. You knew motherhood would be hard but you didn't know the transition would come with so much anxiety or even depression. There are so many people around yet you feel alone in your experiences. You knew motherhood would be different but you weren't expecting this much change in your relationships, your personality, or your goals.
Her Hope Behavioral Health, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, QS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32217
We're here to help you prepare for baby during pregnancy and, with transition after baby is born through individual, group, & family therapy.
Being a new mom is hard. You’re sleep deprived, learning your new little one, and everyone has advice for you. “Sleep when the baby sleeps; you’ll feel better, and happier, when you get a few more hours of sleep; It’s just the baby blues, you’ll be ok in a few weeks; the house work can get done later, make sure the baby is eating enough…” What if you’re still sad after “a few weeks”, you feel scared, anxious, or can't turn your thoughts off? It can start to feel like you are getting through each day in "survival mode". With the help of our knowledgeable counselors, you can stop "surviving" life and start enjoying it.
We're here to help you prepare for baby during pregnancy and, with transition after baby is born through individual, group, & family therapy.
Being a new mom is hard. You’re sleep deprived, learning your new little one, and everyone has advice for you. “Sleep when the baby sleeps; you’ll feel better, and happier, when you get a few more hours of sleep; It’s just the baby blues, you’ll be ok in a few weeks; the house work can get done later, make sure the baby is eating enough…” What if you’re still sad after “a few weeks”, you feel scared, anxious, or can't turn your thoughts off? It can start to feel like you are getting through each day in "survival mode". With the help of our knowledgeable counselors, you can stop "surviving" life and start enjoying it.
Place of Grace Counseling Services
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC, CTP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32223 (Online Only)
Listening is key and feeling unheard is frustrating! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of FL and Georgia and is also PSI trained in Perinatal Mood disorders.
Juliet is now accepting new clients in Florida and Georgia (Telehealth only) In this ever changing complex world, life brings challenges and distractions. Make yourself a priority and allow me to listen and support you as you are walking your "becoming" journey. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, having relationship difficulties or parenting skills challenges I am here to heal, recover and grow with you. I know that no single approach is the right one for every individual and so, my aim is to use evidence-based, person-centered and trauma focused approach as techniques in a safe and empathetic space. So let's begin!
Listening is key and feeling unheard is frustrating! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of FL and Georgia and is also PSI trained in Perinatal Mood disorders.
Juliet is now accepting new clients in Florida and Georgia (Telehealth only) In this ever changing complex world, life brings challenges and distractions. Make yourself a priority and allow me to listen and support you as you are walking your "becoming" journey. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, having relationship difficulties or parenting skills challenges I am here to heal, recover and grow with you. I know that no single approach is the right one for every individual and so, my aim is to use evidence-based, person-centered and trauma focused approach as techniques in a safe and empathetic space. So let's begin!
Mo Deutsch, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, NBCC, CCTP, CADAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
As a clinically licensed therapist for over 26 years, I specialize in Mood Disorders, Trauma, Addiction/Recovery, Pregnancy Trauma, and Women's Challenges Across The Life Span.
If you tired of trying to hold it all together, then I invite you to a place called self. A place were you are focusing on YOUR needs and addressing YOUR emotions, moods, and past or current challenges. You are invited to place where you will explore yourself, learn, grow, and heal. Yes, it will be a place of hard-work because we will be addressing years of unresolved problems, that you have stuffed for a number of reasons. This invitation extends to learning why you respond the way you do, changing your negative emotional responses to the event(s), and finding resolution, so that you can begin to live a more fulfilling life.
As a clinically licensed therapist for over 26 years, I specialize in Mood Disorders, Trauma, Addiction/Recovery, Pregnancy Trauma, and Women's Challenges Across The Life Span.
If you tired of trying to hold it all together, then I invite you to a place called self. A place were you are focusing on YOUR needs and addressing YOUR emotions, moods, and past or current challenges. You are invited to place where you will explore yourself, learn, grow, and heal. Yes, it will be a place of hard-work because we will be addressing years of unresolved problems, that you have stuffed for a number of reasons. This invitation extends to learning why you respond the way you do, changing your negative emotional responses to the event(s), and finding resolution, so that you can begin to live a more fulfilling life.
Anna is a specialist for clients with OCD, anxiety, and throughout the pregnancy/ postpartum time period. Through virtual sessions, she provides evidence based therapies, such as, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) and also uses mindfulness techniques, ACT, CBT, and DBT informed techniques. She is Perinatal Mental Health Certified and has specific training for CBT for Insomnia. She is most familiar with these OCD subtypes - Contamination OCD, Perinatal/ Postpartum OCD, Sexual Orientation OCD, and Relationship OCD
Anna is a specialist for clients with OCD, anxiety, and throughout the pregnancy/ postpartum time period. Through virtual sessions, she provides evidence based therapies, such as, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) and also uses mindfulness techniques, ACT, CBT, and DBT informed techniques. She is Perinatal Mental Health Certified and has specific training for CBT for Insomnia. She is most familiar with these OCD subtypes - Contamination OCD, Perinatal/ Postpartum OCD, Sexual Orientation OCD, and Relationship OCD
Are you feeling stuck? Is something off ? Not feeling like yourself? Bored with life or completely stressed out? I work with those struggling with anxiety and depression to obtain balance in their life through supportive therapy. I specialize in women’s wellness. This means I work with women who are going through a transition in life, struggling with anxiety or depression, eating disorders, infertility, postpartum, parenting, divorce, or menopause just to name a few.
Are you feeling stuck? Is something off ? Not feeling like yourself? Bored with life or completely stressed out? I work with those struggling with anxiety and depression to obtain balance in their life through supportive therapy. I specialize in women’s wellness. This means I work with women who are going through a transition in life, struggling with anxiety or depression, eating disorders, infertility, postpartum, parenting, divorce, or menopause just to name a few.
Better Beginnings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32210
***We also provide counseling and psychiatry to those who are NOT within pregnancy or postpartum.
LOCATIONS IN ALACHUA AND ORANGE PARK/JACKSONVILLE. Better Beginnings is Florida's premier practice specializing in mental health surrounding fertility, pregnancy, loss and early parenting years. Our levels of care include prenatal preparation, traditional weekly outpatient visits and Florida's first Mother/Baby Partial Hospitalization Program (an intensive, outpatient day program). All of our team have received additional training and education in working during the time of pregnancy and postpartum. We look forward to partnering with you in your care.
***We also provide counseling and psychiatry to those who are NOT within pregnancy or postpartum.
LOCATIONS IN ALACHUA AND ORANGE PARK/JACKSONVILLE. Better Beginnings is Florida's premier practice specializing in mental health surrounding fertility, pregnancy, loss and early parenting years. Our levels of care include prenatal preparation, traditional weekly outpatient visits and Florida's first Mother/Baby Partial Hospitalization Program (an intensive, outpatient day program). All of our team have received additional training and education in working during the time of pregnancy and postpartum. We look forward to partnering with you in your care.
Annia Palacios
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256 (Online Only)
Online therapy for moms, parents, and moms-to-be who are feeling overwhelmed and finding the journey of parenting much harder than anticipated. The journey of becoming a parent changes us - in the best ways and also in some challenging and unexpected ways. Anxiety, mom rage, overstimulation, relationship issues, birth trauma, and postpartum depression can make it hard to find joy sometimes, especially when you don't feel quite like yourself these days. You love your baby but want things to be different. You want things to be better so you can be the parent you'd always hoped you'd be. I've got you.
Online therapy for moms, parents, and moms-to-be who are feeling overwhelmed and finding the journey of parenting much harder than anticipated. The journey of becoming a parent changes us - in the best ways and also in some challenging and unexpected ways. Anxiety, mom rage, overstimulation, relationship issues, birth trauma, and postpartum depression can make it hard to find joy sometimes, especially when you don't feel quite like yourself these days. You love your baby but want things to be different. You want things to be better so you can be the parent you'd always hoped you'd be. I've got you.
Amanda Atkins Counseling Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32254
Hi! I'm Amanda, founder of Amanda Atkins Counseling Group. My practice is licensed to see clients in Florida, Colorado, Wisconsin, Illinois, & North Carolina - which can be helpful for family therapy or long distance couples! We love working with women, families, business owners, couples at all stages, parents (particularly parents of children with disabilities), as well as perinatal and postpartum people. We enjoy helping families (siblings/parents, any!) work through conflict as well as those struggling with grief, terminal illness, chronic illness, anxiety, & depression. We're an LGBTQ+ affirming practice - all are welcome here.
Hi! I'm Amanda, founder of Amanda Atkins Counseling Group. My practice is licensed to see clients in Florida, Colorado, Wisconsin, Illinois, & North Carolina - which can be helpful for family therapy or long distance couples! We love working with women, families, business owners, couples at all stages, parents (particularly parents of children with disabilities), as well as perinatal and postpartum people. We enjoy helping families (siblings/parents, any!) work through conflict as well as those struggling with grief, terminal illness, chronic illness, anxiety, & depression. We're an LGBTQ+ affirming practice - all are welcome here.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32209
I am also a trained Perinatal Mental Health Counselor ( postpartum.
Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma history, or relationship conflicts? Are you looking for someone with an empathetic ear? Have you been looking for the type of counselor who will be honest and interject humor while providing encouragement to achieve your goals?
I am also a trained Perinatal Mental Health Counselor ( postpartum.
Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma history, or relationship conflicts? Are you looking for someone with an empathetic ear? Have you been looking for the type of counselor who will be honest and interject humor while providing encouragement to achieve your goals?
Recovery from Perinatal Anxiety and Depression is possible, but easier and quicker if you have support from specialists.
Focusing on Perinatal Mental Health encompasses all aspects of the journey to motherhood. I find that working with new moms struggling with the transition, anxiety and depression, women working to overcome infertility and the frustration of trying to conceive, and the moms that have experienced heartbreak of loss is where my heart is. The struggles during all of these journeys can be exhausting. Whether it is sleepless nights with a newborn, anxiety and worry keeping you up at night, or the wish that you were being kept up at night because you are struggling with becoming pregnant or have had a pregnancy loss-you have a place here.
Recovery from Perinatal Anxiety and Depression is possible, but easier and quicker if you have support from specialists.
Focusing on Perinatal Mental Health encompasses all aspects of the journey to motherhood. I find that working with new moms struggling with the transition, anxiety and depression, women working to overcome infertility and the frustration of trying to conceive, and the moms that have experienced heartbreak of loss is where my heart is. The struggles during all of these journeys can be exhausting. Whether it is sleepless nights with a newborn, anxiety and worry keeping you up at night, or the wish that you were being kept up at night because you are struggling with becoming pregnant or have had a pregnancy loss-you have a place here.
Rebecca Corbicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, PMH-C, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32223
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years experience. Currently accepting Social Work Interns for Qualified Supervision and new clients seeking a warm, client-focused therapist with extensive experience in trauma, women's health, and medical background. I am Certified in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMH-C) as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years experience. Currently accepting Social Work Interns for Qualified Supervision and new clients seeking a warm, client-focused therapist with extensive experience in trauma, women's health, and medical background. I am Certified in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMH-C) as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
We welcome moms struggling with fertility or pregnancy loss concerns as these are sensitive experiences that often evoke feelings such as shame, guilt and depression.
Finally- A therapy practice JUST for moms! Being a mom at any stage can be hard. Pregnancy and the postpartum period can be an extremely emotional experience for moms. Many changes happen mentally and physically that can make this time period challenging. As many as 1 in 7 moms will experience a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD). PMAD can occur at any point from conception through postpartum, sometimes extending into a lengthy course of time if not treated. If you are a mom with these issues, you might feel alone, helpless and fearful of how to ask for help with PMADs.
We welcome moms struggling with fertility or pregnancy loss concerns as these are sensitive experiences that often evoke feelings such as shame, guilt and depression.
Finally- A therapy practice JUST for moms! Being a mom at any stage can be hard. Pregnancy and the postpartum period can be an extremely emotional experience for moms. Many changes happen mentally and physically that can make this time period challenging. As many as 1 in 7 moms will experience a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD). PMAD can occur at any point from conception through postpartum, sometimes extending into a lengthy course of time if not treated. If you are a mom with these issues, you might feel alone, helpless and fearful of how to ask for help with PMADs.
It’s been a rollercoaster of emotions since you became a parent. From the anxiety you experienced when you first found out you were pregnant to the postpartum changes in mood. Now that the baby is here, you’re sleep-deprived, overwhelmed and struggling to recognize the person you’ve become overnight. You find yourself worrying about the smallest things, things you would have never thought of before and even the real housewives no longer bring you joy. Your mind feels foggy, and you keep wondering if it’s really possible to love your baby and still fantasize about a solo vacation.
It’s been a rollercoaster of emotions since you became a parent. From the anxiety you experienced when you first found out you were pregnant to the postpartum changes in mood. Now that the baby is here, you’re sleep-deprived, overwhelmed and struggling to recognize the person you’ve become overnight. You find yourself worrying about the smallest things, things you would have never thought of before and even the real housewives no longer bring you joy. Your mind feels foggy, and you keep wondering if it’s really possible to love your baby and still fantasize about a solo vacation.
Hannah L Littlepage
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32218
I'm here to support you as you bravely heal and grow. It's an honor to walk this road with you. I work with women, families, and couples on a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, childhood trauma, spirituality, relationship stress, and marital crisis. I also focus on maternal mental health, including pre- pregnancy, infertility, birth trauma, and postpartum issues. Are you ready to dig deep and become the best version of yourself?
I'm here to support you as you bravely heal and grow. It's an honor to walk this road with you. I work with women, families, and couples on a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, childhood trauma, spirituality, relationship stress, and marital crisis. I also focus on maternal mental health, including pre- pregnancy, infertility, birth trauma, and postpartum issues. Are you ready to dig deep and become the best version of yourself?
Christina M. Schultz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
I employ EMDR therapy to treat my first responder, caregiver, grief, trauma, and postpartum depression and anxiety clients.
Right now, you’re struggling to find purpose in your daily life — feeling overwhelmed by grief or other role demands. You need a warm, safe environment to explore patterns that are holding you back and find ways of moving forward. While it’s easier to hide from what is causing you pain, by taking action now you will begin to understand who you are and what you want out of life. Regardless if you are a student, a first responder, a new mom, a professional, or retired— you will learn new ways to cope with life — but most importantly learn to make positive changes toward greater life balance and acceptance, while creating meaning.
I employ EMDR therapy to treat my first responder, caregiver, grief, trauma, and postpartum depression and anxiety clients.
Right now, you’re struggling to find purpose in your daily life — feeling overwhelmed by grief or other role demands. You need a warm, safe environment to explore patterns that are holding you back and find ways of moving forward. While it’s easier to hide from what is causing you pain, by taking action now you will begin to understand who you are and what you want out of life. Regardless if you are a student, a first responder, a new mom, a professional, or retired— you will learn new ways to cope with life — but most importantly learn to make positive changes toward greater life balance and acceptance, while creating meaning.
Shaquila Glass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258 (Online Only)
With additional training in Perinatal Mental Health Disorders, I’m here to support you in overcoming past trauma and achieving your fullest potential.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s transitions, struggling with anxiety, depression, or navigating perinatal mental health challenges? My name is Shaquila Glass, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I’m here to help. Licensed to provide online sessions in Virginia, DC, Arkansas, and Florida, I am dedicated to empowering women. I specialize in working with women facing perinatal mental health disorders, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, and unique women’s issues. My client-centered approach is tailored to your unique needs, helping you uncover strengths and guiding you toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
With additional training in Perinatal Mental Health Disorders, I’m here to support you in overcoming past trauma and achieving your fullest potential.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s transitions, struggling with anxiety, depression, or navigating perinatal mental health challenges? My name is Shaquila Glass, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I’m here to help. Licensed to provide online sessions in Virginia, DC, Arkansas, and Florida, I am dedicated to empowering women. I specialize in working with women facing perinatal mental health disorders, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, and unique women’s issues. My client-centered approach is tailored to your unique needs, helping you uncover strengths and guiding you toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
My training as a birth doula, trauma informed yoga teacher and schooling for exercise science and social work led me to combine experiences and specialize in perinatal and reproductive mental health, life transitions and trauma.
Hi! My name is Melissa and I specialize in perinatal and reproductive mental health, life transitions and trauma for clients across the life span. Anything from pre-conception/ pregnancy/ postpartum anxiety, depression or OCD, ADHD, birth trauma, pregnancy and infant loss, navigating parenthood/foster care/adoption, infertility, PMDD, PCOS, endometriosis, abortion, perimenopause, life transitions, sexual trauma, childhood trauma and other traumatic experiences and therapy for fellow birth workers and first responders is my expertise.
My training as a birth doula, trauma informed yoga teacher and schooling for exercise science and social work led me to combine experiences and specialize in perinatal and reproductive mental health, life transitions and trauma.
Hi! My name is Melissa and I specialize in perinatal and reproductive mental health, life transitions and trauma for clients across the life span. Anything from pre-conception/ pregnancy/ postpartum anxiety, depression or OCD, ADHD, birth trauma, pregnancy and infant loss, navigating parenthood/foster care/adoption, infertility, PMDD, PCOS, endometriosis, abortion, perimenopause, life transitions, sexual trauma, childhood trauma and other traumatic experiences and therapy for fellow birth workers and first responders is my expertise.
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists
What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?
The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.
When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?
Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.
How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?
A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviors. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.
Are there specific medications for postpartum depression?
In 2019, the FDA approved the first medication designed to treat postpartum depression. The medication is called brexanolone and is delivered intravenously by a medical professional over the course of a few days. However, typical antidepressants, which are more accessible, can also treat postpartum depression. The disorder is often best treated through a combination of medication and therapy.