You shouldn't have to do this alone. Community makes a difference.
"Everyone told me I'd have a village. I've never felt more alone."
No commitment. We'll confirm your coverage before your first session.
You might benefit from therapy if…
- ✓You're isolated despite being surrounded by people, and you can't put your finger on why
- ✓Your friendships have changed and you're not sure how to rebuild them
- ✓You don't have family nearby, or the family you have isn't the support you need
- ✓You're hesitant to ask for help and you can feel yourself running on empty
- ✓You compare yourself to people whose village looks great on social media
- ✓You want to build community but you don't know where to start
Dr. Emily Guarnotta
Psychologist & Founder
From our founder
Loneliness in new parenthood is one of the most clinical issues I treat that doesn't get called clinical. The village is mostly gone in modern American life, and rebuilding any version of it takes intention. I tell my clients that you don't need a crowd. You need a few real people. That's achievable, and the work is worth it.
What therapy looks like
Our Support & Community specialists
Most Phoenix Health therapists hold PMH-C certification — the gold standard in perinatal mental health.
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Tiara Okoruwa
PhD, LCSW
Tiara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas specializing in perinatal mental health, supporting expecting and new parents through anxiety, grief, and the transition to parenthood using a trauma-informed, integrative approach.
Licensed in TX
Lyndsay Ward
LCSW, PMH-C
Lyndsay is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York dedicated to guiding parents through the unique challenges and transitions found in every stage of the family-building journey.
Licensed in NY
Sailys Concepcion
LMHC, LPC, LPCC, PMH-C
Sailys is a bilingual therapist who helps parents navigate the emotional journey of pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and loss across California, Florida, Georgia, Arizona, Washington, and Louisiana.
Licensed in CA, LA, WA, AZ, GA, FL
Amanda Flowers
LPC, PMH-C
Amanda is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Montana specializing in perinatal mental health, supporting clients through pregnancy, postpartum, and infertility using a collaborative, trauma-informed, and mind-body approach.
Licensed in TX, MT
Real clients. Real relief.
What our clients say about their experience.
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“"I had a big group of friends before my baby and somehow felt more alone than ever. Nobody wanted to hear the hard parts. Everyone wanted the cute photos. I felt like I was performing happy new mom for everyone in my life and dying inside. My therapist was the first person who asked how I actually was and waited for the real answer."”
— mom of 1
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“"All my friends from before had kids who were three and four years older than mine. They'd moved past the stage I was in. My family was far away. My husband was supportive but couldn't give me what I needed from another mother. My therapist helped me stop waiting for community to appear and start building it intentionally."”
— mom of 1
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“"I didn't know how to make mom friends as an adult and I was too tired to try. I sat alone at the playground while other women seemed to effortlessly know each other. The loneliness was worse than the exhaustion. My therapist helped me understand that isolation is a symptom, not a character flaw, and helped me figure out what I actually needed to feel less alone."”
— first-time mom
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“I felt like everyone else had a village and I had been left out. My therapist helped me see I had been quietly cutting people off because asking for help felt impossible. We worked on that for months. I have friends now who actually show up.”
— Ruby, mom of two
Expert care.
Covered by insurance.
We're in-network with major plans in 10 states so you can receive care without financial stress.
Most clients pay less than $20 per session.
We verify your benefits before your first session — no surprises on cost.
Accepted Insurance Networks
Ready to start Support & Community therapy? Here’s how it works.
The whole process takes about 5 minutes. We handle insurance — you just show up.
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Book your free call
A quick 15-minute chat to hear what you're going through, answer your questions, and make sure we're a great fit for your needs. No cost, no commitment.
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Get matched
We'll pair you with the right specialist for your specific situation. We'll also check your insurance, so you know your exact cost per session before moving forward.
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Start your first session
Meet your therapist from the comfort of home. No commute, no waiting rooms, no judgment. Most clients notice a real difference within just 2 to 3 sessions.
No commitment · Most insurance accepted · Available this week
Common questions
- Yes, and it's also worth treating. The modern parenting context is genuinely isolating, and loneliness is a real risk factor for postpartum depression. Treating it as a clinical issue rather than a personality flaw tends to change how it gets addressed.
- You don't have to do it the extroverted way. One or two real, sustained connections tend to do more for mental health than a large but shallow network. Your therapist can help you build the kind of support that matches your nervous system.
- This is one of the most common reasons people come in. Having unhelpful or harmful family around can be lonelier than having no family at all. Therapy can help you set the kind of limits that protect you and figure out how to build other sources of support.
- No. Not every group is a good fit, and some groups have a tone or norms that don't work for everyone. Finding the right community usually involves several attempts. Your therapist can help you figure out what kind of group is likely to actually work.
- PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certification) is awarded by Postpartum Support International (PSI) to clinicians who have completed advanced training in perinatal mental health — covering postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, birth trauma, and related conditions. It represents the gold standard of specialization in this field.
- If you're struggling — with your mood, your thoughts, your relationship, or just how you're coping — that's enough of a reason to talk to someone. You don't need a diagnosis. A free consultation is a low-commitment first step.
From the Phoenix Health resource center
Articles and guides about support & community
Trusted by leading voices in parenting and mental health
OBs, doulas, and pediatricians refer their patients to us because we specialize in maternal mental health.
The sooner you start,
the sooner you'll
feel like yourself again.
You've been surviving. It's time to start healing.
No commitment · Covered by insurance · Available this week
Learning resources
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