The Birth Chat

Real Conversations. Real Support. Real Life.

Becoming a parent is one of life’s most profound transitions—filled with joy, uncertainty, and emotional complexity. The Birth Chat is a specialized perinatal mental health program offered through The Well.

Designed for expecting and postpartum parents who may benefit from more structured support, The Birth Chat provides evidence-based care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment challenges, and other perinatal mental health needs.

At The Well, we honor the whole person and the whole family. The Birth Chat offers a relationship-centered approach where healing begins through compassionate care, meaningful connection, and evidence-based support.

Program Components

Depending on individual needs and program availability, services may include:

• Virtual support groups
• Individual therapy with a Certified Perinatal Mental Health clinician
• Family sessions focused on partner support and parent-infant relationships
• Care coordination with OB providers, primary care providers, pediatricians, and psychiatric providers
• Referrals to additional community resources and supports

Common Reasons for Referral

• Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs)
• Pregnancy-related anxiety or depression
• Birth trauma or NICU experiences
• Difficulty adjusting to parenthood
• Feelings of disconnection from baby or partner
• Overwhelm related to caregiving responsibilities
• Pregnancy or infant loss
• Preexisting mental health concerns that emerge or intensify during pregnancy or postpartum

Referrals & Inquiries

We welcome self-referrals as well as referrals from OBs, midwives, pediatricians, primary care providers, therapists, and other professionals supporting perinatal families.

Contact us to learn about current services, upcoming groups, and available support options.