If anxiety and worry are making your life unmanageable, you’re not alone. Anxiety is the most common problem affecting women’s mental and emotional well-being during pregnancy and postpartum. Learning to recognize and cope with your symptoms so that you can get to the root of what's causing your anxiety is a good starting point.

Are you expecting a baby or planning to conceive soon? Becoming a parent can be a wonderful experience, but it can also come with its share of challenges and disappointments, including birth trauma. If you've experienced a traumatic birth in the past or want to be proactive in preventing it, this guide is for you.

Traumas that occur around the time of conception, pregnancy and postpartum often have unexpected and unwanted effects. Your baby’s first birthday can be fraught with thoughts and feelings that bring back memories of trauma, even as you celebrate your child.

Depression during and after pregnancy are common, yet many moms and birthing people don't recognize symptoms and even fewer reach out for help. As a new parent, it's natural to be more focused on your baby's well-being, but it's crucial to prioritize your own mental health, too. In this article, I’ll provide information to help you understand the signs of postpartum depression, explore the benefits of counseling and therapy, and provide therapist tips for finding the support you need in Pasadena, California or your local area.

Traumas that occur around the time of conception, during pregnancy or postpartum can impact everyone differently, and often have wide ranging effects on your emotional and psychological wellbeing and your relationships. Here are some the common effects of perinatal trauma I see in my psychotherapy practice.

In this article, you’ll find information about what can cause fears of pregnancy and provide coping strategies. Whether you’re currently pregnant or considering starting a family in the future, my hope is that this information will help you find a good starting point in addressing fears or trauma so that you can enter a new pregnancy with more optimism, enjoyment and a sense of empowerment.