Hey! I’m Alexa.
I’m A Pregnancy Therapist in California
Here To Support You During These Long 40 Weeks (That Feel Like Years)
Hating Being Pregnant Does NOT Mean You Aren’t Grateful To Be Pregnant
Why Finding a Therapist for Pregnancy Can Be the Best Gift You Give Yourself (and Your Baby)
Let’s be honest: pregnancy isn’t always glowing skin, dreamy nursery Pinterest boards, and cute bump selfies. Sometimes it’s anxiety that won’t shut off, tears that come out of nowhere, and a deep fear that you’re already failing before the baby even arrives. It can feel even more confusing to hate being pregnant when you have wanted it for so long. But I’m here to remind you its okay to struggle in pregnancy while also feeling grateful and excited to be pregnant.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, exhausted during pregnancy and then feeling guilt and shame for feeling that way, you’re not alone. You don’t have to keep pushing through it on your own.
Working with a pregnancy therapist can make a huge difference in how supported and grounded you feel through this massive life shift. In Therapy we work through struggling with your changing body, managing physical symptoms including nausea, chronic exhaustion and mood swings and the emotional impact of pregnancy. We will also focus on navigating the intense relationship shifts with your partner (who probably feels like a glorified roommate.)
Sometimes, Pregnancy Sucks.
The emotional and mental changes that come with pregnancy are just as real as the physical ones. Hormones, body image shifts, sleep issues, relationship changes, anxiety about the future... it’s a lot. And it doesn’t always feel magical. In fact, it can feel really isolating when no one around you seems to get how hard this is.
That’s where therapy comes in.
A therapist for pregnancy is trained to help you navigate the emotional rollercoaster of expecting a baby. Whether you’re struggling with prenatal anxiety, depression, or you just need a safe space to vent and figure things out—therapy gives you permission to prioritize yourself.
And yes, that matters. A lot.
You Deserve Support—Not Just a Birth Plan
So much of pregnancy is focused on the baby: the ultrasounds, the milestones, the registry. But who’s checking in on you? Who’s helping you process the identity shift, the pressure, the fear, the expectations?
As a pregnancy therapist, I work with moms-to-be who feel like they’re drowning in thoughts like:
“Why am I not more excited?”
“What if I’m not cut out for this?”
“How will I balance everything?”
“I feel so alone, even when I’m surrounded by people.”
If any of that resonates, therapy can help you feel seen again. Not just as a mom-to-be—but as a full human navigating a complex, emotional, and deeply personal journey.
Therapy During Pregnancy Isn’t a Luxury—It’s a Lifeline
Taking care of your mental health during pregnancy isn’t selfish—it’s smart. It’s proactive. It’s giving your future self (and your future baby) a version of you who feels a little more grounded and a lot more supported.
You don’t need to wait until things fall apart to ask for help. You’re allowed to get support now—even if things look “fine” from the outside.
So if you're Googling “pregnancy therapist” or wondering if seeing a therapist for pregnancy is worth it, consider this your sign. You deserve a space to process, unload, and reconnect with yourself during this huge transition.
Pregnancy is supposed to be beautiful, right?
Glowing skin, baby kicks, nesting vibes. But if you're here, chances are your experience feels nothing like the highlight reels on Instagram. Maybe you're constantly overwhelmed, crying at random, filled with anxious thoughts, or just totally disconnected from yourself. If you're nodding along, you're not alone—and you're definitely not doing anything wrong.
This is perinatal anxiety and prenatal depression, and it affects so many more women than people talk about. But you don’t have to white-knuckle your way through it.
I offer virtual therapy for depression and anxiety during pregnancy—because your mental health matters just as much as your baby's development. Our sessions give you a space to show up as you are: exhausted, unsure, anxious, numb, or all of the above. We help you make sense of what you’re feeling, understand how your changing hormones and identity are affecting your mood, and start feeling like you again.
What We Work On in Pregnancy Therapy:
Managing anxiety during pregnancy (especially when your brain won’t stop spinning)
Coping with prenatal depression and that heavy, low-energy fog
Releasing the pressure to feel “grateful” all the time
Processing and accepting your changing body, weight gain, and physical discomfort
Coping with nausea, constant exhaustion, and mood swings
Managing changing relationship dynamics with your partner and the massive shift in your relationship
Navigating fear around childbirth, motherhood, and identity loss
Learning how to advocate for your emotional needs (especially during pregnancy)
Processing grief, past trauma, or the loss of a parent or family member while pregnant
I specialize in supporting millennial moms in California through the mental load of pregnancy—especially the ones who are high-functioning on the outside but falling apart behind the scenes.
Whether you’re a first-time mom or doing this all over again, virtual therapy makes it easy to get the help you need from your couch, your car, or even while hiding in the bathroom (I get it!)
You Deserve Support—Not Just Survival
You don’t have to wait until postpartum to ask for help. If you're struggling now, let’s talk. You’re not broken, you're not alone, and you’re not the only one who feels this way.
Ready to feel like yourself again? (or the new pregnant version of you!)
Book a free consultation today.
Depression During Pregnancy Isn’t Talked About Enough—So Let’s Talk About It.
Everyone loves to talk about the baby. The ultrasounds. The registry. The cute bump pics. But no one really asks how you’re doing. And if they do, you probably smile and say “I’m fine,” even when you’re anything but.
Here’s the truth: depression during pregnancy is real—and it’s more common than most people realize. It doesn’t mean you’re a bad mom. It doesn’t mean you don’t love your baby. And it definitely doesn’t mean you’re weak.
It might look like dragging yourself out of bed every morning and wondering how you’re going to make it through the day. It might sound like the voice in your head telling you you’re already failing, before the baby’s even here. It might feel like going through the motions while everything inside you feels flat, heavy, or disconnected.
Pregnancy depression isn’t just sadness—it can feel like guilt, numbness, irritability, exhaustion, and a complete loss of identity. And the worst part? You might feel like you’re supposed to be glowing and grateful and obsessed with the miracle of it all.
I hold space for all of it—the sadness, the fear, the ambivalence, the “I didn’t think it would feel like this.” We offer online therapy for prenatal depression to moms across California who are tired of suffering in silence.
You deserve support that centers you, not just the baby. Therapy gives you a place to exhale, be seen, and start feeling like yourself again—even in the middle of this wild, messy season.
Postpartum Anxiety: The Part No One Warned You About
Everyone talks about postpartum depression, but postpartum anxiety? That’s the one that hides behind the “I’m just tired” and the constant need to do more. It’s the mental load that never shuts off. The 3am spirals. The racing thoughts. The fear that something terrible will happen if you don’t triple-check the baby monitor. It’s a knot in your stomach that never quite goes away.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you’re not going crazy.
Postpartum anxiety is real, it’s common, and it’s treatable. At Therapy for California Moms, we offer online therapy for postpartum anxiety to help you feel grounded, calm, and in control again—even when everything around you feels anything but.
What Postpartum Anxiety Can Feel Like:
Constant worry that something bad will happen to your baby
Trouble sleeping even when the baby is sleeping
Feeling like you're on high alert 24/7
Physical symptoms like racing heart, tight chest, or shortness of breath
Obsessive thoughts or compulsive checking
Feeling like you can’t relax or “turn your brain off”
Dread about being alone with the baby—or leaving them with someone else
Fear that you’re doing everything wrong
This isn’t just “new mom nerves.” Postpartum anxiety can show up weeks or even months after giving birth. Sometimes it even sneaks in after what felt like a smooth start.
You don’t have to live in panic mode.
Virtual Therapy for Postpartum Anxiety in California
Whether you're quietly spiraling inside while looking totally “fine” on the outside, or openly sobbing in your car between feedings, we’re here for it. Virtual therapy for new moms in California means you can get support without needing childcare, without commuting, and without pretending you're okay when you’re not.
We help millennial moms who are burned out, anxious, and overwhelmed finally feel heard—and actually start healing. Our work together will help you:
Learn how to manage intrusive thoughts and racing worries
Understand how postpartum hormones and sleep deprivation are impacting your mood
Release the pressure to be perfect and do it all
Reconnect with your body, your breath, and your intuition
Feel more grounded, confident, and calm as a mom and as a person
You're Not “Too Anxious” for Motherhood
You’re not failing. You’re not overreacting. You’re dealing with a very real mental health issue that deserves real support. You don’t have to carry it all alone.
If you’re ready to stop living in survival mode, I can help. Let’s talk.
Book Your Free Consult Call Today. Seriously.
