About Our Approach & Care

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What is perinatal mental health, and how is it different from postpartum depression?

 

Perinatal mental health covers emotional and psychological well-being from pregnancy through the first year after birth — a broader window than "postpartum," which refers only to after delivery. This includes prenatal anxiety and depression, not just what happens after the baby arrives.

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Do you see clients outside of Georgia?

 

Yes — both Dr. Peat and Dr. Krakow are PSYPACT-authorized, so either provider can offer virtual therapy to clients in 40+ states beyond Georgia.

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Can partners experience perinatal mental health challenges too?

 

Yes — partners can experience anxiety, depression, and adjustment difficulties during pregnancy and after a baby arrives, even though the focus is often placed on the birthing parent. We're happy to talk through what support looks like for partners as well.

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Do I need a diagnosis to start therapy here?

 

No — you don't need a diagnosis or a referral to reach out. Many people start therapy simply because something feels harder than it used to, without a clinical label attached to it yet.

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What happens in a first session?

 

A first session is mostly about getting to know you — what's bringing you in, what you're hoping for, and answering any questions you have about the process. There's no pressure to have it all figured out before you walk in.

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Logistics & Getting Started

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Does Women's Wellness Atlanta accept insurance?

 

No — we're an out-of-network provider and do not accept insurance directly. We can provide documentation to help you seek reimbursement from most major insurance providers, though we can't guarantee reimbursement or rates.

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What forms of payment do you accept?

 

We accept all major credit cards, as well as HSA and FSA cards.

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How long does each therapy session take?

 

Sessions are 50 minutes. New clients are asked to arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete paperwork.

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Do you offer sliding scale rates?

 

On rare occasions, based on financial hardship — we may request additional information to determine eligibility.

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How do I reschedule or cancel an appointment?

 

Cancellations made less than 24 hours before your appointment are subject to a $100 fee. To reschedule or cancel, sign in to your client portal account.​To reschedule or cancel an appointment, you will need to sign in to your account.