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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 754 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.

Bethany Ramos

Bethany Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is rooted in empowerment and warmth, emphasizing collaboration, empathy, and respect for each individual's unique experiences and strengths.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Ehsan Shabahang

Dr. Ehsan Shabahang

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that therapy should be as unique as you are. I seek to tailor my sessions to meet your needs...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Kymberly Lasser

Dr. Kymberly Lasser

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hampstead, NC


“My gift is being able to see you with a compassionate heart beyond your trauma, symptoms, and defensives.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Devine

Courtney Devine

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, in New Jersey and North Carolina, with over 18 years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Halley

Candice Halley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“The therapeutic approach emphasizes understanding each client's unique needs and creating a supportive environment where they can explore challenges, develop coping skills, and achieve personal growth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 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
Jennifer Weyant

Jennifer Weyant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a space where you can feel safe, respected, and truly heard as we work together toward growth and healing.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tiffany Layne

Tiffany Layne

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My mission is to help you tap into your inner strengths and develop practical, empowering coping skills to guide you toward a place of healing, resilience, and personal growth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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
Sarabeth Verhaeghe

Sarabeth Verhaeghe

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and based on the belief that each person has the potential to access the transformative powers of healing within themselves and to live fully.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Adrienne Wehking

Adrienne Wehking

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With 16 years of clinical experience, I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to adults navigating complex mental health challenges.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shirley Matheu

Shirley Matheu

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“If you have been putting yourself last, second-guessing your choices, or quietly carrying more than feels manageable — this is your invitation to begin.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rachel March

Rachel March

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I pride myself on active listening and creating an affirming, non-judgmental environment with mutual respect to build a strong trusting partnership.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ebony Wright

Ebony Wright

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize solution-focused, person-centered, and reality therapy to show you have control of how you think and behave.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bethany Peter

Bethany Peter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in developing a unique relationship specific to each client that will foster the most effective results.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Anna May

Anna May

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer an LGBTQ+ and ENM affirming space where you can show up fully and be met with curiosity and respect.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rebecha Sullivan

Rebecha Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My clients can expect to feel that they are heard and understood. They will not feel judged or criticized...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kia Phillips

Kia Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is grounded, attentive, and direct—I offer a space where you can be fully yourself, without judgment, and start to make meaningful shifts.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Poaches

Jennifer Poaches

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My driving force in this work is to cultivate a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space where you can find yourself and become the best version of you.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melinda Abernethy

Melinda Abernethy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual's needs, fostering a safe space for healing and personal growth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittni Petersen

Brittni Petersen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a holistic approach to treatment one that views each individual as a whole, interconnected system.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanika Smith

Shanika Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is supportive, collaborative, and judgment-free. I focus on helping clients feel heard, understood, and actively involved in their treatment plan.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lateefa Shabazz

Lateefa Shabazz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should feel organic, meeting you where you are while honoring your lived experiences, cultural identity, and values.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Siegel

Rachel Siegel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Rachel — a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about supporting people as they navigate life’s complexities and transitions. My work centers on helping individuals explore identity, heal from trauma, and build more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others.

I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, LGBTQIA+ clients, pregnant and postpartum people, and those from culturally diverse and immigrant backgrounds. Together, we can unpack the ways family dynamics, culture, and personal history shape your story — and create space for new, empowering narratives to emerge.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Schmidt

Jennifer Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Are you feeling stuck? Frustrated? Having a difficult time navigating changes in your life? I am here to help!

I have been in social work practice for over 12 years now. I have worked with various populations including those who are dealing with life stressors, in crisis, dealing with chronic illness, grief/loss, difficulty adjusting to life transitions, trauma and stress. I approach my clients with respect and with an open mind!

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Gililland

Kimberly Gililland

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to help individuals build confidence, eliminate self doubt, and navigate successfully through this hectic and beautiful thing we call life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jolynn Campbell

Jolynn Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My philosophy is that Laughter is the best medicine, Everyone needs Mantras, Music is a Love Language, and we all have Strengths.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Regan Springs

Regan Springs

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that taking these steps towards healing is one of the most courageous things a person can do.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Davidson

Sarah Davidson

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I tailor my sessions to meet your individual needs. I value the therapeutic relationship as it plays a significant role in your treatment and progress/success in sessions.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Ramirez

Natalie Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a North Carolina native and graduated from Winthrop University with my Master's degree in 2015. I enjoy working with a range of clients who are motivated and ready to make changes in order to improve their quality of life. I will work with you to identify and achieve your goals. I place great emphasis on the therapeutic relationship so you feel comfortable during every session, no matter how uncomfortable to topic may be.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carol Bouchard

Carol Bouchard

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients often tell me they feel at ease with me, and that my mix of optimism and realism helps them find clarity and confidence.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kasey Saunders

Kasey Saunders

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goals are to meet you where you are, listen to you, and to understand what you are wanting to accomplish from our time together.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Simoneau

Emily Simoneau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that mental health care should be a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable sharing your experiences.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brianne Hawkins

Brianne Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take an eclectic approach utilizing humor, humanistic, person centered, solution focused approach to therapy.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Mills-Gregory

Kristina Mills-Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Goals are specific to the individual, and we will set goals together. Each goal will be to work towards the overall goal of feeling better.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sandra Chrysler

Sandra Chrysler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I hope that at the conclusion of each session with me that you discover a deeper truth about yourself and have a new skill you can use to make your life a little easier.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Felicia Marshall-Pierrelus

Felicia Marshall-Pierrelus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use motivational interviewing and therapeutic tools to identify each client's strengths and weaknesses while helping them move closer to their personal goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tennille Woodard Mitchell

Tennille Woodard Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My clinical approach is to walk alongside clients through the "shenanigans" of life with a relaxed, genuine and straight-forward approach.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Courtney Jackson

Courtney Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that we all have a story and finding that safe space in life can make all the difference in one's healing journey.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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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, NC

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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