Helping mothers thrive with our maternal mental health counseling services in Soldotna, Alaska.
Let’s be real, motherhood is not for the faint of heart. Even in the best of circumstances, being a Mama is Hard. Of course, there are wonderful aspects, and things that you love. But there are also likely feelings of being overwhelmed, under appreciated, and down right exhausted!
Mama’s are notorious for putting the needs of others above their own, but the whole oxygen mask analogy has truth to it. How can we care for others well, if we don’t first care for ourselves? If we love those Littles so dang much, shouldn’t we care for their Mama?
If you’re finding that you’re often irritable, that your fuse is short, that your emotions are out of control, and that you don’t know who you are anymore, you’re not alone. And we’re here to help!
Kenai Peninsula Mental Health providers are adept at coming along side and meeting you right where you’re at. It’s true what they say, it really does take a village, and regardless of what stage of motherhood you find yourself in, you have an ally in us. A little support really can go a long way, so prioritize your own self, and reach out. We’d be honored to walk alongside you on this beautiful, hard, hot mess of a journey called motherhood.
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Mary Kuepper - LPC-S
Mary has over a decade of experience working in community based mental health. Though she has worked with people across the lifespan, she specializes in work with kids, teens and families, as well as in maternal mental health. Mary is passionate about giving people the tools they need to not only function well, but to thrive in their everyday life. Though not native to Alaska, she has fallen in love with the abundant resources of this beautiful place. When not working with clients, Mary can be found adventuring, hiking and exploring. She loves to fly fish our local creeks, dig in the dirt of her backyard garden, and get in quality time with her friends, and beautiful family.
What you can expect from maternal mental health counseling.
Regardless of what struggles bring you in for maternal mental health counseling, you and your provider will work together to better understand and manage the symptoms and struggles you’re wrestling with. Effectively and comprehensively addressing maternal mental health struggles with Kenai Peninsula Mental Health providers may include, but is not limited to:
Psycho-education and brain based science to help you understand what’s happening for you on a physiological level.
Coping skills to support you in better managing your mood, emotions and behaviors when difficulties arise.
Ongoing discussion and evaluation of lifestyle choices that may be contributing to or exacerbating your difficulties. Areas of exploration may include:
Sleep
Diet/ nutrition
Supplementation
Exercise/ movement
Connectedness and Support (time with family, friends)
Play
Time in nature
Self care
Exploration and treatment of life events or unresolved traumas that may be at the root of the difficulties you are experiencing.
A practical and effective self-care plan to support you in better caring for your own self, so that you can best care for your loved ones.
Could you benefit from maternal mental health counseling?
At Kenai Peninsula Mental Health in Soldotna, you can expect a comprehensive approach to support you in dealing with the struggles you are facing. Maternal Mental Health services can address an array of struggles, which include, but are not limited to:
Infertility and Loss
Baby Blues
Perintal Mood Disorders
Post Partum Anxiety
Post Partum Depression
Maternal Overwhelm
Feelings of Isolation
Parenting Strategies
Parenting Teens
Relationship Dynamics
Loss of sense of self
How long does maternal mental health counseling take?
The length of time an individual is in counseling is situation specific and can vary. However, we at Kenai Peninsula Mental Health are passionate about giving our clients the tools and skills they need to thrive and function well. We will cast a wide net at the onset, looking for all the contributing variables. We will build skills for managing symptoms and explore root causes that may be underlying your distress. We will take as little or as much time as you need, but we will do our very best to get you back about the business of living your life.
How do I get started with counseling services?
Ready to get started? Call or email us today. Our contact info is at the bottom of this page.
Once you reach out, our on-boarding and admin guru will contact you to gather information regarding your specific situation. We will explore with you what provider will likely best meet your needs, and support you in getting set up in our electronic health record.
KPMH uses Simple Practice, a medical record and portal system that will allow for confidential and HIPAA compliant messaging that ensures your privacy. You will be sent a portal link that directs you to online documentation to be completed prior to your initial session.
Where you go for support is your choice, and we want you to feel empowered to assess whether or not we are the right fit for you! Here at KPMH, our providers believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential in the process of creating change. These initial conversations are important in assessing fit, as therapy is not “one size fits all.”
KPMH’s Soldotna office is conveniently located near the intersection of the Sterling and Kenai Spur Highways. Our Homer location is centrally located as well. Feel free to arrive a few minutes prior to your scheduled session to grab a cup of tea and relax before meeting with your provider. We look forward to meeting you, and are honored you have chosen us to do this work alongside you.
