Why Group Therapy Works for New Moms with Postpartum Anxiety
Postpartum anxiety
Let’s be real—being a new mom is hard. Like, really hard.
You’re suddenly responsible for a tiny human, your sleep is a joke, your body feels like a stranger, and on top of it all… your brain won’t stop spiraling.
If you’ve found yourself worrying all day, overthinking everything, or feeling totally overwhelmed—you’re not alone. Postpartum anxiety is incredibly common, but not nearly talked about enough.
And here’s what I want you to know: group therapy helps. Like, really helps.
Why Group Therapy Helps with New Mom Anxiety
When I say “group therapy,” I’m not talking about sitting in a circle awkwardly spilling your guts (unless you want to—then go for it). I’m talking about structured, supportive, and therapist-led sessions that are actually helpful.
Here’s why it works:
It’s not just you. One of the biggest lies anxiety tells us is that we’re the only ones feeling this way.
It’s structured support. A good group therapy curriculum gives you tools, not just space to vent.
You get support—from the group and the therapist. Other moms’ stories often resonate more than anything a clinician could say.
What Group Therapy Covers for Postpartum Anxiety
Postpartum anxiety might look like:
Racing thoughts
Constant worry
Restlessness and irritability
Sleep issues, even when the baby is asleep
Here’s what we do in group therapy:
✅ Learn mindfulness techniques that actually work in mom life
✅ Use CBT tools to challenge and reframe anxious thoughts
✅ Practice self-compassion and reduce feelings of failure
✅ Build community and connection
For Therapists: Want to Run a Group Without Reinventing the Wheel?
I created the Ready To Launch curriculum because I was hearing the same stories from every client. I knew they didn’t just need me—they needed each other.
This is for therapists who want to offer group therapy but don’t have time to start from scratch.
You’ll get:
📘 8 structured sessions with facilitator notes
✍️ Printable handouts + client worksheets
🧠 Techniques from CBT, ACT, and mindfulness
🧾 Forms, agreements, and screening tools
💻 Fully digital and ready to launch
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For Moms: You’re Not Alone
If you’re a new mom reading this and thinking, “Yep, this is me”—I see you.
Group therapy gives you the space to feel supported, heard, and less alone. And it helps. Really.
Click here to book a consult.
Whether you’re a therapist or a mom, there’s a place for you in this work.
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