Maternal Mental Health
Compassionate, evidence-based care for pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond
Pillars of Wellness is actively expanding its Maternal Mental Health service line and partnerships to better support individuals and families during the perinatal period. Whether you’re seeking care for yourself or looking to collaborate as a provider, we’re here to help.
Becoming a mother is life-changing — and while it can be joyful, it can also be overwhelming. Our team supports women and birthing individuals through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grief and loss, fertility challenges, and parenting transitions. If you’re feeling anxious, depressed, disconnected, or simply not yourself, know that you’re not alone — and healing is possible.
For Medical & Wellness Partners
We collaborate with:
- OB-GYNs and midwives
- Lactation consultants, doulas and pelvic health providers
- Pediatricians and family medicine doctors
- Hospital systems and maternal health organizations
We offer:
- Easy referral and coordinated care
- Provider-to-provider consultation (with consent)
- Educational workshops on perinatal mental health
- Support for wellness program integration
📧 Interested in partnering? Contact us at info@pillarstherapy.com or call 219-323-3311 to learn how we can support your patients.
Interested in Working in This Service Line?
Pillars of Wellness is building a team of clinicians passionate about maternal mental health.
We offer:
- Clinical support and supervision from perinatal and trauma informed leadership
- A collaborative and flexible work environment
- Opportunities for growth, education, and innovation in perinatal mental health care
✨ [Apply here] or contact us to explore current opportunities.
Who This Service Is For
This maternal mental health service line is designed for:
- Women experiencing pregnancy anxiety or depression
- New moms navigating perinatal mental health disorders (PMHDs)
- Individuals struggling with birth trauma, medical complications, or NICU stays
- Women facing fertility issues, pregnancy or infant loss
- Parents adjusting to identity shifts, relationship changes, or overwhelm in early parenthood
- Partners who want to better support a loved one’s emotional wellbeing
What to Expect
Our perinatal mental health therapists offer a warm, nonjudgmental space to process your experience and build coping tools. Depending on your needs, support may include:
- Individual therapy (virtual or in-person)
- Couples or family sessions
- Collaborative care with your healthcare team
- Referrals to lactation consultants, doulas, home visiting programs, pelvic floor specialists, peer support groups and more
Conditions We Commonly Treat
- Prenatal or postpartum depression and anxiety
- Pregnancy-related OCD or intrusive thoughts
- Rage, irritability, or emotional numbness
- Grief and loss related to miscarriage or infertility
- Birth trauma or fear of childbirth
- Sleep disruption and overwhelm in new parenthood
- Emotional exhaustion and identity confusion
Why Maternal Mental Health Matters
1 in 5 women experiences a perinatal mental health disorder — yet many suffer in silence. Left untreated, these conditions can affect bonding, relationships, and long-term mental health. The good news? They are treatable.
Therapy provides a space to heal, reflect, and regain a sense of self.
Getting Started
You don’t need to wait until things get worse. Whether you’re in crisis or simply unsure if what you’re feeling is “normal,” we’re here to help.
📞 Our administrative team can answer your questions and guide you through the intake process.