Support for Every Part of the Journey of Parenthood
The journey through pregnancy, new parenthood, fertility struggles, or loss can bring emotions that are difficult to make sense of and that don’t always match what you expected to feel. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, identity shifts, or simply feeling unlike yourself, those experiences are valid and worth addressing.
You don’t have to push through alone. We’re here to help.
What can I expect from therapy?
- Feel more in control of your emotions and less overwhelmed by the highs and lows of pregnancy or the postpartum period.
- Process grief, loss, or disappointment following pregnancy loss, fertility struggles, or parenthood just being different than you expected.
- Find clarity around shifts in your identity and sense of self that often come with major life transitions.
- Rebuild self-worth and confidence, whether you’re trying to conceive, adjusting to parenthood, or moving through loss.
- Develop tools for managing stress and anxiety so you can feel more grounded and present in your daily life.
How do you approach treatment?
Perinatal mental health therapy at Northside is rooted in talk therapy, providing a space where you can slow down, be heard, and begin to make sense of what you’re experiencing. Much of our work centers on helping you reconnect with yourself during a season of life that often asks you to put everyone else first. Together with your therapist, you’ll explore what balance looks like for you right now, identify what you need to feel supported, and develop a clearer sense of who you are beyond your role as a parent or caregiver.
Our Pregnancy & Postpartum Therapists
Shannon Loehr
- Life transitions/adjustments
- Relationship challenges
- Affair recovery
- Discernment counseling
Frequently Asked Questions
See below for some frequently asked questions about pregnancy and postpartum therapy at Northside Mental Health.
Perinatal mental health therapy is specialized support for people navigating the emotional and psychological challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, & transition to parenthood. It provides a safe space to process difficult emotions, manage stress and anxiety, work through grief, and find your footing during one of life’s most significant transitions.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or unlike yourself, therapy can help. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit. Many people find support helpful simply because they’re navigating a major life change and want someone in their corner.
No, we support anyone navigating the perinatal experience, including partners, adoptive parents, those who have experienced pregnancy loss, and individuals going through fertility challenges.
PMH-C stands for Perinatal Mental Health–Certified. This credential is awarded by Postpartum Support International and indicates that a clinician has completed specialized training, passed a certification exam, and demonstrated clinical experience specific to the mental health needs of individuals during pregnancy, postpartum, and pregnancy loss.
Sessions are about an hour and involve open, supportive conversation about what you’re currently experiencing. Your therapist will help you set goals, work through emotions, and develop practical coping strategies. Each session is tailored to your needs and where you are in the process.
It varies. Some clients find meaningful relief in a few months, while others benefit from longer-term support. Your therapist will work with you to shape a plan that fits your situation and goals.
Yes, with some nuance. We maintain confidentiality to support the therapeutic relationship with your child, but because parents and caregivers are active partners in this process, your therapist will share relevant information with you on an ongoing basis. Full details will be explained at your first appointment.
When You're Ready, We're Here
Getting started is as simple as reaching out. Contact us to schedule your first appointment, and we’ll help connect you with the right therapist for what you’re going through.