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Counseling for Pregnancy, Postpartum and Parenthood. Houston, The Woodlands, Spring, and online across Texas. Therapy for motherhood, not just mental health.

Get our FREE Fourth Trimester Guide https://tinyurl.com/cpfhmoms Sherry Duson, M.A., LMFT-S, LPC-S is a mental health professional who has been working with new mothers and their families since 1999. Under her supervision, interns at The Center for Postpartum Family Health conduct counseling, screening, and assessment for perinatal challenges such as:

Pregnancy loss
Pregnancy depression and anxiety
Infertility
Birth Trauma
Postpartum Depression- Diagnosis and Treatment
Postpartum OCD and Anxiety-Diagnosis and Treatment
Self-Care for New Mothers
Family/Couple Adjustment to Children
Couples or Marriage Counseling
Adoption
Abuse
Attachment
Parent and in-law issues
Blended families
Referral to medical treatment when necessary

Also available: support groups for new mothers at our 2 locations

CPFH strives to provide new parents with the information and support they need to thrive during this important life transition. All sessions are by appointment, and available on a sliding-scale basis

01/26/2026

✨ Redefining Failure with Maya Angelou

“Courage allows the successful woman to fail – and to learn powerful lessons from the failure – so that in the end, she didn’t fail at all.” — Maya Angelou

In a world that demands "perfection" from women—especially from mothers and professionals—the fear of failing can be paralyzing. We carry the weight of expectations, convinced that one "mistake" or one bad day defines our worth. 🕊️

But true success isn’t the absence of struggle; it’s the courage to walk through it.

When we allow ourselves the room to be human, we realize that the moments we labeled as "failures" were actually our most powerful teachers. They are the moments that build our resilience, clarify our boundaries, and deepen our empathy.

Therapy is the space where you can:
🛑 Stop the cycle of self-criticism.
💡 Unpack the lessons hidden in your hardest moments.
💪 Build the confidence to lead an authentic, courageous life.

You don't have to carry the pressure of "perfection" alone. Let’s turn those heavy moments into a foundation for your growth.

💻 Ready to trade perfectionism for courage? Book your first therapy session today: https://www.cpfh.org/contact

01/25/2026

🌟 IT'S HAPPENING 🌟

The Maternal Mental Health Collective: Greater Houston is officially launching!

If you support perinatal & maternal mental health in the Greater Houston area, this community is FOR YOU.

💚 Therapists
💚 OB/GYNs
💚 Prescribers
💚 Doulas
💚 Pelvic floor therapists
💚 Lactation consultants
💚 Case managers
💚 Behavioral health providers

**FIRST MEETING:**
📅 Thursday, February 5th, 2026
🕐 9:30-11:00 AM
📍 Center for Postpartum Family Health

What we're doing:
→ Building connections across disciplines
→ Strengthening referral networks
→ Learning from local experts
→ Creating better outcomes for families

This is more than networking. This is a movement.

✨ From Conroe to Pearland
✨ The Woodlands to Baytown
✨ And everywhere in between

Let's transform how we support families together.

👉 Register now: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/maternalmentalhealthcollectivehouston

See you there! 💙

01/22/2026

The Mother's Circle Group is Open for New Members

Our 8-week support group for mothers is opening again starting January 20th, 2026—and we'd love to have you join us.

This isn't just another commitment on your already-full plate. It's a space where you can exhale. Where you're not alone. Where the messy, hard parts of motherhood are met with understanding instead of judgment.

What happens in Mother's Circle:
Share your real experiences with other mothers who get it
Learn practical coping strategies for anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional regulation
Set boundaries without guilt (yes, this is possible)
Rediscover your identity outside of motherhood
Build a support network that extends beyond the 8 weeks

Group Details:
📅 Tuesdays at 12:00 PM (starting January 20th, 2026)
💻 Virtual sessions (60 minutes each)
💰 $20 per session (Aetna & Cigna accepted; other insurance may be eligible)
👥 Small, intimate group of 6-12 members
🔒 Confidential, safe space led by perinatal mental health specialists

Individual intake required before joining to ensure the group is the right fit for you. Call today!

01/20/2026

💙 Please join us in welcoming Alexandra Glenn, LPC, to the CPFH team! 💙

We're thrilled to have Alexandra joining our collaborative of compassionate care providers. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Alexandra specializes in supporting women during pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood—providing expert care during life's most vulnerable and transformative moments.

Alexandra accepts Aetna, Cigna, BCBS, UHC, and Private Pay, making quality perinatal mental health support more accessible to the families we serve.

Welcome to the team, Alexandra! We're so grateful to have your expertise and dedication as part of our mission to support postpartum families. 💚

Learn more about Alexandra and schedule an appointment: https://www.cpfh.org/staff/alexandra-glenn-lpc

01/19/2026

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today we honor Dr. King's legacy by reflecting on this powerful question. His life reminds us that true purpose is found in service, that our individual actions create collective change, and that justice requires each of us to show up for our communities.

How will you answer his question today?

01/18/2026

🛑 Tool of the Week: The STOP Skill for Overwhelmed Parents

We’ve all been there: your child is melting down, your heart is racing, and you feel like you’re about to lose your cool. When you feel yourself spiraling, use this DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skill to regain control:

S: Stop Freeze. Don't react yet. Press pause on whatever you were about to say or do.
T: Take a Step Back Breathe. Just once. If you need to, physically step into another room for 30 seconds. Your child will be okay while you collect yourself.
O: Observe Notice what’s happening in your body. Is your jaw clenched? What thoughts are racing? Then, look at your child—what are they actually communicating beneath the behavior?
P: Proceed Mindfully Now decide: How do you want to show up? Choose the response that aligns with the parent you want to be, rather than reacting out of frustration.

Pro Tip: Write "STOP" on a sticky note and put it on your fridge or car dashboard. Pausing isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a sign of a regulated parent. 🧠✨

Want more DBT-informed tools for navigating the ups and downs of parenthood?

➡️ Sign up for our newsletter for weekly strategies: https://link.therasaas.com/widget/form/SBtBsDo37v7a4hjMXpEt

01/16/2026

We are thrilled to share that we were selected as recipients of the 2025 Allstate Main Street Grants Program! 🙌

Through this program, presented by , and we completed the 12-week Allstate Boost Camp accelerator and were awarded a $20,000 grant to support our next chapter of growth.

We are so grateful for this opportunity and excited for what’s ahead.

01/14/2026

Houston Parents: You’re invited to a FREE Community Baby Shower! 🎊🤱

Harris County Public Health is bringing together expecting and postpartum parents (up to 1 year) for a day of fun, food, and community.

The Details:
📅 When: Sat, Jan 17, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: The Higher Way Church (2504 Almeda Genoa Rd)

Expect great food, awesome giveaways, and a chance to relax with people who "get it." Partners and support people are welcome!

➡️ Claim your free ticket here: https://mmhbbyshwr.vfairs.com/

01/12/2026

🕊️ A Gentle Reminder for the Postpartum Soul

“You are worth the quiet moment. You are worth the deeper breaths and you are worth the time it takes to slow down, be still, and rest.” – Morgan Harper Nichols

In the early months of parenthood, "rest" can feel like a luxury you can't afford or a goal that’s constantly out of reach. You are so busy nourishing, holding, and tending to your family that it’s easy to forget that you require tending, too.

Please hear this today: Taking time for your mental health isn't "taking time away" from your baby. It is an investment in the foundation of your entire family.

You are worth more than just "getting through the day." You are worth:
✨ Space to process your birth story and new identity.
✨ Support for the intrusive thoughts and heavy emotions.
✨ A dedicated hour each week that belongs only to you.

Give yourself the gift of a supported start.

💻 Book your first therapy appointment today. Let’s create a space for you to breathe, be still, and heal: https://www.cpfh.org/contact

01/11/2026

🕯️ Tool of the Week: The Grief Permission Script

Grief and joy often live in the same house, especially in parenthood. But when we don't know what to do with that heavy feeling, we often try to hide it.

This week, use this framework to honor what you’re feeling instead of pushing it away:

1️⃣ Name the Loss: Get specific. Instead of "I’m just sad," try: "I’m grieving the spontaneity I had before kids" or "I’m mourning the birth experience I didn't get to have."
2️⃣ Give Yourself Permission: Say it out loud: "It’s okay to grieve this. Grief doesn't cancel out my love for my child. Both can exist."
3️⃣ Share the Weight: Grief that lives in isolation often turns into shame. Tell a partner, friend, or therapist: "I need to tell you about something I’m mourning." They don't need to fix it—they just need to witness it.
4️⃣ Honor the "Then" While Building the "Next": Grief isn't about "getting over it"—it's about integrating that loss into who you are becoming now.

The Formula: Name it + Permit it + Share it = Healing, not hiding.

Want to dive deeper into why joy and loss often coexist?

➡️ Read our latest blog post, "Understanding Postpartum Grief," for a full exploration of this experience: https://www.cpfh.org/get-help-sooner-than-later-

01/09/2026

Is the "village" being replaced by an algorithm? 🤖🏠

Check out this fascinating new article featuring our very own Dr. Lauren Pasqua!

The piece, "Is AI Replacing the Village? What Moms Turning to ChatGPT Says About Parenting in 2026," explores the rising trend of parents using AI for everything from sleep schedules to emotional support.

Dr. Pasqua weighs in on why parents are turning to digital tools and what it means for the future of maternal mental health and community connection. Is AI a helpful tool, or are we losing the human touch we desperately need?

➡️ Read the full article here to join the conversation: https://www.momswhothink.com/is-ai-replacing-the-village-heres-how-moms-are-using-ai-for-support-and-what-it-says-about-parenting-in-2025/

01/07/2026

🎊 You’re Invited: Houston Community Baby Shower! 🤱✨

Harris County Public Health Maternal Mental Health is hosting a celebration, and you’re invited! Whether you are currently expecting or navigating your first year postpartum, this event is for you.

Parenthood is a major transition, and you don’t have to do it alone. Come build your village and enjoy a day dedicated to your well-being.

The Details:
📅 When: Saturday, January 17, 2026
📍 Where: The Higher Way Church (2504 Almeda Genoa Rd, Houston, TX 77047)
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

What to expect: 🎁 Giveaways & Fun Games 🍴 Good Food 🤝 Connection with other local parents ✨ A warm, relaxing space for you and your support people

This celebration is FREE for expecting parents, postpartum parents (up to one year), partners, and support people. Let’s come together to remind one another that we are in this together!

➡️ Space is limited! Register now to secure your spot: https://mmhbbyshwr.vfairs.com/

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1544 Sawdust, Ste 290
The Woodlands, TX
77380

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http://cpfh.org/

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