Pregnancy and early parenthood can be filled with joy, anticipation, and hope, but they can also bring unexpected stress, anxiety, emotional pain, and grief. You don’t have to navigate them alone.

At The Kid’s Therapy Center, LLC, we believe that healthy attachment and strong parent-child relationships begin to develop long before baby’s birth. Supporting the mental health of parents during pregnancy and the first year after birth benefits not only the parents, but the family as a whole.

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Approximately 1 in 5 women experience a mental health condition during pregnancy or after giving birth. These concerns are common, treatable, and never something you have to face by yourself.

 

Beth Oldham, LCSW, PMH-C is a Perinatal Mental Health Certified therapist through Postpartum Support International. She has specialized training in evidence-based assessment and treatment for concerns related to pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, pregnancy loss, adoption, and the transition to parenthood.

 

We Can Help With:

• Depression during pregnancy or postpartum

• Postpartum anxiety

• Pregnancy anxiety

• Obsessive-compulsive disorder or scary, intrusive thoughts

• Birth trauma

• Infertility and trying to conceive

• Miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal loss, grief

• Adoption and post-adoption adjustment for adoptive and birth/first parents

• Relationship changes during pregnancy and postpartum

• Adjusting to parenthood and identity changes

• Balancing work, family, and the mental load of parenting

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What to Expect

Therapy is a place to process your experiences without judgment, develop practical coping strategies, strengthen your support system, and reconnect with yourself during a season of tremendous change. Whether you're experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, grieving a loss, struggling to bond with your baby, or simply feeling unlike yourself, we're here to help. You can expect an environment that is supportive, welcoming, and open to whatever you are experiencing.

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You Don’t Have to Wait Until Things Are “Bad Enough”

Many people wonder if what they are experiencing is “normal” or hesitate to seek support because they feel they should be able to handle it on their own. You deserve support at any point in your journey, not just in a crisis. Early intervention can make a meaningful difference for you and your family.

If you’re trying to conceive, currently pregnant, in the process of adopting, or within baby’s first year and would like extra support, we’d be honored to walk alongside you. You deserve support and to be treated with compassion, dignity, and respect during one of life’s biggest transitions. Contact us today to schedule an initial appointment or to learn more about the services we can offer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to have postpartum depression to benefit from therapy?
No! You don’t have to have a diagnosis to benefit from therapy. Pregnancy and new parenthood are significant life transitions, and many people seek counseling simply because they are overwhelmed or would like additional support.
Therapy can help with concerns like feeling constantly on edge, racing or intrusive thoughts, grieving the birth experience you wanted to have, feeling disconnected from your baby, struggling to cope, changes in your relationships, feeling like you’re failing as a parent, and many other challenges.

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How do I know if what I’m experiencing is “normal”?
It’s common to wonder if your emotions are just part of pregnancy and new parenthood or if there’s something more going on. If stress, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or overwhelm are making it difficult to enjoy daily life, function in your roles and responsibilities, or feel like yourself or care for yourself, reach out. You don’t have to wait for it to get “bad enough” to seek support.

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Can partners attend sessions?
Sometimes. If relationship concerns or improving relationship communication is one of your therapy goals, your therapist may suggest inviting your partner to participate in one or more sessions. Together you can decide what would be most helpful for your treatment and recovery.

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Can I bring my baby to therapy?
Absolutely! Babies are welcome in session. We understand that arranging childcare is not always possible, and we want therapy to be as accessible as possible during this season of life.
 

Postpartum Support International Directory: HERE!