Your mind won't stop. And you're exhausted from it. — therapists serving Spokane, Washington
"I can't relax. I'm constantly waiting for something to go wrong."
Postpartum anxiety affects roughly 15–20% of new mothers, yet is often under-diagnosed.
No commitment. We'll confirm your coverage before your first session.
Virtual therapy for Spokane families
Spokane is the eastern anchor of Washington State — a city with its own identity, values, and challenges that differ significantly from the Seattle-centric view of Washington. For new parents in Spokane, the postpartum period often arrives in a community where mental health resources are less abundant than on the west side of the Cascades, and where the culture can be more skeptical of therapy as a solution. South Hill, North Spokane, Spokane Valley, and Liberty Lake are home to many working families who may not identify as therapy-going people but who are struggling with something real after the birth of a baby. Postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma are medical conditions, not personal failures — and they respond to treatment regardless of what you thought about therapy before. Phoenix Health provides telehealth therapy to families throughout Spokane and Eastern Washington with sessions via secure video from home. We accept major insurance plans in Washington including Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, and UHC. Our therapists hold PMH-C certification and specialize in perinatal mental health. You don't need to cross the Cascades for specialized postpartum care.
Serving all of Spokane: South Hill · North Spokane · Spokane Valley · Liberty Lake
Your therapist
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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“The anxiety didn't look like crying. It looked like researching every possible thing that could go wrong, canceling plans because I couldn't manage the variables, and snapping at my partner because I was running on adrenaline 24 hours a day. My therapist helped me name it and interrupt it. I feel like I got my brain back.”
— mom of 1
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“I couldn't put my son down without panicking. I'd check that he was breathing every few minutes through the night. My husband thought I was being a good mom — I knew something was wrong. My therapist helped me see the difference between vigilance and anxiety, and gave me tools to quiet the spiral. I sleep now. That alone changed everything.”
— mom of 2
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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 Washington
- ✓Aetna / Meritain / CVS Health / First Health
- ✓Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield
- ✓Cigna / Evernorth
- ✓United Healthcare (UHC) / UMR / Surest
- ✓Optum / United Behavioral Health (UBH)
- ✓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
- Postpartum anxiety often shows up as racing thoughts, constant worry about your baby's safety, an inability to relax, physical symptoms like a racing heart or shortness of breath, and feeling like something terrible is about to happen. It can be harder to recognize than postpartum depression because hypervigilance after having a baby can seem 'normal.'
- Postpartum anxiety affects roughly 15–20% of new mothers — making it actually more common than postpartum depression. It is also underdiagnosed because parents and providers may mistake heightened worry for normal new-parent behavior.
- Evidence-based treatments include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps interrupt catastrophic thinking cycles, and mindfulness-based approaches. In some cases, medication may be recommended alongside therapy. A PMH-C certified therapist can help design the right approach for you.
- Yes. Phoenix Health provides telehealth therapy to residents of Washington. 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 Washington.
- 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.
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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
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