Did you know...
1 in 5 women develop depression and anxiety in the perinatal period.
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78.9% of women with PPD showed significant improvement in symptoms after receiving treatment
Perinatal depression is the most under diagnosed obstetric complication in America
Hey There!
I'm Cailen.
I am a licensed therapist that specializes in working with new moms as they enter the world of motherhood. I myself have been through postpartum depression, and I know the avalanche of emotions that can surprise you during the often chaotic beginning to the wild ride of parenthood. I have been there, felt the sleep deprivation, and have the milk-stained t-shirt to prove it!
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In addition to my license in Clinical Social Work (LCSW), I am also certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). Feel welcome to reach out if you have any questions about what this means or looks like!​
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Breathe mama. You got this.
- Cailen
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Therapy for Expecting Moms
Not sure where to start? Reach out to schedule a fifteen-minute phone call to answer any questions you may have and learn more about what therapy can look like for you.
If you are currently expecting, you may be experiencing some heightened anxiety, numbness, and deep sadness that can seem overwhelming. Individual therapy can help you find your balance during this transitional time, so you can enjoy the little things again (literally!).
Therapy for Postpartum Moms
The first year of your baby's life is one of many milestones, and while it can bring some of the most amazing and tender moments, it can also exhaust you beyond anything you knew was possible. Individual therapy can help you put back the pieces that feel lost, and equip you with the tools you need to thrive from the inside out.
Is your baby a little older?
Therapy for Moms with babies over one year old
Let's be real, sometimes our baby's first birthday comes and goes and we still feel stuck in the haze of infant life. While the Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) is designed to cover pregnancy and the first year postpartum, some experts argue that the perinatal window should be expanded to at least two years.
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Maybe you feel blindsided by new emotions while scrapping playdoh out of your carpet, or maybe you simply thought things would have gotten better by now. If you have Googled "How late can I get postpartum depression?" know you are not alone and there is no timeline for when you deserve specialized care.
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Disclaimer
The information contained on this website is general in nature and is not intended to treat, diagnose, or give medical advice. Having the facts and knowledge of evidence based treatment approaches is a great way to get started, however, the information provided is not intended to replace an individual assessment. Cailen Gerner, LCSW, PPSC, PMH-C shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damages which may arise out of or result from the information on this website and related content.