Maternal Mental Health Program
It’s OK to need help. You deserve care, too.
At Sharp HealthCare, we offer an intensive outpatient program that provides specialized care for people who are pregnant or recently had a baby and are experiencing moderate to severe postpartum mental health conditions affecting their daily lives.
Known as perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), these conditions include perinatal and postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and psychosis.
Our expert teams are here to ensure you receive personalized care in a safe and respectful environment. We offer:
Assessment by a specialized psychiatrist and nurse practitioner
Education and treatment
Individual counseling and support
Group therapy
Hybrid in-person and virtual therapy
Medication management
Understanding perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs)
Frequently asked questions
Maternal Mental Health Program video
For first-time mom, Kelly Barrios, the postpartum journey wasn’t what she anticipated. After delivering her daughter, Kelly experienced severe postpartum anxiety and depression. Learn how she found support in the Maternal Mental Health Program at Sharp.
How to find us
Maternal Mental Health Program
8010 Frost Street, Suite 402 San Diego, CA 92123
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