Infertility is the inability to have a child. If partners have tried to become pregnant without success, they may reach out to fertility specialists to determine why or go through fertility treatment. It can be a difficult experience for people who want to become parents. Infertility may lead to other mental health concerns, such as depression or anxiety, and it may also lead to relationship issues.
Available Treatment Options
Counseling interventions for infertility include couples and individual counseling. Sessions focus on relationship dynamics or personal distress as a result of infertility. Therapists make a safe space for people to share their fears about infertility and help them process anger, guilt, or sadness. Counselors can also help couples and individuals develop positive coping skills that allow them to deal, in healthy ways, with their stress and emotions.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Infertility
Are you feeling anxious, irritable, or foggy these days? Do you resent your partner or snap at them over little things? The changes that have come with growing a family feel overwhelming, but it’s hard to admit that you aren’t doing ok. Everyone says this is the best time of your life, but you barely recognize yourself. Your body and mind are exhausted, and you feel like you don’t know where to...
Life is full of transitions - college, career choices, relationships, parenting, infertility/adoption, parental caretaking or our own aging. It is during these times we may experience increased uncertainty, anxiety, sadness or feeling overwhelmed and would like some support and guidance. I know what it feels like not knowing what my next step in life should be - this is normal. I am an invested...
It's hard to take the first step and acknowledge that you need help. Whether you are 18 and trying to navigate your next steps, a new parent struggling to keep it together, an adult going through a breakup, or many other issues, we can work together to identify a plan to get through this difficult time. I am certified in Perinatal Mental Health (Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, OCD in pregnancy and...
Have you been struggling with building your family and feel like nobody understands how devastating it can be? Do you find yourself avoiding baby situations or even family/friend gatherings where you know there'll be baby talk? How about when people ask you when you're going to have a baby? Or when they suggest you should "just adopt." Does it feel like nails on chalkboard? If you're feeling...
My name is Jennifer and I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) speaking psychotherapist with a passion for helping adolescents and their families who struggle with mental health or substance use issues. Certified by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, I help persons with infertility and those seeking Assistive Reproductive Technology. As former special education teacher, I can also...
Want to grow in your personal life and relationships? I work with individuals, partners and couples on a variety of issues related to love, sex and relationships. I am a clinical sexologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, certified hypnotherapist and AASECT-certified sex therapist & supervisor. Some of my specialties include women’s empowerment, desire discrepancy, divorce transitions,...
If you are overwhelmed and struggling to keep hope, know this: God does care. He is willing and more than able to help you. We were not made to navigate life’s challenges and crises alone. My passion is assisting individuals and couples who are seeking to repair broken relationships or find peace in the midst of pain, loss, depression, or anxiety. I have been married 25 years and have experienc...
As your counselor my goal is to serve as your guide while you navigate through life's transitions. My goal is to guide you unpack the barriers that hinder you from reaching your potential. I tailor treatment to meet your needs and will work collaboratively with you to move forward. I have experience working with clients from all backgrounds and experiences and I specialize in working with the L...
Michael Rucker is a clinically trained marriage and family therapist and has been in practice for nearly a decade in Charleston, WV and Morgantown, WV. He has worked with a broad population of clients, including individuals, couples, families, children, teenagers, and groups. His passion and life experiences has led to an interest and specialization with a myriad of topic areas that he excels...
Life can be challenging and stressful for women. We're juggling family, career, and marriage, getting pulled in 10 different directions all the time. It's exhausting. Add in some unexpected life circumstances and wham! - meltdown central. All the responsibilities and expectations are a heavy burden to carry. When stress isn't addressed, it can cause symptoms like moodiness, low self-esteem,...
Seeking counseling when you are struggling is courageous. I understand that it can be scary to speak about the situations that make your life most difficult. My main priority is to help you feel safe and comfortable so that we can tackle those problems together. Whether you are starting the journey to parenthood, hitting obstacles to conceiving, dealing with miscarriage or loss, experiencing a...
Not accepting new clients at this time, but feel free to check-in and connect! Feeling sad, anxious or overwhelmed? I’m here to listen. I believe that therapy should be accessible for all who seek support and guidance. In my practice, I strive to create a nurturing and safe environment where my clients feel empowered to make positive changes in their lives. I am passionate about helping clients...
I use an integrative and holistic approach to therapy, integrating several therapeutic techniques from cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic disciplines. I also incorporates mindfulness-based interventions into my clinical work. I strive to provide a safe, compassionate and collaborative space during therapy that lays the groundwork for increased self-compassion, self-empowerment ...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, providing short-term and long-term psychotherapy for adolescents to adults. Areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, interpersonal difficulties, stress management, adjustment issues, coping, bereavement and loss, emotional support, and women’s issues (postpartum depression/anxiety, parenting struggles, infertility, etc.). I utilize an integrative...
Life presents challenges to us, some are expected while some catch us off guard. Maybe you're a new mom, feeling overwhelmed by the demands and transition of motherhood, a parent feeling stretched thin and struggling to balance it all, or perhaps you are struggling with concerns around work, school or relationship issues. My goal is to support your journey as you move towards a more fulfilling ...
