FAQs

If therapy is something you have thought about recently; if you are struggling with relationships in your life; if going through a life transition; or you just feel stuck— therapy might be a great fit for you.

Yes, all therapy sessions are confidential, adhering to professional ethical standards and legal requirements to protect client privacy.​ The virtual platform we use for sessions is HIPAA compliant.

Yes, therapy can provide support, coping strategies, and a safe space to process emotions for those experiencing postpartum depression.

Group therapy offers a supportive community, shared experiences, and collective coping strategies, helping pregnant women prepare emotionally and mentally for postpartum.

Both therapists and counselors provide mental health support, but "therapist" is a broader term that can include psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, and other professionals, while "counselor" typically refers to someone with a focus on guidance, support, and short-term strategies. Both are commonly used interchangeably.

Yes, research shows that online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions, especially for issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, and postpartum challenges. 

Maternal mental health counseling focuses on addressing the emotional and psychological well-being of women during preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenting stages.​

Therapy can assist with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, fertility issues, postpartum depression, and navigating the transition to motherhood.​

If you're feeling overwhelmed, persistently sad or anxious, struggling in relationships, dealing with trauma, or having difficulty coping with life changes (like pregnancy or new motherhood), therapy can offer support and tools for healing.

Finding the right therapist involves checking their specialties, approach, and whether you feel safe and understood in their presence. At Xen Family Therapy, we offer free consultations to see if it's the right fit for your needs.

Yes, therapy can be highly effective in processing birth trauma and helping you feel more grounded, empowered, and at peace. We can help you process the anxiety that comes up around birth, especially when considering another child.

Not at all. Therapy is for anyone who wants to grow, heal, or better understand themselves. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit - many people attend therapy for self-development or emotional clarity.

Yes. Therapy offers a safe, non-judgmental space to explore complex feelings about parenthood, societal expectations, and personal identity, especially for women who are childfree by choice or undecided.

You can start therapy anytime postpartum, even immediately after birth if you’re emotionally ready. Early support can help prevent or manage postpartum anxiety or depression.

Your first session is typically an intake appointment where you’ll discuss your concerns, history, and goals for therapy. It’s also a chance to ask questions and see if the therapist feels like a good fit.