Miscarriage Depression and Anxiety Therapy and Counseling in San Jose/California

At the Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center of Silicon Valley (San Jose/California), we offer cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for Depression and Anxiety after a Miscarriage. Our approach is practical, goal-oriented, compassionate, and scientifically-based while focusing on your individual needs. We serve the Silicon Valley communities of San Jose, Saratoga, Mountain View, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Palo Alto, Los Altos, Cupertino and Campbell and the state of California.

What is Miscarriage Depression and Anxiety?

Most women experience a period of grief and depression after a miscarriage, which can include intense feelings of sadness, anxiety, crying spells, difficulty sleeping, changes in appetite and decreased concentration. You may be longing to be pregnant again or be fearful of experiencing another miscarriage. If you are experiencing significant anxiety, worry or depression or are noticing new problems in your relationship after a miscarriage, Cognitive Behavior Therapy may be able to help.

Symptoms of Miscarriage Depression and Anxiety

  • Depressed or irritable mood for most of the day
  • Anger outbursts or irritability
  • Withdrawal from family and friends and other social interactions
  • Difficulty falling and staying asleep
  • Feelings of shame, guilt and inadequacy
  • Difficulty concentrating and making decisions
  • Coping with stress with unhealthy behaviors such as excessive smoking, drinking or eating
  • Spending an excessive time on the internet researching miscarriage and other concerns

Cognitive Behavioral Model of Miscarriage Depression and Anxiety

Feelings of depression and intense anxiety are normal and understandable after a miscarriage, as with any loss. Unfortunately these feelings often lead us to isolate ourselves or use other negative coping mechanisms (e.g. excessive eating or drinking) that make anxiety and depression worse. From a cognitive behavioral perspective, depression and anxiety are thought to be maintained by negative and often unrealistic beliefs about yourself and your future. You may be very critical of yourself and perhaps blame yourself for the miscarriage. This type of thinking may then lead you to refrain from healthy and rewarding activities, including exercise, spending time outside your home, and accepting help from your support system, which then further increases feelings of depression and can intensify anxiety.

Cognitive Behavior Treatment of Miscarriage Anxiety and Depression

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) helps women struggling with depression and anxiety after a miscarriage to increase positive and fulfilling experiences, while also modifying negative and unrealistic thoughts and interpretations about themselves. You will be guided in monitoring your mood and the accompanying thoughts and behaviors, which will help you understand how negative thinking exacerbates depressed feelings and can lead to unhealthy coping. Your therapist will help you to evaluate negative thoughts and develop more realistic and helpful ways to think about your journey toward motherhood. Your therapist will also collaborate with you to increase your participation in fun and rewarding activities that will create periods of relief from your grief.

How to Get Help for Miscarriage Anxiety and Depression

The Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center of Silicon Valley (San Jose/California) specializes in Miscarriage Anxiety and Depression therapy and counseling with women. We serve the communities of San Jose, Saratoga, Mountain View, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Palo Alto, Cupertino and Campbell, CA as well as the state of California.  Click to send an email for more information on how we can help you manage your Miscarriage Anxiety and Depression.

Serving the Silicon Valley communities of San Jose, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Cupertino, Campbell, Mountain View, Los Altos, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto and Santa Clara, CA

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