Author Archives: Alisa Hafkin

In September I began a training in infertility counseling with Sharon Covington, MSW and Nancy Hafkin, PhD and together with seven other practitioners in the field, we began the journey to learn more about assisting individuals and couples who are … Continue reading →

The recent articles in The New York Times, “Thinking of Way to Harm Her (June 15, 2014) and “After Baby, an Unraveling” (June 16, 2014)  highlight postpartum depression and they have brought much needed attention to this underserved community of … Continue reading →

This blog is directed to new fathers who are facing the challenges of being a parent and a partner to a new mother who may be dealing with depression. It is not uncommon for women to experience sadness, anxiety, fluctuation … Continue reading →