In-Person in Redmond, OR, Telehealth in OR, CA & FL
Therapy That Feels Like Treatment
Postpartum - Sleep for you and baby - Couples
You come to therapy because you want to feel better, learn about yourself, and see changes.
Self-Doubt Starts to Creep In
This is the 4th time that you have gotten spit up on you think, "Is she spitting up too much?"
The baby has only taken 30-minute naps so far today, and will only sleep on you. You think, "Is she getting enough sleep, or am I damaging her development?" "Should I be sleep training her?"
You have run out of ideas on what to do with your baby for the day. You look at the clock, and it is 11:30 am... You start to wonder, "Shouldn't I be enjoying her right now?" "Am I a bad mom if I am bored?"
That Moment of Overwhelm and Rage
Your baby has been crying nonstop for 30 minutes. You have tried everything. You went down the checklist: fed, clean diaper, not time for nap yet, did some leg movements to check to see if it was gas, burped them... nothing is working.
Your ears start to ring, and you feel your chest tightening, and your breath gets shallow. You feel a rush of overwhelm and rage, and punch your leg so hard that it left a bruise.
You set the baby down and hold your head in your hands, just sobbing, thinking, "I am such a bad mom, I should be able to figure out what is wrong with him!"
That Feeling Of Isolation
You get into bed and get on your phone right away. You look over and see your partner. They are on their phone too.
You used to be best friends with your partner before the baby. Now... they are right there but feel a million miles away. You sink into your side of the bed feeling so alone, misunderstood and unwanted.
Sleep Deprivation Builds
You're lying awake in bed at 2 am and your mind cannot shut off. You just fed your baby and your are listening to see if they are asleep yet and it is safe for you to fall back asleep.
Once you can tell they are asleep, now your mind is wondering and you cannot stop it. 40 minutes pass and you are still not asleep. Now, you wonder if it is even worth it to try and fall asleep again because baby is just going to wake up in an hour anyways.
You wake up the next day with only a few hours of broken sleep and you are more exhausted then when you went to bed.
Is Therapy Even Worth It?
You are coming to therapy because you want to feel better, learn about yourself, and see changes.
You have been to therapy in the past, and it just felt like you were paying someone to talk to. Sure, it was helpful to hold a space for yourself, but it did not feel like you learned any skills to take with you. You wonder, "Is it even worth it to get help?"
Therapy with me is specialized and evidence-based treatment, not just talking.
You don't need a friend, you need to get help. You need to take care of yourself, gain some tools, and realign with your parenting values.
Hi, I’m Kristina
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker, and a mom who struggled through postpartum thinking, "I was prepared, so why is this so hard?" and "I should be able to do this and enjoy it. The mom who was asked, "Don't you just love this phase?" and answered back in my head, "No, absolutely not, this is the hardest thing I have ever done!"
I am not only a therapist with years of experience, but also a mom who gets it!
What it is like working with me
I provide treatments that actually work, so you can start feeling better sooner, rather than therapy just feeling like talking to a good friend.
We are all different and have different goals. I use a combination of T.E.A.M CBT, DBT, ACT, CBT for Insomnia, the Gottman Method, and pediatric sleep consulting to support you in your unique struggles.
Find The Specialized Treatment You Deserve
Sleep
Postpartum Mental Health
Couples
Reclaim your calm, confidence and joy with evidenced - based treatments that actually work!
How Therapy Works!
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We will discuss your unique challenges and goals and decide if we are a good fit. If not, no worries, I will leave you with referrals so someone who would be a good fit.
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We will set concrete and achievable goals that are tailored to you that will help move you towards a path of empowerment.
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Gain tools, strategies and receive ongoing support in navigating motherhood with clarity and confiedence.
You Deserve to Feel Supported, Rested and Thrive in Motherhood.
Let’s create a plan that brings calm, confidence and joy to you and your family
You have achieved so much in life, and now, you can thrive as a mother too. Whether it is therapy to manage postpartum anxiety, gentle sleep consulting to ease those sleepless nights, or support to reconnect with your partner, I am here for you!
Motherhood isn’t just about caring for your children. It is about caring for yourself too.
In-person and telehealth options
My office is located in downtown Redmond. Can’t make it into the office? No worries – you can always join from the convience of your home.
No childcare? No worries! Babies are welcome in person and online.