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Therapy can support a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, life transitions, and more.
Therapy provides dedicated time to reflect on recent challenges, develop new insight, and connect with yourself. Some choose therapy for long-term, ongoing support.
If youβre unsure, book a free call to discuss your concerns and what kinds of resources might suit your needs
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If itβs been more than a couple weeks, or if youβre feeling really overwhelmed, hopeless, anxious, or irritable in a way thatβs affecting your day-to-day, it might be more than the βbaby blues.β The blues tend to be short-lived; Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) stick around longer and feel heavier. Either way, itβs okay to ask for helpβweβll sort it out together.
Your first session is usually about getting to know each other. We'll talk about what's been going on for you, your goals, and how I can best support you. Together weβll make a plan.
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Yes. You are welcome to bring your baby with you to virtual sessions or in-person sessions at my office in SW Calgary. There is a changing table available.
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Absolutely. It is not as well-known, but 1 in 10 partners struggle with perinatal mood challenges. Everyoneβs experience matters during this timeβpartners included.
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There is no right or wrong way to show up for sessions. That said, therapy is most effective when itβs a true partnership. While Iβm here to guide you and provide support, the real work happens when you show up as an active participant in the process. This means being open about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, even when theyβre hard to express or feel uncertain. You are the expert on your own life. Your voice and feedback are a vital part of the process.
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Itβs important that these roles remain separate. My expertise as a midwife crosses over, my role is clear. And even though I cannot be your midwife, I can help guide you in applying for midwifery care.
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While I donβt direct bill, my services are likely to be reimbursed by your insurer and/or health savings account provider. I recommend inquiring with your provider before your first session.