Women’s Health: Perinatal Mental Health Services
Navigating the Journey to Parenthood: Prenatal & Postnatal Counseling
You are not alone in this.
The journey into parenthood—from planning a pregnancy, through the prenatal months, and into the postpartum period—is often one of the most profound and challenging experiences of a person's life. While it’s commonly portrayed as a time of pure joy, for many, it can also bring unexpected feelings of anxiety, sadness, and overwhelm.
At Fowler and Tidwell Counseling, we specialize in Perinatal Mental Health—the emotional well-being of expectant and new parents. We understand the unique pressures, hormonal shifts, and life adjustments that can impact your mental health during this time.
Our Services are for You If You Are Experiencing:
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Prenatal Anxiety or Depression: Excessive worry, irritability, or sadness during pregnancy.
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The "Baby Blues" that Won't Go Away: Lingering sadness, mood swings, or tearfulness beyond the first few weeks after birth.
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Postpartum Depression (PPD): Persistent feelings of hopelessness, difficulty bonding with your baby, or loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed.
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Postpartum Anxiety (PPA): Intrusive thoughts, intense worry about the baby's safety, or panic attacks.
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Birth Trauma: Emotional distress related to a difficult or traumatic birth experience.
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Grief and Loss: Support after miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.
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Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs): We are trained to recognize and support the full spectrum of conditions, including the rare but serious postpartum psychosis.
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Partner Support: We also offer support for co-parents who are experiencing their own emotional distress or feel lost in how to help their loved one.
Our Approach to Perinatal Mental Health
Our licensed counselors use evidence-based therapies tailored to the specific needs of new and expectant parents. We provide a non-judgmental, safe space to process your feelings and develop healthy coping strategies.
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Individual Counseling: One-on-one sessions focused on managing symptoms of postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety, processing birth trauma, and navigating identity shifts.
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Couples/Family Counseling: Support for you and your partner to manage the stress of a new baby and strengthen your relationship during the transition to parenthood.
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Screening and Referral: We conduct thorough screenings to ensure you get the right level of care, including coordination with other medical professionals if needed for medication management or specialized care for conditions like postpartum psychosis.
You deserve to feel supported and well as you raise your family. Help is available.
Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?
Taking the first step is the hardest, but it’s also the bravest. Contact Fowler and Tidwell Counseling today for a confidential consultation.