Vivian A. Shelton, PSY.D., LLC Dba Evolutionary Wellbeing
Clinical Psychologist · Marion, MA
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2 psychologists in Marion, MA
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No psychologists in Marion have listed postpartum depression and anxiety on a claimed profile yet. Below are Marion's psychologists generally — they are not filtered to postpartum depression and anxiety. Open any profile to see the conditions and specialties they list, and check back as more providers claim their profiles.
2 psychologists in Marion (general listings)
Understanding postpartum depression and anxiety
Bringing home a baby is supposed to be joyful — so when you feel weepy, anxious, or detached instead, the guilt can be crushing. Postpartum depression and anxiety affect many new parents (mothers and partners alike). The "baby blues" fade within two weeks; anything heavier or longer deserves support.
Common signs
- Crying more than usual, or feeling numb
- Intense worry about the baby's health or safety
- Rage or irritability that feels out of character
- Trouble bonding with the baby
- Scary intrusive thoughts
- Withdrawing from partner, friends, or family
- Feeling like a bad parent
Who treats postpartum depression and anxiety
Look for a provider who specializes in the perinatal period — postpartum therapists understand intrusive thoughts, rage, and bonding struggles without judgment. A perinatal psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner can talk through medication options compatible with breastfeeding. Your OB-GYN or midwife can also be a first call: many screen for postpartum depression and refer directly.
What to expect
Perinatal specialists understand this season of life. Therapy offers a judgment-free space plus concrete tools for intrusive thoughts and overwhelm. Some parents also benefit from medication that's compatible with breastfeeding — a perinatal psychiatrist can walk through the options.
When to seek help
If symptoms last beyond two weeks after birth, interfere with caring for yourself or the baby, or include scary thoughts, reach out now. You deserve support, not shame.
Seeing a psychologist about postpartum depression and anxiety
A psychologist approaches postpartum depression and anxiety with doctoral-level therapy and, when it is useful, formal testing. Testing can untangle a mixed picture — for example, whether concentration problems are anxiety or ADHD — so treatment targets the right thing from the start.
Marion at a glance
2 psychologists listed
Common questions
Isn't this just the baby blues?
The baby blues — weepiness, mood swings — fade within about two weeks of birth. Postpartum depression or anxiety is heavier, lasts longer, and can include rage, intrusive thoughts, numbness, or trouble bonding. Past the two-week mark, don't wait it out — reach out.
Can I take medication for postpartum depression while breastfeeding?
Some medications are considered compatible with breastfeeding and some aren't — this is exactly what a perinatal psychiatrist is for. Don't stop or skip medication on your own; bring the question to a prescriber who knows the perinatal research.
Do partners get postpartum depression too?
Yes. Partners can develop depression and anxiety after a birth, though it often looks different: irritability, withdrawal, or throwing themselves into work. If that's you, you deserve support too.
What will a postpartum therapist in Marion actually do?
Provide a judgment-free space plus concrete tools: coping with intrusive thoughts, managing overwhelm, protecting sleep where possible, and rebuilding connection with your baby and partner. No shame, no lectures about enjoying every moment.
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