Canton, Michigan, 16th October 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, The journey into parenthood is often imagined as a time of unbridled joy. In reality, it is also a profound life transition that can bring unexpected emotional and psychological challenges. These struggles, particularly for new mothers, have long been overlooked. According to Postpartum Support International (PSI), about 15% of new mothers experience postpartum depression, and up to 10% face depression or anxiety during pregnancy. These are not just statistics, they represent countless families whose well-being is shaped by a parent’s mental health.

Recognizing this critical need, licensed psychotherapist Marie-Claude Hamel has completed specialized training in perinatal mental health through PSI. This additional certification reflects her ongoing commitment to supporting individuals and families during this transformative period, helping to address the stigma and misunderstanding that often surround perinatal mental health concerns.

The Unspoken Challenges of Parenthood

Marie-Claude Hamel understands that the transition to parenthood is a monumental life event, bringing with it a seismic shift in identity, relationships, and daily life. The struggles faced  are not a sign of failure but a common and treatable aspect of the perinatal experience. Her practice has long been a sanctuary for those dealing with personal challenges, relationship issues, and trauma. Now, with specialized training through PSI, she brings an even greater depth of knowledge to her work with new parents, addressing issues that are too often stigmatized and misunderstood.

Bridging Psychodynamic Insight with Perinatal Expertise

Marie-Claude’s therapeutic work is rooted in psychodynamic therapy, a perspective that understands how our past experiences shape the present. This approach is particularly valuable in the perinatal period, when the arrival of a child can surface unresolved issues from one’s own childhood, evoke past traumas, and test even strong relationships.

By helping clients recognize and work through these patterns, Marie-Claude supports parents in creating a healthier foundation for themselves and their families. She integrates psychodynamic principles with trauma-informed practices such as EMDR and resiliency-building techniques, acknowledging that trauma can arise not only from major events but also from repeated experiences of neglect, criticism, or abandonment.

Her PSI training deepens this integrative approach, adding specific knowledge of the unique emotional and psychological challenges that can arise during pregnancy and postpartum.

A Mission of Awareness, Prevention, and Treatment

Postpartum Support International’s mission is to promote awareness, prevention, and treatment of perinatal mental health issues worldwide. By aligning with this global organization, Marie-Claude Hamel joins a network of dedicated professionals committed to ensuring every woman and family has access to the support they need. PSI’s vision of universal access to information, social support, and informed professional care resonates deeply with Marie-Claude Hamel’s own commitment to her clients.

Her expanded expertise allows her to address the full spectrum of perinatal mental health concerns, from anxiety and depression to the more subtle feelings of being “not yourself” that many new parents experience. She provides a safe, non-judgmental space for parents to voice their fears, process their emotions, and develop coping strategies to navigate the overwhelming yet awesome journey of parenthood.

Creating a Future of Connection and Resilience

The work of a psychotherapist is to help people build lives filled with connection, resilience, and fulfillment, and for new parents, this work is especially critical. A parent’s emotional well-being has a profound ripple effect, shaping the atmosphere in which a child grows.

Through her PSI training, Marie-Claude Hamel is continuing her dedication to guiding parents through the emotional complexities of pregnancy and early parenthood. Her approach goes beyond treating symptoms; it focuses on empowering parents, helping them reconnect with themselves and their partners, and ensuring that the transition into parenthood is supported and understood.

Rather than claiming to break new ground, this achievement reflects Marie-Claude’s commitment to expanding her skills to meet families where they are, with compassion, insight, and evidence-based care.

To learn more visit: https://hameltherapy.com/