Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health Support
What is Perinatal Mental Health?
Perinatal mental health refers to the emotional and psychological well-being of individuals during pregnancy and the postpartum period. This time is often marked by joy and excitement, but it can also bring immense challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity shifts. Hormonal changes, sleep deprivation, and the pressures of parenthood can make it difficult to cope, and for many, past losses or traumatic experiences resurface during this transition. Seeking support during this time is not a sign of weakness—it’s a step toward healing and thriving as both an individual and a parent.
At Restoring Heart and Home, LLC, I provide compassionate, holistic therapy to help you navigate the complexities of perinatal mental health. Here are four key ways therapy with me can support you during this time:
1) Support for Baby Loss, Miscarriage, and Infertility Grief
Experiencing pregnancy loss or infertility can be an isolating and deeply painful journey. Grief in these situations is often complicated by feelings of guilt, anger, and longing, while societal pressures may leave you feeling like you need to move on before you’re ready. In therapy, I provide a safe and understanding space to process your loss, honor your emotions, and find a path forward that respects your grief while fostering healing.
2) EMDR Therapy for Complicated Pregnancies, Baby Loss, Birth Trauma & Perinatal PTSD
For those who have endured traumatic pregnancies, difficult births, or the devastating loss of a baby, the lingering emotional pain can be overwhelming. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy can help reprocess these traumatic experiences so they no longer hold power over your daily life. By addressing perinatal PTSD, birth trauma, and past pregnancy-related fears, EMDR can support emotional healing and help you regain a sense of control and peace.
3) Coping Strategies for Perinatal & Postpartum Mood & Hormonal Changes
Hormonal fluctuations during and after pregnancy can contribute to significant mood swings, anxiety, and depression. Whether you are struggling with perinatal depression, postpartum anxiety, or intrusive thoughts, therapy can provide tools to help regulate emotions, manage stress, and create a plan for self-care. Together, we’ll explore coping strategies that work for you and your unique situation, ensuring that you feel supported and empowered in your journey.
4) Guidance Through Identity Shifts & Emotional Transitions into Parenthood
Becoming a parent is a profound life transition that can stir up complex emotions, including uncertainty, loss of independence, and changes in personal relationships. Therapy can help you explore these shifts, navigate the evolving dynamics in your life, and embrace your new identity while still holding onto the parts of yourself that matter most. Whether you’re a first-time parent or adding to your family, having a space to process these emotions can make the transition smoother and more fulfilling.
You Are Not Alone
Perinatal mental health challenges are more common than many realize, but with the right support, healing is possible. Whether you're grieving a loss, working through trauma, struggling with mood changes, or adjusting to your new role as a parent, therapy can provide the tools and compassionate guidance you need. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’m here to walk alongside you in your journey toward healing and emotional well-being.