The Realities of Pregnancy and Postpartum
You’ve heard that “everything changes when you have a baby.” What many don’t talk about is just how true that is—emotionally, physically, mentally, and relationally. For some, that shift starts with the pregnancy test. For others, it hits after the baby is born and the haze of sleep deprivation and hormone shifts takes hold.
Not everyone enjoys being pregnant. The loss of control over your body, the endless to-dos, and the ever-present fear of doing something wrong can be exhausting. Postpartum, even more changes unfold—healing, feeding, adjusting, and learning to parent while managing your own emotions.
We often hear from parents:
“I should be happier.”
“This isn’t what I expected.”
“I feel so alone, even surrounded by people.”
Up to 1 in 5 moms experience postpartum depression or anxiety. And 1 in 10 dads do, too. Yet many feel like they have to push through without support, unsure if what they're feeling “counts.”
It does. And it’s valid.
We Offer Specialized Perinatal and Postpartum Support
Whether you're experiencing mood shifts, anxiety, birth trauma, or relationship stress, our therapists are here to help you feel seen, supported, and grounded again. At Heights Family Counseling, we provide counseling for:
Prenatal anxiety or depression
Birth trauma and medical complications
Postpartum depression and anxiety
Emotional shifts in new parenthood
Partner and marital challenges during transition
Grief after miscarriage, NICU stays, or difficult deliveries
Therapy That Works for You—Even in This Season
We know getting to therapy during the perinatal or postpartum period can feel overwhelming. That’s why we offer flexible options, including:
Online therapy across Texas, so you can attend sessions from the comfort of your home.
In-person sessions where babies are welcome, so you don’t have to choose between your mental health and your childcare needs.
Partner sessions to support communication, roles, and emotional closeness during a time that can be hard on relationships.
Support for Your Relationship, Too
Having a baby doesn’t just impact the individual—it impacts the entire couple. Expectations shift, sleep disappears, and communication gets tested. We often say that just like couples benefit from premarital counseling, they also benefit from pre-baby counseling or postpartum relational support.
Our therapists are trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and we also have counselors trained in Becoming Us, a framework designed specifically to support couples through the transition to parenthood.
You Deserve to Be Supported
Whether you’re preparing to welcome a new baby, navigating postpartum emotions, or just trying to stay afloat in this massive life transition, you don’t have to do it alone.
We’re here to support you with real tools, compassionate care, and a space that’s just for you—where you can show up as you are, even if that means showing up with a stroller and a diaper bag in tow.
Begin Perinatal or Postpartum Counseling in Houston or San Antonio
You matter, and so does your experience. Let's walk this journey together.
Here’s how to get started:
Contact our office to schedule a free consultation
Meet with one of our compassionate therapists (virtually or in-person)
Begin feeling supported, understood, and more connected to yourself and your growing family
👉 Ready to take the first step? Contact us today.