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Perinatal Therapy

The journey through pregnancy and parenthood is a profound and transformative experience, often accompanied by a wide range of emotions, from joy to anxiety and grief. At Better Being Psychology Group, our perinatal therapy services provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to address the unique challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and pregnancy loss. Our experienced perinatal psychologists and therapists are dedicated to supporting individuals and couples—both women and men—through individual therapy or couples therapy. We aim to help you navigate these complex emotions, strengthen your relationships, and build resilience during this pivotal time.

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Perinatal therapy focuses on the emotional and psychological challenges that arise before, during, and after pregnancy. Whether you’re coping with the stress of infertility, grieving a pregnancy loss, managing anxiety or depression during pregnancy, or facing difficulties in the postpartum period, our team offers compassionate, evidence-based care. We also provide specialized support for couples navigating relationship challenges during pregnancy and postpartum, helping partners maintain connection and mutual support. Our goal is to empower you to process your experiences, foster emotional well-being, and thrive as individuals and as a couple.

 

Benefits of Perinatal Therapy

Perinatal therapy offers numerous benefits, including:

  • Emotional support to process infertility, pregnancy loss, or parenting challenges.

  • Tools to manage perinatal and postpartum anxiety, depression, PTSD, or OCD.

  • Guidance for navigating complex reproductive decisions and family-building.

  • Strengthened relationships through improved communication and intimacy.

  • Increased resilience and confidence during pregnancy and parenthood.

Expectant couple holding pink baby shoes during perinatal counseling session

Who We Help

Our perinatal therapy services are designed to address the diverse emotional and relational needs of individuals and couples during pregnancy and postpartum - including Dad's adjustment too! Below are the primary areas individuals and couples seek perinatal counseling for:
 

  • Infertility Counseling: Infertility can be an emotionally exhausting experience, often bringing feelings of grief, isolation, or frustration. Our perinatal therapists provide a compassionate space to process these emotions, develop coping strategies, and navigate the challenges of fertility treatments like IVF or IUI. For couples, we help strengthen communication and mutual support, fostering resilience and hope during this difficult journey.

  • ​Pregnancy Loss: The loss of a pregnancy through miscarriage, stillbirth, or other circumstances can be profoundly painful, impacting individuals and couples in unique ways. Our therapists offer a safe environment to process grief, address feelings of guilt or shame, and navigate differing coping styles within a partnership. We support you in honoring your loss while building a path toward healing and emotional recovery.

  • Perinatal Anxiety and Depression: Pregnancy can bring heightened emotions, and for some, it may lead to perinatal anxiety or depression. These conditions can affect both expectant mothers and fathers, stemming from hormonal changes, stress, or concerns about parenthood. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques, to help you manage symptoms, reduce worry, and cultivate confidence as you prepare for your new role.

  • Postpartum Anxiety and Depression: The postpartum period can be challenging, with many new parents experiencing postpartum anxiety or depression. Symptoms may include overwhelming worry, sadness, or difficulty bonding with your baby. Our therapists provide a supportive space to address these challenges, develop coping strategies, and promote emotional well-being as you adjust to parenthood.

  • Postpartum PTSD: Traumatic birth experiences, such as emergency interventions or life-threatening complications, can lead to postpartum post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares, or intense anxiety related to the birth. Our perinatal therapists are trained to help you process trauma with EMDR therapy, manage triggers, and rebuild a sense of safety and control through trauma-focused therapies.

  • Postpartum OCD: Postpartum obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can manifest as intrusive thoughts or compulsive behaviors, often related to fears about the baby’s safety or parenting responsibilities. These symptoms can feel overwhelming and distressing. Our therapists use CBT and exposure-based techniques to help you manage intrusive thoughts, reduce compulsive behaviors, and regain peace of mind.

  • Couples Difficulties During Pregnancy and Postpartum: Pregnancy and the postpartum period can strain even the strongest relationships, with challenges like mismatched expectations, increased stress, or differing parenting styles. Couples may struggle with communication, emotional disconnection, or reduced intimacy during this time. Our therapists help partners navigate these difficulties by fostering open dialogue, rebuilding emotional and physical closeness, and developing strategies to support each other through the demands of parenthood.

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