Perinatal is a word that signifies the time around childbirth. Perinatal counseling is a type of mental health support for women who are pregnant or are up to 1-year postpartum. Those who have been struggling to conceive for at least 1 year or have experienced loss from miscarriage, stillbirth, or death of an infant, are also encouraged and welcome to partake in perinatal counseling. The partner of a pregnant person can share or have their own concerns that may benefit from perinatal counseling. This behavioral health specialty is available through the office at Meadville OB/GYN Associates (MOGA).
Our Perinatal Counselor
Dr. Taylor Shank, PhD
The specialty of perinatal counseling is fairly new to our area, but the importance of mental health support for pregnant patients, and possibly their partners, is one that health professionals and society is beginning to recognize and accept more. We will have much more information on perinatal counseling here in the near future, with content developed by our specialist, Dr. Taylor Shank.
In the meantime, if you’d like to learn more about these services or would like to set up an appointment, call Meadville OB/GYN Associates at: 814-333-5888.
Perinatal Counseling Location
