Therapy Services for Women

Fertility Journey + Pregnancy + Postpartum + Early Motherhood

Maternal Mental Health Therapy in Seattle, Bainbridge Island, and Throughout Washington State

Clinical therapy, support groups, and workshops

Please inquire below if you’re looking for support, and we can set up a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

  • You are looking to establish a therapeutic relationship with a clinical therapist who specializes in perinatal mental health, anxiety support & women’s healthcare.

    I care for women who are experiencing stress, anxiety, and navigating wounds that resurface during the process of becoming a parent, during pregnancy, and during the early years of motherhood.

    Having a kind and collaborative voice to listen + help you make changes that protect your wellbeing can make all the difference. And I’m here to provide that support.

Women who get support tend to feel better quickly, and that includes you.

  • Therapy for women who have experienced anxiety throughout their lifetime, for just a bit, or while undergoing fertility treatment, experiencing pregnancy, postpartum, and at any point during motherhood. As a postpartum anxiety survivor and someone who has lived with anxiety for my entire lifetime, I understand how challenging it can be + how motherhood changes and challenges anxiety in new ways. I'm here to help.

  • Postpartum depression (PPD) is more than the baby blues, and it’s different than feeling sad or overwhelmed. Many women who experience PPD descibe feeling exhausted, irritable, insecure, and even hopeless. I understand the way these feelings can cause you to feel like you aren’t doing your best as a parent. I want you to know tha you’re not alone and this isn’t your fault. I’m here to support you without judgment. With support, I believe you can feel better.

  • Therapy for women and partners who are experiencing infertility, making decisions about pregnancy, going through the process of family planning, and/or seeking support after receiving an infertility diagnosis. I work with families who exploring gestational surrogacy, adoption, foster care, and considering stopping fertility treatment.

  • Therapy for women and/or partners who have experienced miscarriage or pregnancy loss, including stillbirth and loss by abortion. I experienced multiple pregnancy losses during fertility journey, and I won't talk about the details unless you're interested. It's important that you know that I get it.

  • Therapy for women who are navigating the unique challenges that come alongside starting and loving your family, including relationship struggles, trouble connecting to your child or partner, finding balance between work/home/personal life, and general mental health challenges that come along during motherhood and cause distress. Every woman's needs are unique, and no issue is too big or too small for therapy.

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I provide therapy for women navigating the trying-to-conceive, pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood phases, understanding how these life transitions uniquely shape their mental health and the approaches they need to feel balanced again.

Therapy for Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression (PPD) is more than the baby blues, and it’s different than feeling sad or overwhelmed. Many women who experience PPD descibe feeling exhausted, irritable, insecure, and even hopeless. I understand the way these feelings can cause you to feel like you aren’t doing your best as a parent. I want you to know that you’re not alone and this isn’t your fault.

Therapy for Postpartum Anxiety

Anxiety is the #1 reason moms seek therapy. Postpartum Anxiety impacts 1 in 5 moms during the first year of their child’s life, and maternal anxiety impacts women during every stage and phase of parenthood. I teach coping skills and self-compasion using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and active problem solving techniques.

Therapy for Infertility + Pregnancy Loss

Going through fertility treatment, coming to terms with secondary infertility, and/or facing recurrent pregnancy loss can isolating and invisible. I’ve been in your shoes, so I know that it’s incredibly difficult. I provide a safe space to explore your feelings, support your problem solving, and help you navigate the grief that comes with these impactful life events.

Postpartum Support Groups

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Fertility, Pregnancy, Postpartum, 
and the Early Years

Therapy isn’t often designed with women’s needs in mind… and we’re here to change that.

Hi, I’m Dr. Julie.

Your clinical social work Therapist in seattle and on bainbridge island, washington.

I’m a licensed clinical social work therapist (LICSW) who specializes in perinatal mental health, women’s healthcare, and anxiety treatment. I offer therapy to women who are trying to conceive, are pregnant, postpartum, and in the early years of motherhood.

Sessions are available online for women who reside in Washington State + I hold groups and workshops in Kitsap County, Washington.

Women who get support tend to feel better quickly. And you deserve that support.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Everything about Dr. Julie’s practice is designed with women’s needs in mind.

    (A) We offer virtual therapy that you can attend from a convent location such as home, work, or someplace nearby. This helps to make regular attendance easier and is one less in-person medical appointment for you as you keep up with the many medical appointments you face during fertility treatment, pregnancy, in postpartum, and in early motherhood.

    (B) We allow and encourage your infants, toddlers, and young children to be present during your sessions. You are always welcome to breastfeed, hold your child, etc. We can help you find ways to entertain ou child so you can talk with us. We know that this helps you attend without needing to arrange childcare.

    (C) We operate on a school year calendar, meaning we reduce our schedule during school breaks. We find that women who are mothers have a difficult time attending therapy during school breaks because schedules and calendars are different. We make things easier by taking a break, too (And know that you will have a support plan in place during breaks so you know what to if you need help; we don’t leave you hanging!)

  • You do not need a referral from a medical provider. You can reach out to me directly to request to get started.

  • I am an independently licensed clinical social worker in the state of Washington (LICSW).

    Completed Education:

    Emory University, BA (2009)

    Vanderbilt University, MTS (2011)

    University of Tennessee, Masters in Social Work (2013)

    University of Tennessee, Doctorate in Clinical Leadership and Social Work Practice (2019)

    Specialized Training:

    Maternal Mental Health Professional Maternal Mental Health Certificate Training via Postpartum Support International + Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health

    Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy via Postpartum Support International

    Motivational Interviewing

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

  • My standard rate is $185 per 55-minute clinical session.

    I offer a discounted rate to military families and a sliding scale on a case-by-case basis.

    Payment can be made by credit card or HSA Card.

  • I am an Out of Network Provider with most insurance compani.

    I partner with a company called Mentaya to help you access and utilize your out-of-network insurance benefits. You can check your benefits here, or I can help you with this.

    I can also provide you with a monthly super bill that you can submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. It is your responsibility to contact your insurance plan administrator to determine your eligibility for out-of-network benefits.

  • Contact me today and we'll schedule your free intro call. It's that easy!