Fear of Childbirth, Tokophobia and Birth Trauma Therapy
A blog for creating awareness and understanding about fear and anxiety surrounding pregnancy, labor and delivery and birth trauma.
To individuals experiencing anxiety or fear surrounding pregnancy, labor and delivery, as well as those navigating the effects of traumatic birth experiences:
Please know, that with therapeutic support, you may develop greater awareness of your emotions and responses, process traumatic memories, feel more grounded and strengthen your ability to communicate your needs.
You do not have to navigate these experiences alone.
Your story matters.
Your feelings are valid.
Compassionate support is available.
Ready to Begin?
A complimentary consultation will allow for a brief discussion about what is bringing you to therapy, answer initial questions, and consider whether working together may be a good fit.
Emerald Heart Counseling
Hi there! I'm Jessica Veroline, LICSW.
I'm a licensed independent clinical social worker. I help individuals in Wakefield, Rhode Island and virtually in Rhode Island and Massachusetts who experience anxiety and fear about pregnancy and childbirth, including tokophobia as well as individuals navigating birth trauma. Additionally, I provide EMDR therapeutic support for individuals who have experienced trauma and are struggling with PTSD, anxiety, and depression while continuing to work with their primary therapist.
The therapeutic approaches I use include:
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy
- Equine-Assisted EMDR therapy
- Supportive therapy
EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process distressing or traumatic memories so they feel less emotionally charged.