Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

6 Endorsed

Culver City, CA 90230

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Why did no one warn you about how hard the transition to parenthood was going to be? You often feel that you’re not doing a “good enough” job and wonder why other parents seem to have it all figured out. You may not have had the pregnancy, birth, or postpartum experience that you wanted. You love your baby more than anything but you don’t always love being a parent.

I would not be the parent I am today without therapy. I consider myself an imperfect mother committed to shifting intergenerational patterns. I’m a queer, neurodivergent mother of twins and my lived experience with perinatal loss, birth trauma, NICU parenting, being postpartum in 2020, and perinatal mental health disorders drew me to this work.

You have a unique story and I’m here to listen. My intentions for your sessions are for you to feel seen and heard, grounded and resourced. You’ll gain tools and insights to support you wherever you are on your parenthood journey. I’m currently accepting new clients with no wait times–reach out today to schedule a consult.

Call or Email Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (213) 510-3280

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Well Parent Therapy

Culver City, CA 90230

(213) 510-3280

Long Beach, CA 90807

Therapy takes place virtually through a HIPAA-compliant video software. You can join your therapy session from anywhere in California.

I specialize in Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Infertility and Depression

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Well Parent Therapy

Culver City, CA 90230

(213) 510-3280

Long Beach, CA 90807

Therapy takes place virtually through a HIPAA-compliant video software. You can join your therapy session from anywhere in California.

I specialize in Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Infertility and Depression

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $195
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Health Savings Account
Out of Network

To protect your mental health privacy, I am not in network with health insurance providers. However, if you have out-of-network mental health benefits, I will provide you with a monthly superbill that you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 141748 Supervised by Melissa Klass (California / 119163) Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist
In Practice for 2 Years
Certificate from Postpartum Support International
Certificate from American Society for Reproductive Medicine
Attended Antioch University, MA Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2023

My specialized training in perinatal mental health includes infertility and fertility treatments, LGBTQ family building, perinatal loss (miscarriage, TFMR, stillbirth), birth trauma, and perinatal mental health disorders. I hold additional certification in EMDR therapy for trauma processing.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Infertility
Depression

Expertise

ADHD
Adoption
Anxiety
Bisexual
Coping Skills
Divorce
Grief
Lesbian
LGBTQ family building
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Perinatal loss
Relationship Issues
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

If you're concerned about mood or behavior changes in this phase of your parenthood journey and your previous coping skills are no longer working, you're not alone. Psychotherapy is an evidence-based treatment that can help.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

6 Endorsements

Karen Macklin: Relationships + Identity + Transitions

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFA, AMFT, APCC, Coach

Ana is a smart, kind, and relatable therapist who really gets the modern day challenges of fertility and family planning. I highly recommend her to folks on this journey!

Anna Ayeroff

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT, APCC

I have deep respect for Ana's capacity to compassionately hold the complexity that surrounds parenthood. Ana supports her clients with careful collaboration, great empathy, and a wealth of resources. I highly recommend her!

Corrie Blissit

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Ana is a trusted colleague with a wellspring of knowledge and experience that is sure to benefit anyone who crosses her path! She is incredibly compassionate, collaborative, thoughtful, and perceptive clinician. I highly recommend her.

Daliya Karnofsky - Dating And Relationship Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Ana has a warm, open presence that puts people instantly at ease. She is kind, thoughtful, and highly specialized in perinatal mental health and the roller coaster of parenthood even beyond that. Any Client of Ana's is in excellent hands.

Couples And Relationship Therapy Lexi Berard

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Ana is a caring and attuned clinician who is passionate about the work she does. She provides a safe and secure base for clients going through transformative life experiences. I highly recommend her.

Diana Malouf

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Ana combines an intuitive and knowledgeable approach to maternal mental health with an ability to form deep connections. She creates a supportive environment for her clients through her passion for and commitment to maternal wellbeing.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Single Mother

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Single Mother

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Feminist
Humanistic
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Multicultural
Narrative
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

Your treatment will be tailored to your individual needs and goals. I use a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to treatment that informs the pathway to your wellness. You'll gain tools and insights to support you wherever you are on your parenthood journey.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Groups

Fourth Trimester Support Group

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Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

If you gave birth sometime in the past 12 months and could use support with the adjustment to parenthood, this group is for you! The Fourth Trimester Support Group offers an opportunity to connect with others who are going through similar experiences and learn tools for coping with the challenging aspects of parenthood. You will be joined by other postpartum birthing people to reflect on your experiences, learn tools for coping with challenges, and develop a sense of competence as a parent.

Expertise

Anxiety

Depression

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Email Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist about this group or call - (213) 510-3280

Coping with Infertility Support Group

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Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

If you're navigating the emotional rollercoaster of infertility and fertility treatment, the Coping with Infertility Support Group provides a safe space for shared stories, support, and hope, along with practicing tangible coping skills you can use in daily life.

Expertise

Anxiety

Grief

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Email Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist about this group or call - (213) 510-3280

Parents of Multiples Support Group

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Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

The Parents of Multiples Support Group aims to decrease the isolation and stress that comes with parenting multiples. Being a parent of multiples is an entirely different experience from parenting one at a time (so if you hear one more singleton parent make a comment that implies they know what you’re experiencing, you will totally lose it!). The group will include address this role transition, grief and loss, and enhancing social support and relationships.

Expertise

Anxiety

Depression

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Email Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist about this group or call - (213) 510-3280

Location

Primary Location

Well Parent Therapy

Culver City, CA 90230

(213) 510-3280

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Additional Location

Long Beach, CA 90807

(213) 510-3280

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Therapy takes place virtually through a HIPAA-compliant video software. You can join your therapy session from anywhere in California.

Call for a free consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Therapy takes place virtually through a HIPAA-compliant video software. You can join your therapy session from anywhere in California.

Call for a free consultation now - (213) 510-3280

Ana Velouise - Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT