“As the mother of a premature infant born at only 27 gestational weeks, I know well the multiple challenges and the emotional rollercoaster of having lost a full pregnancy and having a preemie in the NICU for an extended time. I also know the continued challenges -often for years to come- of the specialized care necessary for a medically vulnerable child. As a psychologist, I am honored to work with women, their families, and their treatment partners to provide holistic care related to their unique reproductive and maternal mental health needs. ”

— Dr. Chanté D. DeLoach

Dr. DeLoach’s approach centers the deeply rooted cultural traditions that shapes our understandings and experiences of family, pregnancy, motherhood, and loss. In addition to her clinical work in these areas, she continues to work collaboratively with doulas, medical providers, and other treatment partners. Dr. DeLoach currently serves on the UCLA Santa Monica NICU Parent and Family advisory board. She is ready to work with you and your family on delicate and complicated issues such as:

Infertility
Pregnancy complications and postpartum health
Perinatal and postpartum mood disorders
Hospitalized or home-based bed rest (Antepartum visits available)
Pregnancy and infant loss
Premature birth
Parents of medically vulnerable children
Parents of children with unique health, social, and educational needs
Adoption
Attachment and bonding issues
Medical and birth trauma
Pregnancy termination
Menopause

With Dr. DeLoach’s personal experience as a mother, her continued work with hospitals and families, as well as her degree specialization in Family Systems, she is uniquely qualified to work with couples and families on issues related to parenthood.

Adjustment to parenting
Couple-related parental adjustment
Maternal and parental identity adjustment
Radical and mindful parenting