Find deep care & support through TTC, loss, pregnancy or postpartum.

Therapy for Moms & Moms-to-be

in-person in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia & Online Across PA & NJ

Finding comfort in the midst of uncertainty.

As the enormous life transition that it is, the path to motherhood is ripe with opportunities for anxiety to surface, relationships to strain, and overwhelm to take hold.

are you …

  • Feeling consumed with anxiety about when or if you’ll be pregnant? Dreading the 2 week wait or another negative test? And what if it actually happens, that’s scary too- even though you want it to happen so badly.

    It can be terrifying to feel a loss of control- of your body, time, priorities and relationships. This process isn’t what you thought it would be, and you find that you can’t stop comparing yourself to others who seem to be having an easier time. 

    Perhaps you have experienced a loss and feel overwhelmed by grief and hopelessness. You may be considering or are already in the process of fertility treatments, which add enormous amounts of stress on you and your partner.


  • Going back and forth from excitement to fear makes sense. If you are overwhelmed by the emotional, physical, and relational challenges you are not alone. Not loving aspects of your entire pregnancy experience is more common than the internet or even your friends might lead you to think.

    All of this can be true while you are still looking forward to being a mom and excited to connect with and love your baby.  I often say to pregnant women, if you're not a little overwhelmed, you may not be paying attention!

  • You love your baby but can feel like you're drowning or have lost sight of yourself outside of being a caregiver. The postpartum period is a huge transition, especially for first time moms. You may be surprised, like many moms, that your experience is far from the  blissful “reality” shown in the media. Sleep deprivation, the demands of feeding, and the pressure to “bounce back” leave you feeling exhausted and inadequate. You do not have to feel this way, or dismiss it as the "baby-blues".

    Feeling this way doesn't not make you a bad parent! You deserve support to help you through this challenging stage.

Feeling this way doesn't make you a bad mom.

Modern parenthood comes with immense pressure—from managing relationships to meeting unrealistic expectations of perfection. Society can often glorify motherhood but it rarely acknowledges the grief, confusion, and identity shifts that accompany it. Therapy can help you navigate these challenges with understanding, compassion, and tools to thrive.


You want to consciously move through this period by listening to your body, getting support, feeling your feelings, and prioritizing yourself… but that’s easier said than done!

The perinatal period is a season of transformation.

Imagine what it would feel like if you had trust in yourself, that you really can do this. What would it be like to feel your feelings without judgement —whether joy, sadness, or frustration—, and allow them come and go like waves?

Getting support helps to put an end to feeling like there's something wrong with you. As an outcome of your efforts in therapy, you’ll develop a stronger connection to your wisest self:  

  • You feel confident to make choices that work specifically for you, your body, your life, your values, your family. 

  • Your mindset allows you to narrow in on what’s important, and let go of unhelpful messages and opinions of others who just don’t get it. 

  • You see that you are worthy of feeling supported, setting limits and having a well balanced life that honors you as a full person.

Challenges won’t disappear, but they’ll feel manageable—and you’ll find joy in the process.

My approach  is rooted in self-compassion. Together, we can develop a deep understanding of your fears, frustrations, anxieties, other difficult emotions unique to this season. You can release feelings of shame and self-criticism that may make it hard to try something different. I view TTC, pregnancy and postpartum  as a transformational time in one’s life, where things are lost and gained, and not always in the order or way one would have chosen. All emotions have the potential to be guideposts that help us to identify unmet needs and areas that need tending. 


Whether it is loss of control over your body, your competence, health anxiety, fears about your spouse, or your relationship with your own mom… it’s coming up in a new way that you may not have felt before. With newfound motivation (like a mama bear whose goal is to protect her cubs), you can make meaningful changes that can shape your experience going forward. As a Perinatal Mental Health specialist, I bring my experience and knowledge of this process to educate, empower and encourage you along your unique  journey. 

TTC, Pregnancy and Postpartum Therapy can help you…

  • Process grief over pregnancy loss or unmet expectations.

  • Strengthen self-compassion to quiet the inner critic that tells you you’re not enough.

  • Set boundaries to protect your time and energy, whether that means asking for help with night feedings or managing well-meaning but overbearing relatives.

  • Develop practical tools for coping with anxiety, like grounding exercises during overwhelming moments or communication strategies for tough conversations.

  • Feel supported and connected to others by building a reliable support system that might include family, friends, or new mom groups.

  • Rediscover and prioritize your identity outside of motherhood, so you feel whole and balanced.

You don’t have to navigate this alone.

It’s more than possible to feel confident, connected, and supported as you move through this chapter. Together, we’ll create space for your emotions, build tools to navigate challenges, and help you thrive—not just as a mom, but as the whole, resilient person you are.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A: Yes! Whether or not to have kids is such an important decision that having a space to process it all without judgement is just good sense. I have worked with many people in your shoes. During therapy you’ll have a place to explore your concerns, clarify your values, process eco or political anxiety and any unconscious thoughts or beliefs that could be clouding your perspective. This is a rich undertaking leading to personal growth no matter what you decide.

  • A. Absolutely. Many new parents struggle with fears of replicating the parent/child dynamic they experienced, but find themselves in a mix survival mode and guilt that makes it hard to enjoy parenting. It is a beautiful goal to be a cycle breaker. I work with clients to identify patterns and internalized beliefs that don’t align with their values. Often this process looks like developing mindfulness and alternative strategies, but also embracing imperfection and trusting that you can repair with your child as needed.

  • A: Maybe you have always identified as a somewhat anxious person, and now the idea or reality of pregnancy is throwing you for a loop!

    TTC, pregnancy and postpartum are 3 stages that as a whole represent the biggest transition you have ever faced. It makes sense! What we care about the most tends to make us the most anxious. That said, you can definitely shift your experience of anxiety in this period and allow for more joy in the process.

  • Perinatal therapy can give you the tools to cope during pregnancy, promote mental well-being, and prepare for birth and postpartum. Getting in “early” is a great idea to support yourself well right now and in the future.

  • Aligned Life Therapy provides therapy for anxiety in Philadelphia and online throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. If you’re ready to get started with anxiety therapy, follow these steps:

    • Get in touch -  Reach out to me through the contact form to ask about availability. I will return your message within 24 hours on business days to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation. 

    • Have your free consultation - This call will allow you to ask any questions you have before your first appointment. It also allows me to get to know you, what’s bringing you in, and determine if we are a good fit. Your first session will be scheduled during the call. 

    • Fill out consent forms and intake questionnaire -. In order to dive right in, I’ll send you a secure link to my client portal after our consultation. Fill out these forms and read the consent and practice policy documents carefully prior to the first session. 

    • Receive your video chat link or In-Person details - Before your session, you’ll receive reminders by text and email. For online sessions, a link will be included for the video chat you will use for your session.

    • Have your first session - The first few sessions will be focused on getting to know you, and your concerns and collaborating on treatment goals.