Are the therapists on PostpartumTherapy.com licensed?
Yes — every therapist in the directory holds an active state license, and our team manually verifies each license against the issuing board before a profile goes live. Listings display the license type, state, and number, and verified profiles carry a “Credentials Verified” badge.
How much does postpartum therapy cost?
Most therapists in the directory charge between $100 and $250 per session, and each profile lists its fee range up front. Many clinicians reserve sliding-scale spots for families who need them — you can filter for sliding scale in the directory, and it never hurts to ask.
How are search results ordered?
Clinicians on paid plans (Featured $49/mo and Platinum $129/mo) appear above free Basic listings, and paid placement is always labeled with a badge — that's how the directory stays free for families and free-forever for Basic clinicians. Paid placement never affects verification: every listing, paid or free, passes the same manual license check.
Does insurance cover postpartum therapy?
Often, yes. Each profile lists the insurance plans a therapist accepts. If a therapist is out-of-network, many will provide a superbill you can submit to your insurer for partial reimbursement — ask about this in your first message.
Can I do therapy online instead of in person?
Most therapists in the directory offer telehealth, which many new parents prefer — sessions can happen from home, during nap time, without arranging childcare. Therapists can generally see clients via telehealth anywhere in the state where they're licensed. Browse therapists by city →
What's the difference between the baby blues and postpartum depression?
The baby blues affect up to 80% of new mothers, start a few days after birth, and fade within about two weeks without treatment. Postpartum depression is more intense, lasts longer, and doesn't resolve on its own — persistent sadness, numbness, guilt, or losing interest in things you love are signals to reach out. About 1 in 8 mothers experience it, and it's very treatable. Read: How to tell the difference →
How do I know if what I'm feeling is postpartum depression?
You don't have to figure that out alone, and you don't need to be sure before reaching out. A useful first step is the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale — the same 10-question screen providers use. Ours is free, takes about two minutes, and is scored entirely on your device (nothing is stored or sent). Whatever the result, a licensed professional is the only one who can actually evaluate what you're experiencing. Take the free 2-minute screening →
Do I need a diagnosis or a referral to see a therapist?
No. You can contact any therapist in the directory directly — no referral, no diagnosis, no waiting for a six-week checkup. If you're wondering whether what you're feeling is “bad enough” for therapy, that question alone is a good reason to reach out.
Is PostpartumTherapy.com a crisis service?
No. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line), call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-852-6262, or go to your nearest emergency room. For non-emergency perinatal support, the PSI HelpLine is 1-800-944-4773. See all support resources →
I'm a therapist — how do I join the directory?
Create a listing in about ten minutes: you'll enter your license details, upload a license document for verification, and build your profile. Basic listings are free forever; Featured ($49/mo) and Platinum ($129/mo) plans add priority placement and sponsored articles. Every application is manually verified within 1–2 business days. Join the directory →
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