Pregnancy and Postpartum

Therapy can be a place to figure out how to adjust to parenthood and how to cope with the pressures that come with this new role. It also provides you with a place to get support for what you are going through. I work with men and women who are struggling with this adjustment in a more mild form as well as men and women who are experiencing postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.

For the last 9 years I have worked at Washington University School of Medicine specializing in work with this population. I have specialized training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders through Postpartum Support International. I have helped thousands of women navigate the perinatal period including infertility, fetal and infant loss, diagnosis and treatment for anomalies discovered in pregnancy, pregnancy and postpartum.

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.

Becoming a mother might be one of the most hardest but transformative experiences of our lives. Nothing can really prepare you for all the changes that you experience, the challenges that arise but the immense love you have for your child. There are moments of pure joy, but also ones that test every part of your being. There are moments of, I can’t do this anymore. Am I the only feeling this? Why don’t I feel the same anymore. Know, Mama, you are not alone.

I have specialized training in treating women with perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. Additionally I am a trained Bringing Baby Home facilitator, a program that helps couples navigate the transition from being a couple to being a family. In my private practice I work with parents at all stages of parenting; from new born to adult children. I have found that each stage of parenting presents its own unique challenges and I have a soft place in my heart for parents and the struggles they go through as they guide their children through life.

I have worked with women and families experiencing peripartum (during and after pregnancy) mood changes for several years through group and individual work. I supervise other clinicians working with women/families in their peripartum journey. There are countless expectations a new parent puts on themself, often causing significant distress. I aim to provide a safe space to heal, explore, and navigate this stage of life. Whether your first child or you already have children. You are not alone.

For the last 9 years I have worked at Washington University School of Medicine specializing in work with this population. I have specialized training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders through Postpartum Support International. I have helped thousands of women navigate the perinatal period including infertility, fetal and infant loss, diagnosis and treatment for anomalies discovered in pregnancy, pregnancy and postpartum.

I am a Perinatal Mental Health Treatment Specialist, PMH-C. I support clients during pregnancy and postpartum by providing specialized therapeutic interventions. I address issues like perinatal mood disorders, birth trauma, and adjustment difficulties, offering tailored support to promote emotional well-being, bonding, and adjustment to parenthood. Through individualized care, I will help you navigate the challenges of the perinatal period.

This time in our lives gives us a lot of "shoulds". You "should" be nothing but happy. You "should" only feel grateful. You "should" not feel sad, or alone, or scared. This puts so much pressure on new moms, moms-to-be, or those struggling. Yet, it can be normal not to feel these "shoulds". There's nothing wrong with you- this can be a hard time, and sometimes our hormones feel like they're in control. Let's work together to make you feel whole again.

Pregnancy and postpartum transitions, mood disorders, miscarriage, infertility, queer and trans fertility, body image, birth trauma, infant loss.

I love working with this population. Adding a child to a person's life is so challenging! I have specific training from Postpartum International on mood disorders and providing therapy to this population. I have experience working with parents in this population as a home visitor, in a hospital setting, and in doing therapy.

We cannot rush through this transition into parenthood and our society certainly doesn’t help. There are many losses and gains when becoming a parent. We will acknowledge and explore them with grounding and acceptance. You will learn real self-care by asserting your needs and setting healthy boundaries.

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.

As a nurse-midwife specializing in perinatal mental health, I understand pregnancy and the journey to parenthood from the inside/out. Knowledgeable of the risks/ benefits of treating mood disorders during pregnancy and the postpartum period, I will counsel you on medications during pregnancy and lactation so that you can make informed and empowered decisions about your mental health. 1 in 5 women* and 1 in 10 partners suffer from peripartum mood issues - please don't suffer in silence.

I have a passion for peripartum moms and dads. I co-founded the Pregnancy and Postpartum Health Alliance of Texas (PPHA) in 2010 and have worked diligently to ensure that moms and dads can easily find high-quality, affordable services in the Austin area. I developed and managed the Doula Voucher Program for PPHA, and was inspired to train as a doula . I currently manage the PPHA Psychiatric Voucher program. I worked with Postpartum Support International for 4 years as the Austin Coordinator.

Given approximately 10-20% of birthing parents and many non-birthing parents are affected by Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), it's of the utmost importance to support parents during such a major transition in their lives. I've trained with Postpartum Support International, completed a year internship in a perinatal mental health clinic, and attend ongoing trainings in order to best guide parents in preventing and treating PMADs. I enjoy working with nontraditional families.

Kimberly is certified in perinatal mental health; this encompasses the scope of mental health during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Depression, anxiety, OCD and other mood disorders can onset during the perinatal period, not to mention the transitions in the family. Kimberly is passionate about helping families conquer the mental health challenges and transitions that often occur during the perinatal period.

I specialize in helping new and hopeful parents overcome perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, process trauma, and move with purpose so that you can own your parenting journey. I use an individualized approach that helps you identify your strengths, learn new coping skills, and create lasting changes. I will help you feel less reactionary and stressed out.

For the last 9 years I have worked at Washington University School of Medicine specializing in work with this population. I have specialized training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders through Postpartum Support International. I have helped thousands of women navigate the perinatal period including infertility, fetal and infant loss, diagnosis and treatment for anomalies discovered in pregnancy, pregnancy and postpartum.