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πŸ”Perinatal OCD & Intrusive Thoughts

Those thoughts don't make you dangerous. They make you scared. β€” therapists serving Orlando, Florida

"I keep having thoughts I'm terrified to say out loud. I'd never act on them."

Up to 3–5% of new mothers experience postpartum OCD β€” intrusive thoughts that feel unbearable to carry.

βœ“See a specialist this weekβœ“PMH-C Certified Therapistsβœ“Telehealth β€” see anyone from homeβœ“In-network in Florida

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

Virtual therapy for Orlando families

Orlando has grown enormously over the past decade, drawing families from across the country and around the world. For many new parents in Orlando, that growth is the backdrop to the postpartum period: you may have moved here recently, your family may be several states away, and the community you were counting on is still being built. Lake Nona, Winter Park, Kissimmee, Altamonte Springs β€” across the greater Orlando area, families are navigating new parenthood without the in-person support network they expected to have. Orlando's sprawl also means that getting to appointments β€” any appointments β€” requires planning, a car, and time that is hard to find with a newborn. Phoenix Health provides telehealth therapy to families throughout Central Florida with sessions conducted entirely via secure video. Our therapists specialize in postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, birth trauma, and the emotional weight of early parenthood, and they see clients who moved here from somewhere else as a significant part of their practice. You don't need to wait until things are at a breaking point. Reaching out early, when things are hard but not catastrophic, is when therapy is most useful.

Serving all of Orlando: Lake Nona Β· Winter Park Β· Kissimmee Β· Altamonte Springs

Our Perinatal OCD & Intrusive Thoughts specialists serving Orlando, Florida

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

Real clients. Real relief.

What our clients say about their experience.

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β€œI couldn't leave the house without checking the stove five times. Couldn't hand my daughter to anyone without a spiral of what-ifs. I thought I was going crazy. My therapist helped me understand what OCD actually is β€” not just being tidy, but a loop my brain got stuck in β€” and gave me tools to break the cycle. I'm not ruled by it anymore.”

β€” mom of 2

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β€œI kept having thoughts of accidentally hurting my baby during bath time. I was convinced that meant I was dangerous, and I almost didn't tell anyone. My therapist explained that intrusive thoughts are the opposite of what you want β€” they show up because you love him and your mind is trying to protect him. That reframe saved me.”

β€” mom of 1

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β€œMy 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.”

β€” expecting mom of 1

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Insurance accepted in Florida

  • βœ“Aetna / Meritain / CVS Health / First Health
  • βœ“Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • βœ“Cigna / Evernorth
  • βœ“Optum / United Behavioral Health (UBH)

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

How it works

1

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.

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Get matched

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

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Start your first session

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

Common questions

  • Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, disturbing thoughts that appear without warning β€” often violent or sexual in nature. In postpartum OCD, these typically involve harm coming to the baby. The key distinction: people with postpartum OCD are horrified by these thoughts and would never act on them. The thoughts are ego-dystonic (unwanted) β€” the opposite of intent.
  • No. Research is consistent: parents who have intrusive thoughts about harming their baby are not at risk of acting on them. The presence of the thoughts, and the distress they cause, is a sign of anxiety β€” not danger. Effective treatment is available.
  • Yes. Phoenix Health provides telehealth therapy to residents of Florida. Sessions are conducted via secure video from your home, office, or anywhere private β€” no commute required. All Phoenix Health therapists are licensed and authorized to practice in Florida.
  • PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certification) is awarded by Postpartum Support International (PSI) to clinicians who have completed advanced training in perinatal mental health β€” covering postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, birth trauma, and related conditions. It represents the gold standard of specialization in this field.
  • If you're struggling β€” with your mood, your thoughts, your relationship, or just how you're coping β€” 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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Ready to talk about perinatal ocd & intrusive thoughts?

A free 15-minute call is the best place to start β€” no paperwork, no commitment. We'll confirm your coverage and match you with the right therapist.

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Read more about Perinatal OCD & Intrusive Thoughts

How to Talk to Someone About Your Postpartum OCD

Telling someone about postpartum OCD is harder than most mental health disclosures because of the thought content involved. Here's how to start the conversation with your partner, doctor, or a therapist.

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Why It's Hard to Get Help for Postpartum OCD (And How to Get Past It)

Most people with postpartum OCD wait months before seeking help, often because of fear, shame, or not knowing effective treatment exists. Here are the real barriers and how to move past them.

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Am I Having Intrusive Thoughts or Something Worse?

If you're horrified by thoughts of harm coming to your baby, that horror is the key sign. Here's how to tell the difference between postpartum OCD intrusive thoughts and something that needs immediate help.

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Learning resources

πŸ”Read our Perinatal OCD & Intrusive Thoughts guides β†’

Often goes alongside

πŸ’­Postpartum Anxiety🌧Postpartum DepressionπŸ’”Birth Trauma