Reproductive Psychiatry and Counseling

infertility

Top Psychiatrist Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Ft Worth, El Paso and surrounding areas.

How to deal with infertility

Mental health and fertility commonly influence one another, which is why treating and optimizing mental wellness while trying to conceive is essential. We provide support and treatment of mental health for those going through infertility.

Infertility Consultations:

Performed by a psychiatrist specializing in perinatal mental health
One-time, 75 minute visit
Includes a thorough medical mental health evaluation followed by personalized, comprehensive treatment recommendations.
A coordinated plan that can be shared with an individual’s health care team, if desired.
Ideal for individuals going through infertility who:

Have a personal or family history of mental health disorders
Are currently taking, or have previously taken, psychiatric medications and want education on treatment postpartum, including while lactating.
Are seeking recommendations on evidence-based, holistic treatment options
Desire a second opinion on recommendations

Medication Management:

Performed by a psychiatrist specializing in perinatal mental health
A 75-minute intake is performed, followed by 20-45 minute follow-up visits.
Entails a thorough medical mental health evaluation, personalized treatment inclusive of those lactating, and ongoing management of mental health concerns throughout postpartum, and into early parenthood, if needed.
Care is coordinated with an individual’s health care team, if desired.
Ideal for those who are in postpartum or early parenthood, with recent or past mental illness symptoms, and desire to be followed by an expert throughout their early parenthood journey.

Individual Psychotherapy:

Performed by a psychotherapist or psychiatrist specializing in perinatal mental health
A 60-minute intake is performed, followed by 60-90 minute follow-up sessions.
Includes personalized treatment, and ongoing therapy.
Care is coordinated with an individual’s health care team, if desired.
Ideal for those who are postpartum or in early parenthood, with recent or past mental illness symptoms, and who desire mental health support by an expert throughout their early parenthood journey.

Wellness Consultations:

Designed for those wanting more education on how to optimize their mental health.
Performed by a reproductive mental health specialist
One-time, 45 minute visit
Entails a brief assessment followed by personalized education
Focused on lifestyle changes to improve mental wellness

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Fall 2022 Infertility Support Group

Infertility is a challenging journey often marked with isolation and a rollercoaster of emotions. Join others walking through infertility as you share your story, build community, and develop skills to manage stress and build resilience.

Topics include:

Stress management
Coping with anxiety and worry
The grief and loss of infertility
Boundaries

Dates: Mondays. September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 17, 24, 2022
‍Time: 5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
‍Cost: $195 per individual
‍Location: Join virtually from anywhere in Texas

Facilitator: Grace Rao, LMSW, received her Master of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin and is trained in reproductive mental health and wellness. She is passionate about supporting individuals through compassionate presence, demystifying neuroscience, and practical strategies to cope with the stressors of infertility. Grace has lived in Austin for 5 years and can be found eating tacos and exploring the greenbelt with her recently adopted german shepherd Chex. Grace is supervised by Elaine Cavazos, LCSW-S, PMH-C.