VIRTUAL THERAPY ACROSS NEW YORK STATE | PREGNANCY THROUGH THE FIRST YEAR
Therapy for Postpartum Depression & Postpartum Anxiety
Whether you are crying every day, lying awake with racing thoughts while the baby sleeps, or waiting for the part where this feels the way you expected, you don't have to go through this alone. Healing starts with a safe space and the right support.
Understanding Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Anxiety
Postpartum depression and anxiety are common, treatable perinatal conditions. They can begin while you are still pregnant or emerge months after birth, well after the initial transition phase. While temporary mood dips known as the baby blues typically resolve on their own in about two weeks, persistent symptoms require real support.
Postpartum depression often shows up as hopelessness, detachment, or feeling disconnected from your baby. Postpartum anxiety frequently presents as hypervigilance, racing thoughts, panic, and an inability to rest even when your baby is sleeping safely.
The baby blues affect many mothers in the first days after delivery and usually ease within two weeks. When the heavy mood or persistent worry continues past that window, it is something more significant that warrants attention.
NAVIGATING PPA AND PPD & WHAT CAN SHIFT IN THERAPY
You stay awake with racing thoughts even when your baby is finally sleeping
You learn practical strategies to calm your mind and get the rest you need
You cry most days and are overwhelmed by feelings you cannot always explain
You have a dedicated place to process hard emotions without judgment
You struggle with feelings of guilt, shame, or feeling disconnected from your baby
You learn to adjust your expectations and let go of perfectionism, giving yourself room to bond authentically
You feel constant fear that something terrible will happen to your baby
You loosen the grip of catastrophic worry and rebuild a sense of safety
You feel afraid to leave your baby with anyone, including your partner
You build trust in others so you can step away and catch your breath
Your partner doesn't understand how overwhelmed and sad you are, leaving you feeling scared and isolated
You and your partner learn about the signs of postpartum depression and anxiety and the best ways to support you, leading to your feeling more supported and less alone
Therapy cannot eliminate the physical demands of early parenthood, but it changes how you carry the emotional weight. Here is what shifts when you have dedicated support:
WHAT I HELP WITH
Postpartum depression
The crying, the emotional flatness, and the feeling that something is wrong with you. I help you understand what you are experiencing and find your way back toward feeling like yourself again.
Depression and anxiety during pregnancy
Perinatal mood changes do not always wait until delivery. If these feelings started while you were pregnant, getting support now helps you prepare for what comes after birth.
Postpartum anxiety and panic
The racing thoughts, the physical tension, and the constant checking. I help you calm your nervous system so worry stops running every hour of your day.
Feeding and bonding challenges
Breastfeeding does not always come easily, and bonding is not always instantaneous. Difficulty with either does not define your worth or your capability as a mother.
Intrusive thoughts after birth
Unwanted, frightening thoughts are far more common in early motherhood than people talk about. Saying them out loud to someone who understands is often the first real step toward relief.
Adjusting to motherhood
The identity shift, the loss of independence, and the hidden resentment that feels taboo to admit. We give those complex feelings a safe place to be explored.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY
How do I know if it is the baby blues or postpartum depression?
The baby blues usually begin within a few days of birth and ease on their own within two weeks. Postpartum depression lasts longer, feels heavier, and interferes with your ability to function in daily life. If your symptoms continue past two weeks or feel like they are getting worse, seeking support is far better than waiting it out.
How long after birth can postpartum depression or anxiety start?
Postpartum depression and anxiety can emerge at any point during the first year after birth.
Is it normal to have scary thoughts about my baby?
Unwanted, intrusive thoughts are very common and having them does not mean you are a bad mother or that you will act on them. But when these thoughts are frequent and hard to dismiss, or if they interfere with caring for yourself or your baby, it is time to reach out for help.
Can breastfeeding difficulties affect my mental health?
Yes. Breastfeeding challenges can lead to feelings of guilt, shame and a sense of failure when reality does not match expectations. How you feed your baby does not determine your value as a mother, and processing those feelings in therapy can bring real relief.
Do I need medication, or is therapy enough?
That depends on your individual needs and the severity of your symptoms. Therapy alone is very effective for many women. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I do not prescribe medication, but if medication seems appropriate, I will discuss it with you and help connect you with a qualified perinatal prescriber.
FINDING SUPPORT BEGINS WITH A CONVERSATION
Schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation. We will talk about what you are dealing with, what you are hoping therapy can help with, and whether my practice is the right fit for your needs. Many mothers tell me they felt embarrassed to express these feelings out loud. You will not shock me, and you will find only understanding and support here.
Sessions
Session Format: Virtual video therapy across New York State
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Location: Practice is fully virtual with no in-person office
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Who I Work With: Women and couples navigating fertility, pregnancy loss, and early parenthood
Insurance & Consultation
Insurance: In-network with Cigna. Superbills provided for out-of-network reimbursement
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Consultation: Free 15 minute phone call
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Response Time: Same or next business day