Modern Therapy + Support For Moms + Women in Burlingame, CA
Therapy for Moms in Burlingame, CA: Why Strong, Successful Moms Still Struggle in Motherhood (and How Therapy Helps You Feel Like Yourself Again)
Motherhood was supposed to be the most fulfilling chapter of your life. And in many ways, it is. But no one warned you that the strength and success you’ve always leaned on in your career, relationships, and life might not be enough to carry you through the exhaustion, overwhelm, and invisible mental load of being “mom.”
If you’re a mom in Burlingame, Hillsborough, or San Mateo, you probably know what it’s like to juggle a busy lifestyle, family responsibilities, and the constant pressure to “hold it all together.” From the outside, you may look like you’re thriving — but inside, you feel like you’re unraveling.
The Hidden Struggles of Motherhood in Burlingame
Burlingame is an incredible place to raise a family — walkable streets, good schools, a supportive community. But even here, surrounded by privilege and resources, motherhood can feel crushing.
You’re constantly touched out, overstimulated, and resentful that no one else seems to see how much you’re holding.
You miss your old self — the version of you who felt light, spontaneous, and connected (not just with your partner, but with yourself).
Even when you get a break, you can’t relax because your mind is racing with everything left undone.
It’s not that you’re not strong enough. It’s that motherhood isn’t meant to be carried alone.
Why Therapy for Moms Matters
Most of the world tells you to just “push through” — but therapy gives you a different kind of space. One where you can finally:
Put down the endless mental checklist.
Be honest about the anger, resentment, and guilt without judgment.
Explore the postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety symptoms you’ve quietly worried about but never said out loud.
Reconnect with yourself — so you can show up as the mom, partner, and human you want to be.
Therapy is not about “fixing” you. It’s about supporting the version of you who is already trying so hard — and helping you feel less alone in it.
The Ripple Effect of Support
When you take care of yourself, it changes everything:
You have more energy for the people you love.
You stop feeling so resentful because your needs are finally being acknowledged.
Your relationship softens, because you’re not carrying the entire weight alone.
You model for your children what it looks like to honor your mental health.
Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s survival.
Therapy in Burlingame, CA for Pregnancy, Postpartum Depression + Anxiety
I specialize in supporting millennial moms across California — and I work with many clients in Burlingame, San Mateo, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Hillsborough who are balancing big careers, young kids, and the weight of expectations.
Whether you’re navigating pregnancy, postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, or just the daily chaos of motherhood, my approach is raw, real, and supportive. This is a space where you can finally exhale.
A Little About Me
Hi, I’m Alexa — a licensed therapist, a mom of two, and someone who knows firsthand how heavy motherhood can feel. My practice Therapy For California Moms is dedicated to helping moms like you feel more grounded, supported, and like yourself again.
I believe you don’t have to do this alone. And I’d love to support you in finding your way back to you.
Ready to Take the First Step?
You don’t have to wait until things get worse. Therapy can give you the relief, perspective, and support you’ve been craving.
🌿 Book your free consult call today and get the support you need to feel better.
