Postpartum Therapy in Menlo Park, CA | Support for Moms Facing Postpartum Depression and Anxiety

Postpartum Therapy in Menlo Park, CA: Support for Moms Facing Postpartum Depression and Anxiety

You don’t have to pretend you’re fine.

Becoming a mom changes everything — your body, your marriage, your friendships, your sense of self. And while everyone congratulates you on the baby, few check in (or actually want to know) how you’re really doing.

If you live in Menlo Park or the greater SF Bay Area, you’re surrounded by families who look like they have it all together — yet behind closed doors, many moms are quietly struggling. Between sleepless nights, pressure to “bounce back,” and the constant mental load of managing it all, it’s no wonder so many women experience postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety in those early months and beyond.

Signs you might be dealing with postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety

You don’t have to have it “that bad” for your feelings to matter. Postpartum mental health struggles can look different for everyone.

You might notice:

• Feeling irritable, hopeless, or numb — even when things look “good” on paper

• Worrying constantly about your baby’s safety or health

• Snapping at your partner or crying without knowing why

• Struggling to sleep, even when the baby finally does

• Feeling detached from your baby, partner, or your old self

• A sense that you’re just surviving each day instead of living it

If this sounds familiar, it doesn’t mean you’re failing as a mom — it means you need support.

Hi, I’m Alexa. I help moms in Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and across California find their way back to themselves.

I’m a licensed therapist, founder of Therapy For California Moms who specializes in working with moms during pregnancy, postpartum, and all stages of motherhood.

As a mom of two myself, I understand how invisible the struggle can feel — especially when you’re the one holding it all together. My approach is warm, real, and completely judgment-free. Together, we’ll make space for you again — so you can show up for your family without feeling like you’re falling apart inside.

I provide virtual therapy for moms throughout California, including Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Los Altos, and neighboring Bay Area communities.

How therapy helps moms facing postpartum depression and anxiety

Therapy isn’t about fixing you — it’s about helping you feel like yourself again.

In our sessions, we’ll work to:
✨ Understand what’s really driving your exhaustion, irritability, or sadness
✨ Reduce the pressure to “do it all” and start setting boundaries that protect your energy
✨ Learn tools to calm your nervous system and manage anxious thoughts
✨ Strengthen your relationship with your partner and yourself
✨ Reconnect with the parts of you that existed before motherhood

You don’t have to keep white-knuckling your way through the day. Support is available — and it really can get better.

Why Menlo Park moms need (and deserve) this kind of care

The Menlo Park lifestyle can look picture-perfect — tree-lined streets, parks filled with strollers, parents juggling demanding careers. But many of the moms I work with here feel quietly overwhelmed by the pressure to do it all perfectly.

You may have a great job, a supportive partner, and healthy kids — yet still feel lonely, anxious, or unsure who you are anymore. You’re not alone. Therapy offers a space where you don’t have to minimize your feelings or perform. You get to be honest about how hard this season really is.

What therapy looks like

All sessions are held virtually, so you can join from your home in Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Los Gatos, Orinda, Los Altos, or anywhere in California — without having to arrange childcare or fight traffic.

Sessions are 50 minutes long and focused on what’s most needed that week. Many moms notice a shift within the first few sessions: feeling more grounded, more understood, and more capable of handling daily stress.

FAQs about postpartum therapy in Menlo Park, CA

How do I know if it’s postpartum depression or just “normal” motherhood stress?
It’s normal to feel tired or overwhelmed after having a baby. But if your mood, anxiety, or sleep are consistently impacting your ability to function or enjoy your life, therapy can help — whether or not you meet a clinical diagnosis.

Is virtual therapy really effective?
Absolutely. Many moms actually open up more easily from home. It also removes the stress of commuting or finding childcare — and research consistently shows that online therapy is just as effective as in-person care.

Do you take insurance?
I’m an out-of-network provider, which means I don’t work directly with insurance. Many of my clients use their out-of-network benefits for partial reimbursement. I’m happy to provide a superbill so you can submit for coverage.

What if I’m not sure therapy will help?
You don’t have to be sure — you just have to be willing to try. Many moms say the hardest part was reaching out. Once you start, you realize you were never meant to do this alone.

You deserve support, too.

You’ve been holding everything together for everyone else. Now it’s time for someone to hold space for you.

If you’re in Menlo Park or anywhere in California and ready to start feeling like yourself again, I’d love to help.

💛 Book Your $99 Intro Session + Start Feeling Better