How We Treat

Personalized, Expert Care for Every Step of the Journey

At The Motherhood Center, we provide a full spectrum of specialized services to support the emotional well-being of mothers/birthing people before, during, and after pregnancy. Whether you’re planning to conceive, managing symptoms of a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, navigating loss, or adjusting to new parenthood, our expert team is here to help.

From individual therapy and medication management to expert consultations and preconception counseling, each service is designed to meet you exactly where you are—with compassion, clinical excellence, and a deep understanding of the challenges that come with this life stage.

Our Clinical Care Services

Expert support from preconception through postpartum and early parenthood. In addition to our virtual Support Groups and one-of-a-kind Day Program, explore our treatment offerings below to learn how we tailor care to support your unique journey.

Expert Consultation

Our Expert Consultation service provides specialized evaluations for individuals or providers seeking a second opinion on perinatal mental health care. Whether you’re navigating complex symptoms, questioning a diagnosis, or weighing treatment options, including psychiatric medications during pregnancy or postpartum, our team of Reproductive Psychiatrists and Perinatal Mental Health Experts offers clear, evidence-based recommendations to guide your next steps.

This service is ideal for those looking for clarification, validation, or alternative perspectives from trusted clinical experts in the field of reproductive psychiatry.

Preconception Counseling

Preconception Counseling at The Motherhood Center supports individuals with personal or family mental health histories who are planning to grow their family. Whether you are currently on or have previously been on psychiatric medication or have experienced anxiety, depression, trauma, or other PMADs, our Reproductive Psychiatrists offer comprehensive consultations to help you prepare emotionally and physically for pregnancy.

Together, we will evaluate your current mental health needs, assess the risks and benefits related to medication, and create a personalized plan to optimize your wellness before conception. Our goal is to help you enter pregnancy with clarity, confidence, and support.

Therapy

Therapy is a core part of healing at The Motherhood Center. Our licensed Perinatal Therapists offer evidence-based care for mothers/birthing people and families who are pregnant, postpartum, trying to conceive, or grieving a loss.

We offer:

  • Individual therapy for emotional support and symptom relief
  • Couples therapy to strengthen the connection during transition
  • Dyadic therapy to support bonding between parent and baby

Whether you need short-term help or ongoing care, talk therapy at TMC is a safe, compassionate space to feel more like yourself.

Medication Management

For many mothers/birthing people, medication can be a vital part of recovery. Our team of Reproductive Psychiatrists specializes in perinatal mental health and offers expert evaluations and ongoing medication management. We guide you in making informed, evidence-based decisions about psychiatric medications during pregnancy, postpartum, and while trying to conceive.

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How it works:

Step One:

Finding the courage to make the call

Making the call and asking for help can feel scary, but the sooner you do, the sooner you will start to feel better. At The Motherhood Center, we are here to support you every step of the way and help you feel a whole lot better.

Step Two:

Speaking with a care coordinator

One of our experienced and compassionate care coordinators will answer your call. You will be asked how you have been feeling, and your basic information will be collected, including your health benefits. At this time, our care coordinators can schedule you for an evaluation with one of our perinatal mental health specialists.

Step Three:

Checking your benefits

We are committed to ensuring everyone receives the treatment they need to feel better. Our billing department works closely with patients to try to limit any financial or insurance barriers that might stand in the way of seeking or receiving care.

Step Four:

Clinical evaluation

Evaluations are typically conducted within one week after making an appointment and are led by one of our experienced psychologists, social workers, or reproductive psychiatrists. The evaluation is an opportunity for the clinician to learn about you and determine the best course of treatment.

Step Five:

Support and clinical treatment

Clinical treatment at The Motherhood Center includes therapy, medication, or the Day Program. All of our therapists and psychiatrists are highly experienced in treating PMADs and in determining which interventions will work best to help you feel like yourself again.

Treatment FAQs

  • 01

    How do I know which treatment method is right for me?

    The first step is to call our office at 212-335-0034 or complete a new patient inquiry form. From there, one of our experienced treatment providers will contact you to conduct a 90-minute evaluation to determine the best course of treatment to help you feel better.
  • 02

    Do you offer other treatment services?

    Yes! Our virtual support groups are a great option for those seeking extra support; however, they are not clinical treatment. Our other clinical treatment option is our Day Program, a more intensive treatment service for those in need.
  • 03

    Do you accept insurance?

    The Motherhood Center is an out-of-network outpatient provider, which means we are not considered to be in-network with health insurance carriers. However, most insurance plans offer some reimbursement for treatment which we will help you determine. We offer courtesy billing – which means we will submit your claims on your behalf to your insurance carrier for reimbursement. We also offer some sliding scale fees for patients that are experiencing financial hardship.

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