Becoming a parent can bring a mix of emotions that are not always expected. Along with moments of connection, there can be anxiety, grief, uncertainty, or feeling not like yourself.
This may include experiences such as infertility, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, adoption, or navigating pregnancy and postpartum in ways that feel more complex than anticipated. These experiences can affect how you see yourself, your relationships, and your sense of stability day to day.
You do not have to go through this alone. Therapy offers a space to process what you are carrying, make sense of what is happening, and begin to move forward in a way that feels steady and grounded in your life.
This stage does not always feel how you expected it would.
You might be navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, adoption, or early pregnancy and feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or unsure what to do next. Even when things are moving forward, it can feel emotionally complicated in ways that are hard to explain.
I provide virtual therapy across Texas, with specialized training in perinatal mental health, to help you make sense of what is happening, process difficult emotions, and begin to move forward in a way that feels steady, manageable, and grounded in your day to day life..
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are common and can develop during pregnancy or in the first year after birth. About 1 in 5 mothers and 1 in 10 partners experience symptoms such as anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, or difficulty feeling like themselves during this time.
These experiences are not limited to one path to parenthood. They can affect those navigating pregnancy, postpartum, fertility challenges, or adoption.
These experiences are not random. They are often connected to significant hormonal shifts, nervous system changes, past experiences, and the stress of navigating a major life transition. For many people, this shows up as feeling overwhelmed, more reactive, disconnected, or unsure how to manage their thoughts and emotions.
You might be experiencing:
Persistent sadness or feeling overwhelmed
Anxiety, irritability, or racing thoughts
Difficulty bonding or feeling disconnected
Guilt or feeling like you are not doing enough
Intrusive or distressing thoughts
"“I thought I hated this stage of my life. I didn’t realize how much I needed support and to understand what was happening.”
Take the First Step
I specialize in supporting parents through the emotional complexities of pregnancy and postpartum. Together, we’ll explore what’s happening, develop coping strategies, and work toward easing the transition into parenthood. My goal is to help you navigate these changes with more confidence, clarity, and self-compassion. Through a collaborative approach, we’ll create strategies that meet your unique needs, helping you feel more connected to both yourself and your baby.
You might not have the words for what you are experiencing yet, and that is okay. If something feels off, overwhelming, or not like yourself, that is worth paying attention to.
I provide virtual therapy across Texas for those navigating pregnancy and postpartum, including depression, anxiety, and the emotional changes that can come with this stage. When you are ready, you can book a consultation and we can start there.
