Counseling and Support for Infertility
*Online Therapy in California Provided*
A See-Saw of Disappointment and Hope
Family planning can be stressful even at the best of times. There’s so much that goes into it. And, lots of pressure. The pressure to conceive. Pressure from others to have a baby now. And, unfortunately, the pressure of not being able to conceive. Encountering and going through months of trying to conceive only to be faced with yet another month of trying to conceive. It feels like there’s a mountain on you. Now, the disappointment starts to accumulate. It feels like a never-ending cycle of wanting and trying. The feelings of loss and emptiness grow. Constantly gnawing at your thoughts and in your heart. It becomes painful to see or hear about other pregnant women or families with an infant.
You’ve tried everything. You’ve asked everyone.
You haven’t left any stone unturned. Each cycle feels like it will be the time when it happens. You’ve read every blog, gotten “advice” from those around you. On top of that, you always put in the effort. On top of that, you’ve even sought out your medical providers and begun support for infertility Unfortunately, there’s still no baby bump. After months of trying with no success, you feel like you’re losing hope. This in itself is a see-saw-like journey of discovery, disappointment, hope, and trials.
“What am I doing wrong? Is it me, or is it my partner? I feel like we get so close, but then nothing.”
If this sounds familiar, you could be experiencing infertility. Infertility can be a devasting experience for people that want to have a baby. Infertility can feel isolating, exhausting, and lonely. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon to feel guilty or ashamed that you’re in this situation. What’s more, some couples find themselves trying to figure out who’s “fault” it is. This can feel incredibly lonely. However, you’re not alone in this. Infertility counseling in San Diego, CA can provide you the support you need to get through this challenging time.
Common Reasons to Start Infertility Counseling in San Diego, CA
For some, conceiving can be a journey with many unexpected twists. Fortunately, infertility counseling can provide you with the support and resources to help you throughout. Through our years of providing infertility counseling in California, our infertility counselors have worked with a variety of people at different stages on this path. Because of this, we have provided infertility counseling to women and couples for a variety of reasons. Of course, each person’s path looks different. With this in mind, we have seen a theme of why individuals start infertility counseling.
Here are some common reasons to start infertility counseling:
- Addressing feelings of shame, blame, or guilt associated with your struggle.
- Giving voice to the unspoken feelings around why “every” other woman seems able to conceive and how this makes you feel.
- Exploring the very complex and difficult decisions around how far to pursue the quest of having children and growing your family.
- Managing the anxiety around the efforts you go to.
- Dealing with the uncertainty of the outcomes you pin your hopes on.
- Understanding the strain this puts on you and your relationship with your partner.
- Feeling an increase in your anxiety as you plan to have a baby in these uncertain times.
Infertility Counseling in San Diego, CA can help you with this Journey
In infertility counseling, we help you navigate the see-saw of infertility helping you find a place of balance. Infertility counseling offers you a supportive and nurturing environment. Here, you can explore the many layers of feelings that may surface. Counseling can help you work through the difficult decisions that need to be made as you contemplate growing your family. These conversations are difficult to have with your partner. And sometimes, preparing for an uncertain outcome is all we can do. Overall, the impact that infertility can have can be a tremendous strain on both individuals and partnerships. Infertility counseling becomes a space to share your worries, concerns, sadness, and hope. All with the intention to process how infertility impacts your life, your relationships, and your work.
The Headway Therapy Approach to Infertility Counseling
Understanding your journey with infertility is where we start in infertility counseling. We understand that hearing this story helps you to process your experience. And, all of the associated thoughts and feelings. It also helps us to understand how this has impacted the way you see yourself. There can be a lot of shame and guilt that come along with infertility. What’s more, this can make your experience even more difficult. In infertility counseling, you have space to really talk through those feelings that you’re having. And, perhaps, see that this isn’t your fault. In addition, we’re also willing to have your partner join in infertility counseling. Through years of providing infertility counseling, our infertility counselors know that infertility can add stress to your relationship. So, we’ll look at how it has changed your relationship with your partner.
Infertility counseling in San Diego, CA provides an opportunity to explore how you imagined this season of your life to unfold.
We know how important this is. This experience can be difficult, to say the least. However, there are things that will be helpful. Exploring all of these dynamics helps us to truly understand the impact the experience of infertility has had on you. With this deep understanding, our infertility counselors are able to collaborate and develop a plan that will best support you. And, provide you with the resolve and strength to face the steps and decisions that you will be making.
Online Counseling for Infertility in California
Through online counseling for infertility in California, I can work with you anywhere you are in the state! Working online together offers many benefits that traditional in-person therapy lacks. Online infertility counseling allows for more flexibility in scheduling appointments. You no longer have to factor in traffic or travel time to make it to our Encinitas-based counseling group. Instead, you can work with our infertility counselors anywhere you have stable internet. Whether you’re near San Jose, Fresno, or Oakland, online infertility counseling in California can provide you the support you need to navigate this season of life.
Begin Infertility Counseling in San Diego, CA
Dealing with infertility can be a long journey. Overall, feeling supported during your infertility journey provides a strong foundation for developing resiliency and courage. Ultimately, this will help you to work through the decisions and challenges you may be facing. To start online infertility counseling in California, journey, follow these steps:
- Contact Headway Therapy.
- Meet with one of our Amanda Freeman, PhD, PMH-C.
- Feel supported and develop the resilience you need.
Other Counseling Services at Headway Therapy
Infertility counseling is not the only service we offer in my Encinitas therapy office. Therapy after a miscarriage, treatment for depression and mood, anxiety treatment, and therapy for pregnant and postpartum families are all offered. I look forward to connecting with you!