Women's Mental Health in Connecticut

Postpartum depression is persistent sadness, anxiety, or exhaustion after childbirth that interferes with daily life and bonding — beyond the typical “baby blues.” Treatment often includes medication management, therapy, and support. Suzanne provides perinatal psychiatric evaluation and medication management across Connecticut.

Postpartum depression centers on persistent sadness, low energy, and loss of interest; postpartum anxiety involves constant worry, racing thoughts, and physical tension — often focused on the baby's safety. They frequently overlap, and both are treatable. An evaluation clarifies what's driving your symptoms.

This is an individual decision made together. Some psychiatric medications have substantial safety data in pregnancy and breastfeeding; others are best avoided. Suzanne reviews the risks of treating — and of not treating — with each patient, so you can make an informed choice.

Perinatal mental health care addresses anxiety, depression, and mood changes during pregnancy and the first year after birth. It includes evaluation, medication management when appropriate, and coordination with your OB and therapist. Suzanne has particular clinical strength in this area.

Yes. Suzanne treats anxiety and depression in women across life stages, including symptoms tied to the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause — alongside general adult anxiety and depression care.

Puberty, the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause can all influence mood and anxiety through hormonal shifts. Symptoms that flare at these times are common and treatable — an evaluation helps separate hormonal patterns from an underlying mood or anxiety condition.

Suzanne Gallagher, PMHNP-BC, provides women's and maternal mental health medication management in person in New Canaan and by telehealth anywhere in Connecticut — including Fairfield County towns like Darien, Norwalk, Stamford, and Greenwich.

Yes. Telehealth is often the most practical option for new mothers, and Suzanne provides postpartum and perinatal psychiatric care by secure video to women anywhere in Connecticut — no commute or childcare logistics required for the visit.

Complete the appointment request form. Suzanne personally reviews each request, and if it's a good fit, you'll be invited to set up your patient portal and schedule an initial evaluation — in person in New Canaan or by telehealth.