Postpartum Therapy
At Juniper Counseling, we know that becoming a parent can bring both joy and complexity. The postpartum season often arrives with more than just sleepless nights—it can bring waves of overwhelm, grief, anxiety, and identity shifts that are difficult to name, let alone navigate.
You’re not broken for struggling. You’re human—and you deserve care that meets you with compassion, not judgment.
What You Might Be Feeling
It’s normal to feel off in the first few weeks after birth. But when things persist or intensify, it may be a sign of something more.
Our therapists support parents experiencing:
Postpartum Depression (PPD)
Mood swings, numbness, or emotional flatness
Tearfulness, hopelessness, or shame
Difficulty bonding with your baby
Thoughts of self-harm or wishing to disappear
Postpartum Anxiety (PPA)
Constant worry or dread
Restlessness, racing thoughts, panic
Trouble sleeping or eating
Fear something bad will happen
Postpartum OCD (PPOCD)
Intrusive, unwanted thoughts or images
Compulsive checking, cleaning, or counting
Fear of harming your baby, even if you never would
Shame or horror over your thoughts
These symptoms can show up days, weeks, or even months after giving birth—and they affect both moms and dads.
You’re Not a Bad Parent
It’s easy to blame yourself. But none of this means you don’t love your child. And it doesn’t mean you’re failing.
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are common—and treatable. You deserve support that sees you, listens without judgment, and walks with you through the fog.
Why Postpartum Therapy Might Be Right for You
You’re feeling overwhelmed more often than not
Sleeplessness, anxiety, or burnout may feel constant—and hard to talk about.
You find yourself snapping or shutting down
Mood swings, numbness, or irritability feel out of character—but persistent.
You’re having scary or unwanted thoughts
Maybe you’re experiencing intrusive thoughts you’re too afraid to say out loud. You’re not the only one.
You’re not bonding the way you thought you would
Love looks different for everyone—but if you’re feeling disconnected or detached, you deserve support.
You’re grieving the life you had before
Missing your independence doesn’t make you ungrateful. It makes you real.
You feel ashamed, isolated, or not “maternal enough”
There’s no right way to do this. Therapy can help quiet the inner critic.
Our Approach
Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. We offer personalized, trauma-informed care that honors your cultural context, lived experiences, and pace.
✅ Culturally Responsive & Identity-Affirming
We know your experience may be shaped by culture, faith, family expectations, gender roles, or intergenerational patterns. We hold space for all of it.
✅ Trauma-Informed & Gentle
We meet you where you are. We don’t rush healing—and we never pathologize your emotions.
✅ Care for Both Birthing and Non-Birthing Parents
Fathers, partners, and non-gestational parents also experience postpartum stress. We support all caregivers.
✅ Flexible Support – Virtual & In-Person
Whether you prefer to meet from home or in our Austin office, we offer options to fit your needs.
You Deserve Support That Sees You
At Juniper Counseling, we believe you shouldn’t have to pretend everything is okay just because you brought a new life into the world. You deserve to feel supported, seen, and whole—whether you’re in your first weeks postpartum or months into figuring things out.
You don’t have to carry this alone. Let’s walk through it together.
We are humbled to have the opportunity to listen to your story and walk with you
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