Virtual therapy for new moms
Postpartum Mental Health Support
Struggling with the adjustment to motherhood? It doesn’t feel hard because you’re failing. It feels hard because it IS hard. But you don’t have to do it alone. Our mom therapists are here to support you.
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.
Our qualified mom therapists can help if you struggle with:
- ✓Postpartum rage
- ✓Difficulty adjusting to motherhood or a growing family
- ✓Shaming, blaming, or doubting yourself
- ✓Navigating the feeding journey
- ✓Identity loss
- ✓Prioritizing your needs
- ✓Coping with sleep deprivation and protecting your sleep
Cope with Sleep Deprivation (and Protect Your Sleep)
This is one of the hardest struggles new moms face. Sleep deprivation increases the risk of postpartum depression, mom rage, and relationship conflict. Our mom therapists teach you how to:
- ✓Understand and advocate for your needs
- ✓Protect your sleep
- ✓Let go of pressure and expectations to do more
- ✓Work with your partner or call in support to share nighttime labor
Navigate the Feeding Journey
The invisible load of feeding can feel heavy. The infant feeding journey comes with pressure, judgment, guilt, and challenges. Our therapists help you:
- ✓Share the feeding labor (even if exclusively breastfeeding)
- ✓Break away from judgment, pressure, and expectations around feeding
- ✓Work through guilt, fears, or shame
- ✓Create a feeding plan that protects your mental health
Grief, Identity Loss, and Matrescence
Motherhood can feel like we become a brand new person overnight. It’s common to experience grief or feel a sense of loss. Our specialists can teach you how to:
- ✓Cope with the feelings of loss or grief
- ✓Create small ways to feel like yourself even in the throes of postpartum
- ✓Embrace your feelings and navigate the journey
Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
New moms are at risk for postpartum depression and anxiety, but you don’t need to suffer in silence. Mom therapists can help you:
- ✓Navigate symptoms such as hopelessness, irritability, or a lack of bonding
- ✓Create lifestyle changes to reduce symptoms and protect your mental health
- ✓Take a proactive approach against negative self-talk
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 Therapy for New 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.
Becoming a New Mom is a Challenge, but Therapy Can Help!
Struggling is nothing to be ashamed of. You need and deserve support! Our mom therapists understand what you’re going through and can offer a judgment-free safe space to heal.