Motherhood is Hard. Care Shouldn’t Be.
Mom Therapy from the Convenience of Your Home
Nobody talks about the hard side of motherhood: the loneliness, grief, doubt, and uncertainty. But the truth is that becoming a mom is a major adjustment, and qualified maternal mental health therapists can help you work through the struggles and find joy in motherhood.
Most moms meet their therapist within a week.
We direct bill to many major insurers via Telus eClaims, including:
In network with:
Availability depends on your plan, coverage may vary.
Do you find yourself:
- ✓Struggling to prioritize your needs?
- ✓Coping with the mental load and experiencing resentment?
- ✓Feeling anxious and unable to relax?
- ✓Uncertain and unconfident in your decision-making?
- ✓Not sure how to set boundaries or ask for help?
- ✓Experiencing scary, unwanted, intrusive thoughts?
Create a Plan for Your Sleep
“Sleep when the baby sleeps” seems great until you have a baby who just. Won’t. Sleep. Sleep deprivation elevates the risk of postpartum depression, irritability, and dissatisfaction in motherhood. Mom therapy can show you how to:
- ✓Create a plan to protect and consolidate your sleep
- ✓Advocate for your needs
- ✓Release the pressure to “do more”
- ✓Prioritize your rest and mental health
Cope with Intrusive Thoughts
If you’ve experienced scary, unwanted thoughts, you aren’t alone. These thoughts can feel terrifying as a mom, but they aren’t anything to be ashamed of, and you can learn to cope. Our therapists help you:
- ✓Understand what causes intrusive thoughts
- ✓Release the shame, guilt, or fear
- ✓Create lifestyle changes that reduce triggers such as anxiety
- ✓Identify, accept, and move past unwanted thoughts
Navigate Anxiety and Excessive Worry
Motherhood comes with new worries, but if fears, worries, or anxiety are keeping you from sleeping, attending activities, or feeling at peace, it might be time for support. Our specialists can teach you how to:
- ✓Recognize and reframe negative thought patterns
- ✓Release control and perfectionism
- ✓Manage anxiety symptoms
- ✓Build a toolbox of in-the-moment anxiety strategies to stay grounded
Manage Grief, Low Mood, and Depression
If you find yourself feeling disconnected, numb, lonely, or hopeless, you don’t need to suffer in silence. Mom therapists can help you:
- ✓Identify postpartum depression and create a treatment plan
- ✓Cope with feelings of grief or identity loss
- ✓Manage mom rage and irritability
- ✓Reduce the mental load so you can enjoy motherhood more
What clients say
Mom-centered, judgment-free care on your terms.
“I was struggling so much and feeling extremely overwhelmed as a new mother when I discovered Momwell. I thought I was the only one struggling and that there was something wrong with me for not being able to handle it all. After listening to the podcast, I’m feeling so much more like myself again! Motherhood is still hard, but I feel like I can finally breathe and enjoy it. Thank you, Erica!”
“I’d just gotten done crying after yelling at my children for the 100th time that day, feeling like I was a terrible mother, when I found the Mom Rage course. It was so comforting to hear people talking about exactly what I was going through–with NO judgment. I left with the tools I needed to recognize when I’m getting overwhelmed and bring myself back down. Our lives have gotten so much easier–I’m so grateful to Momwell!”
FAQ
FAQs about Mom Therapy
What’s special about mom therapy?+
Maternal mental health therapists receive specialized training in the perinatal period. They understand the unique challenges of motherhood, the way hormones impact mental health, and the pressures and expectations moms struggle with.
When you work with a specialized mom therapist, you receive judgment-free, qualified care where you won’t be minimized or dismissed based on your experiences. Mom therapists know how to create individualized treatment plans that work for busy moms.
How do I know it’s time to see a therapist?+
Adjusting to motherhood isn’t easy, but it’s never too early to seek support.
It might be time to see a therapist if you are:
- Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or dissatisfied in motherhood
- Experiencing guilt or shame
- Struggling to bond with your baby or enjoy things you used to love
- Not feeling like yourself
- Simply ready to make a positive change for yourself and your children
Remember that you matter, and your mental well-being impacts your entire family. Working with a mom therapist can help you navigate this tough transition and find more joy in motherhood.
Is virtual therapy effective?+
Absolutely! Virtual therapy has been proven to be as effective as in-person sessions, and it’s convenient for busy moms! For more, read our post on 5 Benefits of Virtual Therapy for Overwhelmed Moms: https://www.momwell.com/blog/5-benefits-of-virtual-therapy-for-overwhelmed-moms
How much does virtual counseling cost? How do I pay?+
Momwell offers in-network services in the following US states: California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia, with more states being added soon. Check out our pricing page to see if we are in network with your insurance provider and how billing through insurance at Momwell works: https://www.momwell.com/pricing
For our Canadian clients, clients without insurance benefits, or clients who wish to pay out of pocket until we are in network with their provider, therapy sessions are paid at the time of the service directly from within our Momwell portal.
A virtual counseling session costs between $175-$220 depending on the education and experience of the therapist. You will be required to add valid payment to your account before attending your first paid session. Payment will be processed at the end of each session using the card on file, a receipt will be emailed, and a detailed invoice is available for download in our portal.
Do you bill insurance?+
US clients: Momwell is in-network with insurance providers in the following states: California, Colorado, New York, Texas, Florida, Illinois, Pennsylvania and Virginia, with more being added soon. Visit our pricing page to see a full list of the insurance providers we are currently in network with and how the insurance billing process works: https://www.momwell.com/pricing
If you do not have insurance, you wish to pay out of pocket, or we are not yet in network with your insurance provider in your state, you can still pay for therapy services out of pocket. Visit our pricing page to learn about the cost of therapy and details about invoices.
Canadian clients: We direct bill to eligible insurance providers through Telus eClaims. When completing our onboarding form by clicking “Get Started Today” on our website, indicate that you are interested in direct billing and enter your information. We do not guarantee that you will be reimbursed by your benefits or insurance for online therapy as each plan and policy is different.
There’s No Shame in Struggling. Relief is Possible with Mom Therapy!
When a mom is well, a baby is well. The best thing you can do for your family is take care of your mental health and prioritize your needs. You deserve to find joy in motherhood.