Honoring the Complex, Tender, and Transformative Experience of Motherhood

Motherhood can be equally joyful and fulfilling, and also a vulnerable, identity-shifting, and emotionally complex transition. It is ever-evolving.

As a therapist committed to supporting women through the full reality of this journey, I offer a compassionate, collaborative space to process what’s coming up for you — whether it’s postpartum anxiety, depression, grief, or the growing pains of a changing identity.

Common postpartum symptoms include:

• Feeling overwhelmed and wondering if you should have become a mother in the first place
• Feeling guilty due to high self-expectations
• Not feeling “bonded” with the baby
• Your thoughts are racing and you can’t quiet your mind
• Feeling empty and numb, as if you’re just going through the motions
• Lack of focus and concentration
• Being afraid that if you reach out for help, others will judge your inabilities
• Thoughts of running away or leaving your baby behind
• Being constantly in a state of worry

If one or more of the above symptoms resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out for support.

My Approach

I work from a systemic and strengths-based perspective, meaning I see you in the context of your relationships, culture, identity, and lived experiences — not in isolation. I believe mothers deserve support that honors the full scope of who they are, not just the role they’ve stepped into.

My work is also informed by evidence-based practices and current research in perinatal mental health. I am trained through Postpartum Support International (PSI) and stay connected with leading approaches to postpartum wellness and maternal care. I understand that hormone changes, personal and family history, and social support are all vital factors in understanding and alleviating symptoms.

Together, we’ll explore your experience in a space that’s free of judgment — and full of care, curiosity, and compassion. Contact The Ridge today to begin your journey.