Therapy for moms in Virginia

Becoming a mother is so rewarding and so incredibly hard.

You are not alone in your struggles. With 10 years of post-licensure experience as a therapist and over a decade of being a mom, I am able to empathize and support my clients in their journey.

A counselor and a mom that gets it.

If you’re a stressed mom and looking for support, I may be a good fit.

Some of the issues I help moms with:

  • Stress and anxiety about parenting and how to handle challenging behaviors.

  • Relationship issues (past and present).

  • Depression.

  • Organizing the demands of life into manageable goals.

  • Prioritizing self-care in simple ways.

  • How to meet expectations for your job and your family.

  • Increasing or enhancing your social support network.

  • Finding out who you are now that you are a mom.

  • Communicating needs and wants to others.

  • Setting goals and meeting them.

  • Emotion regulation.

  • Parenting a child with intense behaviors.

  • Co-parenting with your spouse.

Let’s do this together!

Feel heard and understood

The worst thing is when you are struggling and you feel like you’re the only one. You’re not alone! It is super common to feel stressed, especially as a parent.

Mom therapy Virginia

Increase self awareness

I need my partner to notice how much I do.

Taking my kids to social events gives me anxiety.

Why do I always have to be the one who gets up at night?

I know I should be grateful, and I am, but I also feel exhausted and annoyed.

I am a high achiever and like to feel productive and I just can’t now that I’m a mom.

My house is a mess and it drives me INSANE.

These are common complaints I hear from moms. What are your unmet needs? What is going well and what isn’t?

Parenting counseling

Become a connected mom who is present in body & mind, forming lasting bonds with your kids.

Learn evidence-based strategies that improve mental health. Learning new skills and strategies takes time. One of my favorite skills is self-compassion. We will find what works best for you, when you are ready.

“This is hard. I’m not alone. May I be gentle with myself.”

~Mona Delahooke, Ph.D.