“Promptd brings the quality and transparency that the mental health domain deserves.”
Anas & Viktoriya
Co-founders of Promptd
Find Postpartum Therapy in Pointe-Claire
Postpartum mental health goes beyond depression: anxiety, rage, intrusive thoughts, and identity shifts are just as common and just as treatable. Promptd lists postpartum therapists across Canada who specialize in perinatal care so you can find someone who works with the full range of what new parents experience.
Postpartum mental health goes beyond depression: anxiety, rage, intrusive thoughts, and identity shifts are just as common and just as treatable. Promptd lists postpartum therapists across Canada who specialize in perinatal care so you can find someone who works with the full range of what new parents experience.
“Promptd brings the quality and transparency that the mental health domain deserves.”
Anas & Viktoriya
Co-founders of Promptd
18 Postpartum Therapy specialists in Pointe-Claire
Stephanie Curti
Social Worker, Family MediatorPointe-Claire
OnlineIn-Person
Not accepting new clients
Co-parenting, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Trauma, PTSD
Member of Phoenix-Counselling-and-Mediation
Family mediation
Stephanie Ditkofsky
Registered Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Family Therapist10 to 20 km from Pointe-Claire
OnlineIn-Person
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism / ASD, Eating disorders, Codependency
Marjan Shadmand Ghane
Clinical Social Worker10 to 20 km from Pointe-Claire
In-Person
Reduced rates from $70.5IVAC
May-Lee Paris Michaud
Sexologist, Support relationship, Sex education talks10 to 20 km from Pointe-Claire
In-PersonOnline
Infidelity, Non-monogamy, Eating disorders, Kink-aware, Couples
Hannah Kirk
Social Worker10 to 20 km from Pointe-Claire
In-PersonOnline
Reduced rates from $94.5NIHB, IVAC
Rebecca Pollak
Social Worker10 to 20 km from Pointe-Claire
OnlineIn-Person
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Life transitions, OCD, ADHD
Provider overview
18
Practitioners available
13
Accepting new clients
$158/h
Average session price
21h
Average response time
3
Specialties: Therapy, Family mediation and Assessment
6
Languages spoken
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Postpartum Therapy pricing in Pointe-Claire by professional title
| Profession | Avg. hourly rate |
|---|---|
| Social Worker | $163/hr |
| Sexologist | $120/hr |
| Psychologist | $210/hr |
| Psychotherapist | $155/hr |
| Counsellor | $175/hr |
| Psychoeducator | $190/hr |
Postpartum Therapy pricing near Pointe-Claire compared to nearby cities
| City | Avg. hourly rate |
|---|---|
| Pointe-Claire | $158/hr |
| Lachine | $158/hr |
| Saint-Laurent | $158/hr |
| Montreal | $158/hr |
Postpartum Therapy provider breakdown by gender in Pointe-Claire
Female (89%)
Male (11%)
Postpartum Therapy provider breakdown by service mode in Pointe-Claire
In-person and online (72%)
Online only (22%)
In-person only (6%)
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Your questions, answered
What type of therapy is best for postpartum depression?
Interpersonal therapy (IPT) and CBT therapy have the strongest evidence for postpartum depression. IPT focuses on the relationship changes and role transitions that come with new parenthood. CBT targets negative thought patterns, withdrawal, and behavioural avoidance. Both can be adapted for virtual delivery, which is practical when leaving the house with a newborn is difficult. Partners can join sessions when relationship strain is part of the picture.
What is the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression?
Baby blues affect up to 80 percent of new parents, start within days of birth, and lift within one to two weeks. Symptoms include mood swings, tearfulness, and irritability. Postpartum depression is deeper and longer lasting: persistent hopelessness, withdrawal, difficulty bonding with the baby, and loss of interest in things you used to care about. If symptoms last beyond two to three weeks or are getting worse rather than better, professional support is worth pursuing.
What is postpartum anxiety?
Postpartum anxiety involves persistent worry, hypervigilance about the baby, racing thoughts, physical tension, and difficulty sleeping even when the baby is sleeping. It can occur alongside postpartum depression or on its own. It is just as common as PPD but far less widely recognized, which means many parents experience it without realizing it has a name and a treatment path. If anxiety is the dominant symptom, anxiety therapists specialists with perinatal experience can help.
What is postpartum rage?
Postpartum rage involves sudden, intense anger that feels disproportionate to the trigger. It is a recognized perinatal mood symptom linked to hormonal shifts, sleep deprivation, and feeling overwhelmed or unsupported. It is not a character flaw and does not mean you are a bad parent. If rage is frequent or frightening, a perinatal-trained therapist can help identify the drivers and build coping strategies. anger management therapy approaches may complement perinatal-specific care when rage is the dominant symptom.
Can men get postpartum depression?
Yes. Research shows roughly 1 in 10 new fathers experience depression in the first year after a child is born. Symptoms can include irritability, withdrawal, increased alcohol use, and difficulty bonding with the baby. Paternal PPD is more likely when the mother is also experiencing PPD. couples therapy work can address relationship strain when both parents are affected.
How long does postpartum depression last?
Without treatment, PPD can last months or longer and may affect bonding, relationships, and child development. With treatment, many people notice improvement within 6 to 12 weeks. Recurrence risk is significant: 25 to 40 percent for subsequent pregnancies. If you had PPD before, proactive planning with a perinatal therapist before or during your next pregnancy can reduce severity. depression counselling support is another starting point if perinatal specialists are not available in your area.
What is postpartum OCD?
Postpartum OCD involves intrusive, unwanted thoughts, often about harm coming to the baby. These thoughts are distressing precisely because they go against what you want. They are not intentions and do not mean you are dangerous. Postpartum OCD is more common than most people realize and responds well to treatment with exposure and response prevention. OCD therapists specialists with perinatal experience can help, and many parents feel significant relief once they understand what is happening.
What are the 4 stages of postpartum depression?
There is no universally agreed clinical staging model, but PPD often progresses through recognizable phases: onset (initial mood changes and sleep disruption), escalation (daily functioning declines, withdrawal increases), a potential crisis point (difficulty caring for yourself or the baby, thoughts of self-harm), and recovery with treatment. The timeline is not linear and setbacks are normal. If the onset is connected to a traumatic birth experience, trauma and PTSD therapists support may be needed alongside PPD treatment.
How do you fight postpartum depression?
Start by telling someone: a partner, family member, midwife, or doctor. A perinatal-trained therapist can build a plan around your specific symptoms and schedule. Practical steps include protecting sleep where possible, maintaining social connection even when it feels hard, and coordinating with your doctor about whether medication would help. online therapy sessions can reduce the barrier of leaving the house with a newborn while keeping care consistent.
What is the 5 5 5 rule for postpartum?
The 5-5-5 rule is a postpartum recovery guideline: spend the first 5 days in bed, the next 5 days on the bed, and the following 5 days near the bed. It encourages new parents to prioritize rest and physical recovery in the first weeks after birth, which also supports mental health. While not a formal clinical recommendation, the principle of deliberate rest and reduced expectations in the early postpartum period can lower the risk of mood symptoms escalating.