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2 Top-Rated Perinatal Therapists In Brooklyn
Liza Mordkovich, LCSW
- Education: Masters degrees in art therapy and counseling, masters in social work with a concentration on mental health
- Services: Individual psychotherapy, biopsychosocial assessments, coaching
- Specializations: Perinatal mental health, anxiety, sleep issues, obsessive compulsive disorder, phobias, panic disorder, personality disorders, couples therapy, depression, trauma/grief and ptsd, ADHD
- Therapeutic Orientation: Cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, exposure and response prevention for OCD, prolonged exposure, cognitive processing therapy
- Years in Practice: 20 years in practice and 12 years in private practice.
- Learn more about Liza Here
Gabrielle Jakob, LMHC
- Education: Masters in mental health counseling
- Services: Psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families and coaching.
- Specializations: Couples therapy, anxiety disorders, perinatal mental health, depression, trauma, ADHD.
- Therapeutic Orientation: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Gottman level 3, solution focused psychotherapy.
- Years in Practice: 15 years in practice
- Learn more about Gabrielle Here
Perinatal Mental Health New York
“The only way out is through.” – Robert Frost”
Pregnancy and post birth is such an exciting, life changing and exhausting time for the whole family! Preparing the mind, body and spirit for a new life, trying to conceive- can be exciting, daunting, anxiety provoking and traumatic! Supporting mothers, persons and families is critical during these changes.
You are note alone. We are here to help.
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Perinatal loss is an insurmountable grief requiring delicate care and treatment specific for perinatal period. Regular grief and trauma treatment will fail if not taking under consideration the valuable perinatal space and time period. We provide grief treatment for all birth persons and family.
We also support you in difficult decisions within your pregnancy including whether to continue with pregnancy.
Perinatal anxiety and Perinatal OCD consists of intrusive and scary thoughts following an overwhelming anxiety. We can help you overcome the scary thoughts and come to a sense of peace.
We support all birth persons regardless of gender identity and sexuality. Your needs are seen.
We are here to support during these transitions and adjustments!
In our work, you will learn valuable mindfulness, distress tolerance, and meditation tools which can assist during pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, child birth and beyond.
Perinatal Depression Day Program Groups: Finding Support and Healing
If you are a new or expectant mother struggling with perinatal depression in New York? You’re not alone. At our behavioral health center, we understand the unique mental health challenges that women face during this time.
That’s why we offer a comprehensive Perinatal Depression Day Program Group to support and guide you on your journey to healing. Our program is led by a team of professional and compassionate health care providers, including licensed clinical therapists and psychologists. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care to our patients and offer a safe and supportive environment where you can work through your challenges.
Our program offers a fullsize view of health matters and addresses perinatal depression with the latest clinical trials and evidence-based practices. Our program is designed to meet your individual needs, whether you prefer individual therapy, group therapy, or couples therapy. Our therapists are experts in treating postpartum depression and can help you navigate the challenges of life transitions.
They are fully licensed and authorized to practice in New York, ensuring you receive the highest quality of care. At our medical center, we believe that every woman deserves personalized care. That’s why we offer a variety of therapy options to help you overcome any obstacles that may
Supporting a Partner or Loved One with Perinatal Mental Illness
Supporting a Partner or Loved One with Perinatal Mental Illness can be a challenging task. Maternal mental health is a critical aspect of overall well-being and should not be overlooked during the perinatal period. If you or a loved one is struggling with perinatal mental illness, it is important to seek help from a medical group or professional who specializes in this area. Urgent care may be necessary in severe cases, and a postpartum center can provide ongoing support and resources. It is important to remember that seeking help is a strength, not a weakness, and that recovery is possible with the right support. By working closely with healthcare professionals and advocating for their loved one’s care, partners and family members can play a crucial role in the journey towards recovery.
Facts about perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD):
- Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders is an umbrella term used to describe mood disorders during pregnancy or postpartum period.
- 15- 20% of women experience some degree of PMAD.
- Symptoms can include anxiety, depression/sadness, feeling numb, anger/rage, lack of interest in things once found enjoyable, changes in eating or sleeping, feelings of guilt, feelings of hopelessness, trouble concentrating, panic attacks, intrusive “scary” thoughts, worry, fears of going crazy, fears for babies health, or thoughts of hurting self or baby.
- PMAD affects women of every culture, age, income level and race.
- Symptoms can develop any time before and after 12 months for up to 3 years postpartum.
- Symptoms often will not improve on their own or with time: therapeutic intervention are key to feeling better.
- Symptoms of depression and anxiety can hinder attachment, affect relationships with partner and others, and greatly decreases sense of wellbeing
Therapy WORKS! You are not alone. Therapy can help.
If you don’t feel like yourself during pregnancy and postpartum period, therapy can help!
Services include:
- Treatment and assessment for PMAD, stress and birth trauma.
- “We acquire the strength we have overcome.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson”
- CBT and mindfulness skills for pain management.
- Breastfeeding/chest feeding resources and referrals.
- Behavioral interventions and support for sleep solutions.
- Family and couples counseling. Helping families adjust to life with a new baby and beyond.
- Parenting coaching with a nod towards respectful, gentle, and mindful strategies and interventions.
- Cesarean support.
- Abortion support.
- Fertility and trying to conceive Support.
- Mindfulness and hypnotherapy during pregnancy.
- We can work together to help cultivate infant-parent attachment, maximize sleep, and adjust to fourth trimester.
Please contact us directly to inquire about services. (To contact us page)
