Therapy for Women

*Online Therapy in California Provided*

Therapy just for Women

Women in today’s world are faced with many demands and challenges. We juggle the pressures of career, family, and relationships. On top of that, we have to worry about meeting expectations placed on us by society, family, and friends. And, even us. This is exhausting! After a while, this will erode well-being. Gradually chipping away at self-esteem. And, leading to mental health struggles. We are inclined to suffer more from anxiety, panic, phobias, depression, and PTSD. Do you want to know the annoying part? We’re more likely to experience than men. Women’s mental health is a rapidly evolving and dynamic field. At Headway Therapy Group, we are proud to stay informed we follow the information and research to make sure we’re offering you the highest quality of service.

Therapy for Women is a time dedicated to you

Not your kids. Not your partner. And not your job. Just you. My approach to working with women is comprehensive. We aim to promote your well-being and empower you by helping you rediscover your strengths. We also help you improve your coping skills for feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. And, by providing resources through therapy to help you navigate this season of life. and more than anything else, to help you move forward with goals and values that are important to you.

You are experiencing the struggle to “do it all”

With a smile on your face drinking some kind of vegetable juice on your way out of the gym. Don’t forget the perfect matching outfit and not a hair out of place. Because this is realistic, right? You’re expected to do this and more. All while still maintaining a sense of balance and well-being, which often feels off-kilter. How can you possibly feel balanced and on top of things with how life is? Constantly juggling the demands of work, partners, parents, and children! This mindset that you should just be able to cope on your own and deal with all of the challenges you face. Really, you feel too ashamed to seek help.

When you look around, you probably see examples of other women who seem to be “doing it.” Which, simply, increases the sense of failure. And, adds to a feeling of guilt or shame that you aren’t coping with as well as others. And, despite your continued best efforts, nothing seems to change. This leads to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, chronic stress, and fatigue leads to feelings of confusion, uncertainty, self-doubt, overwhelm and feeling stuck.

The struggle is real. But, you are not alone in it.

At Headway Therapy, women in their 20’s, 30’s and 40’s are typically seen, who are all navigating the demands of:

• Adulting – growing independence and assertiveness, managing increasing responsibilities, setting goals, and figuring out your personal values.
• Self-esteem – learning how to acknowledge and feel good about who you are and your accomplishments (no matter how small or big these may be).
• Relationships – navigating differences, maintaining your sense of self while building a strong connection, sharing goals and resolving conflict successfully.
• Identity – figuring out who you are and how you want to show up in the world.
• Work ambitions – managing and balancing personal life and work life, setting career goals, and navigating career changes.
• Reproduction challenges – regardless of where you are on your reproductive journey, it can bring up a lot of complicated feelings and leave you feeling vulnerable. We are here to support you through this.
• Postpartum support – the first postpartum year is one of tremendous change and adaptation, and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders may surface.
• Growing a family – psychoeducation on development and attachment, changing family dynamics, as well as balancing your needs with those of your family.
• Parenting – helping you find your feet in the wild parenting-ride!
• We also see women with various other struggles and throughout different seasons of life.

In Therapy for Women, we can help with. . .

Depression Counseling

When you feel a persistent sense of sadness or emptiness, you may be experiencing depression. Depression in women might actually show up physically too. Sometimes, aches, pains, headaches, cramps, and digestive problems may be linked to depression. Additionally, some types of depression are unique to women. With Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder the intensity of irritability, anger, sadness, suicidal thoughts, bloating and physical discomfort can be very disabling. Often, impacting all areas of your life. When pregnant or in the postpartum period, Perinatal Depression is equally compromising. It is a period of tremendous physical, emotional, and psychological change. This commonly leads to increased feelings of overwhelm. For some women, this brings sadness and mood changes. Similarly, Perimenopausal Depression impacts sleep, weight, mood swings. Some women feel constantly irritable. And, a general lack of enjoyment in things you once loved.

You may have tried various self-help strategies. But, no amount of eating right, exercising, or meditating seems to shift how badly you feel. On top of that, you’ve been told by friends or family to just “snap out of it.” If only this worked. This isn’t a weakness or character flaw. It simply means that Treatment for Depression and Mood may be helpful. 

Anxiety Treatment

Feeling worried about things is a completely normal part of living in today’s world. However, feeling worried about things to a level where it consumes your thoughts and actions is another story. You’re on edge all of the time and feelings of panic are ever-present. It’s hard to concentrate. Getting to sleep is a battle. Physical symptoms, like heart palpitations, breathing irregularities, and digestive problems seem unsolvable. Anxiety Therapy can help you find tools to regulate and understand your anxiety. This way, that you can back to focusing on the things that actually matter to you.

Infertility Counseling

It’s what you always wanted. Or, it’s something that you didn’t realize you wanted until you couldn’t have it. Living with infertility can feel isolating. Often, there’s a big impact left on the situation.  Women feel anger, depression, and anxiety. Sometimes, marital problems, sexual dysfunction, and social isolation come along. And, unfortunately, infertility is an experience that others think they can throw their two cents in on. They ask you what you could have, should have, or would have done differently.  Navigating this can lead to isolation, intense grieving, and poor self-esteem. Infertility Counseling is helpful in supporting you through this and finding your way back to well-being.

Miscarriage Therapy

How you feel about pregnancy loss largely depends on the circumstances surrounding it. And, what that pregnancy meant to you. This will be different for every person. It may lead to negative thoughts about yourself. And, attempting to find someone (usually yourself) to blame. This all leads to increased feelings of sadness and decreasing self-esteem. You may even be experiencing flashbacks or nightmares about your loss that are hard to shake and stay with you throughout your days. It’s hard to move past the experience. And, you may even find yourself worrying and ruminating about the experience. On top of that, the loneliness you feel swallows you up. Especially when you don’t feel comfortable sharing your story with others, even people you feel close to. When working through all of the feelings and to help process the loss, miscarriage therapy may be helpful.

Pregnancy Counseling

When pregnant, you go through many physical and psychological changes. For some, it’s a happy and exciting time in a women’s life. But, not everyone feels that way. You may have mixed or negative feelings about being pregnant. And, you may find yourself struggling with the changes and uncertainties. Increased worry, relationship changes, and physical health may all add to the intensity of your experience. Depression and anxiety are quite common in pregnant women. Typically, affecting 1 in 5 women. If you find yourself struggling, Pregnancy Counseling can help you work through these changes and feelings.

Postpartum Therapy

For many women in the postpartum period, the rapid changes can feel overwhelming. The adjustments and transitions that are required can result in or exacerbate underlying mood and anxiety disorders. It is also a period of time in which many new mothers really struggle to ask for the help they actually need. Expectations from yourself and from others often get in the way of acknowledging how you are actually feeling. Which, is often different from how you say you are feeling. Postpartum Therapy can be very helpful in navigating the changes. It can help you to understand mood and anxiety disorders. Especially how they are being experienced in your postpartum journey. Altogether, our therapists want to give you what you need to be successful. And, to enjoy this season of your life.

Begin Therapy for Women in San Diego, CA

You don’t have to navigate these barriers on your own anymore. Therapy for women in San Diego, CA can help. My Encinitas-based counseling practice is accessible off of the I-5 or online therapy anywhere in California. When you’re ready to begin therapy for women, follow these steps:

1. Contact Headway Therapy.
2. Meet with one of our Amanda Freeman, PhD, PMH-C.
3. Feel empowered to write the next chapter in your book.

Other Services for Counseling in San Diego, CA

Helping women feel less anxious, more balanced and finding their purpose is my passion! In addition, I also provide individual therapy for when you experience personal challenges, reproductive and perinatal support for the challenges encountered when growing your family. We also offer group therapy for postpartum mothers adjusting to this new role, and grief counseling, Online counseling is available to anyone in the state of California.