Therapy in La Habra, CA | Counselor Karla Hernández
Motherhood is messy, magical, and maddening—and if you’re in the thick of it in Los Angeles, you're not alone. At Alma de Madre, we offer compassionate perinatal and postpartum therapy for women navigating the exhaustion, identity shifts, and silent struggles that often come with becoming a mom. Whether you're healing from a traumatic birth, grieving a loss, or just trying to stay afloat in the chaos of new motherhood, we’re here to remind you: you matter too.
How it works
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Book a consultation call
Therapy with me isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence. Together, we’ll explore what you’re holding, what you need, and what you hope to shift. No pressure to pretend, no pressure to perform. Just space to be.
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Let’s meet where you are
From the comfort of your couch or your parked car while the baby naps, therapy comes to you. I offer virtual sessions to make support accessible in the thick of real life, no makeup, no small talk, just honesty.
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Start healing and thriving in your motherhood
My approach blends warmth with evidence. I use trauma-informed, evidence-based techniques to help you process pain, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with your inner sense of self.
Explore our therapy services and specializations
Perinatal and postpartum therapy
READ MOREThe postpartum period can feel like a paradox: you're in love with your baby, but also grieving your old self. In La Habra, I help women name and navigate these contradictions with compassion. Therapy gives you space to integrate your new identity as a mother while staying connected to who you've always been.
Postpartum depression
READ MOREYou might find yourself crying out of nowhere, or feeling numb when you thought you'd feel joy. Postpartum depression isn't a personal failure, it's more common than you think, and it deserves care. In our sessions, you'll find a safe space to process, feel, and heal at your own pace.
Pregnancy therapy
READ MOREPregnancy isn't always glowing skin and gender reveals. Sometimes it's fear, loss, or overwhelm. In La Habra, I offer pregnancy therapy for women navigating this tender season with honesty and support. Together, we'll create space for all your feelings, even the complicated ones.
Postpartum anxiety
READ MOREIf your mind is racing and you can't relax even when the baby sleeps, you might be experiencing postpartum anxiety. I help new moms in La Habra untangle the constant worries, intrusive thoughts, and nervous system overload that can follow birth.
Postpartum PTSD
READ MOREBirth doesn't always go as planned. If you're feeling haunted by what happened during delivery or after you’re not alone. I offer a trauma-informed space where you can process what your body and mind are still holding onto.
Birth trauma
READ MOREEven medically "successful" births can leave emotional scars. If you left the hospital feeling invisible, dismissed, or hurt, your experience matters. I help women in La Habra process and heal from birth trauma without minimization or shame.
Pregnancy loss therapy
READ MOREGrief after pregnancy loss can feel invisible to the outside world. Whether your loss was recent or years ago, I offer a space for that grief to be seen, honored, and held. Your story deserves time and care.
I serve women in La Habra, CA and surrounding areas
Whether you're located in La Habra Heights, Brea, Fullerton, or anywhere in north Orange County, virtual therapy makes support feel close, no matter your zip code. I work with women all across the area who are looking for a space to heal, reflect, and breathe again.
Testimonials
Karla is a great clinician with years of experience. Her trauma focus highlights every aspect of her work with mothers in perinatal and postnatal work as well as the LatinX community. She deeply cares for her clients growth and is supportive in their healing work. She is a highly skilled and trained clinician mastering the art of using evidence based practices whilst also considering individual perspectives.
Yeniss Paez, LCSW
I’ve had the honor and privilege of working side by side with Karla Hernandez. Getting to know her has been such an honor. She is committed to helping her clients with a nonjudgmental approach, working through trauma of all kinds. Being a birth doula I know how important it is, speaking with someone to improve material outcomes. Karla is key and is committed to helping her clients overcome trauma and grow.
Michelle Wilkerson, Birth and Postpartum Doula
Karla is a compassionate and dedicated maternal mental health therapist. She has worked diligently with clients in all paths of life and thrives particularly working with mothers. If you are looking for a therapist that understands the unique needs women face navigating the postpartum period and beyond, she is your go to resource.
Priscilla Gomez, LCSW
Hello I’m Karla Michele Hernández, postpartum therapist in La Habra
I help mothers in La Habra navigate the emotional realities of motherhood with compassion and honesty. My therapy practice is grounded in trauma-informed care, cultural awareness, and deep respect for each woman's lived experience. Whether you're adjusting to life with a newborn, grieving a loss, or trying to reconnect with your sense of self, I’m here to walk beside you.
Frequently asked questions
Insurance & Payment Information
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.
Cancellation Policy
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
Good Faith Estimate
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