Grief and parenthood can coexist. Neither cancels the other out. — therapists serving Oakland, California
"Grief doesn't pause for a pregnancy or a new baby. And no one teaches you how to hold both."
No commitment. We'll confirm your coverage before your first session.
Virtual therapy for Oakland families
Oakland is a city with deep community roots and real diversity — but for new parents, it's also a city where the gap between expectation and reality can be sharp. The cost of living has risen dramatically, neighborhood change has disrupted long-established support networks, and the cultural weight on mothers to be strong, capable, and present can make it harder to ask for help when things are hard. In Temescal, Rockridge, Fruitvale, around Lake Merritt and Grand Lake — across Oakland's neighborhoods, parents are navigating postpartum challenges without always having the language or the permission to name them. Postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma are medical conditions. They aren't fixed by willpower or by the right community. Phoenix Health provides telehealth therapy to families throughout Oakland and the East Bay, with sessions conducted via secure video that don't require you to arrange childcare or navigate a commute. Our therapists hold PMH-C certification in perinatal mental health and provide care that is explicitly affirming across race, culture, family structure, and identity. Reaching out is a sign of clarity, not weakness.
Serving all of Oakland: Temescal · Rockridge · Fruitvale · Lake Merritt · Grand Lake
Our Grief & Loss specialists serving Oakland, California
All Phoenix Health therapists hold or are working toward PMH-C certification — the gold standard in perinatal mental health.
Sailys Concepcion
LMHC, LPC, LPCC, PMH-C
Sailys is a bilingual therapist who helps parents navigate the emotional journey of pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and loss across California, Florida, Georgia, Arizona, Washington, and Louisiana.
Licensed in CA, LA, WA, AZ, GA, FL
Analisa Velasco-Lopez
LCSW
Analisa is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who offers a holistic and trauma-informed approach to supporting parents through every stage of their family-building journey.
Licensed in CA
Nadine Mejia
LCSW, PMH-C
Nadine is a licensed clinical social worker who helps parents navigate postpartum depression, grief, and major life transitions in California, South Carolina, and Florida.
Licensed in CA, SC, FL
Natalia Cruz Navarro
LCSW
Natalia Cruz Navarro is a bilingual therapist who supports parents through pregnancy loss, birth trauma, and postpartum mental health challenges in California.
Licensed in CA
Real clients. Real relief.
What our clients say about their experience.
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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
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“I had intrusive thoughts that terrified me. I was too ashamed to tell anyone, even my partner. My therapist explained postpartum OCD and helped me understand I wasn't dangerous. The intrusive thoughts are 90% gone now. I wish I'd reached out sooner.”
— mom of 2
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“After three failed IVF rounds, I was told to 'just stay positive.' My therapist was the first person who acknowledged the grief, the anger, and the exhaustion — and helped me process what I'd been through. I finally felt seen.”
— hopeful mom
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
- 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.
Trusted by leading voices in perinatal health
Ready to talk about grief & loss?
A free 15-minute call is the best place to start — no paperwork, no commitment. We'll confirm your coverage and match you with the right therapist.
Learning resources
🕊️Read our Grief & Loss guides →Often goes alongside