Pregnancy and Postpartum

I have completed Postpartum Support International's Maternal Mental Health Certificate.

I am Perinatal Mental Health Certified. This certification is awarded to mental health professionals who have specialized training in working with individuals during the perinatal period, which includes pregnancy and the postpartum phase.

You did the hard part, or so you thought. The pregnancy and birthing is finally over but now life seems so much more overwhelming. Everyone makes it look so easy and yet that is not your experience. The ruminating thoughts swirl in your head, it would be scary for people to hear what you've been thinking. And the anxiety feels so high you just can't concentrate. You know you need the help and feel like such a failure. But it is finally time, reach out today.

With over 10 years of experience as a postpartum doula, I support clients through identity shifts, evolving relationships, and emotional challenges that arise during the postpartum period. I help individuals process emotions, set healthy boundaries, and develop effective coping strategies. Now transitioning into mental health therapy, I bring a holistic, compassionate approach, empowering clients to navigate parenthood’s complexities with confidence and resilience.

Pregnancy and postpartum come with significant changes in how an individual views themselves (or partner), their identity, and their transition to becoming a parent. I have worked with individuals on understanding that there is no "right" way to feel during these transitions and to have more acceptance and self-compassion for navigating these transitions. I have also worked with clients who experience mental health symptoms (such as anxiety or PTSD) during or after pregnancy.

Drawing on my decade of perinatal experience, I address mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I integrate physical and emotional support, teach coping skills, and involve partners when appropriate. My trauma-informed approach helps clients with past pregnancy losses or birth trauma. Whether in-person or via telemedicine, I empower clients to navigate the challenges of pregnancy and new parenthood, fostering resilience and positive mental health outcomes.

I have accompanied dozens of births and hundreds of families as a birth doula, always seeking to be updated and informed. I have trained with wise Mexican women in the art of rebozo, and I have learned from the families that each birth is an opportunity for growth for the whole family. I have experience in planned home birth, bvac, pregnancy loss, migrant mothers, etc.

If you're pregnant, or recently gave birth, struggle can show up in lots of ways: depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts and actions, PTSD, and in rare cases psychosis. You do not have to suffer alone and there is nothing "wrong" with being unable to bask in the glow of pregnancy and parenthood the way you're "supposed to." These issues are treatable with compassion, acceptance, and research-backed therapy. Let's normalize your scary thoughts and figure out your plan for recovery together.

I spent the first part of my career working exclusively with children, which included a large amount of caregiver support, and led me to seek more specialization to support new parents (partners included) during such a vulnerable life chapter. I am certified in Perinatal Mental Health by Postpartum Support International, and have collaborative relationships with various members of the local birthing community (doulas, midwives, lactation consultants).

Besides having two children myself, I have had professional training from Postpartum Support International - the leading organization in advocating for parents in the perinatal period. Pregnancy and welcoming a new baby are supposed to be joyful times, but unforeseen complications can derail this happy time and turn it into a time of stress and anxiety instead. It does get better! And you can find the support you need as you navigate this big transition - I would love to be part of your team!

I specialize in supporting individuals during the transformative and often challenging phases of pregnancy and postpartum. Whether you’re navigating perinatal anxiety, depression, or the overwhelming changes that accompany parenthood, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to help you adjust, heal, and regain a sense of balance. Together, we can work toward building emotional resilience and confidence as you embrace this new chapter.

We treat Perinatal/Postpartum/Maternal OCD, providing moms-to-be and new moms who are suffering with OCD symptoms effective treatment. We offer treatment for both maternal themes, such as an intense fear of harming or contaminating your infant, as well as any other subtype of OCD during pregnancy and postpartum. Should any OCD symptoms persist after the perinatal period, we continue to provide care to our clients throughout the entirety of their OCD treatment journey.

Through specialized trainings in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including OCD, I hope to support you through every stage of parenthood from family planning to toddlerhood.

As a HypnoBirthing® Childbirth Educator, Prenatal Bonding (BA) and Pregnancy Dialogues™ facilitator, I'm here to support and guide you in releasing past trauma and anxiety around pregnancy and birth that may stem from past negative experiences, fertility issues or loss, and postpartum challenges. I'm here to show you how to have a calm, confident, empowered and more comfortable pregnancy, birth and parenting experience for yourself and your family.

I have accompanied dozens of births and hundreds of families as a birth doula, always seeking to be updated and informed. I have trained with wise Mexican women in the art of rebozo, and I have learned from the families that each birth is an opportunity for growth for the whole family. I have experience in planned home birth, bvac, pregnancy loss, migrant mothers, etc.

You’ve got a little one now. Congratulations! This new season of life is full of complex feelings of joy, fear and loss. Perhaps, life post partum just isn’t what you thought it would be. Maybe your past childhood trauma (that you worked so hard on in therapy) has popped back up again in light of now being a parent yourself. Having a space to be honest about these feelings and experiences can help you be the parent you want to be.

This period of life often brings a lot of "shoulds." You "should be nothing but happy. You "should" only feel grateful. You "shouldn't" feel sad, alone, scared, or mad. These expectations put immense pressure on new moms, moms-to-be, and those struggling. Yet, it's normal not to always feel these "shoulds". There's nothing wrong with you- this can be a challenging time, and sometimes it feels like your hormones are in control. Let's work together to help you feel whole again.

With a focus on perinatal mood disorders, I compassionately guide new mothers through the emotional complexities of pregnancy and postpartum. My specialized training enables me to provide a safe, understanding space for women to share their feelings. I empower them with coping strategies and support as they navigate challenges and embrace the transformative journey into motherhood.

In addition to my mental health clinical training and experience, I am a trained birth and postpartum doula. I bring this experience into our session to further support birthing persons during pregnancy and the postpartum period. I specialize in helping those experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety and postpartum rage.