At CNS Behavioral Health, we understand that pregnancy and the postpartum period can bring a mix of joy, challenges, and unexpected emotions. Our Perinatal and Postpartum Support services are designed to help individuals and families navigate the emotional, mental, and physical changes that come with pregnancy, childbirth, and parenthood. Whether you’re dealing with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, adjusting to a new family dynamic, or processing the complexities of parenthood, Dr. Bishay provides compassionate, evidence-based care to support your well-being during this transformative time.
What is Perinatal and Postpartum Support?
Perinatal and postpartum support focuses on addressing mental health concerns and emotional challenges that can arise before, during, and after pregnancy. This specialized counseling helps individuals process their experiences, develop coping strategies, and find balance in the midst of significant life changes.
Concerns Addressed in Perinatal and Postpartum Support
- Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs): Identifying and managing conditions such as postpartum depression, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive disorder.
- Pregnancy Loss or Infertility: Providing a safe space to grieve and process the emotional pain of miscarriage, stillbirth, or infertility.
- Birth Trauma: Healing from difficult or traumatic childbirth experiences.
- Adjustment to Parenthood: Navigating identity shifts, role changes, and the emotional complexities of becoming a parent.
- Partner and Family Dynamics: Managing changes in relationships and fostering effective communication and teamwork as a parenting unit.
- Stress and Overwhelm: Coping with the demands of balancing caregiving responsibilities, work, and personal well-being.
- Self-Care and Emotional Resilience: Developing strategies to prioritize self-care while managing the pressures of parenthood.
What to Expect in Perinatal and Postpartum Support
Benefits of Perinatal and Postpartum Support
- Reduce symptoms of postpartum depression, anxiety, and stress.
- Process difficult emotions, including grief, guilt, or fear.
- Foster healthy relationships with your partner, family, and new child.
- Develop practical strategies to balance self-care and caregiving responsibilities.
- Reclaim a sense of confidence, peace, and joy during the parenting journey.
Dr. Bishay’s approach prioritizes empathy, validation, and evidence-based care, creating a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered. Parenthood is a transformative experience, and you don’t have to navigate its challenges alone.
