POSTPARTUM THERAPY IN INDIANA

Improve connection & restore hope.

Is Parenthood Supposed to be This Hard?

Struggling to Make It Through:

On a daily basis, you feel hopeless and powerless against how you are thinking and feeling. You always wanted kids, but this was not what you were expecting. Social media and friends always described parenthood as a beautiful experience. Your lived experience didn’t match up. You are always feeling worried that you aren’t doing enough as a parent. Sadness and anxiety don’t seem like they are going away. You also may have increased irritability/rage with your partner that feels completely out of character. You feel consumed by fears about baby’s well being. You don’t recognize this version of yourself.

When you were pregnant, it was labeled as high risk by doctors. You experienced complications in birth like unplanned C-Section, NICU stay, gestational diabetes, high blood pressure or preeclampsia, etc. You felt robbed of the birth experience that you wanted to have. You started feeling consumed with thoughts of “not being a good enough parent”. You may have been reminded of your own memories from your childhood. Reminded of all the things you did or didn’t receive. You want your child to have “more” than what you had. You may find yourself overwhelmed when thinking of your child’s health, visiting the hospital, or hearing others birth experiences. You planned and prepared, but nothing came out the way you were expecting.

1 out 5 women experience postpartum mood disorders. There are various types of postpartum mood disorders. I typically work with postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, and postpartum PTSD.

Some risk factors of postpartum mood disorders include having a mental health diagnosis before pregnancy, complications during birth, having thyroid or hormone conditions and difficulties with baby’s feeding or sleeping habits.

You’re tired of feeling caught in this cycle:

Mentally exhausted from attempting to fix everything without support.
Overwhelmed by the responsibilities of parenting.
Feeling like you don’t recognize yourself anymore especially when anger and guilt come to the surface.
Feeling stretched thin, powerless or hopeless as a parent.

how i can help

Postpartum therapy can help you learn skills to build a stronger connection with yourself, others, and your child.

My goal for my client is to help you work through the things that are holding you back from being the parent you want to be. I’ll help you make sure that your idea of parenthood is also realistic and achievable.

There is hope in seeking support. Therapy for postpartum is a place where you can be your authentic self and heal at your own pace. Some topics that we would discuss would include:

Finding your new normal as a parent

Communication with partner
Understanding postpartum
Finding skills that work for your unique symptoms

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Understood your reactions, and could communicate them.

imagine if you…

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You may have felt a loss for words when explaining how you are feeling with your support system. In your therapy sessions, we can discuss what to say and how to say it to help you feel heard

Could reduce anxious thoughts or reliving birth experiences

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Your thoughts and feelings feel out of your control. In your therapy sessions, we can practice proven strategies that help your brain work for you, instead of against you.

Had the emotional capacity to show up for yourself again

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You’ve been running on empty for a while now. When you come home you’ve already used all the energy you had for the day. Therapy can help you improve energy levels to help you show up for your kids.

I want you to know:

Change is possible.

Let’s work together to create a compassionate relationship with yourself and others.

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faqs

Common questions about postpartum therapy

I highly suggest checking out this website for further education on postpartum. I look forward to answering any questions during our consultation phone call or intake appointment.
https://www.postpartum.net/
Yes! Babies in arms are always welcome and encouraged to join you for sessions. If that’s what feels right and/or what works best for your schedule. I try to keep my office stocked with a few necessities that you might need while you are here and I am always happy to help carry diaper bags and car seats.
We will set up a free consultation phone call to get a sense of what your needs are & where I can help. Then, we will schedule your initial intake session. I’ll help you find the tools you need to be a better parent & a happier you.