Inpatient Postpartum Depression Treatment in Atlanta, Georgia
Begin Postpartum Depression Treatment in Georgia
You Don’t Have To Do This Alone Anymore. We’re Here For You.
Postpartum depression can happen to any woman, and it’s not her fault. It’s a serious condition that impacts not only the new mother but her child and other close family members.
Peachtree Wellness Solutions provides structured postpartum depression inpatient treatment in Atlanta, Georgia that helps women overcome their illness and establish a healthy pattern of being a new mother.
If you’re struggling with postpartum depression, our mental health programs in Atlanta, Georgia can help. Call us now at 770-202-1274 or verify your insurance.
You are not alone. You deserve to get help.
Peachtree Wellness is an industry leader in mental health treatment. Our team of top medical experts specialize in dual diagnosis treatment and are committed to ensuring that each patient is treated as an individual. Call us today, we’re available 24/7.
Overview of Inpatient Postpartum Depression Treatment
Our postpartum depression inpatient treatment includes access to two different types of programs. The first is residential mental health treatment which provides a comfortable, homelike location for women to live temporarily while they work on improving their mental health. This can be helpful for more severe cases of postpartum depression.
The other option is outpatient programs, which requires the woman to travel to a facility for therapy sessions during the day. She can still live at home while receiving structured care from a team of experienced therapists. There are two levels of outpatient care:
- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP): Takes place several hours per day for five to seven days per week
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): Takes place over nine or more hours per week for two to five days per week.
- Outpatient Mental Health Treatment: Takes place each week and involves a check-in group and individual therapy session.
What Is Pospartum Depression?
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious mental health condition that can affect women after childbirth. Unlike the “baby blues,” which involve mild mood swings and anxiety that typically resolve within two weeks after delivery, postpartum depression involves more severe and persistent symptoms that can interfere with a mother’s ability to care for herself and her baby.
Postpartum depression typically develops within the first few weeks after childbirth, though it can emerge anytime during the first year.
Postpartum Depression is believed to result from a combination of physical, emotional, and hormonal factors. After childbirth, hormone levels (estrogen and progesterone) drop dramatically, which can contribute to depression. Physical exhaustion, sleep deprivation, and the overwhelming responsibilities of caring for a newborn can further exacerbate these feelings.
It’s important to understand that postpartum depression is not a character flaw or a sign of weakness, and it does not occur because of something a mother did or did not do. With proper treatment, which may include therapy, antidepressants, and support groups, most women recover completely from postpartum depression.
The Need for Postpartum Treatment in Today's World
As the old saying goes, women have come a long way. Yet, many new mothers still end up struggling with depressive symptoms in the period after they give birth through no fault of their own. In fact, 13% of women who were in the postpartum period reported that they felt depression related to this time. Unfortunately, about 20% of women attending prenatal visits with their physician were not screened for symptoms of depression.
As much as women have established a presence in careers and other important arenas of modern life, some still find it difficult to admit they are struggling and need help. Looking for postpartum depression inpatient treatment is a sign of strength, and the sooner a woman seeks help, the quicker she can get back to feeling mentally healthy.
Signs and Symptoms of Postpartum Depression
Someone in need of postpartum depression inpatient treatment may recognize some of their symptoms but not understand that they indicate a need for professional treatment. Common signs and symptoms of postpartum depression in women include:
- Constantly feeling sad or depressed
- Feeling hopeless
- Crying
- Difficulty bonding with the baby
- Guilt about not having the expected elevated moods after having a baby
- Feeling overwhelmed by the change in her life
- Anxiety
- Mood swings
- Feeling others are judging her for not living up to their expectations
- Change in appetite
- Anger toward the baby or the mother’s partner
- Thoughts of harming the baby or herself
How Long Does Postpartum Depression Treatment Last?
Someone with postpartum depression who does not seek depression treatment can end up suffering from it for several months or longer.
When a woman gets professional help, her treatment team will assess her to determine her current mental and physical health.
What symptoms she has and the severity of them will determine what treatment plan will fit her needs. On average, a woman with postpartum depression will need treatment for at least 30 days, although attending therapy sessions for 60 days or more provides better results.
Benefits of Postpartum Depression Treatment at Peachtree Wellness
Women who receive treatment for their postpartum depression gain several benefits. Those who need residential care often find it beneficial to have a safe place to get away and concentrate on the healing process.
Our inpatient postpartum depression treatment program provides calmness and the ability to focus on getting better before returning home. Outpatient treatment allows new moms to attend therapy sessions at a comfortable location while still returning home to be with their families in the evenings and on weekends.
Both residential and outpatient programs provide access to a menu of different types of therapy that help alleviate the symptoms of postpartum depression. Staff members are trained to treat this disorder with compassion and discretion. As well, an array of prescription medications can be used to help minimize symptoms and help in the overall healing process.
How We Treat Postpartum Depression
A big part of what makes our postpartum depression inpatient treatment so effective is the variety of types of therapy we offer. Women can take advantage of attending the following therapy modalities:
- Individual Therapy: One-on-one sessions with a trained therapist provide a safe space for new mothers to express their feelings, identify triggers, and develop personalized coping strategies for postpartum depression.
- Psychiatry: Psychiatric care offers specialized medical assessment and management of postpartum depression through careful evaluation, diagnosis, and prescription of appropriate medications when needed.
- Holistic Therapy: This approach addresses the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—through techniques like yoga, meditation, and nutritional counseling to reduce postpartum depression symptoms and promote overall wellbeing.
- Family Therapy: Sessions involving partners and other family members help improve communication, adjust to new family dynamics, and build a stronger support system for the mother experiencing postpartum depression.
- Group Therapy: Connecting with other mothers facing similar challenges provides validation, reduces isolation, and offers practical peer support and shared strategies for managing postpartum depression.
- Medication-Assisted Treatment: Carefully prescribed antidepressants or other mental health medications can help rebalance brain chemistry, providing relief from severe postpartum depression symptoms while other therapies address underlying issues.
- Red Light Therapy: This non-invasive treatment uses specific wavelengths of light to potentially reduce inflammation, improve sleep quality, and boost mood in women experiencing postpartum depression.
- Biosound Therapy: Combining vibrational massage, music therapy, and guided imagery, biosound therapy helps reduce anxiety and stress hormones while promoting relaxation for mothers with postpartum depression.
- Genetic Testing: This advanced diagnostic tool analyzes a mother’s genetic makeup to identify potential biological factors influencing her response to medications, allowing for personalized treatment plans that maximize effectiveness and minimize side effects when treating postpartum depression.
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT): DBT teaches specific skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness to help mothers manage overwhelming emotions and build resilience during postpartum depression.
Begin Postpartum Depression Treatment in Atlanta, Georgia Today
Has postpartum depression interfered with your ability to have stable emotions and enjoy being a new mother? If so, we can provide the multi-disciplinary care necessary to heal from this challenging mental health disorder.
Peachtree Wellness Solutions provides postpartum depression inpatient treatment that takes the stigma out of what’s going on.
Visit our admissions page now to find out how easy it is to begin treatment. Let us help you regain your sense of self and enjoy being a mom again.
Dr. Bryon McQuirt
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Bryon McQuirt
Last Updated on:
February 24, 2025
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