Hearten Therapy - New Mother New Baby
Chicago, IL
(312) 379-9309
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  • POSTPARTUM CONCERNS, CHALLENGES & CONDITIONS

  • Breastfeeding / feeding

  • Flat or inverted nipples

  • Induced lactation

  • Latch or positioning challenges

  • Mastitis / clogged ducts

  • Milk supply concerns

  • Multiples breastfeeding

  • Pain with breastfeeding

  • Pumping support & return to work

  • Cesarean / c-section recovery

  • Scar pain and management

  • Digestive concerns

  • Constipation

  • Digestive discomfort or bloating

  • Pain or difficulty with bowel movements

  • Emotional wellbeing & mental health

  • Adjusting to parenthood

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • NICU related stress

  • Relationship strain

  • Medical conditions [complementary support]

  • Anemia / low iron

  • Gestational diabetes [follow up support]

  • High blood pressure or preeclampsia [postpartum]

  • Thyroid conditions

  • Muscle & joint concerns

  • Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)

  • Back, hip or neck pain

  • Carpel tunnel syndrome

  • Lateral nerve entrapment (secondary)

  • Pelvic pain / pelvic girdle pain (SPD)

  • Piriformis-related hip or leg pain

  • Pubic bone pain (pubic sympysis)

  • Sacroiliac (SI) pain

  • Sciatica or nerve pain

  • Tailbone pain (coccydynia)

  • Pelvic floor concerns

  • Episiotomy recovery

  • Forceps / Instrumental birth recovery

  • Incontinence

  • Pelvic organ prolapse

  • Pelvic pain or pressure

  • Perineal healing

  • Other common postpartum concerns

  • Headaches

  • Sleep problems / fatigue

  • Swelling postpartum

  • Varicose veins & hemorrhoids

  • Weight or metabolic concerns

  • NEWBORN CONCERNS, CHALLENGES & CONDITIONS

  • Feeding & digestion

  • Colic / excessive crying

  • Gas pains and constipation

  • Healthy weight gain

  • Reflux

  • Tongue tie assessment

  • General health & development

  • Allergies

  • Ear infections

  • Failure to meet developmental milestones

  • Skin disorders / rashes

  • Sleep issues

  • Movement, tone or body symmetry

  • Body tightness or asymmetry

  • Head shape (Plagiocephaly)

  • Low muscle tone (Hypotonia)

  • Neck preference (Torticollis)

  • THERAPIES & SERVICES

  • Acupuncture

  • Belly binding

  • Chinese or herbal medicine

  • Chiropractic care

  • Infant chiropractic

  • Webster Technique® certified

  • Circumcision (non-hospital)

  • Cranial sacral

  • Infant cranial sacral therapy

  • Diaper services

  • Homeopathy

  • Lactation support

  • Breastfeeding clinics

  • Breastfeeding medicine

  • Lactation consultant (IBCLC)

  • Milk bank / dispensary

  • Pump rental

  • Massage therapy

  • Infant massage

  • Mental health therapist

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Couples counseling

  • EMDR-trained

  • Perinatal Mental Health Certification

  • Somatic Experiencing - trained

  • Newborn & household care

  • Newborn nurse

  • Newborn care specialist / newborn nanny

  • Postpartum doula

  • CPR certification

  • Lactation consultant (IBCLC)

  • Overnight care

  • Perinatal Mental Health Certification

  • Trauma-informed training

  • Nutritional support

  • Pediatric care

  • Concierge pediatrician

  • Integrative pediatric care

  • Pediatric chiropractor

  • Pelvic floor therapy

  • Certified Mercier Therapist

  • Photography & videography (baby & family)

  • Physical therapy

  • Infant PT

  • Sleep consultants

  • SETTING / FORMAT

  • In-home visits

  • Office or clinic

  • Virtual visits

  • COVERAGE & PAYMENT OPTIONS

  • Accepts medicaid

  • HSA/FSA eligible services

  • Insurance reimbursement guidance available

  • Sliding scale / reduced fee / free services

  • Carrot approved / reimbursement eligible

  • Maven benefit–eligible services

  • Progyny-approved provider

  • LANGUAGES

  • Arabic

  • Chinese

  • French

  • German

  • Italian

  • Korean

  • Polish

  • Russian

  • Spanish

  • Tagalog

  • Urdu

  • Vietnamese

  • Other

  • IDENTITY & VALUES

  • Black provider (self-identified)

  • Faith-centered

  • Latinx provider (self-identified)

  • LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)

SERVICES IN NUTSHELL

We’re a group of relational therapists helping people across Illinois move through relationship anxiety and conflict, the full spectrum of parenthood—from identity shifts to postpartum—and those quiet, disorienting seasons where life looks fine on the outside but feels anything but.

MORE ABOUT US

 NEW MOTHER NEW BABY – At Hearten Therapy, our work goes beyond clinical expertise. We’re grounded in values that shape how we show up in the room—with curiosity, connection, and compassion. We believe in the power of authentic therapeutic relationships and aim to create an environment where you feel seen, heard, and understood.

We take a modern, relational approach to therapy—combining emotional insight with practical tools. Our team prioritizes authentic connection, encouragement, humor, and a client-centered focus. We’re committed to destigmatizing therapy, promoting mental wellness, and practicing cultural humility every step of the way.

At Hearten Therapy, our work goes beyond clinical expertise. We’re grounded in values that shape how we show up in the room—with curiosity, connection, and compassion. We believe in the power of authentic therapeutic relationships and aim to create an environment where you feel seen, heard, and understood.

We take a modern, relational approach to therapy—combining emotional insight with practical tools. Our team prioritizes authentic connection, encouragement, humor, and a client-centered focus. We’re committed to destigmatizing therapy, promoting mental wellness, and practicing cultural humility every step of the way.

Our Team
Emily Buettner

Emily Buettner

CO-FOUNDER | LMFT

Mollie Bass

Mollie Bass

CO-FOUNDER | LMFT

Alana Stramowski

Alana Stramowski

LPC, NCC

Alice Davies

Alice Davies

ALMFT

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