I help moms regain their balance despite the highs + lows that come with having a baby.
Becoming a mother is life-changing, and while it’s filled with love and joy, it can also bring unexpected emotional challenges. Pregnancy and postpartum can bring feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, or even disconnection from yourself. If you're struggling with prenatal or postpartum anxiety, depression, or other emotional concerns, know that you don’t have to face this alone.
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I’m Christine, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. With specialized training in perinatal mental health and certification through Postpartum Support International, I am deeply passionate about providing support to mothers during this critical period. I understand the unique emotional hurdles that come with pregnancy and adjusting to new motherhood, and I offer compassionate, evidence-based counseling to help you reclaim your mental and emotional well-being.
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how working together can help you
Anxiety & Depression Support
If you're feeling anxious, sad, or overwhelmed I can help you understand and manage your symptoms. Together, we’ll explore the underlying causes of your emotions, develop coping strategies, and work to reduce the impact of these challenges on your daily life.
Tailored Support for Your Unique Experience
Every mom’s journey is different. I provide personalized counseling that is specific to your needs, whether it’s through one-on-one sessions, virtual therapy, or a blend of both. You will receive the support you need to heal and thrive as you adjust to life with your new baby.
Managing “Mom Guilt” and Expectations
So often, new moms feel pressure to be perfect. Together, we will work to redefine your sense of motherhood in a way that is compassionate and real, helping you embrace imperfection and let go of unrealistic expectations.
Developing Healthy Coping Strategies
I will teach you practical, mindfulness-based techniques to manage stress and anxiety. These strategies can help you feel more grounded and confident in your role as a mom, while also improving your overall well-being.
Caring for Yourself While Caring for
Your Baby
Self-care isn’t just a luxury; it’s essential. I’ll guide you in creating a balanced routine that includes time for yourself, helping you avoid burnout and prioritize your mental health without feeling guilty.
Emotional Adjustment to Motherhood
Transitioning into motherhood can be a beautiful but challenging process. I will help you navigate this adjustment, fostering a deeper connection with your baby and yourself, and support you through the emotional ups and downs that are part of this life change.
Address Fears About Birth + Motherhood
It’s completely normal to experience fear and anxiety around birth and motherhood. Whether you’re worried about labor and delivery, the unknowns of parenting, or how your life will change, these fears can feel overwhelming.
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I provide a supportive space where you can explore and process these fears while equipping you with practical tools to feel more confident and in control.
Helping new moms like you who are navigating the emotional challenges that motherhood brings.
Becoming a mom can feel like an emotional rollercoaster - whether you're navigating the ups and downs of pregnancy or adjusting to life with your newborn. When the reality of motherhood doesn’t align with what you expected, it’s common to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected. It can be incredibly hard when you don’t feel like yourself.
I want you to know that you’re not alone in this. I’m here to help you navigate these tough moments, providing the support you need to understand and manage your emotions. With advanced training and certification through Postpartum Support International, I’m equipped to help you work through anxiety, depression, and the challenges of pregnancy and motherhood so you can feel supported, heard, and ultimately find peace during this transformative time.
group therapy offerings
Next group sessions begin: October 7th, 2025 | Stay tuned for more details!
Gentle Beginnings
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Mental Health Support for a Balanced Pregnancy
Gentle Beginnings is a therapeutic support group for women navigating pregnancy, from the earliest weeks through birth. This is a space to slow down, process the emotional ups and downs of this life-changing season, and be supported by other women who get it.
Evolving into Motherhood
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Healing, Hope, and Connection in the First Year of Motherhood
Evolving into Motherhood is a supportive counseling group for new mothers in the first year after birth. This space is for everything that comes after the baby arrives: sleep deprivation, emotional overwhelm, identity shifts, feeding stress, relationship changes and the invisible labor of holding it all together.
frequently asked questions
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What payment options do you accept?We accept all major credit and debit cards, including FSA/HSA cards
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Do you accept insurance?At this time, we are accepting clients for the following policies: Harvard Pilgrim United Healthcare Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Is there parking at your office?Our Andover office is located at 63 Park Street. There is free on-street parking, as well as metered parking in the parking lot directly where our office is located. For payment, you can download the Passport Parking App and select 493 as the location. Please read the signs, as there are timeframe restrictions for the street parking.
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Do you offer telehealth or in-person sessions?We offer both telehealth (virtual) and in-person sessions. Telehealth is conducted via a HIPAA compliant portal. Confidentiality is our number one priority!
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What payment options do you accept?We accept all major credit and debit cards, including FSA/HSA cards.
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Do you accept insurance?Alicia is the only provider that accepts BCBS for NH at this time. If you have a different insurance, we can provide you with receipts to see if reimbursement is possible from your insurance company. Please note: We cannot guarantee reimbursement from your insurance.
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Do you offer telehealth or in-person appointments?At this time, we are only offering telehealth (virtual) for NH residents. You are more than welcome to come visit us at our Andover office for sessions, if availability allows in our schedule and you live close! Telehealth is conducted via a HIPAA compliant portal. Confidentiality is our number one priority!
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Which providers see NH clients?At this time, Alicia is the only provider in our office who works with clients that reside in NH.