Perinatal Mental Health

Perinatal mental health encompasses emotional well-being before pregnancy, throughout pregnancy, and after delivery, including the postpartum period and early parenting transition. This time can bring significant hormonal changes, shifts in identity, sleep disruption, and increased emotional vulnerability — even for individuals who have never experienced mental health concerns before.

Mental health symptoms may emerge while planning for pregnancy, during fertility challenges, throughout pregnancy, or after birth. Anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, mood changes, and emotional overwhelm are common, yet often misunderstood or minimized. Early identification and supportive care can make a profound difference for both parent and baby.

At Myndful Wellness in Grand Junction, Colorado, perinatal mental health care is approached with compassion, education, and evidence-based treatment. I have completed specialized training and earned my Perinatal Mental Health Certification, allowing me to provide informed, thoughtful care during this unique and sensitive time.

My advanced studies have strengthened my understanding of the biological, psychological, and emotional changes that occur during the perinatal period, as well as the importance of safe treatment planning, collaborative decision-making, and individualized support. This training allows me to serve as a trusted provider for individuals seeking mental health care before pregnancy, during pregnancy, and postpartum.

My goal is to help patients feel supported, heard, and empowered — whether they are preparing for pregnancy, navigating emotional changes during pregnancy, or adjusting to life after birth. You do not need to struggle in silence, and support is available at every stage of the perinatal journey.

For some individuals experiencing depression during pregnancy, antidepressant medications may not be preferred or clinically appropriate. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), including ExoMind, is a non-invasive, drug-free treatment that targets brain regions involved in mood regulation without systemic medication exposure. TMS has been studied in pregnant populations and may be considered as an alternative option when clinically appropriate.

**Disclaimer: Eligibility for TMS during pregnancy is determined on an individual basis following a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and informed consent process.