Therapy For Pregnancy, Postpartum Depression, and Postpartum Anxiety For Women in La Jolla, CA
Specialized Therapy and Support for Pregnancy and Postpartum Women
Pregnancy and early motherhood can look beautiful on the outside — especially in a place like La Jolla — while feeling quietly overwhelming on the inside.
If you’re struggling with postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, or the emotional weight of becoming a mother, you’re not broken — and you’re not alone. Many high-functioning, capable women find themselves surprised by how intense this season feels, even when everything “looks fine” from the outside.
I provide specialized therapy for pregnancy, postpartum depression, and postpartum anxiety for women in La Jolla and throughout California, with a focus on helping moms feel like themselves again — not just survive motherhood.
When motherhood feels heavier than you expected
Postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety don’t always look like constant sadness or panic. For many women, it shows up more quietly:
Feeling emotionally flat, disconnected, or numb
Constant worry about your baby, your relationship, or whether you’re doing things “right”
Irritability, resentment, or guilt you don’t recognize in yourself
Feeling judged or pressured by parents, in-laws, or even well-meaning friends
A sense that you should be grateful — but don’t feel okay
In a community like La Jolla, where expectations can feel especially high, many women hesitate to talk openly about these struggles. Instead, they push through — until exhaustion, anxiety, or low mood become impossible to ignore.
That’s often when therapy becomes not just helpful, but necessary.
Therapy for postpartum depression in La Jolla
Postpartum depression can affect women during pregnancy, after birth, or months into motherhood. It doesn’t always improve on its own — and it doesn’t mean you’re failing.
In therapy, we work together to:
Understand what’s contributing to your depression
Untangle guilt, shame, and unrealistic expectations
Reconnect you to your identity beyond motherhood
Create emotional space to breathe again
Postpartum depression is treatable. With the right support, it is absolutely possible to feel steady, present, and like yourself again.
Therapy for postpartum anxiety in La Jolla
Postpartum anxiety often flies under the radar because it can look like “being a good mom.”
You might notice:
Constant mental scanning and worst-case thinking
Trouble relaxing, even when your baby is sleeping
Feeling on edge, tense, or easily overwhelmed
Difficulty trusting yourself or your decisions
Postpartum anxiety doesn’t mean something bad will happen — it means your nervous system is overloaded.
Therapy helps you slow the mental spiral, regulate anxiety, and regain a sense of internal safety — without minimizing what you’re going through.
A therapy approach designed for modern motherhood
My work is grounded in the reality of modern motherhood — not ideals or clichés.
I specialize in working with women who are:
High-achieving, capable, and used to holding it together
Struggling privately while appearing “fine” publicly
Navigating pressure from family, culture, or expectations
Wanting support that feels thoughtful, direct, and emotionally safe
Therapy with me is not about fixing you. It’s about supporting you through a season that genuinely demands more than most women are prepared for.
Sessions are warm, structured, and deeply respectful of your time, energy, and emotional capacity.
Virtual therapy for La Jolla moms
While I’m based in California, I work virtually with women throughout La Jolla and surrounding areas, including Del Mar, Encinitas, and coastal San Diego.
Virtual therapy allows you to:
Attend sessions without childcare logistics
Stay consistent even during unpredictable weeks
Receive specialized postpartum support from home
This flexibility is especially valuable during pregnancy and early postpartum, when leaving the house can feel like a monumental task.
About me
I’m Alexa, a San Diego based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Mom of two, and founder of Therapy For California Moms. I specialize in supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and the emotional identity shifts of motherhood.
I work with women who are thoughtful, self-aware, and deeply invested in doing right by their families — but who also need a space that is just for them.
My approach is calm, honest, and grounded. You don’t have to perform, explain, or minimize your experience here.
Is this the right time to start therapy?
You don’t have to be at a breaking point to begin therapy.
Many women reach out when they notice:
They’re not enjoying motherhood the way they expected
Anxiety or low mood is lingering instead of lifting
They feel emotionally distant from themselves or their partner
They’re tired of pushing through alone
If that resonates, therapy can help — now, not “someday.”
Book your first session
If you’re looking for specialized therapy for postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety in La Jolla, I invite you to book your first session.
Support doesn’t have to wait until things get worse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work with both pregnancy and postpartum clients?
Yes. I work with women during pregnancy and throughout the postpartum period. Postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety can begin during pregnancy, after birth, or months later.
Is postpartum depression different from postpartum anxiety?
They are different experiences, though they often overlap. Postpartum depression typically involves low mood, numbness, or hopelessness, while postpartum anxiety centers around excessive worry, fear, and nervous system overload. Therapy can help with both.
Do you offer in-person sessions in La Jolla?
I currently offer virtual therapy only throughout California. This allows for greater flexibility and consistency, especially for moms.
How long does therapy usually last?
That depends on your goals and what you’re navigating. Some women come for shorter-term support during a specific season, while others stay longer to work through deeper patterns related to identity, relationships, or anxiety.
How do I get started?
You can book your first session by clicking here. If it feels aligned, that’s the next step.
