Perinatal Wellness IOP Program

Understanding Perinatal Wellness IOP

The Perinatal Wellness Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at Emerald Wellness is designed for parents who are pregnant or within one year postpartum and are experiencing mood, anxiety, or trauma-related challenges. This program provides a safe and nurturing space where individuals can share their experiences, learn coping strategies, and heal alongside others who understand the unique challenges of the perinatal period.

What the Perinatal Wellness IOP Involves

Our Perinatal Wellness IOP provides specialized care for individuals during pregnancy and postpartum, blending clinical expertise with compassionate support. Each week includes:

Group Therapy for Moms: Small group sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (10 AM–1 PM) focusing on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, traumatic birth experiences, coping skills, and shared support.
Individual Therapy: Weekly one-on-one sessions tailored to address each client’s unique challenges, goals, and progress.
Medication Management: Ongoing psychiatric care, with medication support provided weekly or as needed to ensure safe and effective treatment.
Mind-Body & Holistic Practices: Activities like mindfulness, yoga, and art that encourage stress reduction, healing, and self-compassion.
Partner & Family Involvement: Optional sessions with loved ones to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and provide education.
Care Coordination & Aftercare Planning: Collaboration with doctors and providers, along with referrals and Aftercare Groups for sustained recovery and long-term wellness.

This structure empowers parents to build coping skills, manage stress, and strengthen their support systems while balancing the demands of family life.

Who Is the Perinatal Wellness IOP Appropriate For?

Our Perinatal Wellness Intensive Outpatient Program is designed for adults (18+) who:

Are pregnant or within the first year postpartum and need more than traditional outpatient care.
Are experiencing mood changes, anxiety, overwhelming stress, or intrusive thoughts that affect daily life.
Want structured therapeutic support while continuing to care for themselves, their baby, and their families.
Would benefit from group therapy with other mothers, alongside individual sessions and holistic support.
Seek to build resilience, strengthen coping strategies, and find balance during the transition into parenthood.

Goals and Outcomes

At Emerald Wellness, our Perinatal Wellness IOP is designed to help clients achieve:

Relief from symptoms of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
Improved emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and resilience.
Stronger connections with self, baby, and family through guided therapy and support.
Development of healthy coping strategies for managing daily stress and parenting challenges.
Greater confidence, stability, and hope during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Your Perinatal Wellness IOP Questions Answered

No, you do not need a formal diagnosis to begin. Many parents seek support when they notice ongoing mood changes, anxiety, or intrusive thoughts during pregnancy or after childbirth. Our team will provide a confidential assessment to understand your needs and determine if this program is the right level of care for you.

Yes. We recognize that family support is an important part of recovery. Partners and family members may join select sessions for education, communication strategies, and support tools. Involving loved ones helps them better understand your experience and strengthens your home environment for lasting wellness.

While our general IOP program addresses a wide range of mental health needs, our Perinatal Wellness IOP is designed specifically for pregnancy and postpartum challenges. The program provides targeted support for concerns such as traumatic birth experiences, adjusting to motherhood, intrusive or anxious thoughts, and the resurfacing of past trauma.

After completing the program, many clients transition to less intensive support, such as our Aftercare Program. This helps sustain progress and provide continued encouragement as you navigate parenting and daily life with greater balance and confidence.

Find Support for Your Perinatal Journey

Pregnancy and postpartum bring unique challenges, and you don’t have to face them alone. Our Perinatal Wellness IOP provides compassionate, specialized care to help you manage mood changes, anxiety, or overwhelming stress while connecting with other moms who understand.

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