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Therapy for Moms
in Portland and Los Angeles

because becoming, and being, a mother feels like the most transformational experience of your life.

Are you pregnant or a new mom and feeling unsure how to navigate these changes? 

You’ve dreamed about becoming a mother, but no one could have prepared you for the all-encompassing change you are experiencing - both physically and emotionally. 

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You feel guilty experiencing anything other than pure joy. But you’re anxious and overwhelmed. You're not sure how to cope with all the new demands that motherhood brings. You might have a good support system around you, but you’re often still left feeling alone.

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You might be struggling with anxiety or depression, or feeling unsure of how to navigate the changes and demands that this time brings. Perhaps you are a new mom and constantly worried about whether you’re doing things the right way. You’re spending your time searching on google, comparing and scrolling on social media - and somehow you always end up feeling worse. Like you’re just coming up short.

 

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Perinatal Therapy can help.

 

 

You're here because you're ready to:

  • Process and heal wounds from your own childhood and from your relationship with your family​​​

  • Understand generational trauma cycles so you can make conscious choices as a new parent​

  • Better manage the anxiety and uncertainty to create calm and presence in your daily life​

  • Set healthy boundaries with others​

  • Process and heal birth trauma​

  • Establish healthy, secure attachment with your little one (while maintaining or building it with your partner)​

  • Reconnect with yourself and your identity outside of motherhood​

  • Develop and trust your own maternal voice and instincts

I’ll help through this process, tailoring each step to your unique needs and circumstances. My approach to perinatal therapy comes from a place of understanding and hope: We’ll break down the familial, societal and cultural factors impacting your views on what a mother should be, so you can become the mother you truly want to be. 

You're not sure if this is the baby blues, lack of confidence, or something bigger. But you know you don’t want to keep feeling this way.

 

I can help you get there.

FAQ

  • Q: What are EMDR sessions like?
    A: EMDR utilizes the body and brain’s natural healing capacity. Through multiple mechanisms (performing rapid eye movements while taxing the working memory system), EMDR creates space for the brain to activate and heal memory networks tied to past trauma that are impact you in your present life. EMDR is more structured than traditional talk therapy, with a set process for sessions. As an evidence-based treatment, adherence to the process typically leads to the best results, but it may feel different or strange at first if you are used to traditional talk therapy. Come with an open mind. For the majority of people, it is highly effective, however it is not right for everyone. There is always an opportunity to adjust our approach at any point in the process.
  • Q: Does is need to be a standalone or incorporated into talk therapy?
    A: EMDR can be used either as a stand alone treatment or incorporated with talk therapy. Typically once a “target memory” is selected for reprocessing, EMDR is most effective when the protocol is completed fully. However, EMDR is therapist-led and client-centered, meaning you always hold the power to direct each individual session or overall approach to working through your trauma.
  • Q: How do I know if EMDR will work for me?
    A: EMDR is classified as evidence-based and research indicates it may be more effective than Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Patients are shown to experience continued progress even after treatment is complete.
  • Q: Can I change my mind about doing EMDR?
    A: Absolutely. At any point, whether during the course of treatment or in an individual session, if you decide you do not want to pursue EMDR we can pause or stop, and focus exclusively on talk therapy. You are always in control of your therapy treatment.
  • Q: How do we get started?
    A: Reach out to me and we can set up a consultation! It’ll be a great opportunity for us to get to know each other and see if we’re a good fit to work together. I’ll also be happy to answer any questions you have and share what the next steps would look like as we get started.

Lily Robertson, LMFT provide(s) holistic trauma therapy and EMDR Intensive Retreats to women and couples. Together, we build inner confidence so you can overcome isolation, realize your worth, and experience the profound connection you deserve. Lily Robertson Holistic Los Angeles, California and Portland, Oregon (323) 638-7764

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