Category Archives: Counseling
Looking for a Specific Post? Search Below.
Mental Health Medication – to Medicate or not to Medicate
As a therapist, I have listened to numerous clients share their fears about taking medication to support their mental health needs. Common fears include side effects, adjustment periods, weaning side effects, “zombie effects”,…
Winter Blues
At this point, it’s no secret that winter blues are a real thing. Add the extra barriers that mothers face in getting out of the house, such as packing a full diaper bag,…
What I Didn’t Know About Adoption
People make a lot of assumptions about adoption. About why mothers (families) voluntarily place babies for adoption, and why individuals and/or couples look to adoption to grow their family. A lot of clichés…
Calm in the Storm
“Is it always going to be like this?”. There are times when it seems non-stop. Whether it’s a season of non-stop illnesses or a never-ending custody battle or your own nameless personal battle…
Is it me? Am I the drama?
Our mind is a trickster. It tends to view life through a certain lens, but that lens can be tainted by the feelings we are experiencing. This in turn impacts our actions; leading…
Things to Know About Adoption
Social workers have really interesting jobs. I work in an office full of social workers and I am constantly amazed at their ability to tackle difficult conversations with clients about difficult life circumstances.…
Perinatal Anxiety & Perinatal Depression
When my kids were very young, summer was always the most stressful time of year for me. I felt a tremendous amount of pressure to make the most of each day, plan amazing…
Maternal Mental Health
The Blue Dot (https://www.thebluedotproject.org/) has become a symbol of solidarity for families that have experienced perinatal mood disorders. Hopeful Beginnings is proud to offer free counseling services that help empower and heal families.…
A Mother’s Counseling Journey
Although my pregnancy started off as planned, it quickly went off course due to all the chaos within my personal life. For years I battled with anxiety disorder and depression, but I was…
What are the Signs of Perinatal Depression
Depression or anxiety that occurs during pregnancy is called perinatal depression or perinatal anxiety. Perinatal depression can include symptoms such as; frequent crying, mood swings, irritability, extreme fatigue, difficulty concentrating, sleep problems, loss…
Mother’s Fear of Seeking Mental Health Support
One of the most common fears that prevent new mothers from seeking mental health support is the fear that their child (or children) will be taken away from them if they reveal that…
Hopeful Beginnings 2022 in Review
As we wind down 2022, I want to take time to reflect on the best present that we can give this season and that is the gift of hope. On so many occasions…
Latest Blog
Check Out Our Blog
Contact Us
Get In Touch
Please complete the form below to contact us regarding our
services or general questions you have. One of our
representatives will be in touch with you shortly. We are here to
help you.
"*" indicates required fields
The information on this website is for informational purposes only; it is deemed accurate but not guaranteed. It does not constitute professional advice. Testimonials are not a guarantee, warranty or prediction of what your experience with us will be. By providing contact information, users acknowledge and give explicit consent to be contacted via the methods of communication provided, including SMS. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. Reply STOP to opt out.
St Mary’s Services DBA Hopeful Beginnings is a 501c3, registered under EIN #36-2167889.