Therapy for Pregnancy & Postpartum
Therapy for Moms & Dads in NYC
From the moment you start pre-conception planning…to pregnancy…to postpartum…and to parenthood - many people experience anxiety and mood disorders during this sensitive time.
At least 1 in 5 parents experience mental health issues in pregnancy & postpartum.
If this is you, the good news is that anxiety, depression, PTSD, & OCD during the perinatal time period are not your fault, they are treatable,
and with the right support, you will feel better.
Q: How do I know if I need perinatal therapy?
Some ups and downs are normal, but if you are feeling distress during or after pregnancy, consider therapy if you are:
crying for no reason and more often than usual
feeling bad about yourself as a new mom/parent or like your child deserves better
dealing with depression or low mood during pregnancy or postpartum
processing a challenging or painful birth (even if your baby is ok!)
experiencing an increase in anxiety or worry
struggling to find yourself as a new parent
having difficulty regulating your emotions
Feeling “mom rage”
new relationship challenges including invisible labor, desire discrepancy, or something else
needing support with the stress and overwhelm that can come during this time
Perinatal Therapy at The Centered Space can treat the emotional and relational challenges that often arise during pregnancy and postpartum.
Perinatal therapy can help with:
Managing anxiety and depression during pregnancy and after childbirth
Navigating relationship changes and family dynamics
Coping with grief or loss related to pregnancy
Supporting maternal mental health and self-care practices
Adjusting to the physical and emotional changes of motherhood
Developing strategies for bonding with your baby
Finding balance and identity in the transition to parenthood (Matrescence)
Feeling isolated and overwhelmed
Processing and healing from birth trauma
Get started now with perinatal therapy!
Q: How can I get help for my perinatal anxiety, OCD, depression or trauma?
We are here to help you! We provide therapy for perinatal anxiety and depression in New York and Florida. Our team of psychologists at The Centered Space are experts in the assessment and treatment of perinatal anxiety, depression and birth trauma.
The Checkup
a unique perinatal offering
The checkup is a specialized offering at The Centered Space for pregnant couples and individuals. It is a consultation service for those looking for one-on-one support for pregnancy and postpartum, from perinatal mental health specialists, in a more time-limited manner.
The Checkup is typically around 3-5 sessions, and consists of an assessment of your history and current needs, as well as creation of an individualized plan for postpartum mental health treatment and support. Together we create a roadmap for your postpartum health and support, identifying any challenges, discussing recommendations, and connecting you with our substantial postpartum resources and referral network.
The Checkup may be scheduled together with your partner, or individually
Q: What treatment options are available for perinatal mental health? What treatment is available for perinatal anxiety and depression?
Our Services
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Therapy with one of our perinatal expert psychologists consists of weekly or twice-weekly sessions. We may also recommend and collaborate with other services such as pelvic floor PT, acupuncture, psychiatry as needed.
We integrate dynamic and behavioral therapies including relational, CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, EMDR and other techniques that best fit your needs.
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Couples therapy is a great way to assess and treat challenges and symptoms that affect your relationship.
When it comes to perinatal mental health, having both partners available to talk, learn, and come up with solutions can offer breakthroughs and support from another angle.
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Dr. Cox consults on perinatal psychotherapy cases on a limited basis.
Contact us for more information.
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We offer group therapy for pregnancy and postpartum issues.
Pregnancy Loss & Infant Loss Group
Centered Pregnancy Group: Support for Pregnancy Anxiety & Stress
Centered Postpartum Group: Support for Postpartum Anxiety and Depression
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We now offer The Checkup, a bespoke consultation service for those looking for one on one support for pregnancy and postpartum issues from perinatal mental health specialists in a more time-limited manner.
The Checkup consists of an assessment period, where we will work on creating a roadmap for identifying your goals, offering additional services, and connecting you with our substantial postpartum resources.