Modern Therapy For Pregnant and Postpartum Women in San Mateo, CA
Therapy for Pregnant and Postpartum Moms in San Mateo: Support for Anxiety, Overwhelm, and the Mental Load of Motherhood
You’re Doing Everything — and Still Feel Like It’s Never Enough
If you’re a high-achieving mom in San Mateo, you’re probably very good at appearing “fine.”
You manage work.
You manage your household.
You manage everyone else’s needs.
And yet, internally, you might feel anxious, irritable, emotionally flat, or constantly overwhelmed.
Many of the moms I work with say:
“I thought I’d feel more grateful than this.”
“My brain never shuts off.”
“I love my baby, but I don’t feel like myself anymore.”
“I’m snapping at my partner and then hating myself for it.”
These experiences are common — especially during pregnancy and the postpartum period — and they often point to postpartum anxiety or postpartum depression, even when life looks successful from the outside.
When Pregnancy or Postpartum Life Feels Emotionally Heavy
Modern motherhood comes with an invisible workload that most women are never warned about.
The constant decision-making.
The mental load.
The pressure to do everything “right.”
In San Mateo, many moms are balancing demanding careers, long commutes, and high expectations — which can quietly intensify anxiety and emotional burnout.
If you’re experiencing:
Persistent worry or intrusive thoughts
Emotional numbness or frequent crying
Mom rage or irritability
Guilt for not enjoying motherhood “enough”
You’re not failing.
You’re responding to an overwhelming season without enough support.
How Therapy Can Help During Pregnancy and Postpartum
Therapy during pregnancy or postpartum isn’t about being told to “calm down” or “practice gratitude.”
It’s about:
Understanding what’s actually driving your anxiety
Gently untangling perfectionism and self-criticism
Creating emotional safety — not just coping
Rebuilding connection with yourself and your partner
Addressing postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety in a way that feels validating, not clinical or cold
This work helps you feel steadier, more grounded, and more like you again — not just more functional.
The Quiet Stress of Feeling Judged by Family
Many moms in therapy share how painful it feels to be judged or pressured by parents or in-laws.
You might hear:
“This is supposed to be the happiest time of your life.”
“We didn’t need therapy when we had kids.”
“You’re being too sensitive.”
Instead of support, you feel dismissed.
Instead of relief, you feel more alone.
Therapy gives you a space where your experience is taken seriously — and where you can learn to set boundaries that protect your emotional health without constant guilt.
Nice To Meet You! I’m Alexa, Therapist for California Moms
I’m Alexa, a licensed marriage and family therapist and the founder of Therapy for California Moms.
I specialize in working with:
Pregnant women
Postpartum moms
High-functioning women who feel emotionally exhausted behind the scenes
My work is warm, direct, and deeply attuned to the realities of modern motherhood. This is not surface-level advice or quick fixes — it’s thoughtful, meaningful therapy that helps you feel like yourself again.
All sessions are virtual, making therapy accessible for moms throughout San Mateo and the Bay Area.
Is This the Right Fit for You?
Therapy with me may be a good fit if:
You feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally disconnected
You’re navigating postpartum anxiety or postpartum depression
You want high-quality, private-pay care
You value depth, nuance, and emotional safety
Session fee: $275 per 50-minute session
This is a premium service designed for moms who want real, lasting change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work with moms who are “high-functioning” but struggling internally?
Yes. Many of my clients look successful on the outside and feel overwhelmed on the inside.
Can therapy help if my baby is already several months old?
Absolutely. Postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety don’t follow a strict timeline.
Is this only for new moms?
No. I work with women during pregnancy and throughout motherhood, including moms of toddlers and young children.
Do you offer in-person sessions in San Mateo?
All sessions are virtual, allowing flexibility, privacy, and consistency of care.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to ask for support.
If you’re a mom in San Mateo feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally depleted, therapy can help you feel steadier and more connected to yourself again.
👉 Book your first session to see if working together feels like the right next step.
