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Postpartum Life with a Neurodivergent Brain
Something is wrong. That is the thought that keeps surfacing, quietly and persistently, in the middle of feeding sessions and sleepless nights and moments when you are supposed to feel bonded and grateful and okay. Not wrong with your baby, but wrong with you. After having a baby, everything changes. Everyone around you seems to be struggling, sure, but not like this. Not in the way where the sound of the baby monitor feels like it is cutting directly into your nervous system

Shannon Heers
Jun 22


Postpartum Identity Shift in High Achieving Women
You spent years building something. A career, a reputation, a clear sense of who you are and what you are capable of. You knew how to set a goal and hit it. You knew how to perform under pressure. You knew yourself. Then you had a baby and suddenly you are not so sure! This is one of the least-talked-about parts of the postpartum experience, especially for high-achieving women. You knew to be worried about the sleeplessness and maybe even the feeding challenges. But, nobody w

Shannon Heers
Jun 8


Does Postpartum Therapy Really Help: Thoughts from a Therapist
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Is therapy actually going to help me…or is this just how motherhood feels?” I hear this from new moms all the time. The postpartum period can feel hard for so many reasons. Your sense of who you are shifts. You’re constantly worrying whether you’re doing things “right”. You’re exhausted and overwhelmed in ways you didn’t know were possible. Somewhere in the middle of all of this, you’re asking yourself, “Is this normal?” Even when post

Pansy Ayala
Mar 2


Anxiety After Baby: When Worry Becomes Disruptive
Welcoming a new baby into the world is often seen as one of life’s most joyful and meaningful moments. And while that can be true, it’s also completely okay if it doesn’t feel that way all the time. For many new parents, it can be one of the most overwhelming and challenging times too. A lot of new parents feel anxious, worried, or on edge after having a baby. Some amount of worry as you adjust to life with a newborn is totally normal and even protective. However, sometimes t

Pansy Ayala
Jul 28, 2025


The Impact of Therapy for New Moms
Becoming a new mother can be one of the most joyful and rewarding experiences a woman can have. But, motherhood can also come with a lot...

Catalyss Counseling
Oct 23, 2023


Understanding Birth Trauma and Its aftermath
Having a baby is difficult. Any new mom, or experienced mom, will tell you that! And if you had a childbirth that wasn’t what you...

Catalyss Counseling
Oct 9, 2023


6 More Ways New Moms Can Benefit From Joining A Postpartum Support Group
Here are 6 more reasons why joining a postpartum support group can greatly benefit a new mom.

Catalyss Counseling
Aug 7, 2023


6 Ways New Moms Can Benefit From Joining A Postpartum Support Group
Here are 6 reasons why joining a postpartum support group can greatly benefit a new mom.

Catalyss Counseling
May 15, 2023


You are Not a Bad Mother: Thoughts from a Postpartum Counselor
You are not a bad mother! Hear from a postpartum counselor about myths surrounding motherhood

Catalyss Counseling
Mar 20, 2023


What to Expect with Postpartum Counseling in Colorado
Postpartum counseling is a place to help validate the challenges of your experience.

Catalyss Counseling
Oct 31, 2022


More Self-Care Tips For Postpartum Moms in Denver, CO
Four big self-care ideas for postpartum moms.

Catalyss Counseling
Jul 25, 2022


Treatment for Postpartum Depression in Colorado: Does It Work?
Treatment options for postpartum depression in Colorado.

Catalyss Counseling
Jul 18, 2022


7 Things A Postpartum Support Group Offers That You Didn't Know You Needed
7 different ways that a Postpartum Support Group can help moms.

Catalyss Counseling
Jul 11, 2022


Birth Trauma: How to Overcome Your Shame
Learn about emotional trauma from childbirth and how to treat it using counseling.

Catalyss Counseling
Feb 7, 2022


Tips for Overwhelmed Working Moms
A Denver based therapist offers tips for overworked and exhausted working moms.

Catalyss Counseling
Sep 6, 2021


Postpartum Anxiety: How to get through the nights
Activities to do before going to bed at night to help manage your postpartum anxiety.

Catalyss Counseling
Aug 23, 2021


Managing Mental Health: A Postpartum Self-Care Checklist
Checklist of things to do during the postpartum period to help manage your mental health.

Catalyss Counseling
Aug 9, 2021


What is Postpartum OCD? A Denver Therapist Explains
Postpartum OCD, or postpartum obsessive-compulsive disorder, is a particular type of anxiety that occurs after having a baby.

Catalyss Counseling
Dec 14, 2020


3 Ideas for the Postpartum Mom for Self-Care
It’s hard finding time for yourself after having a baby. Try these 3 ideas to feel better!

Catalyss Counseling
Dec 7, 2020


Postpartum Support in Colorado Through Online Counseling
If you are a new mom in Colorado and are looking for postpartum treatment, consider online counseling.

Catalyss Counseling
Nov 30, 2020
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