Pregnancy and new parenthood are life-changing, and they are also physically and emotionally demanding. Anxiety, low mood, intrusive worries, irritability, or feeling not like yourself are far more common than most people say out loud, and they are not a sign of failing. You deserve support, and it helps.
A whole-person approach
Perinatal mental health is deeply tied to the body: hormones, thyroid, iron and nutrient status, blood sugar, and above all sleep. At Sphosh Health we combine supportive psychotherapy with attention to these physical drivers, so we are treating the whole picture, not just the symptoms.
What we help with
- Anxiety, worry, and panic during pregnancy or after birth
- Low mood, tearfulness, and loss of interest
- Sleep, exhaustion, and the physical toll of recovery
- Adjustment, identity shifts, and the mental load of new parenthood
Please know when to reach for urgent help
Some symptoms need prompt care. If you have thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, see or hear things others do not, feel confused or unable to sleep at all for several days, or feel unsafe in any way, this can be a medical emergency. Call 911, or call or text 988 (the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline), right away. You can also reach the free Postpartum Support International Helpline at 1-800-944-4773 (call or text).
Care that fits your life
Most patients start with secure video visits anywhere in Washington, which is often easier with a newborn, with in-person visits available in Bellevue. Care is led by Dr. Koichi Tanji, ND, LMHC, who brings both counseling and whole-body medical training to this work.
Insurance and first steps
We are in-network with Premera, Regence, BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, Cigna, and Kaiser PPO. To begin, book online or call +1 (425) 278-6166. See how our statewide telehealth works.