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Clinician Directory
Everyone on our team receives specialized training in perinatal mental health including pregnancy, infertility, grief and loss, birth trauma, multicultural and LGBTQ+ awareness, postpartum depression and anxiety, parenting, and more.
California Clinicians
There are images and beliefs we hold of picturesque parenthood, the perfect childhood, a beautiful pregnancy, and loving relationships. When things become painful, complicated, or simply different from what we imagined, it can be hard to know where those experiences fit. Growing a family can be beautiful, but it can also be messy, overwhelming, and deeply isolating. In those harder moments, having a supportive community can make all the difference.
As a veteran and a member of the LGBTQA+ community, I know that finding a supportive community can feel insurmountable. As a mother of four children, through adoption and birth, I know that asking for help can leave you feeling vulnerable. If you are here looking for support, I would be honored to be part of your community.
My passion for helping individuals and couples grew from my own personal journey through infertility, multiple miscarriages, a traumatic birth experience, time spent with my babies in the NICU, and postpartum depression. These experiences profoundly shaped both who I am and the therapist I strive to be.
I know firsthand that the journey to parenthood does not always unfold as we imagine. Infertility, pregnancy loss, complicated births, NICU stays, and postpartum struggles can bring grief, anxiety, uncertainty, and profound changes in how we see ourselves and connect with our partners. These experiences can be difficult to navigate, and you do not have to navigate them alone.
Becoming a parent, preparing for parenthood, or navigating the many experiences that can come with pregnancy and postpartum can bring a wide range of emotions. There may be moments of joy and connection alongside uncertainty, feeling overwhelmed, grief, anxiety, or a sense of not quite feeling like yourself. I believe you deserve a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and make sense of everything you’re carrying. My hope is to create a warm, compassionate, and judgment-free environment where you can show up exactly as you are.
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I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples through the transitions that accompany the perinatal journey.
​Pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, loss, and the transition into parenthood can bring so many emotions, sometimes all at once. These seasons can feel overwhelming, isolating, and very different from what you expected. My goal is to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and able to show up exactly as you are.
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As someone who understands the isolation that motherhood can bring, I know how important it is to feel connected and supported during these transitions. I’m here to help you make sense of difficult emotions, identify realistic ways forward, and strengthen your connection with yourself and the people you love.
I’m so glad you found your way here, and I look forward to walking alongside you on your journey.​​​
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As a mother of two rambunctious young boys, I understand the deep need for support and feel honored to work with mothers through pregnancy, parenthood, and all the complexities those roles hold. Supporting people through life transitions and stressful times such as pregnancy, becoming a new parent, navigating partner relationships after baby, moving, entering new relationships, or career transitions, helping navigate this time of life is the heart of my passion. Beyond life transitions, I also specialize in supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Hello and welcome! ​You've found your way here, let's take a moment to find your piece of peace.
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Whether you’re navigating grief and loss, adjusting to pregnancy or postpartum, or moving through a major life transition, you deserve a space that feels supportive, affirming, and truly your own. ​As a queer, BIPOC therapist and Certified Lactation Educator, I’m passionate about supporting individuals and families through the perinatal journey and beyond. I strive to help clients find tools, clarity, and a sense of steadiness, whatever “moving forward” looks like for them.
Hello, I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you’re new to parenthood, new to therapy, or both, you’re in good hands.
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You are not alone. While this journey can feel incredibly isolating, there is a difference between being alone and feeling alone. That difference matters, and we can navigate it together. You are a human being having a human experience, and you deserve support along the way. ​My own perinatal journey profoundly changed my life, and it’s what led me to dedicate my work to supporting other mothers.
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Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you found your way here, and I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
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At different points in life, we all encounter seasons that feel heavy, overwhelming, or uncertain. During these times, having additional support and guidance can make a meaningful difference. I view my role as a therapist as creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering encouragement and care as you move toward healing, growth, and a fuller sense of well-being.
You’ve been holding it together for everyone. ​The pregnancy. The baby. The expectations.
The constant mental load of caring, planning and anticipating. ​Always the strong one. Always showing up. And yet, under the surface, you might be unraveling. Quietly. Invisibly. Exhaustingly. ​Maybe you don’t feel like yourself anymore. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, touched out, anxious, or unsure. Maybe you thought this season would feel different.
You’re not alone and you don’t have to carry this by yourself.
Whether you’re moving through pregnancy, grief, uncertainty, transition, or the quiet work of redefining yourself, you don’t have to do it alone. Here, you’ll find warmth, understanding, and a space to reconnect with your strength and your story. All too often, the emotional needs of those navigating infertility, pregnancy, loss, and new parenthood are overlooked. In this space, your well-being is my priority. ​
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I am dedicated to supporting individuals and couples through infertility, pregnancy, reproductive decisions, adoption, postpartum transitions, grief and loss, birth trauma, identity shifts, and the complexities of parenthood. I also work with clients healing from difficult childhood experiences, dysfunctional family systems, and intergenerational wounds, helping them break free from unwanted patterns and build more connected, fulfilling lives.
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to read a little bit about me. I am delighted you are here!​ As an experienced NICU RN with a deep passion for supporting individuals at every stage of the perinatal journey, I bring compassion, collaboration, and curiosity to my practice, guiding clients through the transition into parenthood and beyond.
After having my first child during the pandemic, it felt as if my world turned upside down. Little did I know that I would begin a beastly battle with postpartum anxiety and depression. Despite having the education, resources, and knowledge, I was dumbfounded that I could still suffer....
Parenthood has the potential to be one of life’s most beautiful journeys. At the same time, it is so often filled with challenging and distressing thoughts, feelings, and experiences that can leave us feeling isolated and overwhelmed. I believe that everyone who is struggling deserves a safe and supportive space to share their story, to feel seen and understood, and to know they do not have to walk this difficult path alone.
As a father who has personally endured the pain of pregnancy loss, holding space for parents in the perinatal season of life is deeply sacred to me. I’m passionate....
Hi! Welcome. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up as you are, feel heard, and not have to have everything figured out before you walk through the virtual door.
I’m especially passionate about working with individuals and couples as they navigate anxiety, relationships, parenthood, grief and loss, reproductive and maternal mental health, and the many transitions that come with different seasons of life.
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Welcome, I’m so glad you’re here! Over the almost 20 years I've spent as a mental health therapist, I've supported many clients during the perinatal period, a time that can be wonderful and deeply meaningful, but also challenging, heart breaking and everything in between. As a mother of three who has also experienced pregnancy loss and my own mental health challenges after childbirth, I understand firsthand how complex this stage of life can be.
Hello and welcome! I'm so glad you are finding time for yourself and exploring how therapy, and myself as a therapist, can help you in your journey.​
I have been working in this field for over thirteen years and have had time to develop my personal style, skills, and interventions that will support you along the way. I also recognize that each and everyone's processes is different and unique. I understand how life can be challenging and especially during the perinatal time we can feel overwhelmed by it all.
You matter. All your hopes, dreams, and fears are welcome here. Your emotional well-being is my top priority, and I am deeply committed to walking alongside you through the joys and challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, early parenthood and including the often unspoken pain of grief and loss. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, birth trauma, infertility, or the heartbreak of miscarriage or infant loss, you don’t have to do it alone. With over a decade of clinical experience, I bring warmth, curiosity, and evidence-based care to our work together. We’ll move...
Despite all the things on your seemingly never-ending to-do list, you’ve taken the step of reaching out for support and found yourself here - and I am so glad to have you. They say it takes a village, and they aren’t wrong. There is no step in parenthood that we are meant to take alone, yet that supportive village can be hard to find. From prenatal planning to perinatal navigation to postpartum and parenting, I’m here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Being a therapist is an honor which has allowed me the opportunity to be a witness to my client’s deepest wounds and to walk alongside them in their healing. As a mother of two and someone who experienced birth trauma myself, I bring a deeply personal understanding, passion and sensitivity to Perinatal work.
I am mindful that each experience is as unique as each of my clients and deserves a place to be nurtured and supported. I strive do this, by creating a warm, authentic, non-judgmental space where....
I am passionate about the need for perinatal mental health care, and believe that the transition into parenthood is one of the most transformative periods in life. In our current world, the pressures of life continue to build, and parents in particular are carrying so much extra weight. I want to offer a safe space to my clients to be vulnerable, to feel understood, and to simply focus on their own needs. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, and I want to meet my clients where they are at without judgment or agenda.
Florida Clinicians
Despite all the things on your seemingly never-ending to-do list, you’ve taken the step of reaching out for support and found yourself here - and I am so glad to have you. They say it takes a village, and they aren’t wrong. There is no step in parenthood that we are meant to take alone, yet that supportive village can be hard to find. From prenatal planning to perinatal navigation to postpartum and parenting, I’m here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
I am passionate about the need for perinatal mental health care, and believe that the transition into parenthood is one of the most transformative periods in life. In our current world, the pressures of life continue to build, and parents in particular are carrying so much extra weight. I want to offer a safe space to my clients to be vulnerable, to feel understood, and to simply focus on their own needs. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, and I want to meet my clients where they are at without judgment or agenda.
Being a therapist is an honor which has allowed me the opportunity to be a witness to my client’s deepest wounds and to walk alongside them in their healing. As a mother of two and someone who experienced birth trauma myself, I bring a deeply personal understanding, passion and sensitivity to Perinatal work.
I am mindful that each experience is as unique as each of my clients and deserves a place to be nurtured and supported. I strive do this, by creating a warm, authentic, non-judgmental space where....
Minnesota Clinicians
I am passionate about the need for perinatal mental health care, and believe that the transition into parenthood is one of the most transformative periods in life. In our current world, the pressures of life continue to build, and parents in particular are carrying so much extra weight. I want to offer a safe space to my clients to be vulnerable, to feel understood, and to simply focus on their own needs. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, and I want to meet my clients where they are at without judgment or agenda.
Texas Clinicians
Hello and welcome! I'm so glad you are finding time for yourself and exploring how therapy, and myself as a therapist, can help you in your journey.​
I have been working in this field for over thirteen years and have had time to develop my personal style, skills, and interventions that will support you along the way. I also recognize that each and everyone's processes is different and unique. I understand how life can be challenging and especially during the perinatal time we can feel overwhelmed by it all.
Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you found your way here, and I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
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At different points in life, we all encounter seasons that feel heavy, overwhelming, or uncertain. During these times, having additional support and guidance can make a meaningful difference. I view my role as a therapist as creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering encouragement and care as you move toward healing, growth, and a fuller sense of well-being.
Washington Clinicians
Welcome, I’m so glad you’re here! Over the almost 20 years I've spent as a mental health therapist, I've supported many clients during the perinatal period, a time that can be wonderful and deeply meaningful, but also challenging, heart breaking and everything in between. As a mother of three who has also experienced pregnancy loss and my own mental health challenges after childbirth, I understand firsthand how complex this stage of life can be.
My passion for helping individuals and couples grew from my own personal journey through infertility, multiple miscarriages, a traumatic birth experience, time spent with my babies in the NICU, and postpartum depression. These experiences profoundly shaped both who I am and the therapist I strive to be.
I know firsthand that the journey to parenthood does not always unfold as we imagine. Infertility, pregnancy loss, complicated births, NICU stays, and postpartum struggles can bring grief, anxiety, uncertainty, and profound changes in how we see ourselves and connect with our partners. These experiences can be difficult to navigate, and you do not have to navigate them alone.
Perinatal Coach Directory
Everyone on our team has a masters degree and receives specialized training in perinatal support including pregnancy, infertility, grief and loss, birth trauma, multicultural and LGBTQ+ awareness, pregnancy and postpartum issues, parenting, and more.
Meghann Vela, MA
Nationwide Perinatal Coach
$155 per session
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Support Staff
We know it takes a village to support a family and we are lucky to have amazing support staff working alongside our clinicians.
Krysta Dancy, Founder and CEO MA, MFT, CBD(CBI), Certified Provider Educator
With over 20 years of experience in mental health, Krysta Dancy founded Dancy Perinatal from a deep passion for supporting new families. She believes that by investing in them, we invest in our collective future. (Read more about our story) Krysta's mission is to elevate the standard of perinatal mental health, creating environments where both families and professionals can thrive. Her expertise spans PTSD and birth (for both patients and professionals), trauma-informed care, professional trauma and perinatal mental health, and she is dedicated to training and consulting on trauma-informed care systems (Learn more). Every day, Krysta feels grateful to work toward a world where quality care is the norm. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking in the foothills and chasing waterfalls.
Rebecca (Becca) Johnson, MA, LMFT, Director of Growth and Operations; Clinical Supervisor
Rebecca Johnson, LMFT,​ is passionate about service and advocacy for the field of perinatal mental health. Working as the Director of Growth and Operations and a Clinical Supervisor for Dancy Perinatal, she is able to help guide a growing network of highly trained and incredible therapists. She has worked in mental health for 15 years through community agencies, non-profits, and her own private practice. Her specialties include perinatal, infertility, and grief counseling, working with birth professionals, EMDR (Trauma), Brainspotting (Trauma), and sex therapy. On a more personal note, Rebecca is blessed to be the mother of 2 beautiful children and an amazing bonus daughter. She loves to find balance in nature and reading (or listening) to a good book.
Sally Johnson, MA, Office Manager
Sally Johnson is enthusiastically embracing the next chapter in her life! While family life included raising three wonderful children (including Rebecca!), she has also been an elementary and junior high teacher for the last 25 years. Retiring soon, Sally is applying her desire to continue to serve in a new field as an administrative assistant to help support the important work provided by Dancy Perinatal. Sally’s many years working with students, their families, staff members, and other dedicated colleagues in a school environment have honed her ability to respond professionally and creatively to changing needs, desires, and challenges. She is excited to incorporate ways to support this amazing team in an efficient, timely, and compassionate manner. Sally enjoys reading, home projects, travel, and, most importantly, her family and five beautiful grandchildren.
Trish Young, Operations Manager
Trish is passionate about creating the systems and structure that allow people to focus on what matters most. At Dancy Perinatal, she works behind the scenes to streamline operations, improve processes, and bring clarity to the many moving pieces of a growing organization. By combining data-driven process improvement with practical systems thinking, she helps create an environment where clinical providers can focus on caring for families and the Founder can continue bringing her vision to life. Trish enjoys finding creative solutions, learning new things, and discovering ways to make work simpler and more effective. Outside of work, Trish is a proud mom of five in a blended family. She enjoys writing, exploring all kinds of crafts, learning new things, spending quality time with her family, and finding meaningful ways to serve others.