Maternal Mental Health & Postpartum Therapy in Wasilla, AK
Motherhood can be deeply meaningful, but it can also be exhausting, isolating, and overwhelming at times. Pregnancy, postpartum changes, and the early years of parenting often bring emotional challenges that many mothers do not expect. At Mat-Su Mental Health, our therapists provide maternal mental health counseling in Wasilla, Alaska for women across the Mat-Su Valley, including Wasilla, Palmer, and surrounding communities. Therapy offers a supportive place to talk openly, understand what you are experiencing, and develop practical strategies for navigating motherhood with greater confidence and emotional stability.
Mama’s are notorious for putting the needs of others above their own, but the whole oxygen mask analogy has truth to it. How can we care for others well, if we don’t first care for ourselves? If we love those Littles so dang much, shouldn’t we care for their Mama?
If you’re finding that you’re often irritable, that your fuse is short, that your emotions are out of control, and that you don’t know who you are anymore, you’re not alone. And we’re here to help!
Mat-Su Mental Health providers are adept at coming along side and meeting you right where you’re at. It’s true what they say, it really does take a village, and regardless of what stage of motherhood you find yourself in, you have an ally in us. A little support really can go a long way, so prioritize your own self, and reach out. We’d be honored to walk alongside you on this beautiful, hard, hot mess of a journey called motherhood.
Meet Our Maternal Mental Health Therapists in Wasilla, AK
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Mary Kuepper - LPC-S
Mary has over a decade of experience working in community based mental health. Though she has worked with people across the lifespan, she specializes in work with kids, teens and families, as well as in maternal mental health. Mary is passionate about giving people the tools they need to not only function well, but to thrive in their everyday life. Though not native to Alaska, she has fallen in love with the abundant resources of this beautiful place. When not working with clients, Mary can be found adventuring, hiking and exploring. She loves to fly fish our local creeks, dig in the dirt of her backyard garden, and get in quality time with her friends, and beautiful family.
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Erika McGough - LPC
Description goes hereErika has been working in the mental health field since 2016, and brings experience in working with individuals across the lifespan and in various different settings. She is most passionate about supporting postpartum mothers and moms navigating parenting in early childhood, and also enjoys working with women transitioning through major life adjustments, dealing with depression and anxiety, or experiencing family and relational stressors. Erika also enjoys working with children and teens. When not at work, she can be found spending time with her family, in her mini backyard ‘urban homestead,’ or exploring and capturing the landscapes of Alaska via photography or painting.
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Jennifer Dotur - MS
Jen is a pre-licensed clinical mental health counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has worked in the mental health field for over 20 years and is passionate about walking alongside individuals and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, PTSD, and relationship challenges. Jen is especially attuned to life’s complexities and brings curiosity, warmth, and compassion to her work. Outside the therapy room, she enjoys time with her family, teaching classes in homeschool and charter school communities, exploring creative expression, and collecting meaningful quotes—one of her favorites being, “The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” – Rumi
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Kelly Jordan - MA
Kelly Jordan is a pre-licensed clinician who works with women, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relational conflict, identity development, and life transitions. She is especially passionate about helping women and teens heal from complex trauma—including survivors of sex trafficking—and offers a steady, compassionate presence rooted in empathy, empowerment, and safety.
Originally from a small ski town in Colorado, Kelly has lived across the country but now calls Alaska home. She loves spending time with her family, spoiling her dogs, and enjoying the seasons—whether that’s hiking in the sun or curling up by the fire with a book and coffee. She also loves partner dancing and finds joy in the creativity, connection, and movement it brings.
What to Expect in Postpartum & Motherhood Therapy at MSMH
Regardless of what struggles bring you in for maternal mental health counseling, you and your provider will work together to better understand and manage the symptoms and struggles you’re wrestling with. Effectively and comprehensively addressing maternal mental health struggles with Mat-Su Mental Health providers may include, but is not limited to:
Psycho-education and brain based science to help you understand what’s happening for you on a physiological level.
Coping skills to support you in better managing your mood, emotions and behaviors when difficulties arise.
Ongoing discussion and evaluation of lifestyle choices that may be contributing to or exacerbating your difficulties. Areas of exploration may include:
Sleep
Diet/ nutrition
Supplementation
Exercise/ movement
Connectedness and Support (time with family, friends)
Play
Time in nature
Self care
Exploration and treatment of life events or unresolved traumas that may be at the root of the difficulties you are experiencing.
A practical and effective self-care plan to support you in better caring for your own self, so that you can best care for your loved ones.
Why Mothers in the Mat-Su Valley Seek Counseling
At Mat-Su Mental Health, you can expect a comprehensive approach to support you in dealing with the struggles you are facing. Maternal Mental Health services can address an array of struggles, which include, but are not limited to:
Infertility and Loss
Baby Blues
Perintal Mood Disorders
Post Partum Anxiety
Post Partum Depression
Maternal Overwhelm
Feelings of Isolation
Parenting Strategies
Parenting Teens
Relationship Dynamics
Loss of sense of self
How long does maternal mental health counseling take?
The length of time an individual is in counseling is situation specific and can vary. However, we at Mat-Su Mental Health are passionate about giving our clients the tools and skills they need to thrive and function well. We will cast a wide net at the onset, looking for all the contributing variables. We will build skills for managing symptoms and explore root causes that may be underlying your distress. We will take as little or as much time as you need, but we will do our very best to get you back about the business of living your life.
How to schedule a professional maternal mental health counseling session?
Ready to get started? Call or email us today. Our contact info is at the bottom of this page.
Once you reach out, our on-boarding admin will contact you to gather information regarding your specific situation. They will explore with you what provider will likely best meet your needs, and support you in getting set up in our electronic health record.
Mat-Su Mental Health uses Simple Practice, a medical record and portal system that will allow for confidential and HIPAA compliant messaging that ensures your privacy. You will be sent a portal link that directs you to online documentation to be completed prior to your initial session.
This is a great time to ask any questions you might have. After all, where you go for support is your choice, and we want you to feel empowered to assess whether or not we are the right fit for you! Here at Mat-Su Mental Health, our providers believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential in the process of creating change. These initial conversations are important in assessing fit, as therapy is not “one size fits all.”
Our MSMH office is conveniently located in Wasilla. Feel free to arrive a few minutes prior to your scheduled session to grab a cup of tea and relax before session begins. We look forward to meeting you, and are honored you have chosen us to do this work alongside you.
FAQ’s
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Yes. Mat-Su Mental Health provides counseling for mothers in Wasilla, Alaska. Our therapists work with women across the Mat-Su Valley, including Wasilla, Palmer, and surrounding communities.
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Maternal mental health counseling focuses on the emotional challenges that can arise during pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and early parenthood. Therapy can help mothers work through anxiety, depression, overwhelm, identity changes, and the stress that often comes with caring for a new child.
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Yes. Counseling can be very helpful for mothers experiencing postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, or emotional distress after childbirth. Therapy provides support, coping strategies, and a safe space to talk openly about what you are experiencing.
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Many mothers seek counseling when they begin feeling persistently overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally numb, or disconnected from themselves or others. Therapy can also help during major life adjustments such as pregnancy, the postpartum period, or balancing parenting with work and relationships.
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Sessions typically involve open conversation with a therapist about the challenges you are facing. Therapy may focus on emotional support, understanding stress patterns, strengthening coping skills, and helping mothers navigate the complex changes that come with pregnancy and parenting.
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Yes, we bill insurance on behalf of our clients. We also accept self pay clients.
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We are in network with Premera, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, UMR, TriCare, TriWest and Moda. We bill most other insurances as a courtesy; many of which offer out of network benefits. If you are not insured with one of the above contracted payers, we would encourage you to reach out to your insurance company and find out the specifics regarding your out of network benefits for mental health services in an office setting. More often than not, our clients find out that services are covered, most often after having met their deductible.
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How do I schedule counseling for mothers at your Wasilla office?