SERVICES
As a new mom, we are often told that pregnancy and welcoming a child into the world should be a happy, joyous time. After birth, many parents report difficulty with the transition to motherhood, changes in mood and anxiety, trouble connecting with their new baby, or struggles maintaining social relationships with partners, family members, or friends. It is okay to have conflicting feelings about motherhood. Parenting is a big job and there is no step-by-step manual to help you through the role. It can be difficult to manage your child’s behavior or know what to do in every situation and it is common to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and unsure about how to navigate each phase. Particularly with young children who are constantly developing and changing, it can be challenging to figure out how to best support your child. Whether you feel like you need extra support, something does not feel right with your child’s development or behavior, others are sharing concerns about your child, or your family has experienced a significant life event, I can help you explore your concerns, develop routines and find new strategies for relating to your child’s unique temperament, creating more ease in your day-to-day activities and interactions while maintaining a strong parent-child relationship.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Common Presenting Problems:
- Adjustment to Motherhood
- Parent Support and Guidance
- Postpartum Struggles
- Postpartum Depression/Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs)
- Pregnancy Stress
- Birth Trauma
- Fertility and Reproductive Challenges
- Relationship conflicts or stress with peers
- Life transitions
I run a “Find Your Village” therapy group based on pregnancy or age of your child. Please explore the group that best fits your needs and contact me for more information about the next offering.
GROUP THERAPY
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First Pregnancy Support Group (for first time moms)When you first find out you are expecting, you may experience a range of strong emotions, both positive and negative. For some, this can be a scary time in which you have more questions than answers and may be overwhelmed trying to figure out how to prepare for life as a parent. This 8-week closed group is for first time moms-to-be who are looking to connect with other expecting mothers to discuss all things from creating a registry, sharing news with family, OB/GYN appointments, delivery expectations, and postpartum life. Together we will explore topics pertinent to pregnancy from social, emotional and medical perspectives and help to create realistic expectations so that you feel more prepared to take on your new role as a mother. No current scheduled group, please contact me for additional information on the next group offering.
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New Moms Support Group (under 9 months)Entering motherhood can be happy and exciting, yet is often a challenging transition. Even in the best of times, many parents feel overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or isolated. This 6-week closed group for moms with babies under 9 months offers a way to connect with other parents, explore joys and challenges of motherhood, and discuss topics pertinent to parenting and child development. Together we’ll explore new ways to adapt to parenthood with strategies for revising expectations, enhancing relationships, and strengthening parenting skills. No current scheduled group, please contact me for additional information on the next group offering.
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Toddler Moms Support Group (ages 18m - 3y) **anticipated start date of September 5th at 1pm**Adjusting to life with a newborn is challenging but as they continue to grow to toddlerhood, many moms may experience a new mix of excitement and demands. Almost overnight it can seem like your baby has turned into a little person with his/her own thoughts, feelings, and emotions. This 6-week closed group is for moms with toddlers between 18 months - 3 years to connect with other parents going through similar struggles, explore the joys and challenges of toddler independence, and discuss topics pertinent to parenting this age. Together, we’ll explore how to adapt to toddlerhood with strategies for revising expectations, adding siblings to the family, finding joy in chaos, enhancing relationships, and strengthening parenting capacity. Anticipated group starting Thursday, September 5th at 1pm. Please contact me for additional information and to schedule a consultation if you would like to join.
CLINICAL SUPERVISION AND TRAINING
Clinical Supervision for mental health professionals with specialization in perinatal/maternal mental health and infant mental health. Clinical supervision is imperative for quality work with perinatal and infant mental health populations to enhance the work and the field. I provide clinical supervision to those working towards licensure or for continued learning, support and consultation. Supervision can be delivered individually or in a group setting, by request.
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Professional Consultation to daycares and schools about a variety of topics pertaining to early childhood in the form of workshops or ongoing consultation sessions. Consultation can be geared towards administration/teaching staff or to parents. Some common topics of interest include:
- Social-emotional learning in early childhood
- Early Intervention (EI) and Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE)
o Process of obtaining an evaluation through EI, CPSE, or external provider
o Services meeting and decision on service providers
o Transition between EI, CPSE, CSE
- Early childhood developmental milestones
