Postpartum Depression therapists in Barrie, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Postpartum Depression
Reflection Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSW, RSW, RSSW
Postpartum depression can affect anyone, regardless of their age, background, or lifestyle. It is a common condition that can make new mothers feel overwhelmed, anxious, and sad, even when they have a healthy baby. At Reflection Centre, we provide a safe and supportive environment where mothers can express their concerns, learn coping skills, and access evidence-based treatments. Our experienced therapists use a personalized approach to help new mothers overcome postpartum depression and rediscover the joys of motherhood.
31 Years Experience
Postpartum Depression
Grounded Minds Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Danielle Kirshenbaum is a therapist with Grounded Minds that specializes in perinatal concerns, including postpartum depression. Danielle is passionate about supporting new moms and knows how beautiful and challenging this transition can be. Please reach out today to schedule a free 15 minute consultation call.
6 Years Experience
Postpartum Depression
EMDR and Trauma Therapy Centre
Registered Social Worker, Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
The symptoms of postpartum depression highlight the complex relationship between the emotional scars from the past and the difficulties of becoming a new mother. Motherhood, with its roots in the intricate mechanics of attachment, can intensify the effects of previous traumas by bringing on emotions of inadequacy, overwhelm, and loneliness. Like a shadow cast over the joy of childbirth, postpartum depression envelops mothers in a fog of sadness and despair, echoing the unmet emotional needs and the scars of past hurts. Therapy becomes a lifeline amidst the turbulence, offering a space to navigate the complexities of motherhood, process the echoes of past traumas, and cultivate resilience in the face of profound change. By nurturing compassionate connections and fostering self-compassion, mothers can navigate the terrain of postpartum depression with greater grace, finding solace in shared humanity and forging a path towards healing and renewed maternal bonds.
22 Years Experience
Postpartum Depression
Friends2go
Counsellor/Therapist, addiction and mental Health , psychosocial intervention , anxiety and stress management
PPD develops around the time a woman gives birth. Women with PPD often struggle with anxiety, sadness, difficulty sleeping, or disturbing thoughts. Research suggests that it is triggered by changes in hormones and that women with PPD are sensitive to those changes. PPD occurs in approximately 15% of births.
5 Years Experience
Postpartum Depression
LifeCycle Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, MPE, RP
Perinatal mood disorders may also be referred to as Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD). Perinatal mood disorders are related to mood symptoms that occur during pregnancy or up to one year postpartum. The most common types of mood disorders are depression, dysthymia, anxiety, and postpartum post-traumatic stress disorder. There can also be Bipolar Disorder, Postpartum Psychosis, or substance-induced mood disorders that may appear.
Forms of psychotherapy that have been found to be helpful and effective in helping treat perinatal mood disorders include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and other forms of supportive psychotherapy. These forms of therapy can help focus on emotions and thought patterns, but also behavioral aspects. These approaches can help increase and rediscover the bond between parent and child, and also between partners.
Book an appointment today! Perinatal mood disorders can cause avoidance behaviors, create harmful thought and behavioral cycles and negatively impact your mental health. It is important to seek help from a mental health professional in order to help you manage and alleviate your symptoms. Perinatal Mood Disorders and Maternal Mental Health is an area that LifeCycle Counselling specializes in. Call us today or book an appointment to get started! Please visit our Maternal Mental Health section for more details.
5 Years Experience