Therapy For Pregnancy, Postpartum Depression and Anxiety For Women in Los Gatos, CA
🌿 Finding Yourself Again: Therapy for Moms in Los Gatos Navigating Mom Rage, Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Anxiety
Motherhood changes everything — your routines, your priorities, and the way you see yourself. And while everyone talks about the joy of having a new baby, few people prepare you for the emotional weight that can follow.
If you’re a mom in Los Gatos waking up with a tight chest, crying for no clear reason, or feeling like you’re just going through the motions — you’re not alone.
When motherhood feels heavier than you expected
You love your baby. You’re grateful. But under that gratitude, there’s a quiet voice asking, Why don’t I feel like myself anymore?
You might notice:
Your mind racing with anxious thoughts that won’t stop, especially at night
Irritability or resentment toward your partner, family, or even yourself
Feeling detached, numb, or “off” no matter how much rest you get
Guilt for not enjoying this season the way everyone says you should
These are common signs of postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety — and they’re not a reflection of your strength or your love for your baby. They’re signals that you need support, not shame.
You don’t have to hold it all together anymore
Modern motherhood in places like Los Gatos, Campbell, and Saratoga often comes with impossible expectations. You’re expected to excel in your career, maintain your home, nurture your marriage, and somehow stay calm through it all.
But no one can pour from an empty cup — especially when sleep-deprivation, hormonal shifts, and invisible mental load all collide.
Therapy offers you a safe place to slow down, unpack what’s really going on, and rebuild your sense of self with compassion. Together, we’ll focus on helping you:
✨ Ease intrusive thoughts and regulate anxiety
✨ Find ways to rest without guilt
✨ Reconnect with your partner and your identity outside of motherhood
✨ Replace self-criticism with understanding and care
Hi, I’m Alexa 🌿
I’m a licensed therapist and a mom of two. I specialize in helping women across the SF Bay Area and California move through the messy, complicated parts of motherhood — not just the highlight reel. Through warm, evidence-based therapy, I help moms rediscover who they are beneath the overwhelm.
I offer virtual therapy for moms in Los Gatos and throughout California, so you can join sessions from the comfort of your own home — no packing diaper bags or rushing through traffic.
How therapy can help you feel like yourself again
Many of the moms I work with start therapy saying, “I don’t even know where to start.”
That’s okay. You don’t need to have the right words or the perfect plan — just the willingness to show up for yourself.
In our sessions, we’ll explore:
How the pressure to do it all impacts your mood and nervous system
How postpartum anxiety keeps you stuck in “what if” mode
What boundaries, rest, and realistic expectations could look like for your family
How to communicate your needs to your partner without guilt or resentment
You’ll leave each session with more clarity and practical tools to help you handle the hard moments with gentleness — not perfectionism.
The truth about postpartum depression and anxiety
Postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety can show up anytime in the first year after birth — or even later. You might look like you’re functioning on the outside, but inside you feel like you’re constantly spinning.
And because Los Gatos is filled with high-achieving, career-driven moms, it’s easy to hide behind busyness instead of slowing down to get help.
But here’s what I want you to know:
You don’t have to wait until you’re completely burnt out to feel better. Getting support now can help you reclaim your energy, your joy, and your connection — both to your family and to yourself.
What therapy looks like
Sessions are held virtually, giving you privacy and flexibility. You can join from your living room, car, or even while the baby naps.
Our work together is collaborative — not prescriptive. I’ll help you make sense of what’s happening emotionally, reconnect with your body, and develop realistic self-care practices that fit your actual life.
Most moms notice a shift within the first few sessions — a small but powerful exhale that says, “Okay, I’m not crazy. I’m just exhausted, and this is really hard.”
🌼 Ready to take the next step?
You deserve to feel calm, supported, and like yourself again.
Therapy can help you find your footing, ease the anxiety, and bring back the version of you who feels grounded and capable.
💛 Book your first 30 minute intro session and start feeling better.
(Serving moms in Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and across California.)
💬 FAQs
How do I know if it’s postpartum depression or just “normal” new mom exhaustion?
If you’ve been feeling consistently sad, anxious, or detached for more than two weeks, or if everyday tasks feel impossible, therapy can help you figure out what’s going on and create a plan to feel better.
Do you take insurance?
I’m an out-of-network therapist, which means I don’t bill insurance directly. Many clients use HSA or FSA funds, or submit superbills for partial reimbursement.
How long will therapy take?
Every mom’s journey is different. Many of my clients begin to feel relief within a few weeks as we build insight and tools together.
Can therapy really help with postpartum anxiety?
Yes. Through evidence-based techniques and nervous system regulation strategies, therapy can significantly reduce intrusive thoughts, panic, and overwhelm — helping you enjoy motherhood again.
