Whole Family Wellness
Postpartum doula and Therapy Services
As a caring Labor Doula, I provide all the emotional, educational and physical support you need during labor and delivery. Whether you’re interested in a Creating a birth plan, labor support or education on the labor process, I’m here for you.
As a caring Postpartum Doula, I provide all the emotional, educational and physical support you need during pregnancy, labor and beyond. Whether you’re interested in a birthing class, labor support or breastfeeding advice, I’m here for you.
As a mental health therapist, I provide services to work through trauma, intrusive thoughts, negative beliefs, and so much more. I have training in the following therapeutic modalities: EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, and dbt. I am also trained through PSI on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
All About Me
Who I Am
Professionally:
I have been practicing as an LMSW offering mental health therapy services in the des Moines area. I have worked with children, families, and individuals. I also offer Labor and postpartum support as a Labor and postpartum doula! I am excited to meet you!
Personally:
I have a beautiful two year old daughter and a wonderful husband of 12 years. in my free time i enjoy traveling, running, concerts and BEING WITH MY FAMILY.
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Services
I am a trained Labor and Postpartum Doula through CAPPA. As a Labor Doula you can expect some prenatal planning for birth, support during labor, and some support after labor. As a Postpartum Doula you can expect help and support immediately after labor. We can navigate new life routines together, help during challenging times, education you may need to take care of yourself and newborn, and referrals if other services are needed.
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I am also a LMSW practicing therapy in a women's mental health clinic. Our clinic specializes in women in the perinatal period but is open to all other people as well. I have been trained through PSI for the perinatal period and PMAD's that come along with this period. I have also been trained in different modalities including but not limited to EMDR, CBT, DBT, and TF-CBT.
Labor Doula
I am a trained Labor Doula through CAPPA. By hiring a Labor Doula you can expect prenatal birth planning, around the clock support during labor and delivery , and some immediate help during the first week postpartum.
Postpartum Doula
I am a trained Postpartum Doula through CAPPA. By hiring a Postpartum Doula you can expect help in the following areas: infant care, mother care, basic household chores, basic errands and childcare, education, and referrals. If you do not see a service listed here that you would like we can talk about it!
Mental Health Therapy
I am currently practicing therapy through Bloom Women's Wellness in Urbandale IA. Our clinic specializes in the perinatal population but sees all other populations too! I have training and use the following modalities in therapy: EMDR, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT. We currently accept BCBS or Self Pay clients.
