Compassionate Counseling for New Mothers and Growing Families

WELCOME TO JESA CHRISTENSEN COUNSELING

Supporting parents as they navigate the emotional transition into early parenthood.

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You love your baby. But you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unlike yourself. You don’t have to carry this alone.

MEET YOUR THERAPIST

Hi, I’m Jesa!

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Becoming a parent is life-changing! Full of joy, but also overwhelm, anxiety, and shifts in identity. I help new mothers navigate these challenges and support partners and growing families adjusting through birth, adoption, or fostering.

My approach is compassionate, personalized, and grounded. Together, we focus on helping you feel steady, supported, and confident as you navigate the emotional and relational changes of early parenthood.

I believe that every parent deserves support in this season, whether you’re adjusting to life after birth, welcoming a child through adoption or fostering, or navigating the shifts that come with early parenthood.

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Services & Specialties

Support for every season of parenthood—emotionally, mentally, and relationally.

  • A space that’s just for you—to slow down, be honest, and feel supported in whatever you’re carrying.

    We can work through:
    Postpartum anxiety & depression, identity shifts, burnout, parenting stress

    Who it’s for:
    Moms who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stretched thin, or unlike themselves

    What you can expect:
    To feel more like yourself again—calmer, clearer, and more grounded in your day-to-day life

  • The early days of motherhood can feel tender and overwhelming. You deserve care, too.

    We can work through:
    Postpartum depression, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, adjusting after baby

    Who it’s for:
    New moms who are struggling emotionally or having a harder time than expected

    What you can expect:
    Steady, compassionate support as you find your footing and begin to feel more like yourself again

  • Pregnancy brings change—emotionally, mentally, and relationally. You don’t have to hold it all on your own.

    We can work through:
    Fear or anxiety about birth, identity changes, relationship shifts, mental preparation

    Who it’s for:
    Expecting moms who want a safe place to process and prepare

    What you can expect:
    More peace, confidence, and emotional readiness for what’s ahead

  • Growing a family can shift even the strongest relationships. This is a space to reconnect and move forward together.

    We can work through:
    Relationship strain before/after baby, communication challenges, parenting stress, shifting roles

    Who it’s for:
    Couples or families feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or out of sync

    What you can expect:
    Stronger communication, deeper understanding, and a renewed sense of partnership

  • Every path to growing your family comes with its own unique joys and challenges. This is a space to process, support, and strengthen along the way.

    We can work through:
    Attachment and bonding, emotional transitions, trauma-informed parenting, identity shifts, family dynamics

    Who it’s for:
    Adoptive and foster parents (or families) navigating the emotional, relational, and practical aspects of care

    What you can expect:
    Compassionate guidance, deeper connection within your family, and tools to navigate challenges with confidence and care

HOW IT WORKS

Navigate Your Path
to Wellness

01

Book a free consulatation

Start with a relaxed, no-pressure conversation to share what’s been on your heart and see if it feels like the right fit.

02

Begin sessions & ongoing support

Step into consistent, supportive sessions where you can show up as you are and feel truly heard and cared for.

03

Create a plan together

We’ll gently build a personalized path forward—one that reflects your needs, your goals, and the pace that feels right for you.

Does this sound like you or
your partner?

  • Looks like she’s handling it

  • Is exhausted

  • Feels anxious and on edge

  • Worries she’s not doing enough

  • Misses who she was before baby

  • Feels guilty for struggling

  • Might cry in the shower

  • Googles symptoms at 2am

If this feels familiar, you’re not alone—and things can feel lighter with the right support.

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My Approach & Passion

With a special focus on the emotional transition into motherhood, I support mothers in the postpartum season while also welcoming partners, adoptive parents, foster families, and couples navigating early parenthood. Every path into parenthood carries emotional weight—and you deserve support in yours.

Grounded in a person-centered approach, I strive to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where individuals, couples, and families feel empowered to explore their experiences and strengths. A question I often ask is, “What is the life you truly want to be living—and how do we get you there?”

By integrating mindfulness and somatic practices, I help clients cultivate a deeper connection with themselves, manage stress, and navigate the emotional and physical impacts of their experiences. My goal is to guide you toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and overall well-being—while creating a space where you feel comfortable showing up as your most authentic self.

I’m passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families through every stage of the parenthood journey—from pregnancy to postpartum and beyond, including adoption, fostering, and surrogacy—while helping you navigate this transformative time and nurture deeper, healthier connections.

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FAQs

  • I am a private-pay practice which means I am unable to bill insurance directly. I have a limited number of reduced-fee slots available. In addition, some clients choose to submit a superbill to their insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. If your plan includes out-of-network mental health benefits, you may be reimbursed for a portion of your session fee after meeting any applicable deductible. Reimbursement is determined by your insurance plan and is not guaranteed. I’m happy to provide a superbill upon request.

  • I have a limited number of reduced-fee slots available. If you need financial assistance, please reach out and I’ll do my best to accommodate!

  • I offer in-person sessions in the greater Portland area, as well as Telehealth sessions for clients anywhere.

  • Intake sessions: $175 | 90 minutes

    Individual Therapy Session: $150

    Couples/Family Therapy Session: $175

    Extended sessions are available by request for an additional fee.

  • I currently see clients Monday and Friday from 9am-4pm, both telehealth and in-person.

    Sessions are 50 minutes long. If you are wanting a session longer than 50 minutes or a session outside of my business hours, we can discuss on a case-by-case basis.

  • That’s okay! I’ve worked with people who have never explored therapy and people who have done years of therapy. Therapy can simply help you make sense of your thoughts, emotions, and relationships, and find ways to move forward. My consultation is low pressure and can help answer any questions if you are still feeling apprehensive.

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START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY

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Ready to prioritize your well-being?

Let’s explore what support could look like for you. Book your free consultation today.