Online Postpartum Depression Treatment based in Katy, TX
Adjustment to bringing home a new baby is complicated and physically and emotionally exhausting even when everything goes as planned. Many women experience baby blues- mild depressive symptoms that typically lift on their within two weeks of birth. The blues aren’t “fun” but they typically feel tolerable.
Postpartum depression goes beyond feeling “blue” and feels dark, lonely, scary and at times, unbearable.
Postpartum depression spins dark webs in our brains to try to make us believe we’re worthless, unlovable or bad. Sometimes it can even make us think that our families might be better off without us. Maybe you’ve been thought about getting help for a long time and finally feel brave enough to reach out to a counselor. Or it’s possible that you’re a few weeks into this whole post-baby life and what you thought were baby blues don’t seem to be going away. Alternatively, it could be that your partner, doctor or another loved one is encouraging you to get help.
Whatever your circumstances and however long you’ve been feeling this way, I’m glad you’re here. Counseling can provide a supportive, judgment free place for you to talk about how you’re feeling. It can also be a place to talk about what might be causing you to feel so down. Or it can help you find healthier, more effective ways of coping with the sadness, hopelessness and depression you might be experiencing. There’s no one size fits all approach to therapy. We will get really specific about what is going on in your life and how you’d like things to look and feel different, and come up with a plan to make some positive changes.
Signs you might be experiencing postpartum depression include:
- Feelings of irritability, anger, guilt, shame or hopelessness
- Feeling little to no interest in the baby, or other things that previously were of interest or brought you joy
- Disrupted sleep (sleeping too much, or not enough- even when the baby is sleeping) or irregular appetite (eating too much or not enough)
- Excessive weepiness, crying or feelings of sadness
- Having thoughts about harming or killing yourself, or someone else (maybe even the baby) {Please note, if you’re having suicidal or homicidal thoughts and have a plan to act on those thoughts, you need to seek emergency care by calling 9-1-1 or going to your nearest emergency room. You can also call the suicide helpline at 1-800-273-8255.}
The good news is treatment for postpartum depression is available and recovery is possible.
Counseling can help. You may have a mental list a mile long of why counseling for postpartum depression is not an option right now. You may think it’s weak to ask for help. Or that other people will think you’re “crazy” if you go to therapy. Maybe it feels like there’s just no time, or childcare, or money to put into something like counseling right now. I’ll tell you- my clients are some of the strongest people I’ve ever met. They are resilient, kind and smart and typically come to me after having tried everything they can think of on their own to feel better.If you can find a way to carve out 45-50 minutes per week, you can find time to fit in a counseling session.
I offer online, or virtual sessions, so you can have your session from the comfort of your bed or your couch if logistically that makes the most sense. No babysitter? No problem, bring the baby to the office or opt for telehealth and stay home while still getting the help you deserve.
Counseling is an investment of both your time and money, so it needs to work for you.
How would it feel to dump your depression and reclaim a sense of self worth, joy and purpose in your life? How about waking up most days feeling energized, capable and hopeful instead of feeling exhausted, angry, ashamed? Could you find 45-50 minutes per week to experience that type of change? How much would you pay for that? Therapy may end up costing you less than the latest iPhone or smart watch and the benefits will likely last a lot longer. Counseling can be a great use of HSA/Flex spending dollars and may even be covered in part or full by your insurance benefits.
Find a counselor for postpartum depression who helps you feel safe and supported.
I don’t claim to have a magic wand to make your postpartum depression instantly disappear. However, I have seen the transformative change that results from clients showing up ready to do the work. Transformation happens with vulnerability and honesty. We discuss and explore the fears, worries, beliefs and experiences holding them back from living the life they want to live. I have nearly a decade of experience in the counseling field under my belt. I help clients feel comfortable quickly so we can identify the most pressing concerns. Together we come up with a plan of how to address them.
I’m not afraid to offer suggestions and brainstorm solutions to problems. When relevant, I share experiences from my own adventures (or misadventures) in motherhood. Parenting two young children outside of my time in the office, means some days I show up needing an extra cup of coffee, with crumbs or snot tears smeared on my pant leg and always with a healthy dose of empathy for what my clients are going through.
If you’re tired of fighting postpartum depression on your own, let’s talk about how I might be able to help.
Start Virtual Postpartum Depression Treatment from home in Katy, Texas or anywhere else in the state of Texas
Surviving the newborn stage is hard, period. Struggling from postpartum depression can make any already exhausting, lonely and overwhelming time, feel impossible. If you’re tired of fighting alone and in need of support, I’m here to help. In addition to support, you’ll gain realistic strategies and coping skills to manage your symptoms of postpartum depression. The process of starting counseling is not complicated. To begin treatment for postpartum depression follow these steps:
- E-mail, text or call (281-607-4443) to schedule a phone consultation or book your first appointment.
- Attend your first online counseling appointment from home. (your baby is welcome too!)
- Begin feeling less depressed, less irritable and more hopeful again!
Options for Online Postpartum Depression Therapy in Texas, based near Houston
Online Counseling in Texas (Virtual Counseling for Postpartum Depression in Texas)
Maybe you don’t want to bring your baby to an office. Or perhaps you don’t have a babysitter. Consider remote therapy. Online counseling brings counseling to you anywhere you have a stable internet connection and some privacy. Anne Russey is licensed to provide online postpartum depression counseling for individuals living throughout the state of Texas. This includes Houston, TX, Midland, TX, Austin, TX, San Antonio, TX, Lubbock, TX and everywhere in between.
Anne Russey Counseling is located in Katy, Texas 77494
Anne Russey, Licensed Professional Counselor, provides online postpartum depression treatment from her office near Houston, TX. Online individual counseling is provided throughout the state of Texas but Anne Russey Counseling is based near Cinco Ranch, West Houston and Katy-Fulshear.
Other Counseling Services Offered from Katy, Texas
Sometimes, you’re struggling in more than one way. I’m able to help you with a wide range of mental health concerns. In addition to counseling for postpartum depression, I offer postpartum anxiety treatment, general perinatal counseling, anxiety treatment, counseling for moms and LGBT counseling.
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