Perinatal Support in Washington
Whether you’re struggling with fertility challenges, mourning a miscarriage, battling postpartum depression or anxiety, or simply adjusting to the rollercoaster of parenthood, you are not alone. Perinatal support is a pathway to healing, connection, and thriving in your role as a mother. Let’s dive into what perinatal mental health support looks like, why it’s so important, and how therapy—including therapy intensives—can be a game-changer for moms.
Navigating the Identity Shift of Motherhood: A Therapist’s Perspective on the Complex Postpartum Journey
As a therapist specializing in perinatal mental health, I have had the privilege of walking alongside many women as they navigate the profound and often challenging transition into motherhood. I also have walked this journey myself, in all of its joys and complexities. The birth of a baby is a momentous event, filled with joy, anticipation, and love. However, it is also a time of significant change—a shift in identity that touches every aspect of a mother’s life: physical, mental, social, emotional, behavioral, and even spiritual.