Pregnancy & Postpartum Therapy in Southern California
Finding peace, breath, and grounded support through the highs and lows of motherhood.
Matrescence—the transition into motherhood—is one of the most profound physical, emotional, and spiritual shifts a woman can experience. While culture often expects this season to be filled with pure joy, the reality is that pregnancy and postpartum can also bring unexpected waves of anxiety, grief, identity shifts, and deep exhaustion.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or constantly worried that you aren’t doing enough, please know this: you are not failing, and you do not have to carry this alone.
How Perinatal Struggles Can Show Up
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) look different for every mother. You might be experiencing:
Overwhelming Worry & Racing Thoughts: Constantly imagining worst-case scenarios or feeling an intense pressure to get everything "right."
Intrusive, Scary Thoughts: Unwanted thoughts or distressing images that feel jarring or out of character.
Emotional Distance or Guilt: Struggling to feel bonded with your baby, or feeling guilt and shame for not feeling happier.
Irritability or Rage: Feeling quick to snap, deeply overstimulated, or disconnected from your partner.
Loss of Identity: Feeling like you've lost track of who you are outside of being a mother.
Compassionate, Faith-Integrated Care for Moms
In therapy, I create a calm, judgment-free space where you can drop the heavy expectations and be completely honest about how you are feeling.
Our work together brings together evidence-based therapeutic approaches (such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) with a gentle Christian perspective. We will address the biological, mental, and relational shifts of motherhood while anchoring your heart in God's grace—reminding you of your inherent value and beauty, even in the messiest seasons.
Together, we will focus on:
Quieting Anxiety & Intrusive Thoughts: Equipping you with practical tools to calm your nervous system and process difficult emotions.
Reclaiming Your Identity: Helping you honor who you were while stepping confidently into who you are becoming.
Building Healthy Boundaries: Navigating changing family dynamics and learning to ask for support without guilt.
Cultivating Self-Compassion: Replacing perfectionism with grace and quiet confidence as you parent.
Convenient TeleTherapy Across California
Motherhood makes leaving the house tricky—between nap schedules, feeding routines, and sheer fatigue, getting to an office can feel like an extra burden.
Through online therapy, you can receive compassionate, specialized care right from the comfort and privacy of your home—whether you are based in Woodland Hills, the San Fernando Valley, or anywhere across California. Babies, sweatpants, and cup of tea are always welcome.
"Hope is ready to bloom in your story."
Reach out today to schedule a session or learn more about online perinatal therapy.
All therapy sessions are conducted virtually via telehealth
let's walk toward hope
together
Nadia Siswanto Choe, LMFT | California License LMFT #50343
All therapy sessions are conducted virtually via telehealth
