Let’s be honest: the traditional "therapy hour" was not designed for a postpartum mom in New York.

Between navigating the stairs of a Bronx walk-up with a stroller, or the 30-minute drive into Ithaca from the outskirts of Groton, the logistics of getting to an office often feel harder than the actual therapy. By the time you pack the diaper bag, find a parking spot, and soothe a crying baby, your "healing hour" is already half over.

At Towner Therapy, I believe your mental health shouldn't depend on your ability to find a babysitter or a parking space. That’s where the benefits of telehealth truly shine.

The first few weeks after bringing a baby home to your apartment in the Bronx or your house in Westchester are a blur. Between the sleepless nights, the constant feedings, and the overwhelming shift in your identity, it’s normal to feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster.

Many new parents experience a period of weepiness and exhaustion known as the "baby blues." But for others, those feelings don't go away—they get heavier. As a perinatal mental health therapist in New York, one of the most common questions I hear is: "Is this just normal new-mom stress, or is it something more?"