Therapy for Moms

Compassionate Therapy for Moms in NYC and NJ

Modern motherhood often means juggling career demands, emotional labor, family schedules, and personal expectations. This leaves many moms feel anxious, exhausted, and silently overwhelmed. If you're constantly holding everything together but feel like you're falling apart inside, therapy can help.

Dr. Charissa Chamorro is a compassionate, highly experienced therapist who specializes in supporting women and mothers through anxiety, stress, and life transitions. As a member of the expert medical review board for Parents magazine, she combines clinical expertise with a deep understanding of the mental load modern moms carry. Schedule a consultation call with Dr. Chamorro to learn more about how treatment can help.

Understanding the Mental Load of Motherhood

The "mental load" refers to the invisible, ongoing effort it takes to manage your family's life—from remembering school events and meal planning to managing emotional dynamics and keeping everyone on track. Even in homes with shared responsibilities, this cognitive labor tends to fall more heavily on moms.

Over time, this persistent mental effort can lead to:

  • Chronic stress and anxiety

  • Irritability or emotional outbursts

  • Difficulty sleeping or relaxing

  • Guilt about not doing "enough"

  • Burnout and emotional exhaustion

Therapy creates a space to acknowledge this load without judgment—and to work towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.

How Therapy Helps Overwhelmed Moms

Therapy is more than venting—it’s a collaborative, solution-focused space where you can reclaim your emotional clarity and identify strategies to help you manage the demands you are facing. Whether you're managing career stress, parenting challenges, relationship strain, or internal pressure to be perfect, therapy can offer lasting tools for change.

In our work together, you will:

  • Clarify your personal values and priorities

  • Set healthy boundaries to protect your time and energy

  • Learn cognitive behavioral strategies to reduce anxiety and worry

  • Build coping skills for stress, transitions, and parenting struggles

  • Challenge perfectionism and self-criticism

  • Reconnect with your identity beyond the "mom" role

Therapy with Dr. Charissa Chamorro

Dr. Charissa Chamorro is a compassionate, highly experienced therapist who specializes in supporting women and mothers through anxiety, stress, and major life transitions. As a member of the expert medical review board for Parents magazine, she brings both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of the challenges modern moms face.

With extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ACT, and anxiety-focused interventions, Dr. Chamorro creates a warm, validating, and goal-oriented space for growth. She’s committed to helping you feel seen, supported, and empowered to make lasting changes.

Areas of Specialty

Dr. Charissa Chamorro supports moms at every stage of motherhood, including:

  • First-time mothers navigating postpartum adjustment

  • Working moms struggling with work-life balance

  • Stay-at-home moms experiencing isolation and identity loss

  • Moms of neurodivergent or high-needs children

  • Mothers experiencing relationship or co-parenting stress

  • Women dealing with anxiety, panic attacks, or intrusive thoughts

She uses evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness strategies, and values-based interventions to help you feel more present, less reactive, and more in control of your life.

Common Signs You May Benefit from Therapy

You might benefit from therapy for moms if you:

  • Constantly feel anxious, stressed, or "on edge"

  • Struggle to relax or fall asleep at night

  • Feel resentful, disconnected, or emotionally drained

  • Experience guilt about your parenting or performance

  • Feel like you’ve "lost yourself" in motherhood

You don’t need to wait until things get worse. Early support can prevent long-term mental health struggles and help you feel stronger, more grounded, and more like yourself.

What to Expect in Therapy

Dr. Chamorro offers a collaborative, judgment-free environment tailored to your needs. You’ll have space to:

  • Explore what’s overwhelming you and why

  • Understand how early beliefs and patterns shape your current stress

  • Build practical strategies to manage emotional overload

  • Identify what matters most—and how to make space for it

Dr. Chamorro believes in compassionate accountability: honoring your struggles while helping you make small, steady changes toward a life that feels more balanced and meaningful. Schedule a consultation call today to learn more about how treatment can help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I have to be in crisis to start therapy?
No. Many moms seek therapy not because they’re in crisis, but because they want more support, balance, and clarity. Wanting to feel better is reason enough.

Q: Can therapy help if I don’t have a formal diagnosis?
Absolutely. You don’t need a label to benefit from therapy. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, therapy can help you cope more effectively and protect your well-being.

Q: I’m too busy. Do you offer flexible or virtual sessions?
Yes, Dr. Chamorro offers virtual therapy to accommodate busy schedules and parenting demands. You deserve support that fits your life.

Personalized Treatment for Women

Dr. Chamorro understands the challenges faced by busy women. In treatment, she provides a safe space for women to explore their difficulties while developing practical strategies to manage stress and find balance. She aims to empower women with a range of skills to facilitate improved coping, greater self-compassion, and self-care strategies that can be used for a lifetime.

Reach out today to schedule a consultation call and learn more about how treatment can help.

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Not in NYC?

Dr. Charissa Chamorro also offers therapy for moms in New Jersey, Chicago, Pennsylvania, Florida, and PSYPACT states.