Therapy for
Infertility and Loss
Serving Women in San Diego, CA
& Virtually throughout California and Oregon
You never imagined it would be this hard to get pregnant—or that you’d experience the deep grief of losing a pregnancy.
Once you make the decision that you want to become a mother, you envision what your life will look like when that day comes.
Every month that you get a negative pregnancy test is soul-crushing. You're living your life two weeks at a time, counting the days to ovulation and then the days until you can take a pregnancy test.
When the dream of growing your family is interrupted by miscarriage, the grief feels unbearable. You're grieving not only what could have been but the future you were planning.
It feels like everyone around you is moving forward with the life you long for, while you are left in a holding pattern. The heartbreak makes each passing month even more painful.
Your friends and family can’t relate, even though they try. You’re tired of the unsolicited advice and the feeling that others don’t truly understand the depth of your pain.
You wonder if it's your fault, or you blame yourself even it you don't have all the answers yet.
My Approach to Therapy for Infertility and Loss
Whether you’re navigating infertility or have experienced the heartbreak of miscarriage, this journey can feeling overwhelming and deeply isolating. No one should have to walk this path without support from someone who really understands you.
I’m here to help you process the grief, loss, and pain that come with both infertility and pregnancy loss. Together, we’ll work toward letting go of shame, guilt, and self-blame, and I’ll support you in finding compassion for yourself. Whether you’re managing the loss of a pregnancy or navigating fertility challenges, you deserve care and emotional support during this difficult time.
I will support you as you grieve, process, and begin to heal. We’ll focus on techniques to manage the emotional ups and downs, allowing space for healing while addressing the daily challenges that feel so heavy. You’ll learn mind-body strategies to calm your anxiety and find moments of peace, even in the storm. Healing isn’t linear, but with the right support, you can process the grief of your unexpected journey.
What are the effects of Infertility and Loss?
Miscarriage and fertility struggles make you hyper-aware of the world around you, where everyone else seems to be moving forward, but you’re stuck.
These experiences impact every aspect of your life. The emotional pain and grief can feel never-ending, and you may find yourself constantly reliving the loss or disappointment. Physical symptoms, like exhaustion and tension, often accompany the mental strain, leaving you feeling worn down and disconnected.
Loss can also leave you questioning your body, your choices, and your future. You might feel isolated from loved ones, as their attempts to comfort you fall short or miss the depth of your pain. The disconnect between how you’re feeling and how the world seems to move forward only deepens your sense of isolation.
Whether grieving a pregnancy loss or enduring the repeated heartache of infertility, it’s common to feel hopeless and alone. The decisions around fertility treatments can be overwhelming, compounded by the stress of finances and the physical toll on your body.
And the grief—it’s always present, affecting how you show up in daily life, and altering how you view yourself, your relationships, and your future.
It’s no surprise that research shows women facing infertility often experience the same levels of anxiety and depression as those with life-threatening illnesses.
And yet, despite how common these experiences are—1 in 8 couples face infertility and 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage—it’s rarely discussed openly, which makes it feel even more isolating.
No wonder you feel like you're carrying this burden on your own.
How can Therapy for Infertility and Loss Help Me?
Process the grief & pain you have experienced in this journey.
Advocate for yourself in your relationships & with care providers.
Identify your needs & communicate them with others.
Identify beliefs that are not serving you, and learn how they may be impacting your life.
Evaluate your relationship with your body & process the challenging beliefs.
Improve your relationship with your partner as you navigate your unique journey.
Feel empowered by your choices.
Feel grounded in your day-to-day life.
Clarify the values that matter to you most, and make changes to prioritize them.
Examine how your culture and family of origin impact your expectations of fertility & parenthood.
Take a holistic view of your well-being by nurturing your mind, body & spirit in the therapy space.
