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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Fayetteville, NC

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Fayetteville, NC

Postpartum mental health support in Fayetteville connects you with 810 licensed providers experienced in postpartum-related concerns. Headway offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions, free intake calls, and works with your insurance so you can focus on your wellbeing during this important time.

Dr. KC Uwakwe

Dr. KC Uwakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


“I am dedicated to holistic care by fostering trust through active listening, open communication, and empathy.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brit Klepac

Brit Klepac

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


“I bring a creative approach to my therapy practice by blending talk therapy with drawing, painting, collaging, sculpting, and other art processes to help you experience, express, and understand your emotions.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Britton

Lauren Britton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


“I am passionate about empowering individuals with the skills to manage challenges and move towards an enhanced sense of fulfillment in life.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Payal Patel

Payal Patel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide a warm, empathetic yet challenging approach, to ensure my clients get the most out of their sessions.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Katie Tibbles

Katie Tibbles

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is relational and rooted in trust. I integrate EMDR and somatic techniques to support deeper healing.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Glorianne Vazquez

Dr. Glorianne Vazquez

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I offer a compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions honestly...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Melissa Mojica

Melissa Mojica

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I've also spent many years helping people who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance abuse issues.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maddie Clemens

Maddie Clemens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, NC


“A defining part of my therapy work is that I provide highly-personalized psychotherapy services for each of my clients.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eboney Graham

Eboney Graham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Black female therapist, and I bring that lens to everything I do — especially for women who've felt like they have to translate themselves to be understood.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabrielle McMurphy

Gabrielle McMurphy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a client-centered, trauma-informed approach to therapy... creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your challenges at your own pace.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Brittany Kai

Brittany Kai

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I firmly believe parental support is essential during all the stages of the journey, including preparing to start a family, trying to conceive, fertility challenges, pregnancy & child loss, pregnancy, postpartum, and the lifespan of parenting.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Shirley

Margaret Shirley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a compassionate, person-centered approach to therapy... tailoring each session to meet your unique needs and goals.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Eason

Elizabeth Eason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pembroke, NC


“My approach is collaborative, integrative, and tailored to the unique needs of each individual, drawing on humanistic and evidence-based techniques to foster growth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Daniel May

Daniel May

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Pinehurst, NC


I feel very honored for the opportunity to care for others. I understand that mental and physical health are connected and are shaped by our past. I believe that psychiatric treatment works.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kristin Sanders

Kristin Sanders

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fuquay-Varina, NC


“I specialize in working with people who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, who identify as neurodivergent, who are living with chronic conditions, are experiencing life transitions, and those who experience symptoms from depression, anxiety, and...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Danielle Maurer

Danielle Maurer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


“I am here to support you in understanding more about how your past impacts your current functioning and relationship challenges.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alison York

Alison York

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


“I work with couples challenged with affair recovery and communication issues, and individuals recovering from early childhood attachment/sexual trauma...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Parker

Crystal Parker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Wilson, NC


“I bring a calm, non‐judgmental presence and a collaborative style—you're the expert on your life, and I'm here to help you make sense of what you're experiencing and move toward the version of yourself you want to become.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bassey Kalu

Bassey Kalu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Lumberton, NC


“I take a holistic and non-judgmental approach to help you feel comfortable; thereby enabling you to improve your life and achieve the goals that you have set for yourself.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Freeman

Melissa Freeman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


“I can help individuals and families who are experiencing stress associated with trauma, adjustment to big life changes, overwhelming worries, or sadness using strategies that can ground you and help you find your path forward.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rita Agunobi

Rita Agunobi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


I am a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), which allows me to care for both mental and physical health in a more integrated way. I work with individuals across the lifespan and support a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychotic symptoms, ADHD, trauma-related symptoms, and stress-related challenges.

My background in both psychiatry and primary care helps me understand how closely mental health is connected to physical health, lifestyle, and overall well-being. I strive to provide care that is thoughtful, personalized, and rooted in evidence-based practice.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shannon Murray

Shannon Murray

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My name is Shannon Murray and I have been in the field for 11 years. I am experienced working with individuals of all ages in the outpatient setting. I have specifically specialized in working with teens and young adults with eating disorders. I have generalized education from my Masters program in social work from the University of Maine guiding my work for individuals who also struggle with anxiety, depression, and interpersonal conflict.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brittani Burton

Brittani Burton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from Walden University and a Bachelor of Social Work from Norfolk State University. My clinical experience spans emergency departments, hospitals, and community-based behavioral health settings, where I have supported adults navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, substance use concerns, and complex medical or psychiatric challenges.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Josalin Hunter

Dr. Josalin Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Castle Hayne, NC


“I pride myself on truly "meeting clients where they are", getting to know you well, and then, striving to ride on your side until you get where you want to go.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
JeanneElizabeth "Beth" Griffin Palanza

JeanneElizabeth "Beth" Griffin Palanza

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My specialty is in Women's mental health, with a concentration in adjustment to post-partem and perimenopause / menopause.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carolyn Neese

Carolyn Neese

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • High Point, NC


“I aim to help client's reclaim, create, or preserve their sense of self-worth as they work toward finding that balance, the "middle ground" in their life.”
Maternal mental health, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiesha Grant

Tiesha Grant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore difficult experiences while building practical skills for everyday life.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Minneci

Julie Minneci

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness, I help you work towards tangible goals.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Valeria Rivera-Smith

Dr. Valeria Rivera-Smith

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Using Psychodynamic and Experiential approaches (i.e., ACT, Internal Family Systems [IFS], Mindfulness, and Somatic Therapy), I will help you address your struggle at its root...”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Lockey

Heather Lockey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a strengths-based approach, helping clients identify and use their strengths to meet their goals.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Pretty

Kimberly Pretty

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“You don't have to have everything figured out before you begin—you just have to be willing to take the first step.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ieachia Morris

Ieachia Morris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about helping people achieve meaningful, sustainable improvement in their mental well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Hill

Lauren Hill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I specialize in, and have years of experience, treating clients struggling with these issues, as well as depression, anxiety, OCD, and perinatal mood disorders.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Haley Goerke

Haley Goerke

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a new mother, I have become passionate about working with new moms as they navigate the profound transition into motherhood.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Heller

Nicole Heller

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have many years of experience with diabetes and mental health. This is an area of passion for me...”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Courtney Ross

Courtney Ross

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm passionate about helping people live fulfilling, joyful lives with healthy, meaningful relationships.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tyeekia Blue

Tyeekia Blue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisburg, NC


“I specialize in working with adults and children who may be suffering from trauma, depression or anxiety.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica Encina-Romero

Monica Encina-Romero

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am not afraid to challenge your thought process which can be scary but necessary to start healing.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Monica Whitlock

Monica Whitlock

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello my name is Monica Whitlock, Welcome! I strive to embrace, empower, and uplift clients on their journey into all avenues of wellness. I have over 13 years of experience working with children on up until adults.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Stillwagon

Michelle Stillwagon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As an an expert in relationships and sexual intimacy, as well as life's harder moments, when things feel bleak or it is hard to trust that things will work out again, I am here for you. I am empathic, patient, thoughtful, challenging, and an out of the box thinker offering a steady hand to steer you toward your highest path. I am driven by your goals and act as an accountability partner and friendly ally on your journey to seek pleasure, change, and empowerment. I believe there is opportunity in crisis (big and small) and that you are here because you know what it is you need. Let me help you recover your true SELF.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Fayetteville, NC

Number of therapists serving Fayetteville, NC
There are over 806 therapists in Fayetteville, NC accepting new patients.
806+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 89%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 48%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 86%Online only
  • 14%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 95%Woman
  • 5%Man
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 34%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 16%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 Fayetteville

Searching for postpartum therapists in Fayetteville starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want support with. Postpartum concerns can include postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, birth-related stress, identity shifts, and relationship strain. A pregnancy therapist, prenatal therapist, or therapist for new moms may also list maternal mental health therapy or perinatal mental health as a focus area. As you compare options, look for experience with postpartum and prenatal concerns, and consider whether a therapist lists specialized training such as the perinatal mental health certification, also known as PMH-C.

In a mid-sized city like Fayetteville, your search may include therapists with local offices, virtual appointments, or both. Virtual care can make it easier to find a postpartum therapist who fits your schedule, especially when infant care, physical recovery, or changing routines affect when you can meet. Beyond specialty, compare appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading therapist bios can help you see how each therapist describes their approach, communication style, and experience with prenatal and postpartum concerns.

Therapy in Fayetteville can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you search for licensed therapists who focus on postpartum care, review profiles, verify insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront. From there, you can compare therapists, choose virtual or in-person care, and book directly when you’re ready.

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