Pre & Postnatal Wellness + Support
WELCOME
Thank you for considering Postnatal Support Advocates on your emotional wellness journey through motherhood. Our founders, affectionally referred to as "The Jenns", established PSA after practicing traditional mental health counseling in a private practice setting for years. During this time, they listened to client after client talk about the adverse impacts of isolation in motherhood, lack of a village, inadequate or non-existent paid maternity leave, societal disregard for and devaluation of unpaid parenting & domestic labor, birth trauma, obstetric violence and more.
Often, mamas did not have language for or representation of these painful experiences, and the impact persisted years after birth. Mothers themselves, The Jenns knew there had to be a better way. Then PSA was born. What initially began as an in-home, postnatal 4th trimester program has quickly grown into a full-service team of mama providers serving mama clients at any point on their journey through motherhood.
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In July of 2023, PSA, Inc. became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to further offset the financial burden that is often a barrier to families seeking and receiving services.
YOUR APPOINTMENTS
Flexible & Supportive Emotional Wellness Options
We understand the complexities of motherhood as we currently know it: juggling responsibilities, managing childcare, and availability for appointments to name a few. Sometimes you need to get out of the house for a bit. Sometimes its too stressful to think about packing up all of baby's things and leaving the house. Sometimes what you thought would be an in-office visit has to be switched to telehealth because a kiddo is sick. We get it because we know it, and we are flexible. This is why we offer sessions in-person at your home, in-person at our office or virtually via telehealth.
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We are dedicated to removing or reducing the barrier of cost to our clients whenever and wherever possible. As licensed mental health professionals, we are able to accepct insurance for services we provide. We are proud to accept Delaware Medicaid and most major commercial insurance plans.
POSTNATAL 4TH TRIMESTER PROGRAM
The PSA Philosophy
We know that connection to emotional wellness support immediately following birth is crucial to adapting + flourishing. We are deeply committed to providing this support to all postnatal parents during the foundational 4th trimester + beyond. Whether it is your 1st or 10th birth, you shouldn't have to wait to be connected to resources. We provide immediate, ongoing services in the comfort of a your own home while you are acclimating to this life changing event. If you prefer to meet in-office, virtually or a combination of all three, we offer that too; we support you wherever you are.
When adequately served and supported, postnatal parents are afforded:
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Rest, recovery and repair of the mind-body system after birth.
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Potential reduction of nervous system complications like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and postpartum mood + trauma disorders.
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Interventions that promote a secure parent-infant bond.
Emotional Wellness Visits
We maintain that if postnatal parents were adequately served and supported as a standard of care, there will be less likelihood to develop postnatal mood disorders like postpartum depression. Through implementation of The Briar Approach and an Interpersonal Psychology model of mental health and emotional wellness treatment, Postnatal Support Advocates will provide counseling services throughout your 4th trimester (12 - 16 weeks). During your visits we will be addressing and helping you resolve common adversities that arise in four key areas:
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Interpersonal strains like social isolation or unfulfilling relationships.
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All that encompasses the life transitions around childbirth.
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Managing stages of grief common during transition and adaptation to a new baby.
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Interpersonal disputes that emerge from conflicting expectations between partners, family members, close friends and loved ones.
OUR MODEL + APPROACH
OUR PROVIDERS + PARTNERS
Katie McCracken, LMSW
Mental Health + Emotional Wellness
she / her
Katie is a dedicated mother and licensed social worker with strong passion for maternal mental health. Following her own struggles during the postpartum period, she became committed to supporting other moms ensuring they never feel isolated in their experiences.
PSA Provider
Amy Nicholson, LMSW
Mental Health + Emotional Wellness
she/her
Amy is a mother and therapist who is passionate about maternal mental health and supporting clients on their motherhood + breastfeeding journey. She creates a safe, supportive environment to process trauma specific to women and birthing people.
PSA Provider
Cindra Holland, RDN, LDN,
MB-EAT-QI, CWNC
Registered Dietician/Nutritionist
she/her
Cindra is dedicated to making you feel relaxed + confident about your health journey. Women's health initiatives are very important to Cindra, which is why she offers services including pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, postpartum, PCOS, fertility and more.
Community Partner
Morgan Harvey
Full-Spectrum Doula
she/her
Morgan Harvey is a full-spectrum doula and the founder of Beyond Birthing, offering holistic, culturally rooted support from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond. As an adoptee, she brings a deeply informed and compassionate approach to families navigating adoption, identity, and generational healing. Her work includes placenta preparation, intentional meal planning, and doula mentorship, all grounded in her Cradle to Community ecosystem—an integrative model designed to support families at every stage of their journey.
Community Partner
Dr. Paige Dougherty
Birth Doula, Lactation Consultant, Chiropractor, Acupuncturist
she/her
​Dr. Paige is Webster Certified and has completed advanced training in acupuncture (National University Acupuncture Course, 2020), CAPPA Childbirth Education Training, and the Spinning Babies Workshop (2021). She is passionate about integrating chiropractic care with perinatal support and providing a holistic approach to family health.
Community Partner
Kamry Wanner
Prenatal, Postpartum & Pediatric Massage Therapist
she/her
Little Lotus is dedicated to providing personalized massage therapy services that cater to both therapeutic and pediatric needs. Kamry, a seasoned massage therapist with over 10 years of experience, Little Lotus specializes in a range of techniques, including Deep Tissue, Swedish, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point therapy, Muscle Stripping, Deep Effleurage, and Pediatric Massage, including prenatal and infant care.
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DONATE
Want to Make a Difference in a Family's Life?
We believe it should be standard of care to nurture, support and offset the cost of basic needs of parents raising the future generation regardless of their financial status. Your meaningful contribution to Postnatal Support Advocates will help Delaware families thrive.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your donation is tax deductible. No donation is too small.
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Visit Copays $25​
Most parents do not have health insurance that covers the full cost of emotional wellness check in visits. If their copay is as low as $25, parents are tasked with paying $100 per month to get basic mental healthcare that helps them survive + thrive.
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Postpartum Doula Services
$250
Every parent needs an extra set of hands when a new baby arrives, and every parent deserves it. Postpartum doulas offset the exhaustion and overwhelm most parents identify as adversely affecting their mental and emotional wellness.
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PSA Welcome Bag$50
Every family receives a welcome bag that includes products sourced from local businesses including: aromatherapy, maternal affirmation cards, nervous system regulation cards, community resources and more.
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First Four Weeks
$1000
Contribute to all of the above-mentioned items and much more during the first four weeks with baby.
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Physical Health & Wellness $75
Physical wellbeing deeply supports emotional health during pregnancy and postpartum. Services like maternal fitness, chiropractic care, massage, acupuncture, and yoga are here to gently support mom's body, helping to feel more balanced, cared for, and connected through every stage.
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Fourth Trimester
$3000
Contribute to all of the above-mentioned items and much more during a parent's entire 4th trimester.
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Lactation Support $100
Not all families have healthcare that covers lactation visits. Infant feeding is an important component of the parent-infant bonding process. ​​
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Choose Your Amount
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Donate any amount to support Delaware families so they can thrive with their new baby. Every dollar counts.
CONTACT US
Ready to schedule or have a few questions? Reach out!
Our providers are committed to an anti-patriarchal, anti-white supremacist approach to care with a focus on inclusivity, diversity and regular examination of our own implicit biases. We are wholeheartedly committed to serving all families with respect and compassion. We are members of and/or aspiring allies to the LGBTQIA+ community, communities of color, and individuals & groups adversely impacted by oppressive ideology, institutions & systems.
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