Sage Tree Therapy

03/12/2026

💐 I've proudly worked as a social worker since 2000 and have worked in countless roles. Case Manager, Victim Advocate, Health Educator, Clinic Patient Care, College Professor, Therapist, Public Speaker, Grassroots Advocacy, Political Lobbying, the list goes on and on. That's one of my favorite things about being a social worker, the diversity and marketable experience that can easily be applied to any setting.
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02/23/2026

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02/23/2026

⌚Your smartwatch might soon do more than just count your steps or check your heart rate: It could serve as a literal early-warning system for your mental health.

New research from McMaster University suggests that wearable trackers can detect the subtle signs of a depression relapse weeks or even months before an actual episode.

02/23/2026

A study done with local St Louis moms shows the remarkable effectiveness of group therapy when it comes to postpartum depression. Our Clinical Director and Lead Therapist, Elizabeth Stallone-Lowder MSW, LCSW, has facilitated group therapy for almost two decades and can attest to the special energy that is created when a group of women get together to lift each other up. We show up and create the village in group therapy.

02/18/2026

Postpartum women face increased stigma around body image and weight. This stigma is associated with elevated depressive symptoms, stress, and unhealthy behaviors. Approximately 12.7% of women are diagnosed with major depressive disorder during pregnancy; body dissatisfaction is one of the leading causes. This poor body image can be an early predictor of postpartum depression.

What can help?
🩷Promoting body appreciation and acceptance
🩷Identifying and mitigating weight stigma
🩷Implementing emotion regulation interventions like cognitive reapproval
🩷Supporting realistic postpartum narrative that value function over form

(Click for the full article)

Treatments that can help:
⏳Cognitive behavioral therapy
👭Peer support and group therapy
🚴‍♀️Exercise
🧘‍♀️Mindfulness-based interventions, such as breathwork.
😴Sleep, which can be especially difficult.
🍓Nutrition and supplements, as a balanced diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals can support mood regulation.
☕Limiting caffeine and alcohol and staying hydrated can help stabilize energy and mood.
⌚Building quiet time, reducing noise and clutter
🏠Engage with the partner and family.
💡Bright light therapy can help stabilize mood, improve sleep, and reduce fatigue.

What helps when you have poor body image?

02/12/2026

Why do you think that may be?

A new national study of Medicaid enrollees finds that postpartum depression (PPD) rose significantly among women and adolescents living in low-income areas of states that banned or severely restricted abortion following the U.S. Supreme Court's Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision.

02/11/2026

Are you a mom who struggles with the decision to take ADHD medication? The Psychiatric Times published a study on the effects of ADHD meds on pregnant people. Here are the key takeways for you to know: (click graphic for link to full article)

🔵ADHD symptoms can worsen during and after pregnancy, necessitating careful consideration of medication continuation.

🔵Stopping ADHD medication rapidly in pregnancy poses risks, requiring specialized care from your doctor.

🔵Recent studies show mixed data on medication effects, with concerns about congenital malformations and preterm birth.

🔵No significant long-term neurodevelopmental risks have been found with continued ADHD medication during pregnancy.

🔵A collaborative risk-risk analysis is essential for informed decision-making between clinicians and patients.

02/05/2026

When breastfeeding brings unexpected distress, you’re not alone. Our new blog post explains Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER) — what it feels like, why it happens, and how to seek support. : https://wix.to/NVytsai

02/04/2026

Need a few ideas for what to do when you're starting to freak out or lose your 💩 as a mom?! We bet you'll feel a whole lot calmer after this...

01/21/2026

🚨🤰New parents don’t always need quick reassurances — they need understanding, validation, and practical support. Our latest blog post from therapist Elizabeth Stallone Lowder walks through what to say (and what to avoid) when someone you love has just had a baby — plus concrete ways to help during the postpartum period. Read more: https://wix.to/GMeFbjL

Elizabeth Stallone-Lowder MSW LCSWHow to Support Someone Struggling After Birth (And What Actually Helps)The postpartum period is often a time when you’re “supposed” to feel grateful, bonded, and happy. Cherish every second right? And sometimes that’s true. But for many parents, postpartum i...

10/13/2025

A recent study at the Mayo Clinic Depression Center shows that ketamine and esketamine reduced lemergency department visits for suicidality in individuals with Treatment Resistant Depression. Further longer-term follow-up research is encouraged to ascertain if these benefits are mood state dependent or reflect an independent mechanism.

Have you been prescribed ketamine for depression? What were your experiences?

For the full study: https://www.psychiatrist.com/jcp/ketamine-reduces-suicidality-associated-ed-use-treatment-resistant-depression-mirror-image-study/?emci=58a20c45-85a0-f011-8e61-6045bded8ba4&emdi=ee234e43-8fa0-f011-8e61-6045bded8ba4&ceid=8674614