Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Women’s Health Concerns

One in 5 birthing people experience a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD). Despite available evidence-based treatment, 75% of people go untreated. As a certified perinatal mental health (PMH-C) provider, I specialize in providing affirming, trauma-informed care to people across their reproductive journeys. My goal is to help you find relief, effectively manage your symptoms, and find more meaning as you navigate this time. I support the bodily autonomy, reproductive rights, and decision-making of all child-bearing people.

Common Reasons for Seeking Support

  • Prenatal and postpartum anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and stress

  • Pregnancy decision-making

  • Grief & loss (termination for medical reasons, miscarriage, stillbirth,

    abortion, infant loss, and selective reduction)

  • Pregnancy after loss

  • Coping with a fetal medical diagnosis

  • Birth and NICU trauma

  • Fertility challenges and assisted reproductive technology (e.g., IVF)

  • Relationship challenges, boundary setting, and interpersonal stress

  • Adjustment to parenthood

  • Infant feeding-related challenges

  • Parent-infant bonding

  • PMDD, PCOS, and endometriosis

“I met Dr. Dugoni when I had an unexpected diagnosis in my second pregnancy around 26 weeks. From the beginning, Dr. Dugoni was compassionate, gentle, understanding, and nonjudgmental; but most importantly so easy to talk to! With my first daughter, I had worked with a therapist postpartum; but I didn't realize that the previous therapist wasn't a perfect fit for me until I met and worked with Dr. Dugoni. Dr. Dugoni was instrumental in helping me plan, prepare, be flexible, and embrace the nature of such a stark different second pregnancy.”

-Angela, mother of 2

What to Expect

  • During the initial appointment, we will discuss your history, reasons for seeking support, goals, and any questions you have for me.

    After the initial appointment, I will use the information gathered to provide you with treatment recommendations and any relevant diagnostic information. We will discuss treatment options and collaboratively develop an individualized treatment plan targeting your goals, making sure to go at a pace that feels comfortable to you.

  • Sessions are 50 minutes and are typically weekly or bi-weekly. The duration of therapy varies from person to person. Please refer to the About section for the specific treatments used in therapy.

Postpartum Cancellation Policy

The postpartum period is often accompanies by many unexpected changes to routine. With that in mind, I offer a flexible cancellation policy for your first 3 months postpartum: if you need to cancel within 24 hours, you can reschedule without being charged a cancellation fee.