Online Therapy For new
Millennial Moms
and soon to be new
in California
A safe space for moms who are ready to heal & break cycles of anxiety, depression & generational trauma, for themselves & their loved ones.
The early seasons of motherhood can be beautiful, but lets be honest, they can be overwhelming too.
No one can truly prepare you for the changes in your identity, relationships and mental health. Feelings of guilt, shame, judgement and your own childhood wounds can show up unexpectedly and rob you of your confidence, intuition and joy. The decisions you have to make during pregnancy & beyond can feel overwhelming. You want to be a present & loving parent but often catch yourself in cycles of anxiety, irritability, or exhaustion. Breathe & give yourself some grace. This just means you’re human & you may need some support in your healing journey. There is no shame in that!
Healing & breaking these cycles takes work, but investing in your mental health during this season can have long-lasting positive effects for your relationship with yourself & your loved ones. This is especially true if you grew up with trauma & adversity, where healthy relationships & coping were not consistently modeled. You don’t have to recreate that cycle. You have the power to start cycles of healing & growth for yourself and your family. Let’s get to work!
Hi! I’m Johanna,
& I can support you in your healing journey.
In therapy, I can help you process the emotions that are coming up as a new parent, notice unhelpful patterns & cycles, and support you in identifying skills that will allow you to show up with self-compassion and grounded in what matters most to you. It will take intentional work, but it’s worth it. Schedule a free, no obligation consultation to decide if I’m a good fit by sending me an email below.
About JLeebre Counseling
I am....
a first-gen, Latina, bilingual (Spa/Eng) licensed therapist (LPCC) and millennial mom in California. I have my Masters in Counseling Psychology from Columbia University and my Bachelors in Psychology from Harvard University. I have received advanced training in Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International.
I work with...
women in their early seasons of parenthood, whether they just found out they are going to be a mom or have an infant. I have a special focus on helping professionals, women of color, first-generation, Christian or millennials. My areas of focus include life transitions, anxiety, stress, depression, perfectionism, people-pleasing, & complex/generational trauma.
My Approach...
is holistic & trauma-informed. This may include: mind-body approaches, cognitive therapies, spirituality or faith based & more. My approach will be tailored to your unique needs & goals.
Services & Fees
Online individual therapy
A compassionate space to heal & learn how you can break cycles of anxiety, burnout & generational trauma. Individual Sessions (50-55mins): $175.
I accept a limited # of KaiserNorCal clients through Grow Therapy.
6 Month, Bi-Weekly Perinatal Program
The transition into motherhood can bring about many mixed emotions amidst a changing identity. It’s okay to acknowledge motherhood is hard and that the transition is more complicated than you had thought. There’s actually a word for this transition process: matrescence. Kind of like when you transition into adolescence- awkwardness optional but definitely welcome! You are experiencing a holistic change to your emotions, relationships, identity & more. You don’t have to navigate this rollercoaster of ups and downs by yourself. Through a very focused perinatal program, I can guide you through some of the big topics related to this period of your life, with compassion and grace. Some topics we will discuss include: managing expectations, embracing ambivalence, your experience of being mothered, creating a plan for support, coping with anxiety & depressive symptoms, your version of self-care, mindfulness in this season, & more.
Format: 12 telehealth sessions (2x/month for 6 months) at a discounted rate of $160/session. Requirements: 1 year before to 2 years after birth of the child.
Resource: Postpartum Support International
Postpartum Support International is dedicated to helping families suffering from postpartum depression, anxiety, and distress.
They offer a free helpline, where they will listen, answer questions and offer encouragement and resources as needed as it relates to pregnancy & postpartum. They also have a resource of free online support groups, including mood & mental health, parenting & loss & grief support.
Explore their website & resources below!
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Holistic Trauma-informed therapy
I believe in taking a holistic approach to therapy, treating the roots and not just the symptoms. Holistic trauma-informed care means that I am mindful of how past trauma, chronic stress and adverse childhood experiences (ACES) have impacted your mental, physical, relational and spiritual health. Therapy will aim to explore wellness in these areas and work to increase overall health .
Some techniques & tools I may use with my approach include:
- Somatic/Mind-Body Connection such as polyvagal therapy, deep breathing, movement, mindfulness, meditation, music, art, grounding & other nervous system regulation skills.
- Attachment-Based Therapy, including early attachment patterns with parents.
- Inner Child Work, including exploration of early childhood wounds.
- Spiritual Practices Exploration, including connection with your values & faith (if applicable).
- Cognitive therapy, including CBT & self-talk exploration.
- Cultural Assessments, including how experiences have been impacted by cultural identities.
- Other psychoeducation & skills that bring you sustainable healing, including boundary-setting, assertive communication skills, self-esteem work, parenting styles, healthy relationships & intentional rest/recharging rhythms.
- Real life practice: I can provide you with reflections, skills or tools to practice between sessions so you can apply what you learn in therapy to your life.
You will be an active participant in determining the right approach for the healing and growth you desire. You can do it, you are a cycle healer.
Contact Me
Here you can find links for my email, consultation call, grow therapy profile, psychology today profile, instagram & (brand new) podcast.
Johanna Lee, LPCC
Trauma-informed therapist, California
I help women in the early seasons of motherhood heal from childhood wounds & cope with stress so they can break cycles of anxiety, burnout & generational trauma, for themselves & their loved ones.
Some frequently asked questions
What is the free 15 min consultation call like?
I will ask you about your goals and provide a brief overview of my services. You can also ask me any questions you may have. If we're a good fit, we will confirm availability for sessions and get you scheduled. If I'm not the right fit for you, I will do my best to connect you with a resource that fits your needs.
What is the first meeting like?
During our first intake meeting, I will be asking you questions to get to know you better. The first few meetings are focused on getting a clearer understanding of your background & experiences and creating a plan to help you meet your goals. Collaboratively, we will decide how you would like sessions to look. This is YOUR time and I want to make sure your preferences are included so please let me know what works and what doesn't- I won't take it personally (lol).
How often will we meet & for how long?
Therapy is most beneficial when you are able to apply skills in between sessions and process the growth and barriers consistently. For this reason, I ask for regularly scheduled appointments that are weekly or bi-weekly, especially in the beginning. I understand life & financial barriers happen so monthly sessions are also an option. Most important is that you have a dedicated time that you are investing in your mental health. Something as simple as including this as part of your consistent routine is huge step of growth.
How can I contact you?
Email is typically best and I will do my best to respond within 2 days. My email is therapy@jleebre.com. If you are my current client, please contact me through the secure messaging portal or leave me a voicemail at 858-326-0831.
If you need immediate assistance, please reach out to one of the contacts on the resource page.
What will we work on in therapy?
Everyone's journey looks different since it will be tailored to your specific needs and goals but here are some common topics that are discussed in therapy:
-processing childhood wounds, including trauma and adversity
-gaining insight onto the cycles of anxiety, burnout and trauma
-your attachment style
-stress management and nervous system regulation skills
-embracing "good enough" and letting go of perfectionism
-learning to respond instead of react (there's a difference!)
-setting healthy boundaries
-the roots of people-pleasing and how to let it go
-learning how to communicate your needs
-barriers to asking for and receiving help
-making a plan to delegate when you're feeling overwhelmed
-notice your patterns of fight, flight, freeze, fawn in your mind & body
-learning to use positive discipline skills in parenting
-different parenting styles
-barriers to seeking community
-healthy relationship skills
-communication skills
-setting a plan to rest and recharge
-ways to reparent your inner child
-implement habits for self-compassion & grace
and whatever else you want to bring in!
What's your session availability?
My availability varies but my usual working days are Tuesday-Thursday afternoons with some limited Monday & evening availability by inquiry. All services are offered online and I can work with anyone living in California. You can view available slots by going to my Grow profile. We can discuss availability during the consultation call as well.
What are the prices & payment options?
My rate is $175 for 50-55 minute individual sessions and fees are due after the session. If I do not receive a cancelation within 24 hours of our meeting or if I am "no-showed" there is a $125 fee. My fees account for my degrees, training and experience. I will send you a good faith estimate within 3 days of our intake. Read more on that on my last page.
I accept a limited # of Kaiser NorCal clients through grow therapy. You will need to coordinate with your insurance before booking but I can support you in doing this if you need help.
What are some benefits to not using insurance?
There are a few reasons to opt out of using insurance:
- Increased control over your services. Insurance can dictate session lengths & how long you can receive services- even if it's not in your best interest.
- Increased confidentiality. Information about diagnosis or sessions does not need to be disclosed to insurance or documented on medical record.
- Increased flexibility. With private pay, you don't need a mental health diagnosis to receive services so it can open up possibilities around sessions and treatment goals.
- Increased transparency. Insurance coverage can get confusing around deductibles or what is covered, which could leave someone needing to pay when they were not expecting. With private pay, you know exactly what you will pay and when from the start.
- Stability in provider. If your insurance were to change (e.g. job switch) you may need to switch providers, even if you got comfortable with them.
Resources
If you are having thoughts of suicide or are worried you may harm yourself, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. The Lifeline provides 24/7 confidential support at no cost whether you’re in need of immediate help or are looking for prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. Call, Text or Chat 988
If you need crisis counseling right now, you can contact the Crisis Text Line for free counseling 24/7 by texting the word HOME to 741741, or visit crisistextline.org.
If you are a victim of domestic violence and need help, call or chat the national Domestic Violence Hotline for free, 24/7.
Call 1-800-799-7233, Text START to 88788 or Chat
You can call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: If you are a survivor of child abuse or neglect and want someone to talk to; If you suspect a child is being abused, neglected, or harmed; If you are a parent or caregiver, and need some help or guidance; If you are a child and someone is hurting, abusing, or neglecting you
Call 1-800-422-4453 or Chat
For Crisis Hotlines focused on specific needs.
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