Maternal Mental Health
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About the Program
The Maternal Mental Health program at Pillars of Wellness provides compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the emotional complexities of early parenthood. Our perinatal mental health therapists offer a warm, nonjudgmental space to process your experience and build practical coping tools.
Our clinicians are licensed, trauma-informed therapists with specialized training in maternal and perinatal mental health. They use evidence-based approaches including CBT, mindfulness-based interventions, trauma-informed care, grief support, and collaborative treatment models to support birthing people and families during this transformative time.
Who This Program Supports
This program is ideal for individuals experiencing:
- Prenatal, pregnancy or postpartum anxiety and/or depression
- Perinatal Mental Health Disorders (PMHDs)
- Birth trauma, medical complications, or NICU stays
- Fertility challenges, miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss
- Emotional overwhelm, identity shifts, or relationship changes during early parenthood
Suitable for:
- Individuals
- Small groups (up to 5 participants)
- Staff teams through organizational partnerships
What You Can Expect
Our perinatal mental health therapists provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to process your experience and build practical coping tools. All care is delivered in a culturally inclusive, trauma-informed, judgment-free environment.
Each session may include:
- A grounding or mindfulness-based experience
- Psychoeducation related to perinatal mental health
- Guided, supportive discussion
- Coping tools clients can use immediately
- Optional worksheets and resources
Program Format
Session Length: 50–60 minutes
Delivery Method: Virtual / In-person / Hybrid
Frequency: Weekly or Biweekly
Group Option: Available for up to five individuals
Organizational Partnerships: Tailored to meet needs of staff or clients
All care is delivered in a culturally inclusive, trauma-informed, and judgment-free environment.
Program Impact
clients served since September 2025
Maternal mental health conditions are among the most common complications of pregnancy and postpartum, yet timely support can make a profound difference.
1 in 5 mothers experience a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, making maternal mental health conditions among the most common complications of pregnancy and postpartum.
Up to 75% of mothers show significant improvement with timely mental health support. Evidence-based therapy and early intervention are strongly associated with reduced symptoms of depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Early treatment improves bonding and infant outcomes by over 50%. Maternal mental health support is linked to stronger parent-infant attachment, improved emotional regulation, and healthier developmental outcomes for children.
Mothers who receive evidence-based perinatal mental health support report improved confidence, emotional resilience, and overall quality of life—benefiting both themselves and their families.
Client Testimonials
“My postpartum journey quickly became the darkest chapter of my life. Pillars of Wellness became the shining light of hope and support I needed. The clinicians at Pillars are amazing! Through my sessions with Celeste I am now equipped with the tools and insights needed to be the mom I have always wanted to be.”
— Program Participant
Meet Our Lead Clinician
Lead Clinician: Celeste Chapko, LMHC-A, MT-BC, PMH-C
Our clinicians are licensed, trauma-informed therapists with experience in maternal and perinatal mental health. They are trained in approaches such as CBT, mindfulness-based interventions, trauma-informed care, grief support, and collaborative treatment models.
Pillars of Wellness is a community-based mental health organization providing therapy, education, and specialty programs across Indiana and surrounding regions.
Partnership Information
Our Maternal Mental Health team would love to partner with your organization. The following are examples of the services we offer. Please inquire about additional partnership needs and/or ideas:
- Easy referrals and coordinated care
- Provider-to-provider consultation (with consent)
- Educational workshops on perinatal mental health
- Support for integrating maternal mental health into wellness programs
- Peer support groups for perinatal providers
Applicant Information
Interested in working for Pillars in this program?
Pillars of Wellness is growing a team of clinicians passionate about maternal mental health. We offer:
- Clinical supervision from perinatal- and trauma-informed leadership
- A collaborative, flexible work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and specialization
Program-Related Continuing Education Courses
These courses are excellent resources for counselors hoping to advance their skillset in specific interest areas. Click here to view all our continuing education courses.
Support Starts Here
Pregnancy and early parenthood can be both beautiful and overwhelming. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or emotional overwhelm, you don’t have to navigate this alone. Our compassionate team is here to support you with evidence-based care and practical tools.