Therapy for Postpartum Mental Health in Seattle.
Therapy for perinatal mental health.
WA Virtual Therapy for Postpartum depression and anxiety.
Rebekah Clinger-Prince, LICSW
Are you a new parent wondering if how you’re feeling is more than the “baby blues?” Are you a partner to a birthing parent who hasn’t seemed like yourself since your baby arrived?
You have been anticipating the arrival of your baby and now are not feeling yourself. You’re not sure what is normal sleep deprivation and worry of taking care of a newborn and what might be something more and you’re too overwhelmed to know what to do. Though this is not a comprehensive list of symptoms; you might be experiencing some of the following:
Constant worry that something bad is going to happen to your baby.
Changes in sleep and appetite; unable to sleep when given the opportunity.
Physical changes of dizziness, nausea, diarrhea.
Feelings of rage, anger, or irritability.
Nervousness, trouble relaxing.
Lack of interest in the baby.
Crying and sadness.
Feelings of hopelessness, guilt, and shame.
More information on Postpartum Mental Health or Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) on my blog post.
Working With Me
You will start to feel…
Confident in understanding what can be normal postpartum and what indicates a mental health disorder that needs more support and treatment. You will gain the support you need to connect to the needed providers and resources. You will learn to ride the waves of parenthood with confidence. You will build greater self-compassion, be able to ask for support, build strong boundaries, be less self-critical, and improve your self-care.
Imagine 6 Months From Now…
You will feel better as a parent, and able to focus on taking care of your baby, yourself, your family, and other responsibilities without such a wide range of emotions. The skills you will learn with me will support you in being a new parent and being a healthier version of yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I work with both birthing and non-birthing partners. 1 in 5 moms experience a postpartum mood disorder, and 1 in 10 dads or non-birthing partners experience a postpartum mood disorder. I provide individual therapy to asess you needs, develop a treatment plan, and make sure you are connected to other needed resources such as support groups or medication.
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I specialize in this area. I have completed trainings from Postpartum Support International including Perinatal Mood Disorders; Components of Care and Perinatal Mental Health Advanced Psychotherapy training. I am in the process of completing a Certificate for Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) which includes regular consultation with other experts in the field.
One of the increased risk factors for postpartum mood disorders is infertility. When the path to parenthood is challenging, there can be a myth that it should be easy and joyful when it finally occurs. The reality is that parenting an infant is hard work with many ups and downs. I offer extra support for individuals who struggled to build a family due to my other areas of specialities with infertility and pregnancy loss.
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Reach out to me through my website to schedule a consultation. I am eager to talk with you about how I can support you.
Are you ready to prioritize care for your mental health as a parent?