Compassionate perinatal and postpartum therapy in Los Angeles

Postpartum therapy is a space designed specifically for mothers navigating the emotional, mental, and identity shifts that come after birth. It’s not just about coping with anxiety or depression—it’s about helping you process the changes, release guilt, and find balance in a way that feels right for you.

Physically, postpartum recovery is often defined as six weeks. But emotionally? Postpartum is forever. The impact of birth, the shifts in identity, and the mental load of motherhood can stay with you for years. Healing isn’t about a timeline—it’s about getting the support you need, whenever you need it.

Healing looks different for every mother, but some of the most important pieces include: rest, emotional support, safe spaces to process your experience, therapy, and learning to care for yourself without guilt. True healing comes when you stop forcing yourself to “bounce back” and start allowing yourself to be held. 

Every session is tailored to what you need. We’ll explore what’s weighing on you—whether that’s birth trauma, intrusive thoughts, identity shifts, or simply feeling overwhelmed. Through trauma-informed, compassionate support, you’ll learn to release guilt, build self-trust, and create space for your own healing.

Yes! You are welcome to bring your baby to sessions. I understand how difficult it can be to find childcare, and this space is meant to meet you where you are, without added stress.

If you feel like you’re just surviving, if you don’t recognize yourself anymore, if the anxiety, sadness, or exhaustion feel overwhelming—you deserve support. You don’t have to wait until you hit rock bottom to seek help. Therapy isn’t just for when things are falling apart; it’s for reclaiming yourself in the midst of it all.

You may be struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety if:

• You feel persistently sad, numb, or disconnected from your baby.
• You have racing thoughts, intrusive worries, or panic that won’t quiet down.
• You struggle with overwhelming guilt or feel like you’re failing.
• You feel trapped, exhausted beyond what seems normal, or like you’re losing yourself.

If any of this resonates, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.

No I do not prescribe medication but if needed you will be referred to a specialist.

Postpartum therapy is designed specifically for the unique emotional, physical, and mental shifts of motherhood. It’s not just about treating anxiety or depression—it’s about helping you process birth, manage the mental load, redefine your identity, and heal from the unrealistic expectations placed on mothers. It’s therapy that sees all of you—the mother, the woman, the human underneath it all.

I accept Cigna and Aetna insurance.

I also take out of network/self pay at my private pay rate. I currently partner with Mentaya, a service that streamlines getting reimbursed for your therapy session though out of network benefits. 

See if you qualify:

https://mentaya.co/checkbenefits/karlahernandez 

Payments can be made through credit card and debit card, including FSA and HSA debit cards.

I understand that life happens—especially in motherhood. However, to respect both my time and other clients who may need an appointment, I require at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling.

Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the appointment will be subject to the full session fee.

If you miss a session without notice (no-show), you will be responsible for the full cost of the session.

Exceptions may be made in cases of emergencies, but please reach out as soon as possible if you need to reschedule.

If you need to cancel or reschedule, you can do so by contacting me via karla@almademadre.com or my phone number 562-457-0466

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost

Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.

Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.

If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.

Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.

For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059