The Postpartum Stress Center specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of prenatal and postpartum depression and anxiety disorders. In addition to this specialty the PPSC offers a full range of general counseling services to any individual or couple seeking support, including, but not limited to:

• Complete diagnostic assessment for postpartum mood disorders
  

• Screening for prenatal and postpartum depression and anxiety
  

• Psychiatric evaluation and follow-up
  

• Consultation, training and supervision for healthcare professionals
  

• Risk assessment and counseling for women with a history of emotional illness who are preparing for pregnancy.
  

• Psychotherapy for depression during and after pregnancy
  

• Grief counseling for miscarriage, stillbirth, newborn loss or termination
  

• Infertility support
  

• Neonatal Intensive Care support
  

• Reproductive health issues
  

• Complications related to pregnancy & birth
  

• Support for exploration of women's issues including self-esteem, sexuality, body image, intimacy
  

• General counseling services for men, women, adolescents, couples
  

• Individual, group and couples therapy
  

• Support groups

The most common illness following childbirth is postpartum depression (PPD), characterized by frequent crying, mood swings, irritability, extreme fatigue, difficulty concentrating, sleep problems, loss of sexual interest, anxiety, appetite changes, negative scary thoughts, feelings of inadequacy, hopelessness and despair. In addition, thoughts of suicide and feelings of anger, shame and guilt are often present. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms after the birth of your baby, or if you are concerned about the way you feel, please seek the advice of your healthcare provider.

The staff at The Postpartum Stress Center is committed to the total well-being of each woman who comes for treatment and whenever possible maintains a collaborative relationship with other healthcare providers involved in her care.