Therapy for Moms

I help moms find balance and joy amidst the chaos of motherhood.

Hey mama, you’re rocking it… even when you tell yourself otherwise.

The daily demands of giving your all to tiny humans leaves little to no room for yourself. In today's parenting world, that village support is hard to come by. While you soak in the joys of motherhood, the unexpected struggles like overstimulation, feeling touched out, carrying the mental load, and moments of loneliness catch you off guard.

I know you love your children. You’ll never have to convince me of that. Together, we can navigate the challenges and bring more balance, joy, and fulfillment to your motherhood experience.

Therapist offering therapy for moms in Chicago Illinois, Plainfield Illinois, Milwaukee Wisconsin, and Madison Wisconsin.

How therapy for moms can help

Being a mom is inherently challenging – trust me, I'm right there with you. I’m here to help you achieve better balance and truly thrive in motherhood. If you're struggling, you don’t have to grin and bear it.

Our work together can help you feel like yourself again and find a sense of peace in your role as a mom.

The continuous demands of caring for an infant, the emotional whirlwind of toddlerhood (sometimes quite literally), and the unceasing chorus of "mom, mom, mom" can put you over the edge. How do you sustain this day after day? Even those precious moments in the bathroom, desperately scrolling on your phone for a mental escape, are not enough to recharge, especially if you haven’t been to the bathroom alone in months.

As a therapist for moms, I provide a supportive space to vent, celebrate successes, explore challenges, and take actionable steps toward positive change. Additionally, I specialize in parent counseling, a crucial aspect for many of the moms I work with.

I firmly believe that as moms, our parenting styles differ, not in superiority but in uniqueness. This is a judgment-free zone. You hold the expertise on your life, your child, your home, and your aspirations. Together, we explore how to make motherhood work for you.

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Therapy for Moms Topics

Examples of what we can cover to get you feeling like your best mom self.

Postpartum Support

A safe and understanding space for new moms to navigate the ups and downs of motherhood.

Overstimulation

Together, we'll work to identify triggers, manage stress, and create strategies for finding moments of calm amidst the chaos of daily life.

Anxiety

Learn practical techniques to rewire your brain, alleviate anxiety, and find lasting healing.

Depression

We'll uncover what's really bothering you, find ways to handle tough moments, and understand the mix of feelings that come with being a mom while experiencing depression.

Birth trauma

A supportive space to process and heal from distressing birth experiences. You matter.

Self-care for moms

I know you don’t have the time or energy. Let’s explore how to realistically achieve self-care as a mom.

Healing your own past

How was the role of parent modeled for you? You have the power to heal from past challenges, break free from generational patterns, and discover growth by embracing new approaches.

Perfectionism

Your child was born to the perfect mom for them - you. Let go of comparisons, embrace self-compassion, and flourish in the beauty of imperfection.

Adjustment to motherhood

Did you know there’s an actual term for the process of becoming a mother? It’s called matrescence and if you’re reading this, you understand it's anything but simple. Matrescence varies for each person, and I'm here to navigate this journey alongside you.

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