Postpartum Depression therapists in Waukesha, Wisconsin WI
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Postpartum
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with mothers in the months and years after birth who feel “off” in ways that others don’t always see. Many of the mothers I see look like they are managing from the outside, while feeling anything but okay on the inside. You may love your baby and still feel overwhelmed, numb, irritable, or not at home in your own life.
Some have had medically complicated or frightening births, NICU stays, pregnancy or birth complications, or babies with ongoing medical needs. Others had births that looked fine from the outside, but something about the experience or the aftermath has left them feeling unlike themselves.
Postpartum experiences can include persistent sadness or emptiness; anxiety, racing thoughts, or a sense of dread that does not match what is happening; intrusive thoughts or images, including fears about something happening to your baby; replaying the birth or hospital stay and wondering if you did something wrong; irritability or feeling on edge with your baby, partner, or other children; difficulty sleeping, eating, or caring for yourself even when you technically have the chance; feeling disconnected from your baby, your body, or the person you used to be; shame or guilt that you are not enjoying this time the way you thought you would; and loneliness even when you are rarely alone.
For mothers whose babies had NICU stays or ongoing medical issues, there may also be ongoing vigilance and fear, medical trauma, and the sense that you never really got a chance to just be home with your baby. I have spent more than three decades sitting with women in the perinatal season, and I know how varied “postpartum” can be.
In our work together, we slow things down and make room for your full experience without judgment. Your birth story, your mood, your fears, and your exhaustion are all welcome here. From there, we explore small, realistic shifts that help you feel more anchored, supported, and less alone in this season of your life. You do not have to be in crisis to reach out, or to prove that you are “struggling enough.” Feeling off, unlike yourself, or quietly overwhelmed is enough.
26 Years Experience
Online in Waukesha, WI Wisconsin
Postpartum
Sara Deese
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, MCAP, LMHC-QS
Welcoming a new baby is often portrayed as a joyful time—but for many, it brings unexpected waves of sadness, anxiety, irritability, or even a sense of disconnection. If you’re struggling after birth, you're not failing—you're human, and you’re not alone. I help new moms and birthing parents navigate the emotional challenges of the postpartum period with compassion and evidence-based support. Whether you're experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, or simply feeling overwhelmed, therapy can help you find relief, reconnect with yourself, and feel more confident in your new role.
15 Years Experience
Online in Waukesha, WI Wisconsin
Postpartum
Soma Aloia, SoulWork Somatics & Somatic Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LCST, HES
Postpartum depression is more than the stress of becoming a new parent. This monumental transition into parenthood can awaken far more than new responsibilities, and the postpartum period may stir earlier life experiences, including attachment trauma, emotional overwhelm, and grief while also reshaping identity and relationships. As a parent, your own imprints may be activated with the news of pregnancy or upon the arrival of your little one.
PPD is a real and treatable condition that can affect mood, identity, bonding and attachment with your baby, and even your sense of yourself. Drawing from somatic and pre/perinatal psychology, therapy provides a compassionate, trauma-informed space to support healing and bonding, nervous system regulation, and help you reconnect with yourself and your baby at a pace that feels safe. You will develop attunement abilities for the development of a secure foundation for you and your child. Couples welcome.
31 Years Experience
Online in Waukesha, WI Wisconsin
Postpartum
Heinig Health and Wellness Counseling
Psychologist, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, M.S. Health Psychology, M.A. Clinical Psychology, PSYPACT Providers
We provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment for postpartum depression, supporting individuals as they adjust to the emotional, physical, and lifestyle changes of the postpartum period. Our approach is grounded in health psychology and emphasizes the connection between mood, sleep, stress, physical recovery, and overall wellness. We help clients develop practical coping strategies, strengthen support systems, and rebuild a sense of balance and self-efficacy during this transition. Treatment focuses on reducing depressive symptoms while promoting holistic well-being for both parent and child.
7 Years Experience
Online in Waukesha, WI Wisconsin (Online Only)
Postpartum
Ostara Psychotherapy Associates PLLC
Psychologist
I have completed a mini-residency in women's mental health and trained in the Reach Out and Stay Strong Essentials for to prevent postpartum depression. I have completed the Components of Care in Perinatal Mood Disorders as well as the Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy courses through Postpartum Support International awaiting my PMH-C exam and active in their directory.
19 Years Experience
Online in Waukesha, WI Wisconsin
Postpartum Depression therapists in Waukesha, Wisconsin Statistics
Postpartum Depression therapists in Waukesha, Wisconsin average 15 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 82% |
Female |
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| 18% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 30% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 28% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 33% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 33% | Black / African American |