NEXT GROUP STARTING IN EARLY APRIL
Online Postpartum Support Group for New Moms in California
Weekly virtual meetings to connect with other women who truly get it. Small, supportive online groups, led by a two licensed perinatal therapists.
**Sign up now - only a few spots remaining for the April start date!
Do these #postpartumstruggles sound familiar?
⟡ You love your baby, but the reality of early parenthood is far more overwhelming than you expected.
⟡ Sleep deprivation is affecting everything: your mood, patience, confidence & coping.
⟡ You miss parts of your old life and identity and feel guilty for admitting it.
⟡ You feel isolated at home while everyone else seems to be thriving with a newborn.
⟡ You wish someone would talk honestly about how hard this transition can be.
As two therapists who are also moms with that same lived experience, let us just say: we’ve been there and we understand how difficult it is to feel like you navigate the postpartum period all by yourself!
That’s why we’ve created our online support group to help you learn practical postpartum mental health skills AND connect with other new moms across California who are going through the exact same thing.
Everything you need to know about our postpartum therapy group
Start date in early April (message for details)
Weekly 60-min sessions in a virtual setting
Small group with max. 6-8 moms
4 month series (with option to continue)
$100 per meeting / $800 for full series
Commitment to full-series is required. Payment due in full at the start.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What our sessions will look like
Each group session will be 60 minutes and held virtually in a consistent, supportive space. We keep the group intentionally small, typically 6 to 8 moms max, so everyone has the opportunity to feel seen, heard and connected (and not like you’re just another square on a screen).
Each session includes a gentle check in to help you arrive and settle in, guided conversation around common postpartum themes like sleep, identity shifts, anxiety, relationships, and feeding, space for open sharing and connection with other moms, and occasional therapist led insights and practical tools woven in naturally. There is also time for questions and reflection.
This is not a lecture style group, think less classroom, more exhale, connect, and feel a little more like yourself again. Groups are held at a consistent weekly time to create structure and safety, and we do our best to choose times that work for the majority when forming the group.
ABOUT US
Meet the two California therapists who are hosting your new support group
Justine Gordon, LMFT
My name is Justine Gordon and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Born and raised in California, I have always loved getting to know new people and place a high value on being open-minded and caring. My own experiences as a mom have deeply inspired me to want to help other mothers going through the same experiences I struggled with. I am passionate about creating a safe, kind, collaborative, and judgment-free space where moms can feel seen and understood, learn more about themselves and find a renewed sense of physical and mental well-being.
Rachel Neporent, LCSW
My name is Rachel Neporent and I am a Licenced Clinical Social Worker (LSCW) I offer a trauma-informed, patient-first, relational approach in my work with moms. My path to becoming a therapist was deeply personal, shaped by my own transformative experiences in my own therapy as well as my experiences as a mom. It's with that very particular kind of empathy that I approach my work with you as your therapist. I am committed to helping moms find paths to healing, self-care, self-worth, and a life more grounded in positive wellness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at these common FAQs. If you’re feeling ready to join our group, go ahead and fill out the form below.
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So is everyone else, they just might not say it out loud. It’s completely normal. You are not expected to share right away, you can come, listen, and ease in at your own pace.
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No pressure at all. You can absolutely just listen. Many moms start that way and find that over time, it feels easier to speak up when it feels right.
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Yes, we are moms, we understand. If your baby needs you during the session, you are absolutely welcome to have them with you. Feeding, rocking, occasional chaos… all part of the experience. We want you to get the most of the group so we support however that works best for you!
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We get it, life with a baby can be unpredictable. While we encourage consistency (it really helps the group feel more connected), missing a session is okay. Payment is required upfront for the full group, so missed sessions are not refundable… consider it motivation to log on even if you’re in sweats and holding a baby. We also do not record sessions in order to protect everyone’s confidentiality, but we are always here if questions come up between sessions.
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It’s a bit of both. The group is therapist led and grounded in clinical knowledge, but it’s also a space for real conversation, shared experiences, and feeling less alone in what you’re going through. It is not a substitute for individual therapy, but it can be a really meaningful complement to it.
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No problem at all. For some moms, working 1:1 instead of a group can feel more supportive and nourishing during the postpartum period. If that sounds like you, you can learn about me postpartum therapy services here.
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Creating a space that feels safe and respectful is really important to us. At the start of the group, we go over clear guidelines around confidentiality and ask that everyone agrees to not share what others disclose outside of the group. While we can’t control what people do outside of it, we are very intentional about who joins and set a strong tone of care, respect, and privacy from the beginning. In our experience, when that foundation is in place, people show up with a lot of thoughtfulness toward one another.
Reach out to register your interest or reserve your spot for our support group starting in April!
To learn more or express interest in our group, reach out by sending us a message through this form or email us at rachelandjustinetherapy(at)gmail.com.
We can't wait to connect with you 🤍
Justine & Rachel