Perinatal Therapy in Phoenix, Arizona, Maryland, New Hampshire, and Virginia

Will I be able to make the right decisions for my baby?

Will I be a good mom or parent?

How will I know what to do?

What if I have a hard time bonding with the baby?

Prenatal Therapy during Pregnancy

A pregnant woman making a heart shape on her belly, after receiving perinatal counseling with Fertility Counselor, Keri Sipek, LMFT, PMH-C at The Therapy Place in Phoenix, Arizona, Maryland, New Hampshire, and Virginia.

Parents to be face so many uncertainties in the months leading up to the birth of their first child. If you find yourself being consumed by anxious thoughts, or feelings of overwhelm these are things that we can address and work through in Perinatal Therapy. It can be daunting becoming a first time parent with such an important job, all without a rule book to boot. Let’s work through these fears together!

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I can provide assessment, therapeutic support, and teach coping skills using evidenced-based techniques to those struggling to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, mom rage, and OCD, during pregnancy and postpartum. I often use CBT, DBT, EMDR, or mindfulness during the course of therapy. Adjusting to becoming a parent and taking care a newborn is not always easy. This does not mean that there is anything wrong with you! I have been there myself, which is why making sure that birthing people, women and their partners get appropriate treatment has become a passion project of mine. You also deserve to be well and cared for in a meaningful way!

Woman bonding with baby after receiving mom therapy at The Therapy Place with Keri Sipek, LMFT, PMH-C in Phoenix, Arizona, Maryland, New Hampshire, and Virginia

Postpartum Depression Therapy

Common Symptoms

  • Feelings of Anger, Irritability and/or Rage

  • Lack of Interest in the Baby

  • Disturbances of Sleep and Appetite

  • Crying and Sadness

  • Feelings of Guilt, Shame, or Hopelessness

  • Loss of Interest, Joy, or Pleasure in things you used to enjoy

  • Possible Thoughts of Harming the Baby or Yourself

    -(Postpartum Support International)

    If any one of these symptoms resonated with you, it may be time to seek out therapy. Let me help you navigate this vulnerable season in your life as you transition into the life you want. Feeling sad, and depressed doesn’t have to overtake your experience of being a mom. I can help you through this challenging time, to gain new coping skills, and confidence in your abilities as a mom.

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1 in 5 Moms and 1 in 10 Dads suffer from postpartum depression (PPD) or postpartum anxiety (PPA)

-Postpartum Support International

Therapy for Moms

Real Moms Unfiltered

Whether you consider yourself a solo mom, first time mom, been-there-done-that-mom, single mom, NICU mom, mom of multiples, special needs mom, mum, adoptive mom, breastfeeding mom, working mom, stay at home mom, LGBTQ mom, I can hold space for you as we process your mom struggles, name them, and approach them in a different way ultimately leading to the change that you have been looking for.

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“Postpartum is a quest back to yourself. Alone in your body again. You will never be the same, you are stronger than you were.”

- Amethyst Joy

I don’t feel a bond with my baby! Am I a bad mom?I feel so sad. Why am I so angry all of the time? Why can’t I stop worrying?

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I don’t feel a bond with my baby! Am I a bad mom?I feel so sad. Why am I so angry all of the time? Why can’t I stop worrying? *

Therapy for Mom Rage

Are you a new mom? Are you often angry for no reason? Do you feel like you worry about everything? Have you struggled with any of these thoughts, perhaps even on repeat? If so, you may be experiencing a Postpartum Mood Disorder such as, Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Depression, or “Mom Rage” to name a few. It’s okay to need additional support.

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