Postpartum Depression Therapy in NYC & NJ for New and Expecting Mothers
Postpartum Depression Therapy
You don’t have to love every moment—and you don’t have to do it alone.
Motherhood changes everything. Your body. Your mind. Your identity. And sometimes, it brings a heaviness you weren’t prepared for.
At Elevate Psychotherapy & Co., we support mothers who are quietly struggling under the weight of postpartum depression, anxiety, and identity loss. Whether you’re a first-time mom or expanding your family, whether you gave birth recently or months ago—it’s never too late to get support.
You can be grateful for your baby and still feel like you're drowning. That doesn’t make you a bad mom. That makes you human.
What Postpartum Depression Can Look Like:
- Feeling numb, flat, or disconnected from your baby or yourself
- Crying often or feeling emotionally overwhelmed
- Guilt, shame, or intrusive thoughts you’re scared to say out loud
- Struggling to sleep, eat, or care for yourself even when the baby is calm
- Anxiety about leaving the house, being alone, or “doing it wrong”
- Feeling invisible, resentful, or lost in your role
- Wondering if you made a mistake—even if you deeply love your child
you can love your baby and still feel completely undone.
Our Approach
You won’t be told to “just enjoy it.” You’ll be given space to feel it, grieve what’s shifted, and rebuild your sense of self with intention and support.
Using a combination of CBT, mindfulness, maternal mental health expertise, and emotion-focused therapy, we help you:
- Process your birth experience and postpartum identity shifts
- Manage intrusive thoughts and emotional overwhelm
- Rebuild your relationship with your body and inner voice
- Communicate your needs (even when it feels impossible)
- Anchor into routines and rituals that support your mental well-being
- Reconnect with the parts of you that feel buried under the role of “mom”
Who This Is For
Mothers adjusting to identity shifts and mental load
Women feeling emotionally depleted after childbirth
Moms experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety
Mothers who feel unseen in the daily grind and need space to be more than “just okay”
Those quietly saying “I love my baby, but I don’t feel like myself anymore”
Parents grieving birth trauma or NICU experiences
Whether your baby is 6 weeks or 16 months, this space is for you.
Of course! We offer virtual therapy, which many new moms find more convenient and flexible. Babies are always welcome to come to sessions. Let us know your needs—we'll work with you.
Can I bring my baby to sessions?
04
As soon as you're ready! Some clients reach out during pregnancy, others months after birth. There's no deadline on when support is appropriate. You deserve care at every stage.
How soon after giving birth can I start therapy?
03
Yes—and that shame is often the heaviest part. You're not alone, and you're not broken. Many mothers silently carry guilt, grief, and fear. Talking about it doesn’t make it worse—it helps lift the weight.
I feel ashamed even admitting I’m struggling. Is that normal?
02
Postpartum mood changes are common—but if you're feeling persistently low, anxious, or overwhelmed, it's worth exploring. Therapy can help you name what you're feeling and figure out what you need.
Is what I’m feeling normal, or is it postpartum depression?
01
Frequently asked questions
You’re not failing—you’re just carrying more than one person should.
Let’s make space for your experience, too.
Postpartum therapy is about you—not just your role as a mother. Whether you’re navigating shame, numbness, or the quiet grief of identity loss, this is a space to feel without filters. You don’t need to be at your breaking point to deserve support that actually helps.
