Chelsea Robinson, LCSW

Chelsea Robinson, LCSW, is a motherhood therapist, matrescence coach, village builder and founder of Mama’s Modern Village. With over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health, she supports women on their motherhood journey at the intersection of modern motherhood culture and a woman’s matrescence, her transition from woman to mother. Chelsea is not a parenting expert, rather an expert on the mama, whose work centers on bringing the mother back into focus. Chelsea has created "Becoming Mama", a 12-week program designed to support women all along their motherhood journey in decreasing their burnout, stress and overwhelm, while increasing their confidence, joy and understanding of their matrescence. You can sign up for the waitlist on her website. http://www.mamasmodernvillage.com/

Postpartum

Mothers don’t need to be ‘fixed’. They aren’t what’s broken

And now the Surgeon General’s warning about parental stress affirms that.

Mother's Day

Mothering is work. For Mother’s Day, I’d like a raise, please

Sure, I’ll take the flowers and breakfast in bed, too, but if you really want to acknowledge all that I do, start treating me like a paid employee.

Work & Motherhood

We are mothering within ‘patriarchal motherhood’

And it can feel oppressive. Here’s how to shift that pressure to make motherhood more empowering for yourself and mothers everywhere.

Self Care

Mothers are their children’s ‘happiness anchors’

But how can moms create happiness anchors for themselves? The answer: In glimmers and small rituals.

Postpartum

Are you in the ‘messy middle’ of motherhood?

Matrescence is a continuum, and the majority of moms are in the ‘messy middle.’ Here’s what that means.

Mental Health

What is paternal depression? We need to talk about men’s mental health, too

Depression in men often goes undiagnosed—but men are 3 to 4 times more likely to die by suicide than women. Here's how to spot the signs.

Mental Health

It’s time to retire the term ‘baby blues’

It's a form of postpartum depression.

Postpartum

Suicide is the leading cause of death in new moms

When you’re experiencing thoughts of suicide, it’s hard to ask for help—but that’s when help from others is most necessary.

Postpartum

The need for postpartum support doesn’t end after the fourth trimester

Ask any toddler mom; they need a meal train now more than ever.

Mental Health

5 steps to stop an anxiety spiral, according to a therapist

Here’s how to normalize your feelings and get grounded again.

Mental Health

You might be experiencing trauma these days, and you aren’t alone

Viewing motherhood through the lens of trauma might make you feel more validated.

Children's Health

Witnessing domestic violence as a child comes with long-term health consequences

Here’s how to spot the signs.