Infertility

an unexpected setback on your path to motherhood

Receiving an infertility diagnosis and facing difficulties in conceiving can be an incredibly challenging and emotionally distressing experience. It can shatter the expectations and dreams of becoming a parent that you may have had for so long. Infertility can evoke a range of emotions, including sadness, frustration, anger, and a sense of loss. It can also lead to feelings of inadequacy or a questioning of one's identity, especially if parenthood has been a significant part of their life goals.

The process of trying to conceive and unforeseen obstacles can create an overwhelming sense of uncertainty about your future. The dreams of starting a family may suddenly feel out of reach, and this can lead to a deep sense of grief and mourning for the potential child and family life that was envisioned.

Why infertility counseling?  

Infertility counseling includes all aspects of infertility and those who have a desire to conceive. I provide personalized therapy to women deciding to become single mothers by choice; same sex and hetero couples, LGBTQ, and trans individuals navigate their journey to become parents via fertility treatments. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with unexplained infertility, are trying to conceive after a loss; need support through third party reproduction (egg/sperm/embryo donation, surrogacy); pondering the decision to live child-free; have experienced pregnancy or infant loss; or are pregnant and parenting; I am here to support you every step of the way. 


What does infertility mean?

Infertility, in simple terms, happens when a woman who is trying to conceive finds it difficult to get pregnant or carry a pregnancy to term. Infertility can come in different forms and affect both women and men. It could be due to issues with ovulation, sperm quality, reproductive organ conditions, or a combination of factors. Sometimes, there might not even be a clear explanation, which can make it even more perplexing. It's important to remember that infertility does not define you as a person or your worth as a mother and there is support available.

Feelings and issues that may arise around an infertility diagnosis:

  • Disbelief, you are in excellent health

  • Stressed by the care you’ve received from your medical provider

  • Feel like your body has failed you

  • Constant worry that you may not be able to become a mother

  • Overanalyzing and consulting Dr. Google to understand your diagnosis and prognosis

  • Anger watching gender reveals on social media

  • Negative thoughts or self-talk

  • Hopelessness

  • Jealousy of other women who seem to get pregnant so easily

  • Isolating from your support network cause you think they’re tired of hearing about your problems  

  • Anxiety around the thought of TTC

Let’s keep it real, navigating infertility treatment on your path to motherhood can be daunting AF!

Taking a non traditional path to motherhood  can have many unexpected twists and turns that may have profound impact on your emotional, mental, spiritual and physical health. I will support you in knowing your treatment options, and guide you in communicating your needs to your support network in order to decrease overwhelm and doubt, and also  provide you with the tools to put in your tool kit to manage the multitude of stressors you may feel.

Therapy can play a significant role in helping individuals navigate the ups and downs of becoming a mother.

You know you need to do something for your emotional health and you’re trying to do all the right things to be healthy physically but it’s hard to stay motivated. Everything feels out of your control and you may begin to feel defeated if you are experiencing any setbacks that delay your timeline and vision of your life as a mother. Since when did becoming pregnant get to be this hard? Other women seem to get pregnant so easily. What’s wrong with me?!!

My goal is to help you work towards a shift in mindset that gives you the confidence and peace to surrender to the process. I walk with you and guide you around the unknowns, while giving you the support and tools you need to navigate the real ups and downs of infertility treatment. .

I help my clients understand and work through difficult feelings, feel less overwhelmed by the process, and bring hope and excitement back in to family building.

This service is for those who can commit to weekly sessions and reside in California.

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