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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Montgomery, AL

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Montgomery, AL

Postpartum mental health support in Montgomery connects you with 201 licensed providers experienced in postpartum-related concerns. Access virtual or in-person sessions with compassionate care tailored to your needs during this significant life transition.

Percy Ford

Percy Ford

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Percy Ford, MC, LPC-MHSP established Lighthouse Correctional Counseling and Mental Health Services in 2012 to provide Individual Psychotherapy, Family Counseling, Group Therapy and Couples Counseling to offenders and their families. Mr. Ford earned a BS in Social Work from Tuskegee University in 1997 and graduated from Argosy University School of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences in 2007 with a MA in Professional Counseling.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Montgomery, AL

Number of therapists serving Montgomery, AL
There are over 192 therapists in Montgomery, AL accepting new patients.
192+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 96%Stress management
  • 86%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
  • 41%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 81%Online only
  • 19%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 95%Woman
  • 4%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 54%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 46%Family therapy
  • 33%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find an expert who truly understands maternal mental health

Headway helps you find expert-guided support for every stage of motherhood — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Postpartum Therapist in Montgomery

Finding postpartum therapists in Montgomery starts with looking for someone whose experience matches what you want support with. Postpartum care can include support for postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, birth-related stress, identity changes, and relationship strain. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience with perinatal mental health, pregnancy, or new parent support. Some therapists may also list a perinatal mental health certification, such as PMH-C, which can signal more focused training in prenatal and postpartum care.

Montgomery has a range of in-person and virtual therapy options, and the right format may depend on your schedule, infant care, transportation, and physical recovery. Virtual appointments can make it easier to access postpartum therapists beyond nearby offices, especially when local availability is limited or your schedule changes week to week. Before booking, review each therapist’s profile for appointment times, therapy approach, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Bios can also help you understand how a therapist describes their style and what postpartum concerns they work with most often.

Therapy in Montgomery can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket price before you book. Headway helps you find postpartum therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, offer virtual or in-person appointments, and are accepting new patients, so you can review bios, compare fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.