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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Memphis, TN
Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Memphis, TN
Postpartum mental health support in Memphis connects you with 321 licensed providers experienced in addressing postpartum-related concerns. Headway offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions, free consultations, and most patients pay $0-50 per session with insurance coverage.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) based in Tennessee. I am also licensed in the states of UT and NE. I have been in practice for 15 years. I love working with clients who are genuinely seeking therapy for their own growth and awareness. I enjoy helping clients who want to take a deeper look at behaviors and relationships in their lives that could be modified and or improved. I started my career in community mental health working with individuals who were suffering from addiction, childhood trauma, family conflict, and faith crisis. I feel like I have learned the true impact addiction, poverty, trauma, and abuse can have on an individual and family system. This has helped me create space for clients to feel safe, heard, valued, and respected in our sessions. I look forward to meeting you!
My specialty is adult love and creating bonding experiences in couples and families. I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and an Addiction Specialist (LCAS). Helping people repair and reconnect after times of distress is my passion. I help people heal by increasing security, closeness and emotional connection in relationships. I help couples better understand their partners’ emotional responses, as well as their own. I also enjoy helping couples overcome addiction in relationships.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with six years of experience helping adults navigate ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, substance use concerns, and personality disorders. I trained at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing and have a background in neuroscience research, which shapes my practical, brain-based approach to care.
I believe people do best when they’re treated as whole humans—not just a diagnosis. I enjoy breaking down complex mental health concepts into clear, bite-sized explanations so patients understand why they feel the way they do and how treatment helps. My style is collaborative, direct, and supportive.
I’m comfortable working with complex or long-standing symptoms and don’t shy away from difficult cases. I also enjoy working with creatives in the Nashville community and understand the unique pressures that can come with creative work. My goal is to help patients feel empowered, informed, and supported as they move toward meaningful, sustainable change.
Dr. Deborah DeFrieze
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Master's degree in social work
Social Work and Licensed Massage Therapist for 15 years
Missionary in Africa for 18 months
Public Education for 33 years
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Frequently asked questions
Find an expert who truly understands maternal mental health
Headway helps you find expert-guided support for every stage of motherhood — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Memphis
Finding a postpartum therapist in Memphis starts with identifying the type of support you need. Postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and other perinatal mood disorders each present differently, and a provider with specific training in maternal mental health care can make a meaningful difference. Look for a licensed therapist or psychiatrist who has experience with perinatal concerns — credentials like a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) or training through Postpartum Support International (PSI) indicate specialized expertise. On Headway, you can read detailed provider bios to learn about each provider's approach and areas of focus before booking.
Practical factors matter too, especially during the postpartum period. Consider whether you prefer virtual sessions you can attend from home or in-person appointments in the Memphis area, including nearby communities like Germantown, Bartlett, and Cordova. Availability and scheduling flexibility can be especially important when you're adjusting to life with a new baby.
Therapy in Memphis can be expensive out of pocket, but using your in-network insurance benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see an estimated session cost before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session — though costs vary based on your location and specific coverage.
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