Postpartum Counseling To Help Navigate Life's Biggest Transition

Help navigating parenthood

Coping strategies for the new challenges you’re facing

A safe place to talk alone or with your partner

Guiding Parents Through Emotional Wellness 

After becoming a parent, it’s common to experience a range of emotions and physical changes. Becoming a new parent isn’t just good or bad moments, it can be a roller coaster of highs and lows that can feel confusing and overwhelming.

While this time can be extremely isolating, you are not alone. 1 in 7 women and 1 in 10 men experience Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, OCD, etc. The good news is that Postpartum Counseling CAN help.

We’re here to walk with you on your journey toward healing, growth, and finding strength within yourself.

Your Well-Being Matters As Much As The Roles You Play

Becoming a mom is a life-changing journey, but the postpartum period is often more complex than expected. From the physical recovery after childbirth to the emotional rollercoaster of adjusting to life with a newborn, the transition into motherhood can feel overwhelming and exhausting. It’s not just about sleepless nights or busy days—postpartum life can bring a mix of emotions that sometimes feel isolating and hard to manage.

If you’re feeling like this, you’re not alone. Many moms struggle with postpartum challenges, whether it’s adjusting to their new identity, navigating relationships, or finding space for self-care amidst the demands of a growing family. The good news? Postpartum therapy can provide the support you need to feel more grounded and connected to yourself again.

Have you been:

Feeling anxious, sad, or weepy without knowing why?

Struggling with exhaustion and finding it hard to cope?

Experiencing mood swings, irritability, or feeling on edge?

Facing tension or disconnect in your relationship with your partner or loved ones?

Feeling guilt, shame, or self-doubt about your ability as a mom?

Feeling disconnected from your baby or unsure of your bond?

Avoiding social interactions or hesitating to ask for help?

Postpartum therapy offers a safe, compassionate space to process these emotions, navigate the changes in your life, and develop strategies to support your mental and emotional well-being. With the right tools and support, you can work through these challenges and rediscover joy in your motherhood journey.

Signs You Might Benefit from Counseling:

  • Constant Exhaustion: Disrupted sleep and demanding schedules leave you drained.
  • Patience Challenges: Managing tantrums and tough behaviors tests your limits.
  • Loss of Self-Identity: Struggling to maintain hobbies and personal interests.
  • Isolation: Overwhelming responsibilities reduce social interactions.
  • Time Pressure: Difficulty balancing personal needs, work, and relationships.
  • Persistent Worry: Concerns about your mental and emotional well-being.
  • Relationship Strain: Stress with your partner due to conflicts or lack of time.
  • Comparison Trap: Comparing yourself to others fuels anxiety and self-doubt.

Postpartum Can Be Challenging. Therapy Can Help.

Emotional Support

Healthy Coping Strategies

Care Tailored To Your Needs

Help Navigating Parenthood

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Virtual Sessions Throughout Chicagoland & Illinois

*This is a virtual practice.
All sessions are held through video. You must be residing in Illinois.