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Provider Referral List
Health Care Providers Who Self-Identify as Treating Perinatal and Postpartum Mood Disorders
Compiled by Postpartum Support International of Washington Please note: PSI of Washington grants permission for other agencies and organizations to republish this provider resource list. However, we ask that in doing so the list remains unedited and that the PSI of Washington name be visible. PSI of Washington is responsible for maintaining this list, and will do so at regularly established intervals. If you do choose to republish this list, please notify PSI of Washington by sending an email to hkoss@ppmdsupport.com, so that we may send you updates to the list as necessary. If you would like to post this list online, we will send you a file appropriate for use with this medium. Thank you for helping us to maintain the integrity of this list so that it can be a useful resource for our entire community. The following care providers have demonstrated special interest and knowledge in serving and treating women experiencing Postpartum Mood Disorders. Because Postpartum Support International of Washington cannot recommend any specific providers, treatments, or interventions, we suggest you call the provider and discuss your exact needs and concerns. Please note that this list has been divided into various sections according to type of provider. Section One contains information on Professional Therapists and other Medical Providers who treat Perinatal and Postpartum Mood Disorders through therapy and/or psychotropic medications. Section Two contains a list of Other Healthcare Providers, such as Naturopathic Physicians, Midwives, Acupuncturists, and Massage Therapists, who have a focus on treating Perinatal and Postpartum Mood disorders in their practices. Section Three contains a list of Professional Doulas who have experience in working with families experiencing Postpartum Mood Disorders. For your convenience, the providers below are listed alphabetically by County in each section. Section I
Clallum CountyKing County Kitsap County Pierce County Thurston County Skagit County Snohomish County Northwestern Oregon Section II
King CountySection III
King CountySnohomish County Thurston County ___________________________________
SECTION I
Professional Therapists and other Medical Providers Marian Birch, DMH Psychological Services P.O. Box 1507 Port Angeles, WA 98362 360.417.3065 Psychologist in private practice and a certified infant massage instructor. Specializes in individual therapy for children and adults, infant-parent psychotherapy, and offers infant massage and support groups for moms with Postpartum Depression.
Margie Bone, MD Krista Murtfeldt, MSW, LICSW 7301 Fifth Ave NE, Suite B Seattle, WA 98115 206.434.7609 teresaw148@yahoo.com www.teresawill.org Clinical social worker providing psychotherapy. I work with women and specialize in maternity, pregnancy loss, ppmd, birth trauma and fertility.
Kitsap County
Sarah Townsend, MA, LMHC 9431 Coppertop Loop NE, Suite 102 Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 206.755.6066 www.bainbridgepsychotherapy.org Licensed psychotherapist in private practice, specializing in working with women who are experiencing Perinatal and Postpartum Mood Disorders. Also provides individual and couples counseling regarding birth plans for pregnancies at risk for Postpartum Mood Disorders. Previously served on the Board and the Advisory Committee for PSI of WA. Pierce County
Thurston County
Tammy Putvin, LMHCA Labyrinth Living Counseling Services & South Sound Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Coordinator Olympia, WA 98506 360-349-2346 labyrinthliving@comcast.net Tammy's counseling style is warm, informative and she is very comfortable with traditional & holistic approaches to dealing with adjustment & mood disorders (depression, anxiety, OCD, sleep deprievation, PTSD) in relationship to pregnancy and postpartum. She has been in the Maternal/Child Health field for the past 20+ years. She is a teacher, writer as well. She loves being partnered with her husband, Ted, and mothering her daughters, Ally (teen) and Ella (early elementary) and playing with her BIG yellow labs, Buddy & Tate. The South Sound Support Group meets on Thursday mornings in Tumwater, WA.
Skagit County
Snohomish County
Melissa Hoffman, LICSW
Northwestern Oregon
Paula Acker, LCSW 1962 NW Kearney Street, #104 Portland, OR 97210 503.940.5777 ackerp@comcast.net www.paulaacker.com Clinic counselor for Oregon Health and Sciences University Fertility Consultants and a private practice therapist specializing in family building, helping couples and individuals cope with infertility, and pregnancy loss. Has been in practice 18 years, is a member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, and has been clinic counselor for OHSU for over 14 years. Sees patients before, during, and after pregnancy and has special interest in helping those that have pregnancy loss, Postpartum Depression, and grief and loss from failed infertility treatment cycles. Helped start Oregon Resolve and has provided twice yearly support/therapy groups for women with infertility. Lesley Alter, LCSW 8532 N Ivanhoe, Suite 203 Portland, OR 97203 503.286.1004 Licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience providing individual and family therapy to those who are struggling with issu es of infertility, pregnancy loss, and Postpartum Mood Disorders. Britt Anderson, PhD 04 SW Hamilton Street Portland, OR 97239 503.977.7925 Licensed clinical psychologist providing psychotherapy to individuals and couples. Specialty areas include pregnancy and Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders. Baby Blues Connection PO Box 33143 Portland, OR 97292-3143 360.735.5571 (Vancouver, WA number) 503.797.2843 (Portland, OR number) info@babybluesconnection.org www.babybluesconnection.org Mom-to-mom support organization providing information, support, and resources to perinatal families and providers since 1994. Staffed by trained volunteers. Offers list of informed local providers. Phone and internet support, weekly mom-to-mom support groups, written materials, trainings, provider presentations, and volunteer opportunities. Laurie Cox, LCSW Motheroots 823 NE Broadway Portland, OR 97232 503.819.6354 lauriecoxlcsw@yahoo.com www.mothersource.org Laurie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing counseling to women and their partners specializing in issues related to fertility, pregnancy and birth trauma, loss, and the transition to motherhood. She utilizes relationship-based therapy, mind/body integration strategies, and sand tray in her practice. Britta Dinsmore, PhD 7929 SW 37th Avenue, Suite D Portland, OR 97219 503.913.4791 brittadinsmore@comcast.net Licensed psychologist providing supportive psychotherapy. Works with individuals and couples. Specialty areas include pregnancy loss, pregnancy and postpartum adjustment following infertility, Postpartum Mood Disorders, and body image/eating disorder issues. Gaby Donnell, LCSW Motheroots 823 NE Broadway Portland, OR 97232 503.287.2295 gabydon@gmail.com www.mothersource.org Gaby is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides counseling to women and their partners specializing in issues related to fertility, pregnancy, birth trauma, loss, and the transition to motherhood. She utilizes conversation, humor, sand tray, and imagery in her practice. Cynthia Good Mojab, MS, IBCLC, RLC, CATSM LifeCircle Counseling and Consulting, LLC PO Box 5803 Aloha, OR 97006 503.615.0845 cgoodmojab@lifecirclecc.com www.lifecirclecc.com Clinical Counselor and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant addressing the needs of women during the reproductive and parenting years, including issues of infertility, adoption, pregnancy, childbirth, attachment, maternal development, mothering, loving guidance, pregnancy loss, infant death, breastfeeding loss, emotional discomfort with breastfeeding, postpartum stress, depression and anxiety, communication, expectations, and role conflicts. Jennifer Linnman, LCSW 1962 NW Kearney Street, Suite 106 Portland, OR 97209 503.490.1364 Social Worker specializing in treating children and families around issues of depression, anxiety, prenatal and postpartum issues, and parenting issues. Works with mother-infant/child dyads as well as with siblings affected by Postpartum Depression and Psychosis. Teaches in the Graduate School of Social Work at Portland State University. Molly Padulo, MA Orange Dot Counseling 1962 NW Kearney Street, Suite 103 Portland, OR 97210 503.358.6945 molly@orangedotcounseling.com www.orangedotcounseling.com Mental health therapist specializing in working with individuals and couples around postpartum and perinatal issues, as well as disordered eating patterns in mothers prior and after delivery. Paula Wagenbach, PsyD 1818 NE Irving Street Portland, OR 97232 503.421.0092 wagenbachpm@yahoo.com Licensed psychologist providing Cognitive Behavior Therapy for adolescents and adults. Committed to helping heterosexual, lesbian, and adoptive women retain and expand their identities while developing healthy, joyful relationships with their children. Has also worked as a clinic counselor for University Fertility Consultants at Oregon Health and Sciences University for the past 13 years. ___________________________________
SECTION II
Other Healthcare Providers
King County
Beth Webber, MSOM, LAc, LMP Zoe Lotus Healing Arts 402 NE 72nd Street, Suite 6 Seattle, WA 98115 and 6523 21st Avenue NE, Suite 3 Seattle, WA 98115 206.601.7204 info@zoelotus.org www.zoelotus.org Licensed Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist providing holistic health care options for all areas of women's wellness. Blends gentle acupuncture and massage in each session. Specialty areas include prenatal and postpartum care and PPMD. ___________________________________
SECTION III
Professional Doulas and Childbirth Educators
Snohomish County
Melinda Ferguson, CD, PCD (DONA, PALS, NAPS) Edmonds, WA 98026 melinda@babymoondoula.com www.babymoondoula.com DONA certified birth and postpartum doula serving North King and South Snohomish Counties with extensive experience working with postpartum mood disorders. Melinda provides prenatal education and support, labor and delivery support, lactation and postpartum support. Previous Chair of Postpartum Support International of Washington. Megan Miles Birth Doula Marysville, WA 98270 360.659.1886 425.876.5202 violetlane.mail@gmail.com www.violetlane.com Birth doula providing prenatal education, labor support, lactation education, and postpartum support for families in Snohomish, North King, and Skagit Counties. Juliana Nason, MA, LMHC, NCC, CMHS blossom birth & baby (Located at Sound Holistic Health) 2804 Grand Avenue, Suite 300 Everett, WA 98201 206.604.0996 425.645.5330 fax juliana@blossombirthandbaby.com www.blossombirthandbaby.com In addition to her private psychotherapy practice, Juliana Nason, MA, LMHC, NCC, CMHS, is a Certified HypnoBirthing Practitioner, affiliated with the HypnoBirthing Institute. She offers private childbirth instruction for growing families. HypnoBirthing shows women how to use their natural instincts to bring about a safer, easier, more comfortable birthing. Emphasis is placed on pregnancy and childbirth, as well as on pre-birth parenting and the consciousness of the pre-born baby. Thurston County
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