Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA

Welcome to Mindful Journey Therapeutic Services! I am a Clinical Therapist and a Group Support Leader. I provide a safe space for women to allow them to explore their true thoughts and feelings while developing healthier habits and coping skills. A goal of mine is to help women while they cannot control every aspect of the world around them, they can take control of how they interpret and deal with things in their environment. I am a person-centered therapist who provides a holistic approach focusing on the client's needs. I have experience working with Adults, Families, and Group Therapy.

Facing challenges in managing life's stressors, difficulties in communication, or struggling to connect with loved ones? If you're seeking support to explore your self-worth, understand core beliefs, and foster personal growth, I specialize in guiding individuals, families, and youth through these challenges. Whether you're navigating the complexities of helping you cope with anxiety in our changing world, self esteem, pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting, my therapy provides a pathway to self-discovery, coping strategies, healing, and overall personal growth..

Relationships and connections with others are the essence of life so what happens when YOU struggle in you relationships with others? Are you doomed to have a difficult and unhappy existence? Are you stuck in the role of fixer, people pleaser, scapegoat, martyr, the one that “never gets any help”? What about perfectionist, doer, the angry one, the strong one, or the one who always has to sacrifice for others to be happy? Whether you are married, dating, unemployed, single, parenting, an employee, a sibling - the quality of your relationships determine the quality of your life and this cannot be ignored.

Transitions and adjustments can be difficult. At times we can feel wonderful, while other times we are left wondering "what happened?". In those moments, it can be difficult to know what to do or how to navigate the next steps in our life. The journey can be painful, overwhelming and just down right exhausting. While many of us experience similar situations, no one experience is the same; which is why I want to help find what benefits and helps you the most. I will help guide you and support you during your journey by tailoring treatment to fit you and your experience(s).

Whether you are a mom seeking counseling during pregnancy, postpartum, or have been a mom for years; we can work together to help you feel better. Or perhaps you are a woman struggling to conceive, experiencing infertility issues, are questioning whether it is the right time to grow your family, are feeling stuck and unsure what step is next in life, or find yourself facing decisions that you are unsure how to navigate…. I am here to help. Some common concerns addressed in counseling may include grief, personal growth, anxiety, depression, trauma,  family conflict, , irritability, overwhelm, mom guilt, feeling inadequate, etc.

*Waitlist for new clients* My primary clinical focus is on women's mental health and I specialize in helping clients with navigating symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, maternal mental health (challenges experienced in any stage of motherhood), perinatal mental health (pregnancy/postpartum), and life transitions. I believe in a collaborative and individualized treatment approach, as effective therapy is not based on a "one size fits all" model. We'll work together to determine the best plan for therapy specific to you, and I will provide support, education, and resources to help guide and empower you throughout your journey!

Are you pregnant and experiencing some anxiety related to being a Mom? Do you find yourself crying, feeling overwhelmed or wanting to be alone? Are you in a stage of life transition? Being a licensed mental health professional for 21 years, I specialize in helping women manage life transitions, postpartum depression, trauma, anxiety and grief. I also have extensive experience and training working with foster care and adoption issues. As a certified Prepare Enrich facilitator, I also assist premarital and married couples with assessing their strengths, opportunities for growth, and learning skills to strengthen their relationship.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a robust background in mental health therapy, specializing in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, and depression. I have a commitment to fostering healing and resilience by helping individuals navigate and overcome life’s most difficult emotional challenges. I have a keen interest in maternal mental health and trauma-informed care. My clinical training includes specific training in perinatal mental health and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.

My name is Brittany O'Brien and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional. I specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, perinatal/postpartum mental health, disordered eating, and couples/relationship therapy.

I am an experienced therapist offering counseling to individuals and couples. I provide a professional, relaxed environment in which clients will receive honest feedback and support surrounding their life stressors. I enjoy supporting clients in all phases of life transitions as they embark on a journey of increased health and well-being. I am certified in EMDR, as well as a specialist in perinatal mental health. I am also trained in Brainspotting. Using these approaches, as well as talk therapy, can truly help clients process the root issues related to current stressors.

My approach is non-judgmental, adaptational, and strengths-based, working with each client to identify their unique strengths and build upon them to better meet their needs. I am passionate about exploring topics of parenting skills and coparenting, separation/divorce, neurodivergence, and mood and anxiety disorders.

Currently accepting new clients. As a licensed therapist for over 11 years, I help clients who are facing issues including: perinatal/maternal mental health depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, daily life stressors, relationship/interpersonal conflict, self-esteem issues, and parenting challenges.

I am a bi-lingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Perinatal (Pregnancy & Post Partum) Mental Health Specialist. I have experience working with adults, teens and families dealing with issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, work/life stress, adjusting to life transitions, etc. I have ample experience working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and ages, both in community mental health and in private practice.

Are you struggling with infertility? Have you experienced unsuccessful IVF attempts? Have you experienced the loss of a child during or shortly after birth? Do you feel anxious, depressed, vulnerable, frustrated, hopeless, angry, or inadequate? Does it seem as if you have loss total control of your life? Is your problem affecting your daily functioning? Do you feel alone? Does is seem no one understands? If the answer is "yes" you have come to the right place. Allow me to assist you with managing the emotional and psychological pain associated with this devastating type of loss in a supportive and caring environment.

Teletherapy services offered in the states of Virginia and New Hampshire. If you strip away all the buzz phrases and five dollar words, at the end of the day, therapy boils down to a conversation about what is meaningful to you in life at this exact moment in time. As a seasoned therapist with over twenty five years of mental health experience, I seek to offer insight, support, and alliance with you as we explore what brings you to therapy and help you find your own answers. With a balance of straight forward observation and compassion, we will collaborate together to help you gain a sense of control and serenity in your life.

Like many parents, my experiences with pregnancy and the transition into motherhood was fraught with unexpected challenges that left me feeling anxious and inadequate. Today, as I embark on a second career as a social worker, I am committed to supporting women and their families as they navigate these tremendously vulnerable times. Regardless of your unique circumstances, if you are experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression, I am committed to offering high-quality, supervised support.

I have a wealth of experience and advanced training in women’s mental health, including perinatal and maternal mental health. I’ve had the privilege of working with hundreds of women and families, as they navigate the joys and sorrows of complex pregnancy and birth experiences.

Becoming a mother is expected to be one of the best times of a woman's life, so when we have difficulty conceiving or feel down when we are pregnant or postpartum, we feel alone and guilty. Know that you are not alone and you can get through Infertility and recover from maternal mental health issues. Dealing with chronic medical challenges, Infertility or pregnancy loss can leave you feeling drained emotionally, physically and financially. My goal at Bloom Psychotherapy Center is to help women grow through these difficult periods, develop the tools to heal and bloom into the Best version of themselves!

My speciality varies from working with individuals with anxiety disorders, perinatal / postpartum mental health, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and perfectionism. Additionally, I have clinical experience working with depression, trauma, grief, domestic violence, women's issues, religious trauma & abuse, neurodiversity, military, first responders, and addiction.