How to Find a Postpartum Therapist in Massachusetts (Without Adding More to Your Mental Load)

Blaire Melius
Jul 10
3 min read

You’re googling therapy while holding a baby. Or maybe you’re crying in the bathroom between feedings, wondering why this feels so heavy. You know you need support, but searching for the right postpartum therapist feels overwhelming. And let’s be honest… it’s one more thing on an already overloaded plate.

If you’re a mom in Massachusetts navigating postpartum anxiety, rage, depression, or just that vague sense of “I don’t feel like myself anymore” - you’re NOT alone. And you don’t have to figure this out on your own either.

Here’s a simple guide to finding postpartum therapy in Massachusetts, and what to look for when choosing a therapist who really gets it.

You deserve a therapist who understands postpartum

Postpartum isn’t just about “baby blues.” It can be:

Feeling anxious any time the baby cries (or even when they don’t)
Snapping at your partner and feeling instant guilt
Dreading nighttime because you know you won’t sleep well, again
Feeling completely touched out, overstimulated, or resentful
Looking in the mirror and barely recognizing yourself

A therapist who specializes in maternal mental health will know how to hold space for all of this - without judgment. Look for someone who mentions:

Postpartum anxiety, depression, or rage
Birth trauma
Identity shifts in motherhood
The mental load and invisible labor
Advanced training in perinatal and postpartum mental health

You don’t need to leave the house to get help

Let’s be real...most new moms aren’t getting in the car, navigating childcare, and showing up for weekly sessions in person. (And if you are? You deserve a medal.)

That’s why we offer virtual postpartum therapy to clients across Massachusetts - so you can get support from your couch, your car, or even the nursery. Teletherapy is shown to be just as effective and allows you to build a real connection without having to rearrange your entire life.

Therapy should feel like relief, not another task

At our practice, we specialize in supporting moms in the thick of it - those early weeks and months (and years) when everything feels upside down. Whether you’re a first-time mom, going through postpartum again, or grieving who you used to be, you deserve care that’s warm, affirming, and tailored to you.

Anna Byrd, LMHC, is now accepting virtual clients across Massachusetts. She’s compassionate, grounded, and deeply passionate about helping moms feel more like themselves again.

If you’ve been thinking:

“I know I need help, but I don’t know where to start…”

This is your start.

What to Expect in Postpartum Therapy

Postpartum therapy isn’t about fixing you-it’s about giving you space to be human.

In sessions with us, you might:

Talk through feelings you’ve been afraid to say out loud
Learn tools to manage anxiety or intrusive thoughts
Explore your shifting identity and what it means to be “you” now
Practice setting boundaries, even with people you love

You don’t have to have the perfect words. You don’t have to come in with a plan. We’ll meet you exactly where you are.

Common Questions About Therapy for Moms

“What if I cry the whole session?” That’s okay. There’s no wrong way to show up.

“Do I have to bring up my whole past?” Only if it feels helpful - we move at your pace.

“Can I talk about things like sex, rage, or regret?” Yes. Nothing is off limits.

“How soon will I feel better?”Many clients feel relief within a few sessions, just by having a space that’s theirs.

Finding Postpartum Therapy in Massachusetts Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated

If you’re searching for a postpartum therapist in Massachusetts, you don’t need to do it alone - perfectly. Whether you’re in Boston, Worcester, the Cape, or tucked into a small town, support is available from wherever you are. We offer virtual sessions throughout the state so you can get the care you need without adding more to your to-do list.