THERAPY FOR infertility & Loss

This wasn’t how it was supposed to be—and you don’t have to face it alone.

If you’re reading this, I’m sorry to welcome you to a club that none of us wanted to join. Right now, every day brings reminders of what’s not working—well-meaning questions from family, friends sharing their pregnancy news, or those endless treatment appointments that seem to take over your life.

It's normal to feel anxiety, depression, and even guilt.

You might be carrying the grief from a failed IVF transfer, the heartbreak of never experiencing pregnancy, or the deep sadness of pregnancy loss. Or maybe you’ve had to make the gut-wrenching choice to end a much-wanted pregnancy due to a serious diagnosis. It’s a lot to handle, and trying to process it all alone can feel impossible.

If you’re on the infertility roller coaster, you already know that this struggle comes with a unique set of challenges:

  • You might find that your relationship with your partner feels a little rocky. We all cope differently, and that can lead to misunderstandings and tension.

  • It’s frustrating when friends, family and even healthcare providers seem to overlook your emotional needs, adding to what’s already a heavy emotional load.

  • You might feel the urge to pull away from friends or avoid places that remind you of babies and family life. It’s a natural reaction, but it can leave you feeling even more alone.

  • It’s hard not to feel complicated emotions toward those who are pregnant. You might grapple with feelings of shame, anger, or envy, and that’s okay—you're human.

  • All of this can trigger intense emotions, making you more irritable or anxious. It can feel like you’re stuck in a constant state of fight, flight, or freeze, struggling to focus on anything else.

how i can help

Having someone in your corner who truly gets it can make all the difference.

Therapy can’t cure infertility, but it can offer support for the emotional distress that comes with it. 

Together, we’ll walk through the profound grief that comes with unfulfilled dreams and loss, cultivating resilience amid uncertainty. I’m here to provide not only practical tools for managing stress, anxiety, and emotional upheaval, but also a safe space to express your feelings and thoughts.

We can also explore your feelings about various outcomes and choices—whether that means continuing treatments, considering adoption, or embracing a child-free life. It’s all about what feels best for you.

imagine if you…

Could rediscover who you are, beyond this experience.

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Communicate better with your partner and medical team.

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Find the space to process the complexities of your unique situation, without judgment.

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Infertility isn’t your fault. and it doesn’t have to define you.

What others have wondered about my approach:

  • No, but I am happy to refer you to a psychiatric professional specifically trained in the medical management of mental health disorders during the perinatal period. 

  • No, not at this time. My focus with clients is on the emotional aspects and grief of infertility, but I do maintain a referral network for licensed professionals who conduct evaluations for egg donation, sperm donation and surrogacy.

  • Not all families include children, and that’s completely okay. Not having a child doesn’t make you any less valuable than those who do. And, it’s also normal to feel a deep sense of grief as you come to terms with this reality.

  • As Regina from TheBrokenBrownEgg.org says, infertility doesn’t see color, but color certainly affects your experience. (This can also be said about sexual orientation, socioeconomic status and more.) I’m committed to my own anti-racist & social justice work and aim to provide a welcome space for anyone who seeks services with me. em description