Perinatal and Postpartum Mental Health Therapy

Attachment-Based, Trauma-Informed Support for New Moms and Parents

Therapy for Perinatal and Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, Birth Trauma, & Stress

in Burlington & Online Across Ontario

You're Not Alone in How You're Feeling

Welcoming a baby can be both beautiful and overwhelming. You may feel exhausted, anxious, or unlike yourself. You may be grieving the birth experience you didn’t have, struggling to bond with your baby, or feeling distant from your partner.

At The Therapeutic Way, we provide postpartum therapy in Burlington and online across Ontario, supporting you through the emotional, physical, and relational shifts that come with becoming a parent.

Experiencing emotional burnout and mental fatigue?

We Support Parents With:

  • Postpartum depression, anxiety, or intrusive thoughts

  • Birth trauma, NICU experiences, or pregnancy loss

  • Identity shifts and feeling "not like yourself"

  • Difficulty bonding with your baby or feeling triggered by parenting

  • Changes in your relationship with your partner

  • Old trauma resurfacing or feeling emotionally dysregulated

  • Feeling unseen, overwhelmed, or like you “should” be doing better

Why Trauma-Informed Postpartum Therapy?

In the postpartum period, your nervous system, identity, and relationships all go through major transitions. Our trauma and attachment-informed therapists help you process these experiences in a safe, nonjudgmental space.

Whether you're navigating postpartum depression or anxiety, birth trauma, or relationship stress, we help you reconnect with your sense of self and emotional well-being.

THE THERAPEUTIC WAY

How perinatal and postpartum therapy can help:

  • Managing emotional overwhelm — including feelings of shame, hopelessness, or disconnection

  • Rebuilding your sense of self-worth and confidence, especially after big life changes

  • Learning calming tools and relaxation techniques to soothe anxiety, irritability, and restlessness

  • Understanding your emotional triggers and gently building responses that support your healing

  • Reducing overthinking, self-criticism, and negative thought loops

  • Strengthening your ability to manage stress in a sustainable, nervous system-aware way

  • Returning to your daily rhythm—whether that’s caring for yourself, connecting with your baby or partner, or returning to work or school

  • Creating a plan to stay well, with tools for relapse prevention and continued support

Therapy for Perinatal and Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Stress

Our Approach to Healing: Compassionate, Relational, and Rooted in Evidence

  • Trauma-Informed & Parent-Infant Attachment Support

Our therapists are trained to recognize the impact of trauma, neglect, or difficult family dynamics—including narcissistic abuse—and help you gently rewire the patterns that no longer serve you.

  • Relational & Emotionally Attuned

We prioritize the therapeutic relationship. Healing happens through safe connection, not quick fixes. Your story will be held with care, and your healing journey will be supported without judgment.

  • Nervous System-Aware & Somatic Tools

Emotions live in the body, not just the mind. We integrate somatic experiencing, mindfulness, and body-based techniques to help you calm your nervous system, release stored tension, and feel more grounded in the present.

  • Couples Therapy for the Postpartum Transition

Support for couples navigating the emotional shifts of new parenthood. Strengthen your connection, improve communication, and move through the postpartum period together.

  • Strengths-Based & Empowering

Our goal is not just symptom relief, but transformation. We’ll help you build self-awareness, reclaim your voice, and move from surviving to thriving.

Take the first step towards healing and book a therapy session today. You deserve to live a life filled with certainty and inner peace.

Therapists specializing in Perinatal and Postportum Therapy

THE THERAPEUTIC WAY TEAM

SYEDA ZAIDI

*Accepting New Clients

CAROLINE MARTINI

*Accepting New Clients

MARIA CARREON

*Waitlist Available

THE THERAPEUTIC WAY

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. You don’t need a formal diagnosis to seek help. If you're struggling to cope emotionally, feel unlike yourself, or want support adjusting to parenthood, therapy can be a powerful step toward healing and stability.

  • Every journey is different. Some people feel a sense of relief after just a few therapy sessions—simply being heard and understood can be powerful. For deeper, more lasting change (like shifting negative thought patterns, improving sleep, or rebuilding confidence), it may take a few months of consistent support.

    We usually recommend starting with weekly sessions. As things improve, sessions can become less frequent. Our goal is to help you build tools for long-term emotional wellness, not just short-term relief.

  • Yes. We offer flexible online therapy options across Ontario, so you can receive support from the comfort of home. Some of our therapists also welcome infants during virtual or in-person sessions—let us know what you need.

You don’t have to handle it all on your own.

We offer a 20 mins free consultation so we can discuss how therapy can help you. 

FAQs

Please reach us at info@thetherapeuticway.ca if you cannot find an answer to your question.

  • Fees

    Individual therapy: 50 mins, 75 mins, 90 mins: $150- $180 +HST

    Couples therapy: 50 mins, 75 mins, 90 mins: $180- $220 +HST

    Family therapy: 50 mins, 75 mins, 90 mins: $180- $220 +HST

    Cancellation fee is charged as follows:

    Less than 24 hours before the appointment: 100% of session rate

    No-show appointment: 100% of session rate

    In case of illness or emergency, one time exemption and thereafter we require 24 hours notice

  • Yes, we do.

    It is recommended that you reach out to your insurance provider before our session to confirm whether your services are covered by a registered psychotherapist and eligible for reimbursement.

    After our session, you will be provided with a receipt that includes all the information required to submit to your insurer for reimbursement. If you have not been reimbursed, remember to keep your receipts to claim for tax deductions as medical expenses on your personal income tax filing.

  • The type of therapy that is best for you, depends on you as a person and the reason you are seeking therapy. There are different types of therapy, such as somatic-based therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, trauma-informed therapies, holistic therapy, existential therapy, and more. The type of therapy that is right for you will depend what you are looking for. While you may have an input in this, majority of the time the therapist will know what is best suited for you and will let you know.

    At The Therapeutic Way, we work with clients using an integrative approach to therapy, meaning using different modalities to suit your needs. We use a trauma-informed, holistic, and relational approach to working with you. Click here to learn more.

  • The difference between psychotherapist, psychologist, and psychiatrist, depends on education and scope of practice.

    Psychotherapist, psychologist, and psychiatrist can provide therapy called talk therapy.

    A psychotherapist can provide therapy under the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario, a psychologist can provide therapy under the College of Psychologists of Ontario, and a psychiatrist can provide therapy under College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

    Difference:

    Psychotherapist Education: Master’s Degree or higher

    Psychologist Education: PhD or PsyD.

    Psychiatrist: MD

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    Psychotherapist: Can’t diagnose

    Psychologist: Can do assessment and diagnose

    Psychiatrist: Can do assessment, diagnose, and prescribe medication

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    Psychotherapist Training: Counselling and focus on therapy techniques

    Psychologist: Focus on clinical research and assessment

    Psychiatrist: Use medical treatment such as prescribing medications for mental health conditions

    Before seeking help, it’s important to know what you need and are seeking. A consultation call can help you decide.

    At The Therapeutic Way, we are registered psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario.

  • The term psychotherapy and counselling are often used interchangeably with some slight differences. Psychotherapy refers to the treatment based for psychological disorders and mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, ect. Counselling refers to wellness support and providing insights and clarity which leads to growth or personal betterment.

    At The Therapeutic Way, we provide both psychotherapy and counselling.

  • Online therapy is as effective as in person therapy. What is most important with any format of therapy is the strong therapeutic relationship between you and your therapist. Online therapy is a good option when coming in-person is not feasible, when you have dependents at home, and it is also more convenient.

    At The Therapeutic Way, we offer online therapy and therapy by phone from the convenience of your home. Click here to learn more about our online therapy.