Perinatal Mental Health is a priority at
The Knapp Clinic.
You are not alone.
You are not to blame.
With help, you will be well!
We offer knowledgeable, compassionate, and timely care to prevent and treat perinatal mood and anxiety disorders through medication management, wellness care planning, and appropriate community resources. We are in-network with most insurance companies so that you can access the care you need when you need it!
Screening & Evaluation
Wellness Planning
Medication Management
We screen every parent for perinatal mood and anxiety concerns. This helps to identify concerns early on and allows early intervention if problems arise. Our providers have comprehensive training to screen and evaluate patients for perinatal mood and anxiety related mental health concerns. We have a strong network of resources to provide collaborative mental health care for families.
Our goal is to support families in every aspect of health. Meeting mental health needs in pregnancy and postpartum can have lasting positive impact on families. We will review all available resources for care including therapy, complimentary alternative therapies, and potential medical causes for mental health symptoms. To provide the best care we will ask to collaborate with the other healthcare professionals on your team.
Our Nurse Practitioner can prescribe non-controlled medication for postpartum anxiety and depression. We will review your health history with you, including previous medication use, and current safety data for medication use during lactation. If specialized care is required, we will assist with coordination and referrals to professionals who can provide tailored care.
Postpartum Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs)
Symptoms may include:
In Mothers/Birthing Persons
In Men/Partners/Non-birthing persons:
-Feelings of anger or irritability -Lack of interest in the baby -Poor appetite and sleep disturbance -Crying and sadness -Feelings of guilt, shame, or hopelessness -Loss of interest, joy or pleasure in things you used to enjoy -Scary, disturbing, or intrusive thoughts that may include harming your baby or yourself -Avoidance of activities because of your scary, disturbing, or intrusive thoughts
-Feelings of being overwhelmed, anger, or rage -Withdrawing self from family -Risk taking behaviors -Feeling isolated or disconnected from partner, friends, or family -Increased use of alcohol or drugs
Perinatal Mental Health
1 in 7 women and 1 in 10 men experience a perinatal mood and anxiety disorders such as postpartum depression & anxiety during the first year postpartum. In fact, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are the most common complication of pregnancy, affecting nearly 20 percent of people during pregnancy and the first postpartum year.
For Immediate Help Please Call or Text he PSI HelpLine at 1-800-944-4773 or for Español: 971-203-7773
or
Call or Text The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-943-5746