Mental Health
While many parents experience some mild mood changes leading up to or after the birth of a child, about 20% of women experience more significant symptoms of depression or anxiety. Parents of every culture, age, income level and race can develop perinatal mental health disorders. Symptoms can appear any time during pregnancy through the first 12 months after childbirth. Working with a qualified perinatal mental health clinician offers you access to effective and well-researched treatment options to help you feel well again, recognize you are not alone, and improve your transition to motherhood whether it's your first baby or you have multiple children.
Kara Kushnir, LCSW, PMH-C
551-233-2310 • kara@aworkofheartcounseling.com
Allendale, NJ
I am a perinatal mental health certified therapist who specializes in working with moms to be and moms in all stages and phases navigating the emotional up's and downs of motherhood! I have expertise in supporting women who have perinatal anxiety or OCD, depression, pregnancy or infant loss, or birth trauma, and those with children with disabilities.
Yvelisse Gonzalez, Program Manager
Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ
973-268-2280 • ygonzalez@pmch.org
Location varies, throughout North Jersey
Our mission is to meet the healthcare needs of women, infants, and children in NJ while coordinating education, outreach, and advocacy through regional planning and collaboration. The consortium conducts extensive community outreach and educational programs for consumers and healthcare providers in New Jersey. The Partnership for Maternal and Child, Health of Northern New Jersey runs awareness programs within the community in various ways, including small group discussions, special events, health fairs, and consumer-focused newsletters written in multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
All of the services the Partnership offers are free (exception some professional education).
Carol Chu-Peralta, Ph.D.
201-661-3375 • info@centerforresiliency.com
Montvale, NJ
We are a team of trauma-informed clinicians that also have generalist training in the entire spectrum of mental health disorders across all ages.
10% discount for first five sessions, mention Perinatal discount when you schedule
Gabriela Altamirano BA, PBHC, PMH-C
Rooted and Rising Perinatal Wellness
rootedandrisingparenthood@gmail.com
www.rootedandrisingparenthood.com
908-400-8205• gabriela.al27@gmail.com
North Plainfield, NJ but offers virtual option
As a perinatal mental health coach I provide:
Individual coaching sessions to discuss concerns, feelings, and coping strategies
Education on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and how to recognize symptoms
Development of personalized wellness plans to support mental health during pregnancy and postpartum
Referrals to mental health professionals for additional support or treatment
Support in navigating the challenges of motherhood and adjusting to life with a new baby
Resources and tools for self-care, stress management, and emotional well-being
Erin Hertrich LCSW, PMH-C
973.397.5133• erin@erinhertrich.com
Currently 100% virtual
I have a casual and eclectic approach, meeting clients where they are and providing support for each individual's unique needs. I support birthing and non birthing folks as they navigate any stage or challenge in their reproductive journey. I have advanced training in working with obsessive thoughts, trauma, and grief/loss
Gina Paolozzi
The Wild Compass
201-988-2241• Gina@thewildcompassnj.com
Bergen County / Northern New Jersey
As a nature therapy practitioner I connect pregnant women, mothers, infants, and children to the healing powers of nature through the Japanese wellness practice, forest bathing. I design outdoor experiences to provide health benefits for people who need a "dose of nature".
Tracey Weiss
Weiss Wellness LLC
551-284-3373• Traceybweisslcsw@gmail.com
Ridgewood
I am a Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Personal Trainer which allows me to help clients become both mentally and physically stronger.
Lauren Sweitzer, Stephanie Simon
Stephanie Rose Simon Psychologist PLLC
https://www.drstephaniesimon.com/
(917) 524-9396• drlaurensweitzer@gmail.com
Virtual
Dr. Stephanie Simon is a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and New Jersey providing individual and couples therapy through Telehealth and in-person in Flatiron, Manhattan. I, Dr. Lauren Sweitzer, am a prelicensed psychologist working under the supervision of Dr. Simon. We both have specialty experience and advanced training in perinatal/maternal mental health and couples therapy.
We offer sliding scale for clients with financial needs/constraints so if a client was referred through this group with a financial need we will most likely be able to accomodate!
Celina Wigle-Olias-Varga, LSW
973-283-5029 • Celina@therapystory.net
Bloomfield, NJ
TherapyStory specializes in perinatal mental health through individual and couple's therapy services and regular Bringing Baby Home workshops providing psycho-education. We are also part of a larger perinatal wellness center allowing for multiple care modalities to be accessed within one setting.
Use code “PPNJ” in Eventbrite for a discount on Bringing Baby Home Workshops
Deborah Flam, M.A., LPC, PMH-C
Beautiful Journey Reproductive Counseling Center
551-319-2029 • info@beautifuljrcc.com
Mahwah, NJ
We are a team of mental health professionals dedicated to our clients. We specialize in treating perinatal mental health disorders, infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, NICU, etc.
Megan Hittner
732-986-1822 • megan@mah-therapy.com
My personal experience with tough pregnancy/postpartum situations- 2 high risk pregnancies, NICU baby, twin pregnancy, food allergies, and more.
Judith P Dazle
201-357-2347 • info@rockcollage.com
Teaneck
Hope to provide services and products for overall wellness modalities to help with perinatal needs.
15% RockMOM24
RoseMarie Cafone
Wonder Years Psychiatric Services
(973) 339 7426 • hello@wonderyearsny.com
As a registered nurse, working at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center on the Bone Marrow Transplant inpatient service, I discovered my passion for addressing the psycho-social needs of patients suffering from anxiety, depression, and mental illness. After obtaining my psychiatric nurse practitioner degree, I went on to work in psycho-oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Alongside this work, I began working part time in private practice and learned that I could connect with a broader scope of patients. I am now working full time with Wonder Years Psychiatric Services, looking to expand our outreach, having just opened our third office in Morristown, NJ. As a new mom, I have gained yet another passion working with women and families during the perinatal period. I am licensed to see patients in NY and NJ and also offer telehealth visits.
Jennifer Leopold
Talk to me Psychotherapy
917-750-9708• jenniferleopoldlcsw@gmail.com
River Edge NJ
I have been in practice since 1998. I have been working with new families as a clinical social worker, feeding expert, and mentor.
Becky Ackerman
Lily & Bee Fertility
https://www.lilyandbeefertility.com
646-469-7996• becky@lilyandbeefertility.com
West Orange NJ but I see my clients virtually.
I know first-hand what it feels like to struggle with fertility problems, and so I bring empathy and compassion to all my interactions with clients. In addition, I understand that feelings of overwhelm, extreme stress, and loss of control are major players in any woman's fertility journey.
I will offer 10% off any package, just mention that you found me here.