Specialties
Pregnancy, Postpartum + Motherhood
You’re Holding It All Together. But Who’s Holding You?
Whether you’re expecting, up at 3 a.m. with a newborn, or years into the juggle, you’re carrying a lot.
The pressure to be everything for everyone is exhausting, and somewhere along the way, you lost touch with you. You don’t have to keep treading water.
Support for Every Season of Motherhood
I love working with moms, wherever you are on the journey.
Pregnancy: anxiety about birth, about baby, about whether you’re ready, and getting on the same page with your partner before baby arrives.
Postpartum and the first year: the fog, the guilt, the intrusive thoughts, the rage you didn’t expect, and the “who am I now?”
Toddler and school years: the mental load, juggling work and home, and parenting differently than you were parented.
Teens and the empty nest: letting go, rediscovering yourself, and figuring out what comes next for you.
Whatever season you’re in, you deserve support that’s just for you.
Pregnancy + Postpartum: When It Doesn’t Feel the Way You Thought It Would
You love your baby. And you’re anxious about everything, exhausted in a way sleep doesn’t fix, and quietly wondering where you went.
Maybe you’re feeling…
In a fog: disconnected and alone, even with people around you
Guilty leaving the baby, even for a quick grocery run
Like self-care is selfish, because you’re the one who can soothe them
Rage that comes out of nowhere, especially in the middle of the night
Scary thoughts that flash through your mind, things you know you’d never do
Torn about work, in or out of the home: no decision feels simple, and you keep circling back to what the right path forward is
You’re not a bad mom. You’re a mom who needs support. These are some of the most common things new moms tell me, and they’re very treatable. Book a free 15-minute consult →
If you’re experiencing severe depression or thoughts of suicide, I’ll help connect you with the right level of care. In crisis? Call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-852-6262 (free, 24/7) or call 988.
Get on the Same Page Before Baby Arrives
Most moms I work with have quietly become martyrs, carrying the mental load, the night wakings and the guilt alone.
Parent consultation sessions help you and your partner plan ahead, together: dividing household labor and the mental load, making a realistic plan for protecting sleep, and knowing how you’ll ask for help.
Partners are welcome in parent consultation at every age and stage. It’s practical, skill-based support, not couples therapy.
Why I Do This Work
I’m a mom of two. Even as a therapist who knew the signs, I didn’t recognize my postpartum anxiety until years later, and after my second, I experienced postpartum depression.
So when you tell me you’re in a fog, or terrified to leave the baby, I’m not just nodding along. I’ve been there, and I know there’s a way through.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with perinatal mental health training through Postpartum Support Virginia, and I’ve worked with kids, teens and families since 2013. Want to know more about me? Read my story →
What We’ll Work On Together
Motherhood changes everything, and it takes time to relearn your life. Together, we’ll help you:
Remember you’re a good mom. Not a perfect one: a good-enough one, which is exactly what your kids need.
Rest without guilt, and stop treating your own needs as selfish.
Ask for support and set boundaries with work, in-laws and your partner.
Find yourself again, so you don’t disappear into motherhood.
Stay grounded in hard moments, and parent the way you want to.
Heal from a hard birth with EMDR, if it still feels like it’s happening now.
The biggest gift you can give your child is the ability to reflect on and understand yourself, because it teaches them to do the same. That’s how generational patterns break.
A Space Made for Moms
My Charlottesville office is part of Kindred Mind Collective at Kindred Cville, “your village for pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood.” It’s cozy, child-welcome and stocked with snacks, with yoga, classes and community events for moms right down the hall.
How We Start
Book a free 15-minute consult. We’ll talk about what you’re going through and whether you’d like in-person, virtual or a mix.
Get to know each other. Your first few sessions are about building trust. No need to filter yourself: I’ve heard it all.
Work toward feeling like you again, at your pace and toward your goals.
Babies are welcome, in person or on video. Feeding and rocking during session are completely fine.
Nap-time friendly mid-morning, midday and mid-afternoon times.
Questions about cost or insurance? You’ll find answers in my FAQ.
Common Questions
Is this the baby blues, or something more?
The baby blues are very common in the first couple of weeks after birth and ease on their own. If tearfulness, worry or overwhelm last longer than two weeks, feel intense, or come with scary thoughts, it’s worth reaching out.
Do I need a diagnosis to start?
No. If you just don’t feel like yourself, that’s reason enough.
Will you work with my OB, midwife or doctor?
Yes. With your permission, I’m happy to coordinate with your care team.
How long will I be in therapy?
It depends on you. Some moms come for a short season, others for years, and many come back when a new season of motherhood brings things up.
In crisis? Call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-852-6262 (free, 24/7) or call 988.
You Can Feel Like Yourself Again
You can rest without guilt, enjoy the little moments, and feel steady and like you again.
Whatever you’re feeling, it’s been shared and heard here before. Let’s get there together.