Therapy for Moms
Motherhood, parenting, perinatal and everything in between
you deserve support
Moms, you deserve support and to be held in this therapy space. Therapy can be one of the best gifts you give to yourself.
Many of my clients are moms or parents of some orientation. I have seen firsthand the very dynamic impact that parenthood has on one’s life, and overall wellbeing. I’m trained work with my clients holistically, which takes into account your experiences, values, and the contexts you exist in — familial, spiritual, community, etc. I can help you work through your problems, what’s on your plate, and the stress innate to parenting.
making space for yourself
Being a mom is incredibly important and life changing. Motherhood, in all its beauty and wonder, is demanding on women and unfortunately our society has not valued motherhood or helped to support mental health needs for moms. It can be hard, overwhelming, scary, and isolating. My experience as a therapist has shown me that motherhood does not usually feel as we expect it to.
Taking the time to slow down, feel your feelings, explore your thoughts is essential for your wellbeing. Many moms find that this therapy space is cathartic and relieving, which is important to prioritize — because the duties of motherhood don’t stop.
Being a good mom doesn’t mean losing yourself. I’m here to remind you of your validity as a person and work towards wellbeing.
Support designed for you
For moms, therapy is a safe space to express your feelings, and have them heard and held. Therapy with me is an invitation to be present in your experiences. I also believe therapy is a process of getting to know yourself, and learning how to better take care of that person.
I show up in my sessions with authentic, honest, and direct support. My process is unique to the client I am working with; I integrate and tailor my approach to work for you as I learn more about you, your patterns, and your strengths. My approach in my therapy work integrates research and evidence based practices. I am empathetic, curious, and passionate.
I accept you in your full humanness, as a person and as a mother. I will help you to be self compassionate about your humanness, too. I will be your biggest champion.
I’m so glad you are taking the brave step to ask for support.
Virtual therapy for moms
Accessible therapy from where you need it
Moms have enough on their plate, especially during the Pandemic. It is already difficult to get it all done, and many parents and families don’t have the support they need to attend in-person therapy.
I provide quality teletherapy that’s accessible to moms. Sessions are conducted through an easy to use and HIPAA compliant video platform.
Areas of Focus:
Adjustment to motherhood
Challenges of balancing work and motherhood
Comparison, the inner critic, and perfectionism
Equity in the household duties, caregiving, and partnership
Focusing on and connecting to ‘good enough’
Healing from your own childhood
Making yourself a priority
Managing difficult feelings of anger, inadequacy/guilt/shame, isolation
Identity shift
Perinatal mental health: depression and anxiety
Postpartum body image
Pregnancy loss and fertility
Processing pregnancy and birth
Processing and navigating when your kid triggers trauma and emotional pain from your own childhood
Reconnecting with, and honoring, a sense of self
Relationship issues and communication
Self-esteem and worthiness
Trauma work relating to motherhood through EMDR
Details & faq
Moms of all kinds and orientations are welcome. I am always wanting to incorporate a gender-equity lens to my work with parents/moms.
Kelsey Riddle Therapy & Wellness PLLC provides Teletherapy services to Tennessee, Arizona, and North Carolina. Teletherapy sessions are being conducted through an easy to use HIPAA compliant video service.
My fee is $150/55min for individual therapy. A sliding scale rate is available for POC, LGBTQ+, and single moms. Please inquire for more information.
Please know I am out of network, and do not accept insurance. I do accept HSA cards. Please ask for information on ways to support your access to therapy.
A 24-hour cancellation notification is appreciated for any changed or missed appointments. I do my best to accommodate necessary reschedules.