What counts as birth trauma?

Birth trauma is defined by how an event felt to you — not whether it looked 'bad' from the outside. Unexpected complications, feeling out of control, not being heard by providers, emergency procedures, or simply an experience that didn't match what you expected can all be traumatic.

Can therapy help with birth trauma?

Yes. Trauma-focused therapies like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and trauma-informed CBT are effective for birth trauma. Phoenix Health therapists are trained in perinatal trauma and can work with you at a pace that feels safe.

Can I get therapy online if I live in California?

Yes. Phoenix Health provides telehealth therapy to residents of California. Sessions are conducted via secure video from your home, office, or anywhere private — no commute required. All Phoenix Health therapists are licensed and authorized to practice in California.

What is a PMH-C certification?

PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certification) is awarded by Postpartum Support International (PSI) to clinicians who have completed advanced training in perinatal mental health — covering postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, birth trauma, and related conditions. It represents the gold standard of specialization in this field.

How do I know if I need therapy?

If you're struggling — with your mood, your thoughts, your relationship, or just how you're coping — that's enough of a reason to talk to someone. You don't need a diagnosis. A free consultation is a low-commitment first step.

💔Birth Trauma

Your birth experience matters. So does what you're carrying. — therapists serving Los Angeles, California

"My birth experience left me shaken. I can't stop replaying it."

An estimated 1 in 3 women describe their birth experience as traumatic.

✓See a specialist this week✓PMH-C Certified Therapists✓Telehealth — see anyone from home✓In-network in California

No commitment. We'll confirm your coverage before your first session.

Virtual therapy for Los Angeles families

Los Angeles is a city that demands a car, a plan, and a tolerance for traffic — none of which are easy to maintain with a newborn. For parents across LA, the postpartum period collides hard with the city's realities: the cost of living is high, the commutes are long, childcare is difficult to find and afford, and the sprawl means that even when friends exist, they're rarely close. The Valley, West LA, Silver Lake, Pasadena, Long Beach — each neighborhood has its own character but shares the same structural challenge: building a life here is expensive and exhausting even before a baby arrives. Therapy in LA traditionally meant navigating traffic to an office, finding parking, and spending 30 minutes on the road for a 50-minute session. Phoenix Health therapists see clients in LA entirely via telehealth — from home, during the baby's nap, or whenever a window opens. Our therapists specialize in postpartum depression, anxiety, birth trauma, and the particular kind of identity shift that motherhood brings. Asking for support here doesn't require a commute.

Serving all of Los Angeles: the Valley · West LA · Silver Lake · Pasadena · Long Beach · the Eastside

Our Birth Trauma specialists serving Los Angeles, California

All Phoenix Health therapists hold or are working toward PMH-C certification — the gold standard in perinatal mental health.

Real clients. Real relief.

What our clients say about their experience.

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“Everyone kept saying 'at least the baby is healthy.' I know they meant well. But I still had to live inside a body that went through something traumatic, and nobody seemed to think that mattered. My therapist was the first person who acknowledged both things could be true at once — that I could be grateful and also need to heal.”

— mom of 1

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“My labor lasted 38 hours and ended in an emergency I wasn't prepared for. I couldn't tell the story without reliving it. My therapist used EMDR and something shifted — I could finally talk about what happened without leaving my body. I didn't know that was possible. I tell every pregnant person I know about perinatal therapy now.”

— mom of 3

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“My emergency C-section left me with nightmares and panic attacks. I couldn't talk about the birth without shaking. Therapy helped me process the trauma and reclaim my story. I'm pregnant again now, and I actually feel ready.”

— expecting mom of 1

Insurance accepted in California

✓Aetna / Meritain / CVS Health / First Health
✓Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield
✓Cigna / Evernorth
✓United Healthcare (UHC) / UMR / Surest
✓Optum / United Behavioral Health (UBH)
✓Magellan Healthcare
✓Oscar Health
✓Oxford Health Plans

We verify your benefits before your first session — most patients pay a standard specialist copay after their deductible. FSA and HSA eligible.

How it works

Book your free call

No commitment, no paperwork. Just a short call to tell us what you're going through and confirm we're the right fit.

Get matched

We pair you with the right specialist for your state and situation — and confirm your coverage before you commit.

Start your first session

Meet your therapist from home — no commute, no waiting room. Weekly or biweekly, adjusted to your life.

Common questions

Birth trauma is defined by how an event felt to you — not whether it looked 'bad' from the outside. Unexpected complications, feeling out of control, not being heard by providers, emergency procedures, or simply an experience that didn't match what you expected can all be traumatic.
Yes. Trauma-focused therapies like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and trauma-informed CBT are effective for birth trauma. Phoenix Health therapists are trained in perinatal trauma and can work with you at a pace that feels safe.
Yes. Phoenix Health provides telehealth therapy to residents of California. Sessions are conducted via secure video from your home, office, or anywhere private — no commute required. All Phoenix Health therapists are licensed and authorized to practice in California.
PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certification) is awarded by Postpartum Support International (PSI) to clinicians who have completed advanced training in perinatal mental health — covering postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, birth trauma, and related conditions. It represents the gold standard of specialization in this field.
If you're struggling — with your mood, your thoughts, your relationship, or just how you're coping — that's enough of a reason to talk to someone. You don't need a diagnosis. A free consultation is a low-commitment first step.