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You Don’t Have to Do This Alone: The Importance of Community
Perinatal Mental Health, Parenting and Parenthood, anxiety and panic, grief and loss, mindfulness, life transitions Dana Levandoski Perinatal Mental Health, Parenting and Parenthood, anxiety and panic, grief and loss, mindfulness, life transitions Dana Levandoski

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone: The Importance of Community

Parenting, and life, was never meant to be done alone. Whether you're navigating new parenthood, anxiety, or big life transitions, having a support system makes all the difference. In this post, I explore why community matters, how to build your village, and why asking for help is one of the bravest things you can do.

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What If I Snap? (And Other Thoughts You’re Afraid to Say Out Loud)
Perinatal Mental Health, Parenting and Parenthood, Anxiety and Panic, anxiety and OCD, mindfulness tools, therapy insights Dana Levandoski Perinatal Mental Health, Parenting and Parenthood, Anxiety and Panic, anxiety and OCD, mindfulness tools, therapy insights Dana Levandoski

What If I Snap? (And Other Thoughts You’re Afraid to Say Out Loud)

Ever had a thought so strange or disturbing it made you question your sanity? You’re not alone. Intrusive thoughts, fleeting, unwanted, and often distressing, are more common than you think. Whether it’s a sudden image of driving off a cliff or fears about accidentally harming your baby, these thoughts do not define you. In this post, I break down what intrusive thoughts really are, why they happen, and how to take away their power through mindfulness, externalization, and self-compassion. You are not your thoughts, and you’re not going crazy.

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Postpartum Isn’t All Joy — And That’s Okay
postpartum therapy support, Parenting and Parenthood, new father, pregnancy mental health Dana Levandoski postpartum therapy support, Parenting and Parenthood, new father, pregnancy mental health Dana Levandoski

Postpartum Isn’t All Joy — And That’s Okay

Postpartum emotions are complex and you don’t have to navigate them alone. This blog explores the emotional highs and lows of new parenthood, including postpartum depression, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts. Learn how these experiences affect all kinds of families, including dads, LGBTQ+ parents, and adoptive families, and discover signs it might be time to reach out for support. Real talk, realistic self-care, and local resources inside.

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Meet Your Therapist: Anxiety & Perinatal Mental Health Support in California
Anxiety and Panic, Perinatal Mental Health, Parenting and Parenthood, Therapy Tools and Coping Skills, Meet the Therapist, Grief Loss and Healing, Support Groups and Community, Mental Health in Real Life Dana Levandoski Anxiety and Panic, Perinatal Mental Health, Parenting and Parenthood, Therapy Tools and Coping Skills, Meet the Therapist, Grief Loss and Healing, Support Groups and Community, Mental Health in Real Life Dana Levandoski

Meet Your Therapist: Anxiety & Perinatal Mental Health Support in California

Hi! I’m Dana — an anxiety and perinatal therapist based in Petaluma. This post is a little intro to me, my approach, and what brought me here. If you’re a tired parent, a person with a racing mind, or just someone trying to keep it together, you’re in the right place.

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