Perinatal Mental Health Counselling for Individuals and Families.
Whether you are planning a family, currently pregnant, healing from loss, or adjusting after birth – you don’t have to go through it alone.
At McKinney Psychology, our perinatal mental health specialist is a nurse first so she is well versed with the physiology, mental health overlap.
We provide compassionate and evidence-based care for those navigating the emotional journey of parenthood.
We work with clients across Alberta, offering in-person counselling in Ponoka and Maskwacis and secure online therapy for perinatal mental health.
Infertility and Family Planning
The struggle to conceive can bring grief, anxiety, and strain on relationships. We offer a safe space to process and cope.
We also provide medication guidance during family planning.
Pregnancy Support
Whether jouful or complicated, pregnacy can come with fear, anxiety, mood swings, trauma triggers and uncertainty. There is no judgement here and we have space for all of those feelings.
Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
If you are feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, irritable or sad after baby arrives, you are not alone. Not everyone is a glowing new parent. We provide gentle, nonpjudgmental support to help you recover.
Infant Loss and Miscarriage
While others may not seem to understand, or maybe they don’t even know; we honour your grief and hold space for healing after the loss of a baby. We also recognize that Dad’s grief also gets misundersood and dismissed.
Rainbow Baby Support
Pregnancy and parenting after a loss can bring complicated emotions. We walk with you through the hope, anxiety and fear. We know personally the lifetime of longing and wondering what might have been.
Birth Trauma
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Maternal Mental Health for Indigenous Women
Our Perinatal Mental Health Professional is not only a Nurse, but also an approved NIHB / FNIHB provider. These services are FREE for Indigenous Women.
Perinatal Mental Health Matters
Your mental health is just as important as your baby’s. Taking care of yourself is the first step in building a healthy, connected family.
Whether you are facing sadness, fear, loss or simply seeking support in this major life transition, McKinney Psychology is here to help.
Book a consultation today and let’s talk about how we can support you on your parenting journey.