Postpartum Therapy in Irvine, Los Angeles, and online in California
You’re Not Alone in How You Feel
Becoming a mother is life-changing. You might feel like you're supposed to “enjoy every moment,” but instead you feel anxious, irritable, sad—or like you’ve lost a part of yourself.
These feelings are common, but that doesn’t make them easy.
Signs You May Be Struggling with Postpartum Anxiety or Adjustment:
Racing thoughts you can’t shut off
Feeling like you’re not doing enough, no matter what
Guilt for not enjoying motherhood “enough”
Isolation from your partner or community
Fear something might happen to your baby
Trouble sleeping or relaxing, even when the baby sleeps
You are not failing. These are signs that your nervous system is overwhelmed, not that you’re doing anything wrong.
Postpartum PTSD:
If your birth experience was traumatic for any reason, you may be carrying emotional wounds that are hard to name. Experiencing trauma during childbirth can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), symptoms of which can include:
Flashbacks or intrusive memories of the birth
Avoidance of reminders related to the childbirth experience
Heightened reactivity, irritability, or difficulty sleeping
You deserve to be able to process these experiences in a space you can feel safe and supported. Therapy offers validation, tools , and a grounding presence as you and I work together to reconnect with your sense of self.
How Therapy for New Moms in California Can Help
Becoming a mom is a seismic shift. It can stir up joy, vulnerability, grief, and uncertainty—all at once. Postpartum therapy offers a compassionate space to make sense of your emotions as you navigate this shift, while feeling more grounded, seen, and empowered.
Reclaiming Identity
The shift into motherhood often means redefining who you are. You may feel like parts of your old self have faded. Therapy can help you explore this new identity while staying connected to other parts of you.
Navigating relationship shifts
The arrival of a baby changes everything—especially your relationships. You may feel distant from your partner, disconnected from friends, or overwhelmed by family dynamics. Therapy can support healthier communication and more understanding in your relationships.
Setting boundaries and honoring your needs
Everyone seems to have advice—and expectations. Therapy helps you build confidence in your own voice, set boundaries, and tend to your emotional and physical needs without guilt.
Balancing work and motherhood
Returning to work can bring anxiety, guilt, or feelings of inadequacy. Whether you're navigating separation anxiety, career identity, or the mental load, therapy can help you find more balance and ease.
Healing from birth and reproductive trauma
If your path to motherhood has included infertility, loss, or a traumatic birth, you are not alone. Using EMDR and somatic therapy, I help you process unresolved trauma and reconnect with a sense of safety in your body and mind.
My Approach: EMDR, Somatic, and Mindfulness-Based Postpartum Therapy
I offer postpartum therapy in Irvine, Los Angeles, and online throughout California. Our work may include EMDR and somatic approaches to release overwhelm and support your nervous system in finding balance. You’ll be met with compassion, cultural understanding, and tools to navigate this transition.
Contact me today to schedule a free intro call now.