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Our therapists offer postpartum depression counseling in Chesterfield, VA

Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance.

Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance. Scheduling is easy — call our team and they’ll help you find your perfect match.

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3,798 people sought postpartum depression counseling help in Virginia in the last year

Discover how starting postpartum depression counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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As we all face life challenges often consisting of anxiety, poor time management, lack of self-care and stress, I understand the components of anxiety... As we all face life challenges often consisting of anxiety, poor time management, lack of self-care and stress, I understand the components of anxiety, isolation, and depression that have impacted one's mental health. Read more

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Starting Postpartum depression counseling

What is postpartum depression counseling?

Postpartum depression counseling is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on treating individuals who have given birth and are experiencing clinically significant symptoms of depression in the months after giving birth. This condition is often a result of the drastic hormone and life changes that occur after childbirth.

How does postpartum depression counseling work?

To treat postpartum depression, Thriveworks Chesterfield therapists will use common approaches for depression treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy, while keeping in mind the hormonal changes and added stress that come with giving birth and taking care of a child. The approaches used are often tailored to the client in order to make treatment as effective as possible. Psychotherapy may also take place alongside the use of antidepressants or other medications.

Is postpartum depression counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks postpartum depression counseling in Chesterfield, VA is conducted both in person and virtually via online counseling. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does postpartum depression counseling last?

Postpartum depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, depending on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.

Need more help deciding?

Postpartum depression makes moms (and sometimes dads) feel sad, guilty, and hopeless. They experience a disconnect from their newborn and lose interest in caring for the baby, in addition to other harmful symptoms that many don’t know how to cope with.

Fortunately, postpartum depression counseling at Thriveworks provides answers. If you just had a baby and think you might be a victim of postpartum depression, reach out to Thriveworks Chesterfield. Our counselors and therapists can help you understand and manage the many harmful symptoms that often come with this disorder.

Do I Have Postpartum Depression? What Are the Symptoms?

As we mentioned above, postpartum depression makes women (and sometimes men) feel sad, hopeless, and guilty after giving birth or in the last trimester of pregnancy. They often feel disconnected from their baby or don’t want to care for the baby. In addition, they experience other harmful symptoms like:

  • Insomnia
  • Fatigue
  • Changes in activity levels
  • Loss of energy
  • Feelings of worthlessness
  • Inability to focus
  • Suicidal thoughts

You might notice that these symptoms are characteristic of major depression. However, those with postpartum depression experience additional symptoms related to caring for their baby like:

  • The fear of being alone with their baby
  • Being unable to care properly for their baby
  • Having little to no interest in their baby
  • Worrying excessively about their baby
  • Having other negative feelings related to their baby

How Can Counseling or Therapy Help?

Postpartum depression is scary, especially when you aren’t sure what these symptoms signify or how to cope with these symptoms. This makes your seeking treatment important. If you can relate to the above symptoms and think you might have postpartum depression, reach out to Thriveworks Chesterfield. Our counselors will tailor treatment to your unique situation and experience with postpartum depression. That said, you can expect to discuss…

  1. Your feelings: Your counselor will want to understand exactly how you’re feeling and what symptoms you’re experiencing. Remember, every experience is different.
  2. Your thoughts: They’ll also want to discuss your thoughts—do you think you’re at fault? Are you placing blame on yourself (even though you haven’t done anything wrong)?
  3. Your actions: Your counselor will always want to know what actions you’re taking. Are you lashing out at your significant other as a result of your feelings? Are you taking extra good care of yourself during this time?

Finally, your counselor will talk to you about how you can improve in therapy. They’ll ask about your hopes for the future, and then help you cope with the symptoms you’re experiencing, as well as map out a plan for developing a healthy relationship with your baby. In sum, you and your counselor will work together to challenge and overcome harmful thoughts, change unhealthy behaviors, and create a better tomorrow for you and your family.

Set Up an Appointment at Thriveworks Chesterfield

To schedule an appointment at Thriveworks Chesterfield, give us a call at (804) 419-4122. A scheduling specialist will help you set up a session that works for you—be it a weekday or weekend appointment, daytime or nighttime. In any case, we look forward to meeting you, beginning this important work, and helping you to live a happy, healthy life despite postpartum depression.

 

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Chesterfield therapists and counselors accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Chesterfield
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Dr. Ashely is wonderful, knowledgeable, and so so helpful. I'm very thankful to be connected with her! Thank you.
Crysta Mar 2025
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My therapist is very insightful and helpful. She expressed understanding and helped me with finding solutions to issues I was having problems with. I am very pleased with the help I am receiving from Thrive. I also like the videos on the website. They are also very helpful. I appreciate that I can have my sessions over Zoom. It's very convenient and I'm in the comfort of my own home. I'm extremely happy with Thrive. I thank you.
Read more My therapist is very insightful and helpful. She expressed understanding and helped me with finding solutions to issues I was having problems with. I am very pleased with the help I am receiving from Thrive. I also like the videos on the website. They are also very helpful. I appreciate that I can have my sessions over Zoom. It's very convenient and I'm in the comfort of my own home. I'm extremely happy with Thrive. I thank you.
Robin Mar 2025
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I like that I feel like it's a safe space for me to just spill everything that's been on my mind and built up inside of me. Nessalyn is a good listener and validates my emotions. I would like to get into receiving feedback or actual techniques for coping from my therapist.
Read more I like that I feel like it's a safe space for me to just spill everything that's been on my mind and built up inside of me. Nessalyn is a good listener and validates my emotions. I would like to get into receiving feedback or actual techniques for coping from my therapist.
Courtney Mar 2025
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Ashley seems like a good fit for me and was very thorough. She asked the right questions and was a good listener. Looking forward to more time with her.
Daniel Mar 2025
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Cheryl Colt is wonderful. She listens and she provides good feedback. She is very wise and I am so thankful for our sessions. The therapy helps me with managing my anxiety. I look forward to meeting with her each week and I feel better after our appointments.
Read more Cheryl Colt is wonderful. She listens and she provides good feedback. She is very wise and I am so thankful for our sessions. The therapy helps me with managing my anxiety. I look forward to meeting with her each week and I feel better after our appointments.
Kasey Mar 2025
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Wish my sessions were more than once a week.
Kevin Mar 2025
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Cheryl has very thoughtful questions for me to think about between each session
Holly Mar 2025
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I appreciated that my therapist was professional, interested in what I wanted to talk about, was a good listener, and asked questions.
Brenda Mar 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Across the street is Simple Intervention and Huff Poole & Mahoney PC legal services. Next door is Branches of Life and the office of dentist Sasala Albert. There is also a Starbucks in the parking lot, as well as First Watch restaurant and TowneBank.

Phone number

(804) 375-5195

Languages spoken by VA providers

  • English
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