Katie Pollak, Psy.D. - Indigo Counseling LLC

10/14/2024

Holding all of you in my heart…

06/25/2022

Today, Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court. This decision has far-reaching consequences for all American families. It exacerbates health inequities and adds to the risks of pregnancy including increased rates of maternal mortality. We are speaking out in support of the many families and providers who need and deserve access to healthcare and mental health resources related to pregnancy.

Pregnancy and associated physical and mental health risks are healthcare issues with potentially serious negative outcomes. Access to safe, legal, and informed options related to pregnancy is fundamental to providing equitable healthcare, and restricting access disproportionately impacts communities of color and those with limited resources.

At Postpartum Support International, we will continue to stand up for equitable healthcare – including mental health care – for all pregnant, postpartum and post-loss individuals and their families. We support all choices made by individuals and their trusted health care providers to maintain their physical and mental health.

We are here for you no matter what.

RESOURCES:
Need immediate help or support?
HelpLine ➡️ Call/Text 1-800-944-4773
PSI Website ➡️ postpartum.net

PSI provides online support groups including:
Pregnancy Loss
Termination for Medical Reasons
Post-Abortion Support
https://bit.ly/FindSupportGroup

01/11/2022

The importance of play in children's mental health and as a protective factor...

Play is such a powerful force, some research suggests, that it can be used as a tool to close achievement gaps and improve mental health.

09/21/2021

06/27/2021

Q***r & Trans Parent Support Group!

This group takes place every Wednesday at 2:30pm Eastern/ 1:30pm Central / 12:30pm Mountain / 11:30pm Pacific / 10:30am Alaska/ 9:30am Hawaii...and all other time zones are totally welcome!

PSI’s Q***r & Trans Parent Support Group is FREE and open to all members of the q***r and trans community who are expecting, adopting, and/or parenting babies up to 2 years. This group is intended for gestational, non-gestational and adoptive parents.

If there is a waitlist for your group, please still sign up or register for our meeting the following week!

Register today: https://www.postpartum.net/.../psi-online-support-meetings/

06/20/2021

In honor of Pride Month we are introducing our Q***r and Trans support group leaders!

Our Q***r and Trans support group meets every Wednesday at 2:30pm ET/ 11:30am PT. Our support group leaders allow us to host this weekly group completely FREE of charge for parents in need.

If you are a q***r or trans parent and are struggling with your mental health, register for this group. We are here for you.

https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/

06/01/2021

Happy Pride Month! Everyone deserves to be safe, equal, accepted for who they are, and valued. All families are welcome and supported here.

05/31/2021

Happy Memorial Day! We remember the sacrifices made and hope to honor them in our day to day lives.

05/03/2021

You are not alone!
Dr. Katie 813-603-8181
PSI Hotline 800-944-4773
PSI Support groups https://www.postpartum.net/

Did you know, maternal mental health disorders, like postpartum depression, are more common than breast cancer or gestational diabetes.

The most common maternal mental health disorders are anxiety followed by depression. These disorders can be mild or so severe they become debilitating.

A study conducted during the pandemic shows that rates of clinically significant anxiety and depression symptoms have more than doubled - rising to 72% and 41% respectively - among pregnant and postpartum women.

All women are at risk though disparities are stark. Women of color and low-income mothers are faced with overwhelming stressors and not surprisingly are several times more likely to suffer from maternal anxiety or depression., AND are less likely to receive treatment than other mothers.

Maternal Mental Health Disorders onset during pregnancy, prior to pregnancy or in the postpartum period. When a mother isn’t properly supported and treated symptoms can persist for years impacting her own health and well-being and potentially her baby’s.

04/25/2021

Pause...Breathe...Ask for help...
Dr. Katie 813-603-8181
PSI Hotline 800-944-4773