Postpartum Depression therapists in Lake Purdy, Alabama AL
Dr. Aretha Steele (Mindful Healing Counseling)
Psychologist, PsyD
Hey there! If you're a new parent struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety, we're here to offer support and understanding. Being a mom or dad is a rollercoaster, and it's okay to feel overwhelmed. We specialize in helping parents like you navigate through these challenges. Let's work together to explore your feelings, find coping strategies, and create a nurturing space for your well-being. Parenthood is a unique journey, and it's normal to face ups and downs. In our sessions, you'll find a safe place to share your experiences without judgment. You're not alone, and we're here to walk beside you on your path towards a more balanced and joyful parenthood. Your mental health matters, and I'm honored to be part of your journey to a brighter, happier family life.
(Note: We have specific therapists who specialize in this area at our practice. See our website for more information)
15 Years Experience
Dr. Tara Thompson
Psychologist, PsyD
I am certified as a Perinatal Mental Health clinician (PMH-C),
Amy L. Holdbrooks, LLC
Counselor/Therapist, MA, NCC, ALC, BSW
Common risk factors for PPD are the following:
• A change in hormone levels after childbirth
• Previous experience of depression or anxiety
• Family history of depression or mental illness
• Stress involved in caring for a newborn and managing new life changes
• Having a challenging baby who cries more than usual, is hard to comfort, or whose sleep and hunger needs are irregular and hard to predict
• Having a baby with special needs (premature birth, medical complications, illness)
• First-time motherhood, very young motherhood, or older motherhood
• Other emotional stressors, such as the death of a loved one or family problems
• Financial or employment problems
• Isolation and lack of social support
(APA, 2022).
6 Years Experience
Kailyn Bobb
Psychologist, PsyD
Treating postpartum depression involves a combination of therapeutic, social, and medical interventions to support the emotional well-being of new mothers. I will work with the individual to help them explore and manage the emotional challenges associated with postpartum depression.
7 Years Experience
Dr. Ann Becker-Schutte; Healthy Balanced Life Psychology, LLC
Psychologist, Ph.D.
New mothers expect to have a wonderful experience when they bring their babies home. If you are living with postpartum depression, that wonderful experience can feel like a nightmare. In therapy, I work to help new mothers find their way through postpartum depression back to healthy, connected coping.
21 Years Experience