1 in 6 people globally are affected by infertility.

The stress of infertility and treatments can put a person at an increased risk for mental health challenges, or PMADs. Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders can occur both in pregnancy and postpartum (up to 12 months after giving birth). PMADs are the #1 complication of pregnancy and childbirth. PMADs, like PPD can occur in 1 out of 4 birthing individuals, and 1 in 10 partners. Understanding the difference between baby blues, and the different PMADs can help with increased access to care and treatment.  Postpartum support does NOT end at the “6-week checkup”.

Steph, LMHC, PMH-C has her Undergraduate Degree from Becker College in Criminal Justice, a M.Ed. in Counseling Psychology & a CAGS in Mental Health Counseling from Cambridge College. Steph was very interested in how trauma’s impact on the brain and nervous system functioning, and has ten years experience in the mental health field.

Steph provides individual outpatient counseling to adults, motivated to reaching their personal, therapeutic goals. Perinatal mental health has become Steph’s primary clinical focus starting with individuals TTC. Grieving fertility can be one of the most vulnerable and lonely times a person goes through and working with a clinician that understands the medical process personally can be helpful. Steph focuses on supporting the gap between fertility/ postpartum services and mental health support. Using evidenced models like CBT mixed with holistic approaches allows Steph to tailor therapy to support the individual.

Steph holds advanced trainings in, Growing Great kids, TF-CBT, ARC, Perinatal Mental Health/ Component of Care, (PMH-C in 2023) Family transitions, perinatal loss, OCD “O” subtype. Stephanie follows her continued trainings with LMHC, and her PMH-C. Steph is a valued and recognized professional member of ALL PATHS Family Building, MCPAP and PSI.

Steph has special interest in supporting those in their path of TTC through postpartum and parenting, medical advocacy and Postpartum OCD.

Reach out today to schedule an intake for outpatient therapy, interest in Group Therapy or for PRIVATE supervision. (Email today at Steph@scarlsonlmhc.com)