Starting therapy can feel intimidating and difficult to navigate what is best for you. A lot of therapists offer free consultations as a way to get to you know, answer any questions you have, discuss payment, scheduling, and how they can work with you. Your first consultation is a safe, low-pressure way to see if you feel heard and understood. In this first interaction, there is no expectation to know everything, it is perfectly fine to not know what your goals are at this time.

The end of pregnancy marks the beginning of motherhood and what should be a time of pure joy and happiness. Unfortunately, for some women, this joyful period is overshadowed by postpartum depression, a mood disorder that affects many new mothers following childbirth. Women experiencing PPD frequently report overwhelming fatigue, intense anxiety, and profound sadness, which can significantly impair their capacity to care for both their newborn and themselves.