Heather Hammond (She/ Her)

Pregnancy and the postpartum period can be beautiful - and incredibly complex. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or simply not like yourself, you are not alone. As a therapist who focuses on maternal mental health, I offer a safe, nurturing space to explore the emotional shifts that come with this life changing experience. Let's reconnect with yourself, and build confidence in your role as a mother. I have been where you are, and I stand with you.

Anxiety can feel really overwhelming - like your mind is constantly racing, your body on edge, and peace just seems so far out of reach. As a therapist, I specialize in helping you understand and manage anxiety in a way that feels empowering versus intimidating. Together, we will focus on identifying the root cause of your anxiety - whether situational, chronic or trauma related and develop practical coping strategies to calm your nervous system and quiet those intrusive thoughts.

Struggling with communication, trust or emotional distance in your relationship? I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore the patterns that keep you stuck and the tools to move forward effectively. I meet you and your relationship with where you are - with insight, compassion and a commitment to helping you build a healthier, more fulfilling relationship.

Anxiety can feel really overwhelming - like your mind is constantly racing, your body on edge, and peace just seems so far out of reach. As a therapist, I specialize in helping you understand and manage anxiety in a way that feels empowering versus intimidating. Together, we will focus on identifying the root cause of your anxiety - whether situational, chronic or trauma related and develop practical coping strategies to calm your nervous system and quiet those intrusive thoughts.

Pregnancy and the postpartum period can be beautiful - and incredibly complex. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or simply not like yourself, you are not alone. As a therapist who focuses on maternal mental health, I offer a safe, nurturing space to explore the emotional shifts that come with this life changing experience. Let's reconnect with yourself, and build confidence in your role as a mother. I have been where you are, and I stand with you.

In my approach, I often use CBT to help clients understand the powerful connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT is a structured, evidence-based methos that empowers individuals to identify unhealthy patterns and replace them with healthier, more adaptive ones. We can recognize and challenge negative or distorted thinking, develop more balanced and realistic self-talk, build effective coping strategies, and break cycles of avoidance, and self-sabotage.

Let's accept what's out of your control rather than getting stuck in the mud of resistance. Let's develop psychological flexibility, the ability to stay present and adapt to life's challenges. We shall clarify what truly matters to you and commit to actions that reflect those values. ACT offers a path towards greater freedom, purpose and self-compassion.

In my work, I often draw from attachment theory to help clients understand how early relationships shape the way we connect with others - and with themselves. Our attachment patterns influence how we trust, communicate, and respond to emotional closeness or distance. By exploring our at style, we can uncover the roots of relationship patterns that may feel confusing or painful, improve communication and emotional regulation, as well as build healthier boundaries and deepen intimacy.