Postpartum Depression therapists in Chicago, IL
Browse Postpartum Depression therapists in Chicago, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Postpartum
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In supporting patients with postpartum depression, I provide a compassionate and understanding environment to explore their experiences. Through education and open discussion, we work together to increase awareness and understanding of postpartum depression symptoms and triggers. I help them develop coping strategies to manage their emotions and navigate the challenges they may face. Additionally, I offer support in accessing resources and building a strong support network. The goal is to empower them to prioritize their mental health and well-being during this challenging time and facilitate their journey toward recovery and emotional wellness.
5 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Postpartum
Pavan Prasad
Psychiatrist, M.D.
Dr. Prasad specializes in treating mood disorders and Adult ADHD . He use a holistic approach, treating the full person rather than just symptoms. Dr. Prasad helps to treat treat mood, self-esteem, and concentration problems, as well as working with more diffuse issues around identity, interpersonal
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60611
Postpartum
Bravura Therapy
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, LCPC
Postpartum Depression is a normal part of the childbirth experience that still carries too much shame and secrecy. Let us support you through some of the hardest moments of your life. We want you to feel like the best version of your new self as possible so you can be the best parent possible.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60614
Online in Chicago, IL
Postpartum
Centered Therapy Chicago
Psychologist, PsyD
We work with clients who experience postpartum depression and perinatal mental health issues or concerns.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Postpartum
Dr. Katy Crone
Psychologist, Psy.D., LCP
Dr. Crone offers short-term and long-term therapy for those grappling with postpartum depression or anxiety. She will collaborate with your physician if desired and provide solid ground for new parents to find their footing.
15 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Postpartum
Anne Zakaras
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
Welcoming a child is a monumental life shift, but when postpartum depression or anxiety takes hold, it can leave you feeling completely untethered, exhausted, and filled with invisible guilt. Anne provides a warm, deeply validating, and judgment-free space just for you. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist (PMH-C), she specializes in helping mothers, fathers, and partners navigate the heavy, complex mood changes that can follow pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood.
Anne’s integrative approach goes beyond standard parenting advice to treat the root of perinatal depression. By combining evidence-based clinical protocols with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and creative art therapy, she helps parents quiet intrusive thoughts, regulate an overwhelmed nervous system, and process profound shifts in identity. Whether you are facing traditional postpartum depression, navigating reproductive trauma, grieving a loss, or balancing motherhood with a chronic medical diagnosis, Anne is dedicated to helping you break through the isolation, build gentle coping strategies, and safely reconnect with yourself and your baby.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Postpartum
Mary Mesiha
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
It’s common for new mothers (and fathers) to experience a wide range of emotions after childbirth—joy and gratitude mixed with sadness, anxiety, or a sense of being overwhelmed. These feelings don’t mean you’re failing as a parent; they mean you’re human. Postpartum counseling offers a supportive space to talk openly about your experience, understand what you’re going through, and learn ways to care for yourself during this transition. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more balanced, confident, and connected—to yourself and your baby.
27 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Postpartum
Balanced Awakening PC
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologists
We have several psychotherapists who specialize in the emotionally complex transition women go through when they become moms.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60613
Online in Chicago, IL
Postpartum
Mindful Healing Counseling
Psychologist, PsyD
Postpartum depression can be an incredibly challenging experience, and we’re here to offer you the understanding and support you need during this sensitive time. We recognize that the transition to motherhood can bring a whirlwind of emotions, and it’s important to address both the joys and the struggles. Our approach is gentle and empathetic, focusing on your well-being as you navigate this new chapter. Together, we’ll work on strategies to manage your feelings, build a support network, and rediscover your strength. Our goal is to help you find balance and joy in your journey as a new parent.
16 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Postpartum
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)
17 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Postpartum
TriWellness
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LCSW, LPC, BCN, CIT, CYYT, QEEG-C, AAT-I
We support new mothers and families navigating postpartum depression and the emotional challenges that can arise during the transition to parenthood. Our integrative approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed and attachment-based therapy, family systems work, and mind–body interventions such as neurofeedback, biofeedback, yoga, and animal-assisted therapy. We provide a compassionate space to process these experiences while helping parents build emotional balance, confidence, and support during this important stage of life.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60646
Online in Chicago, IL
Postpartum
Cultivate Your Essence
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, LCPC, MFT
The transition into parenthood can bring unexpected emotional challenges. We provide compassionate support for individuals experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, and emotional overwhelm. Our therapists help clients process their experiences, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with themselves during this important life transition.
8 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Postpartum
Mackson Psychology
Psychologist, Samantha Mackson, Psy.D.
The transition into parenthood can bring unexpected emotions, anxiety, and changes in your sense of self. I help new parents navigate postpartum depression and anxiety, manage feelings of overwhelm and self-doubt, and adjust to the challenges of this major life transition in a supportive, judgment-free space.
6 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Postpartum
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Giving birth and raising a child is one of the most significant adjustments any parent must make that requires us to accommodate ourselves to the presence of an infant/young child who is dependent on us. This can (and almost certainly does at times) feel desperate to the point that we don't know what to do. It is vital that we allow ourselves some degree of self-compassion to know and accept these overwhelming circumstance in order to reach out to others for support and guidance to help us through.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60607
Online in Chicago, IL
Postpartum
Alexia Evangelodimos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, PMH-C
I am a certified Perinatal Mental Health therapist and am passionate about supporting individuals and couples through the complex emotions that often accompany starting or growing their families. I especially enjoy supporting clients through challenges during conception, including those undergoing fertility treatments.
13 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Postpartum
Emily Blitz
Psychologist, PsyD
As both a perinatal psychologist and a mother, I know how intense and tender this time can be. I'm here to support you through it. Motherhood can be beautiful, overwhelming, exhausting, and profoundly transformative - all at once. Postpartum anxiety and depression often reflect your needs, fears, and the shifts in identity and relationships that come with this stage of life. In our work, I offer a steady, supportive space to feel, reflect, and understand these experiences. With curiosity and care, these feelings can guide you toward greater insight, connection, and confidence as a parent.
12 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Postpartum
Nostos Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Postpartum period is a challenging and unique time. We are here to help navigate through those emotional challenges in your life as you adjust to significant change.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60661
Online in Chicago, IL
Postpartum
Juliette Grantham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I'm Juliette Grantham, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist specializing in postpartum mental health.
Postpartum depression and anxiety are common, and the experience is rarely only clinical. You may be holding it together all day and falling apart once the baby sleeps, loving your child and missing your former life at the same time, unable to stop checking whether the baby is breathing, or afraid to admit even to yourself how hard this actually is. Rage and intrusive thoughts are more common than most people are told.
I work psychoanalytically, which means a symptom like relentless vigilance is treated as saying something rather than as a malfunction. It carries an unconscious logic worth understanding. Early motherhood also stirs up your own beginnings, and how you were mothered often surfaces at three in the morning. Those echoes are frequently the heart of the work.
If postpartum has been harder or stranger than you expected, I would be glad to talk.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60603
Online in Chicago, IL
Postpartum Depression therapists in Chicago, IL Statistics
Postpartum Depression therapists in Chicago, IL average 14 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (47%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (45%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
64%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 77% |
Female |
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| 20% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 45% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 45% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 30% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 30% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 54% | Teen |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 30% | Black / African American |
| 28% | Hispanic / Latino |