Counseling for Success
Kiomi Mount, LICSW, DCSW
Depression Counseling
Postpartum Depression
After childbirth, it is common to have feelings of mild depression, loss of appetite, and difficulty sleeping or concentrating. But if you are feeling moderate to severe symptoms of depression within the first year after delivery, you may have postpartum depression.
Symptoms of Postpartum Depression
• Poor appetite
• Low energy and motivation
• Weight loss or gain
• Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
• Increased crying or tearfulness
• Decreased interest or pleasure in activities
• Feeling worthlessness, hopelessness or excessive guilt
• Feeling restless, irritable or anxious
• Thoughts about hurting yourself or your baby
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Causes of Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is often caused by changes in hormones or a stressful event. Other contributing factors include:
• Difficulty during childbirth or unexpected complications
• Feelings of loss or lack of control over your life
• Lack of support from friends or family
• Past history of depression
• Past abuse or trauma
• Marital or family issues
• Fertility treatments
• A very fussy baby
• Increased stress
• Feeling alone
Treatment of Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression can effectively be treated counseling, or a combination of counseling and medication.
During counseling you will receive support and guidance to help you through this difficult time. You will learn how to effectively reduce your fears and frustrations, address marital or family concerns, and develop skills to cope with all the changes involved with being a new mother.
It is highly recommended that women do not delay getting help. The well-being of yourself and family are at stake. The longer you wait, the more challenging your condition may become.
Refresh your mind, renew your body, ease away tension and stress.
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