Modern Therapy For Pregnancy, Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Anxiety in the West Valley, Los Angeles.
Therapy for Overwhelmed Moms in the West Valley Who Are Carrying Too Much Alone
If you’re a mom in the West Valley—whether you’re in Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Encino, Calabasas, or Westlake Village—you’re likely holding an invisible amount of responsibility.
You’re managing your kids’ needs, your relationship, your work, your household, and the constant mental load that never fully turns off. On the outside, things may look “together.” On the inside, you might feel emotionally exhausted, irritable, anxious, or quietly disconnected from yourself.
Many of the moms I work with tell me:
“I don’t look like I’m struggling… but I feel like I’m barely holding it together.”
If that resonates, you’re not alone—and you’re not doing motherhood wrong.
High-Functioning Doesn’t Mean You’re Okay
The West Valley is full of capable, driven women who are used to pushing through. Motherhood often intensifies that pattern rather than softening it.
You might be experiencing:
Constant mental load and decision fatigue
Guilt for wanting space or time to yourself
Anxiety that never fully quiets down
Resentment toward your partner that you don’t feel proud of
Pressure or judgment from parents or in-laws about how you’re parenting
A sense that you’ve lost touch with who you are outside of being a mom
These struggles are common—and they’re also exhausting to carry alone.
When Overwhelm Is Really Postpartum Anxiety or Postpartum Depression
Many moms assume postpartum anxiety or postpartum depression only applies to the first few weeks after birth.
In reality, postpartum anxiety often shows up as constant worry, racing thoughts, irritability, or feeling like you can never fully relax.
Postpartum depression may look like numbness, emotional withdrawal, hopelessness, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your life.
And for high-functioning moms, postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression are often hidden behind competence.
You can still be parenting, working, and showing up—while quietly struggling underneath it all.
Therapy gives you space to slow down and understand what’s actually happening, rather than just pushing through another day.
You Don’t Have to Be “At Rock Bottom” to Start Therapy
Many moms delay therapy because they think:
“Other people have it worse.”
“I should be grateful.”
“This is just what motherhood is like.”
But therapy isn’t about proving your pain is bad enough.
It’s about recognizing that you deserve support before you’re completely depleted.
Whether you’re navigating postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, chronic overwhelm, mom rage, or identity loss, therapy can help you:
Feel calmer and less emotionally reactive
Set boundaries without drowning in guilt
Reduce anxiety and mental overload
Reconnect with yourself as a person—not just a mom
Feel more grounded and supported in everyday life
A Judgment-Free Space for West Valley Moms
Many moms hesitate to reach out because they’re afraid of being judged—by a therapist, by family, or even by themselves.
This is not a space where you’re told to:
“Practice more gratitude”
“Just think positive”
“Lower your expectations”
It is a space where you can be honest about the parts of motherhood that feel heavy, frustrating, or isolating—without being shamed for it.
You don’t have to perform here.
What Therapy Looks Like in My Practice
My work with West Valley moms is warm, collaborative, and grounded in real life.
We focus on:
Reducing anxiety and emotional overwhelm
Supporting moms dealing with postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression
Untangling guilt and unrealistic expectations
Creating emotional space so you’re not living in survival mode
Helping you feel more like yourself again
All sessions are virtual, so you can attend therapy from anywhere in the West Valley without adding more logistics to your already full life.
A Little About Me
I’m Alexa, a licensed therapist, mom of two and founder of Therapy For California Moms. I specialize in working with millennial moms navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood.
I understand how invisible the mental load can feel—and how hard it is to prioritize yourself when everyone else needs you. My practice is intentionally small and high-touch, so you receive thoughtful, personalized care in a calm, judgment-free space.
FAQ: Therapy for Moms in the West Valley
Do you treat postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression?
Yes. I specialize in supporting moms experiencing postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression, as well as emotional burnout and overwhelm in motherhood.
I’m not newly postpartum—can therapy still help?
Absolutely. Postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression can appear months or even years after giving birth. Therapy is helpful at any stage of motherhood.
Are sessions virtual?
Yes. All sessions are virtual and available to moms throughout the West Valley and across California.
How do I get started?
You can begin by booking your first session through my website. From there, we’ll move at a pace that feels supportive and sustainable.
You Don’t Have to Keep Doing This Alone
Motherhood in the West Valley can be full, busy, and demanding—and you deserve support too.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained, therapy can help you feel steadier, more grounded, and more like yourself again.
Book your first session and take the next step toward support that’s centered on you.
