perinatal TeleTherapy

Having a baby can be one of the most meaningful times in a woman’s life but it doesn’t always feel magical. Alongside the joy, many women find themselves wrestling with fear, sadness, anxiety, guilt, or overwhelming stress. Some wonder if they’re a “bad mom,” feel like they they “can’t handle it all,” or notice they’re constantly on edge or completely shut down. These feelings can be scary and isolating, especially when you’re trying to care for a baby or your family at the same time.

If this sounds familiar, please know you are not alone. So many women struggle during pregnancy and postpartum, and it does not mean you don’t love your child or that you weren’t meant to be a mother. It simply means you’re human, moving through one of life’s biggest transitions.

The early days of motherhood can feel like a perfect storm-hormones shifting, exhaustion setting in, and the never-ending demands of caring for a newborn. It’s no wonder it can feel overwhelming. But with the right support, it truly can get better.

I help women before, during, and after pregnancy work through the heaviness of depression, anxiety, or the baby blues so they can feel more present and connected. My goal is to give you space to breathe, find steadiness, and begin to notice the beautiful moments of motherhood alongside the hard ones.

WHY DO I FEEL SO BAD?

New studies indicate that 1 in 5 women develops postpartum depression after giving birth. After the pains of pregnancy and labor, a mother deserves to enjoy her time with her baby. Of course, stress is natural. Most women experience the baby blues or symptoms of anxiety or depression that might last a week or two. The demands on a new mom are real and intense. Sometimes the combination of hormones, stress, sleeplessness, and feelings of guilt/shame creates longer-lasting suffering in the form of postpartum depression or anxiety, which is not your fault. The focus of early motherhood is a perfect storm for triggering distress. It is essential to know that having postpartum depression or anxiety does not mean you do not love your child or weren’t meant to be a mother.

I would love to help you work through your pre-pregnancy, pregnancy or postpartum depression, anxiety, or baby blues and begin feeling fully present. Online therapy can help dissipate the cloud of sadness and stress, leaving space for the beautiful parts of motherhood.

life transitions

Change is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t make it easy. Some changes can shake our foundation and leave us questioning everything. These transitions might look like relationship conflict, separation or divorce, financial strain, work stress, adapting to illness or disability, or recovering from a frightening or traumatic experience. Becoming a parent is another major life transition, one that can bring joy and meaning, but also tremendous challenges.

Together, we can work on adjusting to your “new normal,” uncovering your resilience, and moving forward with more clarity and confidence. You don’t have to go through this alone. Virtual counseling offers a safe, supportive space to help you navigate whatever changes you’re facing.

Substance Use

Substances can include alcohol, tobacco, and both legal and illegal drugs. People use them for many reasons, but no one ever intends to develop a problem. For some, substance use gradually starts to interfere with the things that matter most, health, relationships, work, or overall well-being. This can happen to anyone, and it’s nothing to be ashamed of. As humans, we naturally seek pleasure and try to avoid pain. Substances can feel like a quick way to cope, relax, socialize, or “numb out,” but over time, they often take a toll on mental and physical health and strain our connections with others.

Whether you’re simply questioning your relationship with substances, recognizing a problem, or working to maintain your recovery, I can meet you where you are. Together, we can look at the role substances play in your life and explore options, at your own pace, if you want to make a change. Finding freedom from substance use is possible, and it’s often easier with the right support. Virtual counseling can provide a safe space to help you move toward the life you want.

mental health concerns

Life can feel overwhelming at times, and many people struggle with their mental health at some point. Challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, or mood swings can affect how you think, feel, and function day to day. You might notice constant worry, low mood, irritability, changes in sleep or appetite, difficulty concentrating, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. Sometimes it shows up as a loss of interest in things you used to enjoy, or a sense that you’re just “going through the motions.”

These experiences are more common than many people realize, and they can happen to anyone. Struggling with your mental health does not mean you’re weak; it means you’re human. With the right support, it’s possible to better understand what you’re going through, develop tools to manage symptoms, and begin to feel more like yourself again.

Virtual therapy can help you gain a clearer understanding of what you’re feeling, identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and learn new perspectives and coping strategies. Over time, this work can make it easier to move through anxiety or depression and re-engage more fully in your life.

Grief and loss

Grief and loss are a natural part of life, but that doesn’t make them any less painful when they happen. In our culture, grief is often misunderstood or pushed aside, leaving many people unsure of how to navigate the intense emotions that come with it. You may find yourself wondering, “Am I supposed to feel this way?” or “Shouldn’t I be over it by now?” The truth is, there is no “right” way to grieve, but there are healthier ways to move through it.

Grief can also feel incredibly isolating. Others may not truly understand what you’re going through, and even well-meaning comments can sometimes sting or fall short. Often, people simply don’t know what to say.

In virtual counseling, you’ll have a safe space to express whatever you need, without fear of judgment and without worrying about burdening someone else. Together, we can move through the grief process at your pace. I will sit with you in your experience, help you name and understand your feelings, and support you as you begin to find your way forward. With time, healing is possible, and while grief may always be part of your story, it doesn’t have to define your future.

trauma

Trauma is an emotional response to a distressing or overwhelming event, such as an accident, assault, abuse, loss, or natural disaster. In the immediate aftermath, shock and denial are common. Over time, trauma can show up in many ways: intense emotions, flashbacks, difficulty in relationships, or physical symptoms like headaches, muscle tension, or nausea. These experiences can feel unpredictable and isolating, but you don’t have to carry them alone.

Therapy offers a safe place to begin working through trauma at your own pace. Together, we may use approaches like somatic work to help release the body’s stored stress, grounding skills to manage triggers, or cognitive and mindfulness-based strategies to shift unhelpful patterns of thought. This process can help you make sense of your experience, grieve what was lost, and begin to restore a sense of safety and connection.

Healing from trauma takes time, but it is possible. With support, you can regain strength, resilience, and hope for your future.