Perinatal and Women’s Health

Trauma-informed therapy for pregnancy, postpartum, reproductive health challenges, and women’s mental health concerns.

Understanding Perinatal Mental Health

Support Through Every Stage

Pregnancy, postpartum, fertility challenges, and reproductive health transitions bring unique emotional and psychological challenges that are often minimized or overlooked. At Summit Psychotherapy Center, we provide specialized, trauma-informed therapy for women navigating perinatal mental health concerns and women’s health issues. Our doctoral-level clinicians understand the complex interplay of hormones, identity shifts, relationship changes, trauma history, and societal expectations that can make this time overwhelming. Whether you’re struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety during pregnancy, processing pregnancy loss, or navigating the emotional impact of fertility challenges, we’re here to support you with compassion, expertise, and evidence-based care.

Conditions We Treat

Perinatal and Women’s Health Concerns

Perinatal Mental Health

Prenatal anxiety and depression

Postpartum depression and anxiety

Postpartum PTSD (birth trauma)

Perinatal OCD (intrusive thoughts)

Adjustment to pregnancy and motherhood

Identity shifts and role transitions

Reproductive health and trauma

Pregnancy loss and miscarriage grief

Infertility and fertility treatment stress

Termination for medical reasons (TFMR)

Stillbirth and infant loss

Previous traumatic birth experiences

Medical trauma related to reproductive health

Women's Health Challenges

Chronic illness and pain

PMDD and severe PMS

Menopause and perimenopause transitions

Sexual health and intimacy issues

Trauma related to gynecological experiences

Signs You May Benefit from Support

When to Seek Help

Perinatal and women’s health challenges can manifest in many ways. You may benefit from therapy if you’re experiencing:
Persistent sadness, anxiety, or mood changes
Difficulty bonding with your baby
Intrusive, frightening thoughts about harm
Overwhelming guilt or feelings of inadequacy
Withdrawal from relationships or activities
Changes in sleep or appetite beyond normal postpartum adjustment
Panic attacks or constant worry
Flashbacks or avoidance related to birth trauma
Grief that feels unmanageable
Feeling isolated or misunderstood
Relationship strain due to pregnancy or parenting stress
Difficulty adjusting to new roles or identity changes
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Specialized
Treatment Approaches

Specialized
Evidence-Based, Trauma-Informed Care

Our approach integrates evidence-based treatments tailored to perinatal and women’s health needs:

Trauma-Focused Therapy

Processing birth trauma, medical trauma, and pregnancy loss

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Addressing anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Values-based work through difficult emotions and role transition

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Emotion regulation skills for perinatal mood challenges

Grief and Loss Support

Compassionate processing of pregnancy loss and infant death

Interpersonal Therapy

Navigating relationship changes and support systems

Psychoeducation

Understanding perinatal mental health and normalizing experiences

Partner/Family Support

Including partners in understanding and supporting recovery

What to Expect in Treatment

Your Healing Journey

Safe, Validating Environment

We create a non-judgmental space where your experiences are validated and understood. Many women feel shame or guilt about perinatal mental health struggles – we know these feelings are symptoms, not failures.

Comprehensive Assessment

We explore your symptoms, history, current stressors, support system, and treatment goals. For postpartum concerns, we also consider medical factors and can coordinate with your healthcare providers.

Tailored Treatment

Whether you need trauma processing, skills for managing anxiety, grief support, or help navigating identity transitions, we tailor treatment to your specific needs and circumstances.

Healing and Growth

Our goal is not just symptom reduction but helping you move toward the parenthood, relationship, or life experience you want. Recovery is possible, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
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Why Choose Summit?

Specialized Expertise in Women’s Mental Health

Our team includes clinicians with specialized training in perinatal mental health, reproductive trauma, and women’s health issues. Dr. Katherine Robertson, Dr. Kayleigh Watters, and Dr. Emily Livermore bring extensive experience treating perinatal and reproductive mental health concerns, and our entire team brings trauma-informed, compassionate care to these unique challenges. We understand that seeking help during pregnancy or postpartum can feel especially difficult—we make it as accessible as possible through telehealth services. Our boutique practice ensures personalized care that honors your unique experiences, cultural background, and values.

You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone

Perinatal and women’s health challenges are real, treatable, and not your fault. Our compassionate team is here to support you through this difficult time and help you move toward healing.
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