True Living Counselling & coaching
Perinatal and Postpartum Counselling in Okotoks, AB
We offer personalized care for individuals during the perinatal period, with support available in Okotoks, surrounding Calgary communities, and virtually across Alberta.
Find support, stability, and a sense of calm during pregnancy and postpartum
Learn tools to calm anxiety and feel more grounded in daily life as a new parent.
Support through anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional changes during pregnancy and postpartum
Reconnect with yourself and navigate motherhood with more confidence and support
“I just can’t stop worrying since I got pregnant and had my baby. No matter what I do, my mind won’t shut off.”
Perinatal and postpartum anxiety and depression can feel overwhelming, making even everyday moments feel heavier than expected during pregnancy or after having a baby. It can show up in the body as fatigue, tension, sleep disruption, or a racing heart, and emotionally as sadness, worry, irritability, or feeling unlike yourself. Many parents also notice guilt or frustration for not feeling the way they thought they “should.”
Through perinatal and postpartum counselling in Okotoks, surrounding Calgary communities and virtually across Alberta; we help you gently release the emotional weight you’ve been carrying, without needing to relive every painful moment, so you can feel more grounded, supported, and like yourself again.
Perinatal and Postpartum Counselling IN OKOTOKS, 15 sounth of Calgary and virtually across Alberta
What Is Perinatal and Postpartum Counselling?
Perinatal and postpartum counselling is specialized therapy that supports you through pregnancy, birth, and the transition into early parenthood. It helps you navigate emotional changes such as anxiety, depression, overwhelm, identity shifts, and stress, offering a safe space to process your experience and feel more grounded, supported, and like yourself again. Our services are located in Okotoks, only 15min south of Calgary and virtually across Alberta.
Perinatal and Postpartum Counselling is:
Transformative
Make lasting changes in how you navigate anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm during pregnancy and postpartum
Supportive
Get compassionate support as you navigate irritability, panic, anxiety, and overwhelming fear during pregnancy and the postpartum period
Empowering
Learn to manage your thoughts and emotions so you feel calm and confident.
Perinatal and Postpartum counselling IN OKOTOKS, 15min south of Calgary and Virtually across Alberta
Signs You May Benefit From Perinatal or Postpartum Counselling
You may find counselling helpful if you are experiencing
Symptoms include:
- Persistent worry or racing thoughts
- Intrusive Unwanted thoughts
- Feeling emotionally overwhelmed or on edge
- Tearfulness, sadness, or emotional numbness
- Irritability or frustration that feels hard to control
- Feeling emotionally disconnected
- Guilt, shame, or self-criticism
- Feeling disconnected from yourself or your baby
- Difficulty sleeping even when exhausted
If you recognize any of these symptoms in yourself or someone else, Perinatal and Postpartum counselling in Okotoks, 15 min south of Calgary and virtually across Alberta can help you manage and reduce them, leading to a calmer, more balanced life.
Perinatal and Postpartum counselling IN OKOTOKS, 15min south of Calgary and Virtually across Alberta
How Perinatal and Postpartum Counselling Can Help
Therapy provides a space to slow down, make sense of your emotions, and feel supported without judgment. Through counselling, you can;
- Understand and reduce anxiety and overwhelm
- Process emotional changes during pregnancy and postpartum
- Explore identity changes in motherhood
- Work through birth experiences or trauma
- Strengthen emotional regulation and coping tools
- Rebuild confidence and self-compassion
- Feel more grounded and present in daily life
The goal is not to “fix” you; it is to support you in feeling more like yourself again.
Perinatal and Postpartum counselling IN OKOTOKS, 15min south of Calgary and Virtually across Alberta
Approaches We MAY Use
Our therapy for perinatal and postpartum services in Okotoks, 15 min south of Calgary and virtually across Alerta, uses a variety of proven methods to help you manage anxiety, panic, iritibility, low mood social and other emotional challenges when it comes to being a mom. Here’s how we can help:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)
Solution-Focused Therapy in perinatal and postpartum counselling focuses on what is already working and what small, realistic changes can help you feel better now. Rather than staying stuck in the overwhelm, it helps you build practical tools, strengthen your confidence, and move toward a more grounded and supported experience during pregnancy and early motherhood.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
DBT teaches skills to manage intense emotions and improve relationships. It’s especially helpful if you struggle with emotional ups and downs.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
ART offers fast relief from panic attacks, anxiety, irritability and trauma by reprocessing distressing memories without needing to revisit painful details. It’s effective for various concerns. Visit our ART page for more information on this life changing therapy.
1:1 Sessions
Our one-on-one therapy sessions are designed to address your specific needs, whether you’re dealing with intrusive thoughts, anxiety, low mood or overwhelming stress.
Mindfulness
Therapy Intensives
If you want to make quick progress, our therapy intensives offer an immersive, focused approach to tackling your concerns in just a few days.
No matter what you’re facing, our therapy is designed to help you regain control, reduce overwhelm, and move towards a life of calm and clarity.
Start your path to feeling more like yourself again
Contact True Living Counselling & Coaching to explore how perinatal and postpartum counselling in Okotoks, surrounding communities of Calgary and virtually across Alberta can help you. Book your session online today.
Why Us
True Living
Counselling & Coaching
This is about more than just healing—it’s about helping you live a meaningful, fulfilling life that’s truly yours.
Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, or self-doubt—your challenges don’t have to define you. At True Living Counselling & Coaching, we help you reconnect with your true self, let go of past pain, and build a life that feels right for you.
With years of experience, our caring team offers a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore your story. We offer personalized therapy and coaching using proven methods like Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to create lasting change.
Our mission is simple: to guide you from hurt to healing and help you live a life that reflects who you really are. Change to: to guide you from hurt to healing and help you live the life you truly want.
Together, we can create the future you deserve.
Our team believes in:
Being Human First
We see you as a person, not a diagnosis, creating a warm, compassionate space for healing.
Acting With Empathy
We listen deeply, making sure you feel heard and supported on your journey to growth.
Authenticity
We believe in showing up as our real, imperfect, and human selves—because true healing happens when we embrace authenticity, both in therapy and in life.
Our Approach
How Our Perinatal and Postpartum Counselling Works
Begin Your Journey
Our first priority is to truly understand your specific struggles. We create a safe, compassionate space where you can express yourself without judgement.
Build Your Blueprint
Together, we’ll set clear goals and develop a tailored plan to help you manage and get you feeling like yourself again.
Transform Together
Therapy is a collaborative process. We’ll provide you with practical tools and ongoing support, celebrating your progress every step of the way as you move toward lasting relief.
You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.
— Zig Ziglar
Perinatal and Postpartum counselling IN OKOTOKS, 15min south of Calgary and Virtually across Alberta
Frequently Asked Questions About Perinatal and Postpartum Counselling
What is perinatal and postpartum counselling?
Perinatal and postpartum counselling is specialized therapy that supports individuals during pregnancy and after having a baby. It focuses on emotional changes such as postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, overwhelm, identity shifts, and stress. This type of counselling helps you feel more supported and grounded during the transition into parenthood in Okotoks, Calgary, surrounding communities, and virtually across Alberta.
How do I know if I need postpartum counselling?
You may benefit from postpartum counselling if you are experiencing persistent worry, sadness, emotional overwhelm, irritability, intrusive thoughts, or feeling unlike yourself after having a baby. Many new parents in Okotoks and Calgary seek therapy even while functioning day-to-day, simply because they feel emotionally exhausted or disconnected.
Is it normal to feel anxious or overwhelmed after having a baby?
Yes. Many individuals experience emotional changes during the postpartum period, including anxiety, mood shifts, and overwhelm. However, when these feelings become persistent or start affecting your daily life, postpartum anxiety and depression counselling can provide support and relief.
Do you offer postpartum counselling in Okotoks and Calgary?
Yes. We provide in-person perinatal and postpartum counselling in Okotoks and support clients from Calgary and surrounding communities, including Foothills County, High River, and South Calgary areas.
Do you offer virtual postpartum therapy in Alberta?
Yes. We offer virtual perinatal and postpartum counselling across Alberta. Online therapy allows you to access support from home, which can be especially helpful during pregnancy, early postpartum recovery, or busy parenting seasons.
What issues does perinatal counselling help with?
Perinatal and postpartum counselling can support with:
- postpartum anxiety and depression
- intrusive thoughts
- emotional overwhelm and burnout
- birth trauma or difficult birth experiences
- identity changes in motherhood
- stress and emotional regulation challenges
- difficulty adjusting to parenthood
Can therapy help with postpartum anxiety and depression?
Yes. Postpartum anxiety and depression are very responsive to therapy. Counselling can help you understand your symptoms, reduce overwhelm, develop coping strategies, and feel more emotionally balanced and supported in your daily life.
How long does postpartum counselling take?
The length of therapy varies depending on your goals and needs. Some clients in Okotoks and Calgary attend short-term counselling to build coping tools, while others prefer longer-term support throughout pregnancy and postpartum adjustment.
Can I come to therapy even if I’m still functioning?
Absolutely. Many people seeking postpartum counselling are still managing daily responsibilities but feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or not like themselves. You do not need to be in crisis to benefit from support.
Do you direct bill?
Yes. We direct bill to many insurance companies. You can always check your insurance to find out how much is covered for Psychologist, Masters of Social Work or Certified Canadian Counsellors.
Perinatal and Postpartum counselling IN OKOTOKS, 15min south of Calgary and Virtually across Alberta
Life After Therapy
At True Living Counselling & Coaching, we believe perinatal and postpartum counselling should help you feel better and feel like yourself again.
After therapy, you may notice positive changes in your life, such as:
- Feeling more emotionally grounded and steady during pregnancy and postpartum
- Reduced anxiety, worry, and racing thoughts
- Improved sleep, helping you wake up feeling refreshed and energized
- Improved mood and emotional balance
- Greater self-compassion and reduced guilt or shame
- Stronger connection to yourself and your identity beyond motherhood
- Increased confidence in parenting decisions
- Healing from birth trauma or difficult pregnancy/postpartum experiences
- Feeling more present and connected with your baby
- Feeling supported instead of isolated or alone
Life after perinatal and postpartum counselling can feel lighter and more balanced.
True Living Counselling & Coaching
How To Get Started
587-896-6919
21 Elizabeth St #106, Okotoks, AB T1S 2C1
5min NW of High River, AB.
Perinatal and Postpartum counselling IN OKOTOKS, 15min south of Calgary and Virtually across Alberta
True Living
Counselling & Coaching
Take the first step toward feeling more like yourself again, with support that meets you where you are
