Struggling After Birth? Get Help from a Postpartum Depression Therapist, Dallas
You’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering why this chapter of motherhood feels so heavy. If the joy you expected is clouded by sadness, guilt, or emotional distance, you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. These feelings may be signs of postpartum depression, a common and treatable condition.
You deserve to be heard, supported, and guided, without judgment.
At Total Life Counseling, we understand the emotional weight new moms carry. Our specialized postpartum depression therapists in Dallas offer a safe, judgment-free space to talk, heal, and reclaim yourself. Whether you’re navigating intrusive thoughts, disconnection, or constant anxiety, we’re here to help you feel like you again.
Reach out today! Because healing starts with a conversation.

Are You Wondering If This Is Postpartum Depression?
You may be smiling on the outside, but inside, you’re drowning in guilt, fear, or numbness. If you’re wondering whether these feelings are the symptoms of postpartum depression, let’s talk honestly:
- You cry often, and not always for a clear reason.
- You feel disconnected from your new baby or overwhelmed by guilt.
- You’re anxious, restless, or constantly on edge.
- Sleep feels impossible, even when your baby is resting.
- You’ve lost interest in things you once enjoyed.
- You struggle with hopelessness or thoughts of worthlessness.
- You feel trapped, like you’re failing, even when others say you’re doing fine.
- You’ve had thoughts of harming yourself or fear you might.
You’re not broken. These are signs your mind is reaching out for support. And at Total Life Counseling in Dallas, that support is here; compassionate, professional, and ready when you are.

What causes PPD?
Postpartum depression isn’t a weakness; it’s a response to real challenges, both internal and external. Understanding the causes can bring clarity and relief. Some common triggers include:
- Changes in hormone levels after childbirth impact mood and emotional regulation.
- Sleep deprivation strains mental and physical resilience.
- Emotional overload from new responsibilities and identity changes.
- Unresolved trauma or a history of depression or anxiety.
- Lack of support from partners, family, or community.
- Difficult birth experiences or complications during delivery.
- Pressure to “do it all” or meet unrealistic expectations.
At Total Life Counseling in Dallas, we help you untangle these layers with personalized, compassionate postpartum depression therapy so you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to heal. Talk to one of our postpartum counselors for 15 minutes at no cost and take the first step toward healing today. |
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How Can You Find Relief from Postpartum Depression?
Relief begins with the right support, someone who sees beyond the surface and truly listens. A trained postpartum depression therapist can help you untangle the mix of emotions, from intense irritability and sadness to postpartum anxiety and numbness.
Postpartum depression therapy provides a safe space to explore the deeper struggles behind the baby blues, shifts in attachment, and identity changes that many new mothers face.
Whether your journey followed fertility treatments or came unexpectedly, healing is possible. Our licensed postpartum depression counselors in Dallas work with new parents to restore clarity, confidence, and connection. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
If you’re searching for “postpartum depression counseling, Dallas” or “postpartum depression therapy near me, Dallas”, know that compassionate, evidence-based support is available at TLC.
How Our Dallas Therapists Support You Through Postpartum Depression Therapy?
This isn’t just about getting through the day, it’s about helping you feel whole again. Therapy at Total Life Counseling is personal, compassionate, and tailored to you. Let’s start with where you are, not where you think you should be. We’re here to walk with you, step by step.
Do you feel trapped in thoughts like “I’m failing at this” or “Something’s wrong with me”? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps you break that cycle by identifying and reshaping the thoughts that fuel your emotional pain. It’s a proven, effective approach for treating postpartum depression and anxiety in new mothers.
Benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
- Challenge and reframe self-critical thinking
- Learn clear strategies to manage overwhelm and worry
- Strengthen emotional resilience and coping skills
- Feel more in control of your mood and daily life
- Restore confidence in your role as a parent
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) focuses on the relationships and life transitions that impact your emotional health, helping you strengthen connections and navigate change with more confidence. Our counselors in Dallas use IPT to help new mothers feel heard, supported, and emotionally grounded, so healing can begin where it’s needed most.
Benefits of Interpersonal Therapy (IPT):
- Improve communication with your partner, family, and support system
- Work through grief, identity shifts, or fertility-related stress
- Address conflict or disconnection in key relationships
- Build stronger emotional support networks
- Reduce feelings of isolation and increase sense of belonging
Have you experienced a traumatic birth, medical complications, or fertility struggles that still feel unresolved? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful therapy that helps your brain reprocess distressing memories, so they stop holding emotional power over you.
Benefits of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR):
- Gently process birth trauma without reliving it
- Reduce emotional triggers tied to past events
- Ease symptoms of anxiety, panic, or helplessness
- Strengthen emotional regulation and resilience
- Rebuild a sense of safety and control in your body and mind
Are tension, miscommunication, or unmet expectations making this season even harder? Family and Couples Counseling creates a supportive space to navigate the changes that come with new parenthood. At Total Life Counseling in Dallas, our therapists help new parents work through the stress, so you can face this chapter as a united team.
Benefits of Family and Couples Counseling:
- Strengthen communication and emotional connection
- Align on parenting roles and responsibilities
- Reduce conflict and build mutual understanding
- Reconnect as partners, not just co-parents
- Create a healthier, more supportive home environment
Did your birth experience leave emotional wounds no one seems to see, or are you grieving a loss that others don’t fully understand? Birth Trauma & Perinatal Grief Therapy offers a space to process the pain with care, respect, and professional support.
Benefits of Birth Trauma & Perinatal Grief Therapy:
- Safely explore and release traumatic birth memories
- Honor and process miscarriage, stillbirth, or fertility loss
- Ease feelings of guilt, anger, or numbness
- Rebuild emotional safety and trust in your body
- Find peace and meaning in your experience, on your terms
Ready to Work with Someone Who Actually Listens?
You deserve a therapist who truly understands what you’re going through.
Every therapist at Total Life Counseling in Dallas is here for one reason: to help you feel seen, supported, and truly heard. We don’t just treat symptoms, we meet you where you are, with care that’s thoughtful and personal.
- Specialized in postpartum mental health: Our therapists are trained to work with postpartum depression, anxiety, birth trauma, and grief—this isn’t general therapy. It’s focused, expert care for new mothers and parents.
- Deeply compassionate, never clinical: You won’t be met with judgment or surface-level advice. Our approach is grounded in empathy, trust, and real human connection.
- Therapy that’s tailored to you: Whether you’re facing emotional disconnection, fertility struggles, or overwhelming baby blues, your treatment plan is built around your needs, not a one-size-fits-all model.
- Culturally aware and inclusive: We honor your values, background, and family structure. Every journey into parenthood is different, and we respect yours.
- Ready when you are: You can speak with a therapist for 15 minutes at no cost. A pressure-free way to take the first step and see if we’re the right fit.
The challenges of postpartum depression may feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to define your journey as a mother. Healing is within reach, and expert postpartum depression therapy in Dallas is here to help you regain your strength, your joy, and the fulfilling life you deserve.
Licensed Counselors & Therapists
Meet Our Team of Certified & Experienced Professionals
Total Life Counseling Center consists of Licensed Counselors, Masters Level Therapists, Espanol Counselors, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Business Coaches, Image Enhancement Coaches who provide counseling for emotional, mental, physical and spiritual care including marriage, individual, family, substance abuse and more. Our Counselors are Experts for National and Local TV, Radio and Print Media and we have an excellent reputation amongst graduate & private schools, attorneys, doctors, therapists, providers and corporations.
Dr. Jada Jackson
Ed.D, LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR, NATIONAL CERTIFIED COUNSELOR
Counselor, Coach, Guest Speaker, National TV Host, Self-Esteem, Sports Therapy, Teens, Couples and more!
Thuraya Alameri
MS, LPC-A
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, Dating, Relationship Recovery & Dysfunction, Self-esteem, Boundaries, Core Values & Identity, Sex Work (all age groups), Gender & Sexuality, Men’s & Women’s issues, Anxiety, Depression, and Grief.
Brooke Benedict
Ma, LPC-A
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate specializing in Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Adolescents, Women’s Issues, Spiritual Integration, more
Patricia Arps
MS, LPC-A, CRC
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate specializing in Positive Self-Talk, Cognitive Distortion Reversal Techniques, and Psych-social Intervention through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. more
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if what I’m feeling is postpartum depression or just the “baby blues”?
While baby blues are common and usually pass within two weeks, postpartum depression tends to last longer and feel more intense. If you’re experiencing ongoing sadness, anxiety, irritability, or disconnection, it’s time to speak with a therapist.
What can I expect in my first session with a postpartum depression therapist?
Your first session is about getting to know you—your experiences, emotions, and needs. It’s a safe, judgment-free space where we listen deeply and begin shaping a plan that fits you.
Do I need a formal diagnosis to start therapy?
Not at all. If you’re feeling off, overwhelmed, or unlike yourself, that’s enough reason to reach out. No diagnosis is needed to receive support.
Can I bring my baby to sessions?
Yes, in many cases. We understand the realities of new motherhood and will do our best to accommodate you. Let us know what you need, and we’ll work with you.
How long does therapy for postpartum depression typically last?
The length varies by individual. Some find relief in a few months; others benefit from longer support. We’ll regularly check in and adjust based on your goals and progress.
Dallas Office Location
Our Dallas counseling, therapy, group, coaching and career services are conveniently located at 6060 N. Central Expressway in Dallas, Tx.
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