The reality of becoming a new parent is WAY more challenging than is typically expected. It can be such a lonely journey and yet so many people are feeling the exact same way as you. You want to feel excited about being a parent and experience all the joy and love people keep telling you will magically happen. But instead you feel terrified, doubtful, weepy, and worst of all, like a terrible parent. You look in the mirror and perhaps you no longer recognize yourself. You should know that what you are experiencing is incredibly common. You should know it gets better with help, and I can help you.
You want to feel like you again, or a better version of you. A parent that can raise strong and happy children, without feeling like you have lost yourself. As a mother of two small children I am very familiar with this overwhelm. I am certified in perinatal mental health and can help you overcome these challenges.
You can access 24/7 scheduling for a free consultation to discuss how to make room for supportive and convenient therapy. My clients have told me they appreciate my warm and unpretentious approach in therapy that allows them to get to the root of their problems more efficiently. Give me a call or check out my website to schedule your first appointment!

I provide online therapy sessions and can work with anyone residing in California. I also can see clients in person on Fridays in Calabasas, CA. My practice specializes in working with the perinatal population (pregnancy through the postpartum journey along with individuals that have suffered a miscarriage/pregnancy loss).  As a first generation Latina, I also understand how cultural factors impact our daily lives. To me cultural sensitivity and incorporation of those factors into treatment are vital.  I also have speciality training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD/anxiety disorders. Please contact me for more information. I look forward to meeting you and working collaboratively to reach your goals. Gladys Aguilar, LCSW, PMH-C 818-268-5953

My practice also offers culturally competent psychosocial evaluations for immigration purposes.