Therapy for Pregnant & Postpartum Women

Feelings of anger or irritability

Lack of interest in the baby

Appetite and sleep disturbance

Crying and sadness

Feelings of guilt, shame or hopelessness

Loss of interest, joy or pleasure in things you used to enjoy

Possible thoughts of harming the baby or yourself

Constant worry

Feeling that something bad is going to happen

Racing thoughts

Disturbances of sleep and appetite

Inability to sit still

Physical symptoms like dizziness, hot flashes, and nausea

Intrusive re-experiencing of a past traumatic event (which in this case may have been the childbirth itself)

Flashbacks or nightmares

Avoidance of stimuli associated with the event, including thoughts, feelings, people, places and details of the event

Persistent increased arousal (irritability, difficulty sleeping, hypervigilance, exaggerated startle response)

Anxiety and panic attacks

Feeling a sense of unreality and detachment

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you may have a perinatal mental health disorder. Counseling can help you get through this challenging time and gain symptom relief. You do not have to suffer alone, help is available.