What is Postpartum Depression?
Postpartum Depression (PPD) is a mood disorder that affects parents after childbirth, characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. Unlike the temporary “baby blues,” PPD can last weeks or months and significantly impact daily functioning and the parent-child relationship.
Common symptoms include:
- Persistent sadness, irritability, or mood swings
- Anxiety, panic, or intrusive thoughts
- Difficulty bonding with your baby
- Changes in sleep or appetite
- Feelings of guilt, inadequacy, or hopelessness
- Loss of interest or pleasure in daily activities
Early intervention is crucial for emotional well-being, recovery, and healthy family dynamics.
Who struggles with Postpartum Depression?
Postpartum depression can affect any parent after childbirth, including:
- First-time parents adjusting to new responsibilities
- Parents with a history of depression, anxiety, or trauma
- Individuals experiencing stress, lack of support, or significant life changes
- Parents navigating postpartum hormonal shifts, sleep deprivation, or breastfeeding challenges
Without support, PPD can lead to chronic depression, anxiety, and strained family relationships, making timely therapy essential.
How we treat Postpartum Depression at Daisy Clinic Therapy & Counseling
At Daisy Clinic, we provide evidence-based, neuroscience-informed therapy to help parents recover from postpartum depression, restore emotional balance, and strengthen family bonds. Our approach combines psychotherapy, neurocognitive strategies, and supportive interventions for meaningful, lasting impact.
Our treatment approach includes:
- Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy & Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Addresses negative thought patterns, self-criticism, and anxiety
- Provides tools for managing mood swings, intrusive thoughts, and overwhelm
- Supports rebuilding confidence and coping skills for new parenthood
- Neuroscience-Informed Therapy Modalities
- qEEG Neurofeedback: Enhances emotional regulation, stress resilience, and focus
- Somatic & Body-Based Therapy: Helps release tension and regulate the nervous system
- Mindfulness & Interoceptive Awareness: Improves self-awareness, reduces anxiety, and enhances connection with your baby
- Supportive Life and Parenting Skills
- Builds strategies for sleep management, daily routines, and self-care
- Encourages healthy bonding, communication, and family dynamics
- Family and Partner Support
- Educates and involves partners in understanding PPD
- Strengthens support networks to reduce isolation and stress
- Holistic Emotional Care
- Integrates stress management, self-compassion, and resilience-building
- Provides a safe, nonjudgmental space for processing emotions
Why choose Daisy Clinic for Postpartum Depression Therapy?
At Daisy Clinic, we provide personalized, neuroscience-informed care to support recovery from postpartum depression and promote healthy family well-being.
- Cutting-edge therapies combining psychotherapy, neurofeedback, somatic therapy, and mindfulness
- In-person therapy at our Bellevue clinic or secure virtual sessions across Washington State
- Insurance, self-pay, and sliding scale options for accessible care
- Customized treatment plans addressing emotional, cognitive, and relational needs
- Compassionate, supportive environment fostering confidence, recovery, and connection
Take the First Step Toward Healing and Connection
Postpartum depression can feel overwhelming, but with professional support and neuroscience-informed therapy, parents can recover, regain emotional balance, and strengthen family bonds.
👉 Contact Daisy Clinic today to schedule a free consultation and explore personalized therapy for postpartum depression.