Are you struggling with the effects of pre- and post-natal trauma?
Right now, you might be experiencing:
- Persistent Rumination: Ongoing rumination and flashbacks about the experiences you went through during the pre- and post-natal periods.
- Distress from Triggers: Feeling distressed when exposed to triggers, such as hearing about conception stories, easy pregnancies, or abundant post-partum care.
- Bonding Difficulties: Difficulty bonding with your child and forming that connection you long for.
- Low Mood and Anxiety: Experiencing a low mood, anxiety, and hypervigilance that make it hard to enjoy your life.
- Memory Gaps: Inability to remember parts of your experience, leading to confusion and frustration.
You’ve started to recognize how unresolved pre- and post-natal trauma is impacting your life:
- Disconnected Relationships: You want to feel bonded and connected to your child and partner, but you just can’t seem to do so.
- Fear of Future Experiences: You can’t imagine going through the conception, pregnancy, or postpartum experience again, despite wanting another child.
- Avoidance of Reminders: You’re avoiding reminders of your painful experiences—photos, videos, or even conversations about that time.
- Negative Mood Impact: Your mood has been negatively affected, and you’re living with marked anxiety and depression that wasn’t present before your pre- and post-natal trauma.
- Shame and Guilt: You feel shame and guilt for not being able to think fondly about your early parenting journey and avoid the topic as much as possible.
You’re wondering…
- I’ve heard of birth trauma, but does pre- and post-natal trauma count?
- Shouldn’t I be over this by now?
- I have good support around me; why am I still so unhappy?
- Everything turned out okay in the end—my child is here; why am I still responding this way?
- Will I have to talk about all the details and re-live it again? Why should I do that?
You’re longing for…
- Peaceful Reflection: The ability to think back on your pre- and post-natal experience without feeling profound distress, sadness, and regret.
- Bonding with Your Baby: The experience of feeling bonded to your baby and forming a deep connection.
- Self-Compassion: Acceptance, compassion, and less guilt for having been less present during your baby’s early life due to your mental health struggles.
- Acceptance and Integration: The ability to accept and integrate what happened without it overwhelming you.
- Trust in Medical Care: The ability to trust the medical establishment and your body again.
What you’re longing for is possible.
At Evergreen Counseling, we have a team of seasoned, evidence-based, trauma-trained therapists skilled in treating pre- and post-natal trauma.
Imagine the Transformation Through Trauma Therapy
By pursuing trauma therapy for pre- and post-natal trauma, you can imagine:
You’re experiencing the double challenge of new parenting—sleep deprivation and change, coupled with trauma symptoms.
You have a more “normative” new parenting experience, with a reduction in trauma symptoms, allowing you to be more present for your parenting.
You feel disconnected from your baby and ashamed of how you feel.
You feel more connected, more bonded, and have more compassion for yourself regarding your experiences.
Exposure to triggers of your pre- and post-natal trauma overwhelms you and causes great distress.
You can face your triggers without being distressed.
You have recurring negative and persistent intrusions about your experience(s).
You no longer experience mental intrusions of painful events, and if you do, they don’t cause as much distress.
What if I’m Not Ready?
Not Quite Ready to Book a Complimentary Concierge Matching Call? That’s Okay.
We understand that taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming. We’re here to make this decision easier for you.
Starting therapy can bring up mixed feelings—part of you might be eager, while another part hesitates to confront deeply buried emotions. You might doubt whether therapy can help, especially if you’ve struggled for a long time or had disappointing experiences with untrained therapists or life coaches. At Evergreen Counseling, our trauma-trained therapists are deeply committed to providing expert care.
Here’s How We Can Help You Move Forward
- Complimentary Concierge Matching Call: Our concierge matching call is an opportunity for you to ask questions, share your concerns, and see if our approach feels right for you—without any obligation.
- Reimbursement Options: Concerned about the cost? We can guide you on how to get reimbursed for therapy using your out-of-network insurance benefits, making high-quality care more accessible to you.
- Informed Decision: Whether you’re ready to start or still exploring your options, we want you to feel fully informed and confident in your choice.
