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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Raleigh, NC

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Raleigh, NC

Raleigh families turn to Headway for postpartum mental health support from 810 compassionate, solution-oriented providers. Our therapists specialize in perinatal mental health and offer talk therapy sessions—virtual or in-person—covered by insurance with potential savings up to 75% per session.

Dr. Anahi Munoz

Dr. Anahi Munoz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Anahi Muñoz, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping you feel grounded, focused, and emotionally balanced. I provide holistic, results-driven care for adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, and life transitions.

My approach is compassionate yet practical—I combine the precision of evidence-based psychiatry with the depth of supportive psychotherapy and mindfulness tools to help you not just cope, but truly thrive. Clients often describe our work as calming, clarifying, and life-changing, as we focus on restoring peace of mind, motivation, and self-trust.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shannon Cox

Shannon Cox

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm very relaxed, conversational, and see my role as your guide to help you navigate the challenges you are currently facing.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nellie Bellows

Nellie Bellows

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) with more than 13 years of experience in mental health and substance use treatment.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 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
Constance McConnell

Constance McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use cognitive processing, narrative and mindfulness therapies to help empower my clients to utilize their natural strengths and supports in order to build confidence in their own identities, set healthy boundaries, and advocate for themselves.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stacey Hellow

Dr. Stacey Hellow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hayesville, NC


“I have a LCSW with a PhD in Psychology. I have over 29 years experience working with individuals, groups and families from ages 2-100.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Hambright

Jennifer Hambright

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in trauma. With that said trauma is different for everyone and trauma affects individuals in separate ways.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jon Ninette Rogers

Jon Ninette Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is supportive, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe in meeting you where you are and creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts and experiences.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keyonne Spencer

Keyonne Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Culture, family, relationships, identity, work, community, and lived experience all shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Leanne Spann

Leanne Spann

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Children often make sense of the world through play, and in that space they can begin to heal and grow.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Peterken

Jennifer Peterken

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal isn't to "fix" you—you were never broken—but to help you untangle patterns, reconnect with your voice, and build a life that actually fits you.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yovani Hernandez

Yovani Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is a journey, not a destination. With therapeutic guidance and powerful encouragement, I strive to have clients gain clarity...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mireya Ferreira

Mireya Ferreira

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized to your unique experiences and goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hewan Mezgebu

Hewan Mezgebu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is patient-centered and collaborative. I prioritize building a strong, trusting relationship by listening closely, honoring your values and preferences, and involving you in every step of care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 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
Dr. Joshua Curry

Dr. Joshua Curry

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I have worked in substance abuse treatment for more than twenty years. I have provided clinical treatment in a multitude environments. This includes medication-assisted treatment, medication-assisted detoxification, inpatient and residential, psychiatric hospitals, correctional institutions, and tele-health.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Harley Strickland

Harley Strickland

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Reaching out can be hard and I am here to help begin the process of healing and being there to help us become a better you. My goal and desire is to help teach you and provide you the essentials to overcome your obstacles. When life gets overwhelming at times, we forget to take care of ourselves. Depression and anxiety does not have to be a part of your everyday life.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ciara Dennis-Morgan

Ciara Dennis-Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I enjoy working with people who are interested in returning to the truth of who they are. I value people. Intuition is often within my work with people. I am honored to walk with people in their orientation to healing and health in the ways important to them. Harmony in mind, body, and spirit.

A holistic trauma informed approach with a culturally grounded orientation to care is my offering. I love to incorporate breath work and somatic work in with talk therapy all while centering values.

I respect the courage of getting to this point. It’s reasonable that we all would benefit from support so I am happy to walk you home to you, the truth of you that deserves liberation, healing and health because your life has value and I’m so glad you’re here. You deserve it all.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Lutz

Jennifer Lutz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach blends evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with practical, real-life tools to help you feel more grounded, confident, and steady as you move toward meaningful change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Emily Lopez

Emily Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring a warm, affirming, and strengths-based style, and I welcome clients of all identities and backgrounds.”
Maternal mental health, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Mary Fields

Dr. Mary Fields

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I integrate trauma-informed care, mindfulness practices, and cognitive-behavioral strategies, tailoring treatment to meet each client where they are.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Angela Capuano-Fant

Dr. Angela Capuano-Fant

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a holistic approach to help you explore your strengths and the things that prevent you from living your best life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sharlita Boyd

Sharlita Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing is deeply relational and begins within a safe, confidential space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Watford

Courtney Watford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel safe being yourself, exploring challenges, and building tools for real change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maggie Jenkins

Maggie Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and practical, helping you understand what you're experiencing, build useful skills, and feel more confident moving forward.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lori Williams

Lori Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Lori's approach is warm, direct, supportive and open minded. She seeks to partner with her clients with the goal of assisting them in creating healthy responses as they navigate through the unpredictability of life.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. KC Uwakwe

Dr. KC Uwakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, 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
Kathryn Price

Kathryn Price

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! My name is Kathryn Price, and I specialize in working with clients that have experienced trauma, and disordered eating habits and/or negative body image. I also have experience in working with a variety of mental health disorders and substance use. I graduated with my Masters degree in Clinical Counseling, with an emphasis in Addictions in 2018 from East Carolina University, and have over 8 years of education and counseling experience in a variety of professional settings.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghan Kroes

Meghan Kroes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing begins through authentic connection, emotional safety, and the opportunity to explore your experiences without judgment.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ellis Graham

Ellis Graham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Think of therapy with me as a collaborative adventure. I believe in meeting you where you are, with no judgment and plenty of warmth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heather Pruitt

Heather Pruitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burlington, NC


“I integrate tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Felicia Tyson-johnson

Felicia Tyson-johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fayetteville, NC


“My goal is to help people find the best version of themselves and help enhance the relationship with the people they love.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Eman Al-Aswadi

Eman Al-Aswadi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fayetteville, NC


“I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered in their mental health journey.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mandy Ruckman

Mandy Ruckman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a warm, collaborative, and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable sharing openly, being vulnerable, and feeling emotionally safe and supported throughout the therapeutic process.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jazmine Crumpton

Jazmine Crumpton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winston-Salem, NC


“I believe the counseling process helps clients move from simple goal formation to achieving more than they knew possible.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ashley Nelson

Dr. Ashley Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing begins within relationships. My work is grounded in the understanding that a child's emotional well-being is deeply connected to the well-being of their caregivers.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amy Elliott

Amy Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am able to see why clients do the things that they do which has lead to clients feeling comfortable in situations where they have previously felt judged by others.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marissa Strenkert

Marissa Strenkert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe healing happens best in spaces where you feel safe, understood, and never judged. I bring both curiosity and compassion to every session, and I genuinely love learning about the unique story that makes you you. I’m thoughtful, a little quirky in the best way, and always eager to grow... both as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and as a person. That means I stay open-minded, ask meaningful questions, and work collaboratively with you to find what truly fits your needs. You’re the expert on your life; I’m here to support you with knowledge, guidance, and encouragement.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, or just feeling stuck, I want you to know that you don’t have to figure it out alone. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to move toward the life you want.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng

Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My counseling approach will help clients attain self-realization, set and accomplish goals, and elicit self-efficacy.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists serving Raleigh, NC
There are over 806 therapists in Raleigh, 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

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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 Raleigh

Finding postpartum therapists in Raleigh starts with identifying the kind of support that fits your needs. Postpartum concerns can include postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, birth-related stress, identity shifts, and relationship strain. Some people also look for therapy for perinatal depression or support during pregnancy from a prenatal depression therapist. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience in perinatal mental health counseling, postpartum care, and related specialties. A Perinatal Mental Health Certification, or PMH-C, can also signal specialized training.

Raleigh offers a strong mix of local therapy options, and virtual care can make the search easier for new parents with changing schedules, infant care needs, or physical recovery to consider. Some people prefer in-person sessions near home, work, or a familiar part of the city, while others prefer virtual appointments that fit around feeding, naps, or childcare. When narrowing your options, review appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, session structure, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Provider bios can also help you understand a therapist’s communication style, experience with postpartum concerns, and approach before you book.

Therapy in Raleigh can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care more affordable. Headway helps you find Raleigh therapists who work with postpartum concerns, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and offer upfront cost estimates after you enter your insurance details. You can browse therapists, review bios, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

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