Postpartum Therapy | Washington DC, MD, and VA
Support Through Pregnancy and Postpartum
Postpartum Depression Therapy | Washington, DC | MD | VA
When Pregnancy and Parenthood Feel Complicated
A difficult or traumatic birth
Postpartum anxiety, depression, or overwhelm
The transition into parenthood is often more complex and disorienting than people describe. Many clients come to us while carrying the weight of:
A sudden shift in identity
Grief related to pregnancy or reproductive loss
Our work helps clients process what they’ve been through, understand what’s happening, and begin to find their footing again.
Support for the Emotional and Mental Load of Parenthood
The transition to parenthood for women is often physically exhausting, but the mental and emotional load can be even heavier. Our clients often find themselves struggling with experiences that feel confusing or hard to name, including:
Intrusive or distressing thoughts
Intense anxiety or anger that feels unfamiliar
Relationship strain with growing distance or friction
A sense of failure during a time that was expected to feel joyful
Guilt for not being ‘more grateful’
Feeling disconnected from their baby
Having support can change how this time in your life feels.
Our practice provides expertise and care to process these feelings without judgment, helping you move from a place of survival back to a place of solid ground.
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Postpartum Counseling | Washington, DC | MD | VA
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Postpartum Therapy
Therapy during pregnancy and postpartum is specialized to address the emotional and psychological changes that can follow childbirth. It supports parents experiencing sadness, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, irritability, identity shifts, birth trauma, or difficulty bonding. It is also a space to process the enormous adjustment that comes with caring for a newborn.
Support during this stage isn’t about “doing it perfectly”, it’s about having a place where your experience is taken seriously and your well-being is prioritized.
Pregnancy Therapy
Pregnancy therapy offers support during fertility challenges, pregnancy after loss, high-risk pregnancies, fear of childbirth, and the emotional shifts that can surface before a baby arrives. Many clients begin during pregnancy to build coping tools and establish care before the postpartum period.
Your Steps to Get Started
Fill out our contact form
Then we will reach out and have a brief, complimentary phone call. This is a low-pressure way for you to share what’s going on and for us to see if we’re the right fit for your needs.
Schedule your first session
If it’s a match, then we schedule our first session. Whether you are seeing a therapist in DC online or visiting us in person, we’ll use this time to understand your story and identify where you want to go.
Build a plan for you
After our first session, we’ll build a plan using tools like DBT and/or EMDR that are all tailored to you. We stay connected with your other providers, like your OB/GYN, psychiatrist, or school team, so your care remains coordinated.
Maternal Mental Health | Washington, DC | MD | VA
Our Locations
Our physical locations are in Falls Church and Bethesda. But we meet with women for postpartum counseling and pregnancy therapy virtually extending our reach to meet you where it’s most comfortable.
400 N. Washington Street, Suite 301, Falls Church, VA
7201 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 410, Bethesda, MD
New Parent Counseling | Washington, DC | MD | VA
FAQs
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Yes. Mood swings, racing thoughts, panic, and feeling unlike yourself are common after birth, but that does not mean you have to ‘manage’ it and push on. Therapy can help reduce the intensity of these symptoms, offer practical coping skills, and provide steady support as your body and mind adjust.
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Yes. Fathers and partners can also experience anxiety, depression, stress, or difficulty adjusting after a baby arrives. Therapy provides space to talk openly about those experiences and strengthen connections within the family.
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If you feel persistently sad, anxious, disconnected, easily irritated, or simply unlike yourself, it may be time to reach out. Early support can make this transition feel more manageable and help you feel steadier as you move through pregnancy or early parenthood.
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Yes. Feeding challenges can bring frustration, guilt, grief, or self-doubt. Therapy offers a place to process those feelings and untangle the pressure many parents carry around breastfeeding. Emotional support during this time can ease shame and help you make feeding decisions that feel right for your family.
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Yes. Secure telehealth sessions are available throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Virtual appointments make it easier for new parents to attend sessions from home, especially during recovery or while caring for a newborn.
