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Postpartum Therapy near SF Bay Area, California
Do you feel overwhelmed emotionally and physically about the transition to caring for a newborn?
→ Perhaps you are feeling anxious about your ability to care for your baby. Or perhaps you have concerns about bonding with your baby or feel scared that you will make parenting mistakes.
→ Perhaps you are experiencing mood swings, irritability, or feelings of sadness. You wonder if you are experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety.
→ Perhaps you are finding it challenging to adjust to your new identity. Balancing your sense of self with the demands of your new role can feel confusing and disorienting.
Motherhood is hard and beyond what you imagined or expected. You wonder if Postpartum Counseling may help you find balance and feel more calm, equipped, and empowered.
Mama, I’m sorry you are struggling with the transition to motherhood.
I also want to let you know that your feelings and experiences of motherhood are valid.
I am here to offer you postpartum support and guidance through your postnatal journey and beyond.
I believe Postpartum Therapy may help you feel a sense of emotional balance and support during a challenging and transformative time in your life.
Are you Struggling with Symptoms of Postpartum Depression or Anxiety?
The transition to motherhood can be physically, mentally, and emotionally challenging. Every 1 in 5 to 7 mothers experience postpartum depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders during the postpartum period. Many moms suffer in silence. But you are not alone.
GROW & WELL MAY HELP YOU WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS:
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION
→ Feelings of sadness
→ Lack of feelings or interest in the baby
→ Feelings of agitation or irritability
→ Feelings of guilt and shame
→ Changes in appetite
→ Trouble sleeping
→Thoughts that you or your baby would be better off without you
→ And more …
POSTPARTUM ANXIETY
→ Constant worrying
→ Trouble relaxing and sitting still
→ Racing thoughts
→ Problems with sleeping
→ Always on edge and feeling like something bad is going to happen
→ Physical symptoms, such as nausea, trouble breathing, racing heart, dizziness, and physical tension
→Difficulty with concentration
→ And more …
Many new moms struggle with symptoms of anxiety and depression. You don’t have to suffer alone. We specialize in perinatal and maternal mental health and are here to support moms every step of the way.
Other Concerns that Grow & Well can Help You During Postpartum Period:
→ Baby Blues
→ Identity Loss
→ Bonding with Baby
→ Adjustment to Motherhood (Matrescence)
→ Transitioning Back to Work
→ Body Image Issues
→ Relationship Changes & Challenges
→ Birth Trauma
→ Healing Childhood & Intergenerational Wounds
→ Develop a Self-Care Plan
→ Parenting
→ Mom Rage
→ Perfectionism/The Need to Control
→ And More …
How Postpartum Therapy Can Help You.
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You will learn how to cope using tools drawn from evidence-based treatment, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Somatic Therapy, and more.
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There will be a safe space for you to explore and discover some reasons you may be going through postpartum struggles.
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You will experience healing, make meaning of your new identity, find peace and joy in motherhood.
Hello. I’m Dr. Priscilla W. Malm, your Postpartum Therapist near SF Bay Area, California.
Motherhood can be incredibly hard, especially when coupled with mental health challenges and other life transitions.
As a holistic and trauma-informed mental health professional, I specialize in perinatal mental health and other mental health issues related to women’s mental health.
My approach to Postpartum Therapy is warm, empathic, holistic, and empowering. I integrate various mind-body tools to help you heal while making you feel safe and understood in the process.
I invite you to take the next step whenever you are ready.
The Process - Postpartum Counseling Services
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Step 1: Contact Us
The postpartum counseling process begins when you reach out to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.
You may reach out to us by filling out an inquiry through our contact page, call (650-257-0126), or email (info@growandwell.com) us.
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Step 2: Consultation
In the free 15-minute phone consultation, we will discuss the reasons you are seeking postpartum therapy and explore what you are hoping to achieve.
You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and determine if my approach and style align with your needs.
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Step 3: Intake Session
In our first appointment, we will take time to get to know you more deeply. We will start with questions about your background, mental health history, and any current challenges you're facing.
We may also discuss and set treatment goals to guide our work together.
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Step 4: Ongoing sessions
In our recurring sessions, we will explore your emotions, develop coping strategies, and gain insights to create the change you seek.
Using personalized mind-body therapeutic techniques, we will work together to support your healing and growth.
