https://www.beyondbumpwellness.com/welcome daily 1.0 2022-08-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6269db7f78e46b52809d7b31/d14966dc-c63e-40f1-82ff-f1fcb50f40d4/252A9826-38.jpg Welcome - Brittaney Melaragno, LMFTA COUNSELING & CONSULTATION: INFERTILITY, PREGNANCY LOSS, POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION, ISSUES RELATING TO PREMATURE BIRTH AND TRAUMATIC BIRTH Whether it’s the road to becoming a parent, or the unique, daily challenge of raising a child, no two people share the same journey when it comes to parenting. When unexpected hurdles arise, they can be confusing, painful, and even isolating. That’s where I come in. Let me guide you through your unique journey. Working together, we can make sure you develop the tools to experience pregnancy (or the surrogacy/adoption process) to begin parenting with a sense of confidence and empowerment. https://www.beyondbumpwellness.com/services daily 0.75 2022-05-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6269db7f78e46b52809d7b31/1652321691052-P7ECJPVJO4FK0Q6VEOEG/unsplash-image-xBLv_ddXr8k.jpg Services - The new (or not so new) momma: Whether you are a brand-new mom or you have multiple children, the transition of bringing a new life into this world is hard, messy and scary. making sure you practice appropriate self-care care can feel impossible when you are being pulled to care for others. Let’s work together to make your journey as balanced as possible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6269db7f78e46b52809d7b31/1652663037987-OF51CPXKK9HLX81WLDG7/unsplash-image-iMdsjoiftZo.jpg Services - For the momma to be: Beyond bump wellness offers support to expectant mothers who are struggling with anxiety, depression, fears around becoming a new parent or just wanting support about the venture you are about to embark on! Together we can sort through fears, make plans and prepare for your bundle to arrive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6269db7f78e46b52809d7b31/1652322416800-ZWT5DW81O9D31XRC5CIZ/unsplash-image-ZS_RypKo9sk.jpg Services - For the person waiting for their rainbow: Beyond Bump Wellness has a specific focus and expertise in offering therapy for individuals and couples experiencing fertility challenges and/or families undergoing advanced reproductive support treatment. Maybe you are wondering if IVF or advanced reproductive support is a good fit for you and would like support around the process. My services aim to treat the whole individual through all stages of your unique journey to parenthood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6269db7f78e46b52809d7b31/1652662917579-4BRKEXAAO3572AR0ZZLZ/unsplash-image-GiP2H_SKh7E.jpg Services - Traumatic Birth Experience Did your birth experience not go as planned and now it is a difficult intrusive thought? Maybe it DID go as planned but how you feel about it was not planned and you are feeling traumatized after bringing life into this world. Let’s work together to process your experience. https://www.beyondbumpwellness.com/about daily 0.75 2023-01-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6269db7f78e46b52809d7b31/1674146874159-RILU33ORN7UKAI0RLG2W/unsplash-image-j4ocWYAP_cs.jpg About - Brittaney Melaragno, LMFTA Hi there, My name is Brittaney (she/her/hers), and I’m am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (MFTA). I am a family-systems-trained therapist who believes, "We cannot change what we are not aware of, and once we are aware, we cannot help but change." Together- we look into patterns throughout your life to help you understand why you might be feeling or acting a certain way. Let’s work to alleviate your symptoms and fix the root of the issue. There is no one size fits all approach to therapy; I integrate various approaches to therapy unique to my clients. My style is both warm and direct. I work from a strengths perspective (we are already enough, and we have all of the internal resources we need!) helping clients to utilize the tools they already possess, to get through life's challenging times. I specialize in working with the perinatal and postpartum population, I have advanced training through Postpartum Support International. (both levels) I have a special interest in working with couples experiencing infertility including those going through medical treatments and alternative family building options (IVF,IUI and Surrogacy), miscarriage and high risk pregnancy. I understand how scary, isolating and unfamiliar it can be to need to seek advanced support to grow your family. I would love to show you and your partner what you have to offer each other during this challenging time. I truly want to join you on your journey before pregnancy, during pregnancy and in the postpartum period. It is my hope to help new parents and parents-to-be manage anxiety and create positive change. Together we can bare the storm of emotions that accompanies infertility or becoming a new parent. I earned my MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, CT. Prior to that, I earned my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut in Biochemistry with a minor in Psychology. Before becoming a therapist, I was in the Dental and Medical space which fueled a passion for biology and medicine. This coupled with my love for psychology and mental health is why I am dedicated to the medical/biological and psychological aspects of perinatal mental health and infertility. As an associate license clinician, I work under the direct supervision of Rebecca Ruitto, LMFT License number 1780. A Little More about Me I am a mom, and it was hard for me to become a mom. So above all else, you are talking to someone who GETS it. Outside of being a therapist, I enjoy spending time with my husband, daughter and our friendly k9. I grew up in Anchorage, Alaska and moved to the East coast for college. Being a mom and supporting other moms are two of my greatest joys. On the weekends you will most likely find me taking a yoga class, scoping out local farmers markets, hitting up a polo game or trying out a new restaurant or recipe at home, I am a big foodie! https://www.beyondbumpwellness.com/contact daily 0.75 2023-01-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6269db7f78e46b52809d7b31/1674146333799-RWN1S7BAT58ZULHTYDFM/unsplash-image-hk2oPKuCqP0.jpg