Adjusting to Parenthood

Navigate identity shifts in parenthood

Build emotional coping strategies 

Discover balance in family and life

Process feelings of isolation, grief, and loss of independence.

Judgement-free support for parents

From identity shifts to relationship struggles, we’re here to help you navigate the toughest transitions.

Becoming a parent is a life-changing journey filled with love and joy, but it can also bring moments of overwhelm, isolation, and uncertainty. If you’re feeling stretched thin or struggling to find your footing, know that you’re not alone. Therapy offers a compassionate space where you can share your experiences and explore the complexities of this transition.

You may want to reflect on the shifts in your identity and what it means to redefine your role as a parent. Therapy can also help you manage the division of labor and the heavy mental load that often accompanies parenting. Additionally, navigating the ups and downs of work/life balance, intimacy, and connection in your relationships is a key part of this process. It’s also normal to grieve the loss of the life you knew before parenthood.

Our therapists understand how complex and emotional this transition can be. We’re here to support you, validate your feelings, and help you find your way forward with care and understanding.

Balance isn’t about perfection – it’s about finding what works for you.

Finding balance as a parent can feel overwhelming, like there’s never enough time or energy to go around. The demands of parenting can leave you feeling stretched thin, but you don’t have to navigate this on your own—therapy can help you find your way forward with support and guidance.

In therapy, you can learn how to prioritize your needs while still caring for your children. Setting healthy boundaries with family and others can also create space for what matters most to you. You’ll explore simple, meaningful ways to weave self-care into your daily routine, so you can recharge without sacrificing your responsibilities. Additionally, therapy offers tools to help you manage the unique challenges of raising toddlers or juggling the needs of multiple children.

Together, we’ll work on taking small, sustainable steps to create a sense of balance and wellbeing that works for you and your family.

Tailored support for real parents and real challenges – no judgment, just care.

Finding balance as a new parent can feel like an impossible task, but you don’t have to do it alone. New parent counseling is designed with your unique needs in mind, offering a space where you can feel understood and supported. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Flexible sessions: Our 45-55 minute sessions are designed with your life in mind. Bring your baby, nurse, change diapers—whatever you need to do, we’ll make it work.
  • Collaborative planning: We’ll start by talking about how you’ve been feeling and work together to create a personalized plan to help you feel more grounded and supported.
  • We are ALL parents: Our therapists truly understand the highs and lows of parenthood—we are all are parents too. You’ll have a safe, compassionate space to share whatever’s on your mind.

You don’t have to navigate this new chapter by yourself. We’re here to walk alongside you and help you find your way.

Adjusting to Parenthood is Tough. Therapy Can Help.

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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.