Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Worcester, MA
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Caroline Flowers Tomekowou
Counselor, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01609 (Online Only)
As your therapist, my primary goal is what's best for YOU, based on YOUR goals, and Your needs. I work primarily with individuals and couples struggling with infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, and post-partum complications. If you have been struggling to conceive, feeling anxious while pregnant, worried about your pending delivery/birth, had a difficult experience in the hospital or recovering from birth related injuries, or possibly looking to increase intimacy after a baby or a loss. I utilize different clinical approaches to support all clients on their path to wellness.
As your therapist, my primary goal is what's best for YOU, based on YOUR goals, and Your needs. I work primarily with individuals and couples struggling with infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, and post-partum complications. If you have been struggling to conceive, feeling anxious while pregnant, worried about your pending delivery/birth, had a difficult experience in the hospital or recovering from birth related injuries, or possibly looking to increase intimacy after a baby or a loss. I utilize different clinical approaches to support all clients on their path to wellness.
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If you are experiencing a significant life transition, struggling with relationship and/or marital issues, reproductive and postpartum challenges, impaired fertility, difficulty with depression, anxiety, and communication issues then I believe I can be a support to you. If you have experienced trauma I am here to help you. I work very effectively with individuals while utilizing the perspective of the individual within a relational system. I have a special interest in working with first responders and their families and I believe it is a privilege to help those who protect and serve others.
If you are experiencing a significant life transition, struggling with relationship and/or marital issues, reproductive and postpartum challenges, impaired fertility, difficulty with depression, anxiety, and communication issues then I believe I can be a support to you. If you have experienced trauma I am here to help you. I work very effectively with individuals while utilizing the perspective of the individual within a relational system. I have a special interest in working with first responders and their families and I believe it is a privilege to help those who protect and serve others.
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Jessica Butler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01604
Waitlist for new clients
I am so very proud that you are reaching out for help. I know it is a very daunting process to find a therapist that will fit YOUR needs and YOUR situation. Have you been feeling anxious, run-down, or overwhelmed about school, parenting, or family struggles? Have you started to see mood and behavioral changes in your child that have started to affect aspects of their life? Or are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed and out of control during pregnancy or after having your baby? If you found yourself nodding in agreement to any of those questions, I hope that you will reach out to start your own healing.
I am so very proud that you are reaching out for help. I know it is a very daunting process to find a therapist that will fit YOUR needs and YOUR situation. Have you been feeling anxious, run-down, or overwhelmed about school, parenting, or family struggles? Have you started to see mood and behavioral changes in your child that have started to affect aspects of their life? Or are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed and out of control during pregnancy or after having your baby? If you found yourself nodding in agreement to any of those questions, I hope that you will reach out to start your own healing.
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Julie French
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01608 (Online Only)
While I see people with a variety of concerns, one of my clinical interests is perinatal mental health.
Therapy can begin when you feel like you are struggling with yourself or with others. I collaborate with clients with a non-judgmental and person-centered approach to help them feel more like themselves. I have a diverse background and utilize various clinical tools to support clients in identifying ways to change thoughts and behaviors. I am a social worker at heart who strongly believes in the dignity and worth of every person. I will hold space and recognize that you are the expert of your own life.
While I see people with a variety of concerns, one of my clinical interests is perinatal mental health.
Therapy can begin when you feel like you are struggling with yourself or with others. I collaborate with clients with a non-judgmental and person-centered approach to help them feel more like themselves. I have a diverse background and utilize various clinical tools to support clients in identifying ways to change thoughts and behaviors. I am a social worker at heart who strongly believes in the dignity and worth of every person. I will hold space and recognize that you are the expert of your own life.
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Amy Schully
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01601 (Online Only)
It is natural for transitions such as pregnancy and childbirth to leave us feeling drained, lonely, afraid, anxious, and even depressed.
My main goal as a clinician is to foster a safe, authentic space for you to explore your emotions and feel heard. I have experience working across all age ranges, gender identifies, and with folks identifying as BIPOC and LGBTQ+. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, integrating evidence-based techniques such as mindfulness, CBT, and DBT with a person-centered lens. I believe that you know is best for you, and I am eager to help you find out what that is.
It is natural for transitions such as pregnancy and childbirth to leave us feeling drained, lonely, afraid, anxious, and even depressed.
My main goal as a clinician is to foster a safe, authentic space for you to explore your emotions and feel heard. I have experience working across all age ranges, gender identifies, and with folks identifying as BIPOC and LGBTQ+. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, integrating evidence-based techniques such as mindfulness, CBT, and DBT with a person-centered lens. I believe that you know is best for you, and I am eager to help you find out what that is.
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Meghan Gerardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01604 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating adults who are struggling with perinatal & postpartum mood disorders, infertility, & other significant life stressors or transitions.
I enjoy working with adults to provide insight, perspective, & advice around many of lifes challenges, changes & transitions. My personal experiences & clinical training lay the foundation for my eclectic, practical & humorous approach with my clients. I look forward to helping people achieve their goals, address their worries/anxieties, heal, & find their joy. I also offer Parent/Caregiver Consultation for individuals who have or are caring for an adult child with mental health issues. By partnering with me, you can learn productive strategies to engage, help, & motivate your loved ones in ways which are meaningful.
I specialize in treating adults who are struggling with perinatal & postpartum mood disorders, infertility, & other significant life stressors or transitions.
I enjoy working with adults to provide insight, perspective, & advice around many of lifes challenges, changes & transitions. My personal experiences & clinical training lay the foundation for my eclectic, practical & humorous approach with my clients. I look forward to helping people achieve their goals, address their worries/anxieties, heal, & find their joy. I also offer Parent/Caregiver Consultation for individuals who have or are caring for an adult child with mental health issues. By partnering with me, you can learn productive strategies to engage, help, & motivate your loved ones in ways which are meaningful.
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Kinsey MacGregor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01606 (Online Only)
I provide support to those experiencing anxiety, prenatal and postpartum related symptoms, racing thoughts, prolonged sadness and depression, grief, changes in your self-esteem and confidence, beliefs and identity, persistent fearfulness, grief, mood disorders, career changes, relationship conflict, DV, sports performance issues, etc. I have a strong personal commitment to helping individuals improve their lives through supporting positive change and evoking a sense of empowerment for patients and families alike.
I provide support to those experiencing anxiety, prenatal and postpartum related symptoms, racing thoughts, prolonged sadness and depression, grief, changes in your self-esteem and confidence, beliefs and identity, persistent fearfulness, grief, mood disorders, career changes, relationship conflict, DV, sports performance issues, etc. I have a strong personal commitment to helping individuals improve their lives through supporting positive change and evoking a sense of empowerment for patients and families alike.
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Heather A Benjamin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01653 (Online Only)
Life happens and sometimes a lot can be happening all at once. From relationship struggles, family planning, career changes, navigating life transitions, death/loss, illness, TTC/postpartum/Parenthood, gender & sexuality, family stressors, trauma, living through a global pandemic and the aftermath. It makes sense if you are feeling anxious, sad, unsure, lost, and overwhelmed. If any of these resonates with you, It's time to prioritize your mental and emotional wellbeing.
Life happens and sometimes a lot can be happening all at once. From relationship struggles, family planning, career changes, navigating life transitions, death/loss, illness, TTC/postpartum/Parenthood, gender & sexuality, family stressors, trauma, living through a global pandemic and the aftermath. It makes sense if you are feeling anxious, sad, unsure, lost, and overwhelmed. If any of these resonates with you, It's time to prioritize your mental and emotional wellbeing.
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Mera Weber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01601 (Online Only)
Immediate openings! I am a clinical Social Worker who offers a warm, safe, collaborative and judgement free space, for individuals to process their thoughts and feelings. I have a diverse background working with adolescents, young adults and adults in all stages of life. Specialty/areas of interest: infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, women’s health, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Immediate openings! I am a clinical Social Worker who offers a warm, safe, collaborative and judgement free space, for individuals to process their thoughts and feelings. I have a diverse background working with adolescents, young adults and adults in all stages of life. Specialty/areas of interest: infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, women’s health, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
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I provide expertly tailored therapy for adults facing anxiety - including worry, panic, OCD, health anxiety, perinatal anxiety, phobias and more.
Life long worrier? Start here. I'm an anxiety specialist (worry, panic, OCD, phobias, social, health) and I'd love to help you feel better. Are you feeling exhausted by your looping anxiety? Always tense, crabby or weepy? Avoiding people or resisting a change? Perhaps you're worried about how much you're worrying, feeling uncomfortably inflexible or intensely worried about your health. You're feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, emotionally fried. You're here because anxiety has been a bully and it's time to push back. You're ready to connect to the joy and meaning in your life, instead of working so hard to escape stress and anxiety.
I provide expertly tailored therapy for adults facing anxiety - including worry, panic, OCD, health anxiety, perinatal anxiety, phobias and more.
Life long worrier? Start here. I'm an anxiety specialist (worry, panic, OCD, phobias, social, health) and I'd love to help you feel better. Are you feeling exhausted by your looping anxiety? Always tense, crabby or weepy? Avoiding people or resisting a change? Perhaps you're worried about how much you're worrying, feeling uncomfortably inflexible or intensely worried about your health. You're feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, emotionally fried. You're here because anxiety has been a bully and it's time to push back. You're ready to connect to the joy and meaning in your life, instead of working so hard to escape stress and anxiety.
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Rachel Sasseville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01606 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you facing struggles like anxiety, depression (postpartum or otherwise), parenting, relationship or interpersonal / family issues? Maybe you're noticing that- as a response to stress or old habits- you've built an unhealthy relationship to alcohol, substances or food. I provide an open and positive space to explore any of these issues and work with folks to identify realistic and promising solutions for wellness.
Are you facing struggles like anxiety, depression (postpartum or otherwise), parenting, relationship or interpersonal / family issues? Maybe you're noticing that- as a response to stress or old habits- you've built an unhealthy relationship to alcohol, substances or food. I provide an open and positive space to explore any of these issues and work with folks to identify realistic and promising solutions for wellness.
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Jamiere Trifilio is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 5 years of experience in outpatient therapy. Jamiere believes in client-centered therapy where clients are actively involved in their treatment. Jamiere also believes in an empathetic approach to therapy where a client feels safe, heard, and seen. Being a black woman in America gives Jamiere a unique perspective on life and growth. It has helped her grow as a therapist and have compassion toward humanity. Jamiere specializes in women's mental health for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, pregnancy, postpartum, and stress.
Jamiere Trifilio is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 5 years of experience in outpatient therapy. Jamiere believes in client-centered therapy where clients are actively involved in their treatment. Jamiere also believes in an empathetic approach to therapy where a client feels safe, heard, and seen. Being a black woman in America gives Jamiere a unique perspective on life and growth. It has helped her grow as a therapist and have compassion toward humanity. Jamiere specializes in women's mental health for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, pregnancy, postpartum, and stress.
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Kelley Bailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01602
Accepting new clients age 18+. Individual therapy only. Best reached by e-mail for availability. Specialties include but are not limited to: college & grad students (flexible daytime appts. available), individuals working in the helping professions (mental health, healthcare, caretakers, teaching, etc.), burnout/compassion fatigue, life transitions/change, health issues, & infertility, pregnancy & postpartum. Sometimes life becomes difficult, and it can be helpful to seek out someone for support. Reaching out & asking for help can be one of the most challenging aspects of starting therapy. I applaud you for taking the first step in
Accepting new clients age 18+. Individual therapy only. Best reached by e-mail for availability. Specialties include but are not limited to: college & grad students (flexible daytime appts. available), individuals working in the helping professions (mental health, healthcare, caretakers, teaching, etc.), burnout/compassion fatigue, life transitions/change, health issues, & infertility, pregnancy & postpartum. Sometimes life becomes difficult, and it can be helpful to seek out someone for support. Reaching out & asking for help can be one of the most challenging aspects of starting therapy. I applaud you for taking the first step in
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Lauren Morris Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01602
I have extensive experience with adolescents, individual adults, and families. An additional focus is the mental health of pregnant and postpartum women. I come from a strengths based perspective and work hard to establish a strong rapport and connection with my clients. My treatment experience includes classic teen issues, perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief and loss, insomnia, adjustment to life changes, self harm, attentional deficits, learning challenges and trauma histories. My hope is to create a warm environment to help my clients build on their strengths, and empower change and forward movement in life.
I have extensive experience with adolescents, individual adults, and families. An additional focus is the mental health of pregnant and postpartum women. I come from a strengths based perspective and work hard to establish a strong rapport and connection with my clients. My treatment experience includes classic teen issues, perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief and loss, insomnia, adjustment to life changes, self harm, attentional deficits, learning challenges and trauma histories. My hope is to create a warm environment to help my clients build on their strengths, and empower change and forward movement in life.
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Emily Hogan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01610 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m glad you’re here. We all face challenges in life, and you are worth the support you're seeking. I am a unique fit for you if you identify as LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and/or chronically ill (these often overlap, especially EDS, POTS, MCAS, ME/CFS, long COVID, autoimmune). Perhaps you are here because you are facing medical trauma, new or ongoing disability, adult diagnosis of ADHD/autism, or sexuality/gender identity questions. If you would like support with trauma, I am fully EMDR trained. I am also a certified perinatal therapist and can support you in all aspects of your fertility, pregnancy, or parenthood journey.
Hello! I’m glad you’re here. We all face challenges in life, and you are worth the support you're seeking. I am a unique fit for you if you identify as LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and/or chronically ill (these often overlap, especially EDS, POTS, MCAS, ME/CFS, long COVID, autoimmune). Perhaps you are here because you are facing medical trauma, new or ongoing disability, adult diagnosis of ADHD/autism, or sexuality/gender identity questions. If you would like support with trauma, I am fully EMDR trained. I am also a certified perinatal therapist and can support you in all aspects of your fertility, pregnancy, or parenthood journey.
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Now accepting new clients for daytime openings! Intake appointments available within a week or two. Life can be challenging and complicated. Choosing a therapist doesn't have to be. I believe that building a genuine, open, and honest therapeutic relationship with my clients provides a strong foundation for successful treatment. Together, we will work to explore areas of your life that may be challenging, difficult, or unpleasant in order to set you on a path of growth, confidence, happiness, and satisfaction. My practice focuses largely on anxiety disorder treatment,the perinatal population, trauma, stress and life transitions.
Now accepting new clients for daytime openings! Intake appointments available within a week or two. Life can be challenging and complicated. Choosing a therapist doesn't have to be. I believe that building a genuine, open, and honest therapeutic relationship with my clients provides a strong foundation for successful treatment. Together, we will work to explore areas of your life that may be challenging, difficult, or unpleasant in order to set you on a path of growth, confidence, happiness, and satisfaction. My practice focuses largely on anxiety disorder treatment,the perinatal population, trauma, stress and life transitions.
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Karen Seniuk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01601 (Online Only)
I have additional training in infant and early childhood mental health and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
People are motivated to seek counseling for a variety of reasons and situations. Often, underlying those reasons is a sense that life is out of control, and the strategies that worked in the past are no longer effective. As a clinical social worker, I offer a warm, compassionate, and understanding space, as we work together with the intention of feeling more grounded and capable of handling the challenges that occur throughout our lives..
I have additional training in infant and early childhood mental health and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
People are motivated to seek counseling for a variety of reasons and situations. Often, underlying those reasons is a sense that life is out of control, and the strategies that worked in the past are no longer effective. As a clinical social worker, I offer a warm, compassionate, and understanding space, as we work together with the intention of feeling more grounded and capable of handling the challenges that occur throughout our lives..
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(ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR TELE-HEALTH (Virtual) VISITS). Expectant mothers and new moms, especially if they already have toddlers or older siblings, may feel a range of anxieties and negative thoughts as they struggle to cope in what we hope would be a joyful time. There is warm and caring support to work through all these feelings and to establish coping mechanisms that will benefit your child and you. Let me help you to feel positive and secure as a pregnant mom, new mother, or as parents together. [TRUSTED REFERRAL PARTNER OF EMBRACE MIDWIFERY, WORCESTER.]
(ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR TELE-HEALTH (Virtual) VISITS). Expectant mothers and new moms, especially if they already have toddlers or older siblings, may feel a range of anxieties and negative thoughts as they struggle to cope in what we hope would be a joyful time. There is warm and caring support to work through all these feelings and to establish coping mechanisms that will benefit your child and you. Let me help you to feel positive and secure as a pregnant mom, new mother, or as parents together. [TRUSTED REFERRAL PARTNER OF EMBRACE MIDWIFERY, WORCESTER.]
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Katy (Kathryn) Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Practice Full/Waitlist for October 2024: There are times in our lives when we just don't feel like ourselves anymore. We notice we're worrying more often, feeling more run down, or disconnected from the person we know we can be. Maybe these challenges crept up over time or perhaps they stemmed from a recent life event. I like to think of these challenges as our edges: places that might feel like a stopping point, but are really just a pause before we enter a new phase of growth. You are wise to reach out and know you can get better with the right support. I would be honored to help.
Practice Full/Waitlist for October 2024: There are times in our lives when we just don't feel like ourselves anymore. We notice we're worrying more often, feeling more run down, or disconnected from the person we know we can be. Maybe these challenges crept up over time or perhaps they stemmed from a recent life event. I like to think of these challenges as our edges: places that might feel like a stopping point, but are really just a pause before we enter a new phase of growth. You are wise to reach out and know you can get better with the right support. I would be honored to help.
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A private practice offering a help for adult women and men with issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD support, as well as issues related to relationships and life transitions, such as divorce, new parenthood, the “empty nest” or aging. A specialty focus is available for women’s reproductive related issues such as post-partum depression, infertility, perimenopause/menopause and PMDD. For men, a specialty focus is available regarding relationship and communication issues.
A private practice offering a help for adult women and men with issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD support, as well as issues related to relationships and life transitions, such as divorce, new parenthood, the “empty nest” or aging. A specialty focus is available for women’s reproductive related issues such as post-partum depression, infertility, perimenopause/menopause and PMDD. For men, a specialty focus is available regarding relationship and communication issues.
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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.