The beginning of a new year is a great opportunity to think about our lives and make positive changes. Many people set goals for themselves, like eating better, exercising more, or spending quality time with loved ones. However, for new parents—whether you’re expecting a baby, recently gave birth, or dealing with the challenges of early parenting—the most important goal you can set is to take care of your mental well-being.

Becoming a parent is a wonderful experience, but it can also bring a lot of stress and anxiety. If you’re feeling tired, worried, or overwhelmed by the changes that come with this new chapter in your life, talking to a therapist can really help. At Pasadena Perinatal Therapy, we provide caring support designed to meet the specific challenges of pregnancy, the period after giving birth, and parenting. We’re here to help you start the new year feeling more focused and supported.

Why Therapy is a Powerful Resolution for New Parents

As parents, we often prioritize our baby’s needs above everything else, and it’s easy to forget about our own well-being. However, putting ourselves last can result in exhaustion, stress in our relationships, and challenges in adapting to the changes that come with parenthood. Taking care of your mental health is just as important as caring for your baby.

If you’re experiencing any of the following, the new year may be the perfect time to seek support:

• Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally numb after giving birth
• Struggling with grief from a miscarriage or infant loss
• Facing challenges in your relationship as you and your partner adjust to parenting
• Dealing with infertility and the emotional toll it takes
• Feeling pressure to be the “perfect” parent while struggling internally

No matter what you’re going through, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Therapy Options for Every Parenting Journey

At Pasadena Perinatal Therapy, we offer a range of services to meet the needs of new and expecting parents, including:

• Pregnancy Therapy in Pasadena: Supporting emotional well-being during pregnancy, addressing fears, anxieties, and past traumas that may affect your journey to parenthood.
• Postpartum Therapy in Pasadena: Helping new parents navigate mood changes, postpartum depression, and the transition into parenthood with confidence.
• Infertility Therapy in Pasadena: Providing emotional support for individuals and couples experiencing fertility struggles, grief, and the stress of medical treatments.
• Parenting Therapy in Pasadena: Helping parents develop healthy coping skills, strengthen bonds with their children, and navigate parenting challenges with resilience.
• Couple Therapy in Pasadena: Strengthening communication and emotional connection between partners as they adjust to their new roles as parents.
• Postpartum Group Therapy in Pasadena: Connecting new parents with others who understand their struggles, providing community support and shared healing.

Feedback-Informed Treatment: Personalized Support for Every Parent

At Pasadena Perinatal Therapy, we believe in Feedback-Informed Treatment (FIT), a personalized approach that ensures therapy is tailored to your needs. This method helps track progress and adjust therapy techniques based on real-time feedback, ensuring you receive the most effective care. Whether you’re interested in individual therapy in Pasadena or group support, FIT allows us to create a customized treatment plan that evolves with you.

Meet Our Experienced Therapists

Our team of dedicated therapists, including Tanya Veluz (Pasadena), Emily Viglietta (Pasadena), and Samantha Canter (Pasadena), specialize in perinatal mental health and offer compassionate, evidence-based care. We understand that every parent’s journey is unique, and we are here to provide the support you need to thrive.

Make 2025 the Year You Prioritize Your Mental Health

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy but haven’t taken the step yet, consider making this new year your time to start.

Start the new year with self-compassion and support. Contact us today to schedule your first session.