Perinatal
Mental Health
Support
Comprehensive mental health perinatal support with PMH-C therapist, Mia Bernardi.Pregnancy and early postpartum are times of immense change physically and emotionally. Having targeted and informed support throughout this transformative period can make a meaningful difference as you transition into parenthood. Mental health care is an important part of a holistic approach to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Specialized mental health care that offers much needed coverage during an especially pivotal time. The decision to begin long term therapy can feel weighty. This Guide Growth program gives pregnant individuals a short term, but effective option for support. Structured to identify any underlying mental health issues prior to birth, prepare for the birth that feels right to you, and prepare for and support you through the fourth trimester (12 weeks postpartum).
What’s Included:
Strategically timed support session to ease big transitions.
Two prenatal sessions
One session at 2 weeks postpartum
One session at 6 weeks postpartum
One session at 12 weeks postpartum
Areas of Focus:
Preparing emotionally for labor and birth
Navigating expectations vs. reality of birth and postpartum
Postpartum planning
Processing the birth experience, identifying potential birth trauma and creating a treatment plan if needed
Processing and supporting early postpartum experiences
Support around identity shifts
Clinical care for mental health disorders that may arise: prenatal or postpartum anxiety, depression, OCD, panic disorder, bipolar I and II, and PTSD.
Strengthening communication and support systems
Gentle guidance through the fourth trimester
