Pre and Postnatal Mental Health in NYC, Hoboken, and Online

Perinatal therapy and maternal mental health care for every stage of your pregnancy and postpartum journey

At BeWELL Psychotherapy and Wellness, we provide compassionate, expert care for individuals navigating pregnancy, birth, and new parenthood. Whether you’re trying to conceive, preparing for labor, or adjusting to life with a newborn, our therapists are here to support your emotional and mental wellbeing.

We specialize in prenatal therapy, postpartum depression counseling, and maternal mental health services offering in-person care in Flatiron, NYC and Hoboken, NJ, as well as virtual therapy across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and California.

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What Is Prenatal and Postpartum Counseling?

Prenatal and postpartum counseling (also called perinatal therapy) offers emotional and psychological support during:

Pregnancy
Postpartum recovery
High-risk pregnancies
Birth trauma
NICU experiences
Pregnancy after loss
Fertility treatments or conception struggles
Return to work after maternity leave
Adoption or surrogacy transitions

Our licensed therapists are trained in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), including postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and postpartum OCD. We provide a nonjudgmental, inclusive space where you can process your experience and receive tailored support.

What We Help With

BeWELL’s maternal mental health therapists support a wide range of experiences, including:

Pregnancy-related anxiety or depression
Emotional overwhelm in early motherhood
Fear of childbirth or past trauma
Postpartum rage or intrusive thoughts
Grief after miscarriage, stillbirth, or loss
Loss of identity or disconnection from self
Relationship stress after baby
Feelings of guilt, shame, or not feeling “enough”
Navigating parenthood after IVF or surrogacy

Whether your experience is joyful, complex, heartbreaking—or all of the above—you deserve support that honors the full depth of what you’re carrying. We’re here to hold space for you

It’s Your Time To BeWELL

Being well is a personal journey and experience. At Be.WELL. Psychotherapy and Wellness, your mental and emotional well-being are our priority.

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Our Integrative Approach to Maternal Wellness

At BeWELL, we believe therapy should treat the whole person—mind, body, and nervous system. That’s why our model goes beyond traditional talk therapy.

We offer:

Therapy for pregnant and postpartum individuals with perinatal-trained specialists
Breathwork sessions to support nervous system regulation and emotional grounding
Reiki and energy healing to promote balance and release
Acupuncture for pregnancy support, labor preparation, and postpartum recovery (available in Hoboken)

This integrative model is designed to help you feel grounded, supported, and whole—no matter where you are in your journey into motherhood.

FAQ

Prenatal counseling offers expectant people a supportive environment where they can express their feelings, fears, and expectations about pregnancy and/ or motherhood. This form of counseling can help alleviate anxiety, prepare you for the emotional changes that pregnancy brings, and strengthen your coping skills for managing stress. It is also a valuable resource for learning about the psychological aspects of childbirth, parenting, and the postpartum phase, empowering pregnant individuals to feel more confident and informed as they approach labor and delivery.

Postpartum counseling provides essential support to new mothers, helping them navigate the often challenging transition into motherhood. Therapy offers a safe space to discuss feelings of overwhelm, sadness, or anxiety and can be vital in identifying and treating postpartum depression or anxiety. Be.WELL also supports mothers in developing healthy bonding with their infants, adjusting to new family dynamics, and managing the physical and emotional challenges that can follow childbirth.

Common issues addressed in both prenatal and postpartum counseling include anxiety, depression, fear of childbirth, changes in body image, relationship changes with partners and family, concerns about parenting skills, and coping with the lifestyle adjustments that come with pregnancy and caring for a newborn. Understanding and addressing these concerns early is a great way to lead to a healthier well being and more well adjusted parents.

Consulting with a therapist during pregnancy and postpartum can be incredibly beneficial. During these periods, women undergo significant emotional, physical, and hormonal changes that can lead to stress and anxiety. A therapist can provide the support and tools needed to manage these changes effectively. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or simply wish to maintain your mental health proactively, seeing a therapist can be a positive step.

For new parents, prenatal and postpartum counseling can strengthen the bond between them and their children, improve parental confidence, and promote a healthier family dynamic. These sessions provide strategies for effective communication, conflict resolution, and emotional support between partners, all of which are crucial for adapting to life with a new baby. Counseling also helps in setting realistic expectations of parenthood, thus enhancing the overall well-being of the family.

Yes, prenatal counseling can be a valuable support for parents undergoing fertility treatments like IVF. The emotional rollercoaster associated with these treatments can be challenging and counseling provides a platform to express and manage these complex emotions. It also helps in preparing for the possible outcomes of treatments and supporting overall mental health during this stressful period.

There are several scenarios where someone may be pregnant but not go on to become a mother in the traditional sense, including, but not limited to, miscarriage, stillbirth, surrogacy, adoption, or termination. In all these situations, the support of a skilled therapist, such as one from Be.WELL, can be invaluable. A therapist can provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to express your grief, sadness, or conflicted feelings and can help you process complex emotions and work towards healing. Handling any scenario where pregnancy does not result in traditional motherhood is challenging, but professional support can be crucial in helping individuals find a path forward with compassion and understanding.