6 reasons why starting postpartum therapy in San Diego, CA can help you through postpartum depression.

The first postpartum year is full of big changes for you as a parent. It is a delicate and vulnerable time in which you adjust to your new role and the new demands and responsibilities you face. Sadly, 1 in 5 new parents struggle with postpartum depression. It is, however, very treatable. Here are 6 reasons why starting postpartum therapy can help you get through this:

1. It is very common. It is also very treatable.

Despite how overwhelmed, sad, or worried you might be feeling, postpartum depression (and anxiety) is very treatable. The most difficult part in the experience of postpartum depression is acknowledging that you are struggling and reaching out for help. The moment you reach out, the burden you feel you are carrying begins to lift. You begin to feel supported and you begin to discover strategies to cope.

2. You are not alone.

You are not alone in your experience of struggling through the adjustment into parenthood. It is a huge developmental transition, in which you step into a brand new role. When coming into therapy, you no longer feel as though you are navigating this all on your own. It is reassuring to know that it is a common struggle and it is reassuring to know that you have support.

3. Postpartum therapy can help you enjoy this season of your life.

It might not feel as though you can enjoy this season of life with all of the expected and unexpected challenges you encounter in bringing baby home. Postpartum therapy can however help you find the strategies and tools to get through the difficult times. It can also help you identify and celebrate the precious moments between you and your baby.

4. You and your partner will benefit.

Bringing a baby home not only changes you, but it changes the dynamic between you and your partner. Therapy can help you both discover how to maintain a loving partnership with each other, while also evolving into parenthood together.

5. Your baby will benefit.

As a new parent, you have most likely found that taking care of your baby is a 24/7 job. New parents frequently struggle with finding time to take care of themselves. Initially, this might feel sustainable, but over time, it leaves you feeling depleted and exhausted. Therapy can help you rediscover or find new ways of nurturing your needs so that you can feel like taken care of. When you feel nurtured and replenished, you are able to be your best mom-self. So, not only do you benefit from this, but so does your baby.

6. Postpartum therapy can help you feel more confident.

In therapy, you have the space to explore your thoughts and feelings. This helps toincrease your self-awareness and builds your self-confidence as a new parent.

Postpartum therapy is not only helpful in supporting your transition into parenthood but also helps you through postpartum depression. If you are ready to begin postpartum therapy, follow the steps below:

1. Contact Headway Therapy.
2. Meet with one of our expert postpartum therapists.
3. Enjoy your postpartum experience.

Other Counseling Services at Headway Therapy

Couples counseling is not the only service we offer in our Encinitas therapy group. Other mental health services at Headway Therapy include treatment for depression and mood, anxiety treatment, therapy for teens, therapy for children, counseling and support for infertility, therapy after miscarriage, and pregnancy counseling. We look forward to connecting with you!