Assisting New Mothers with the Transition to Motherhood

Description: Being a first time mom can be a fun, rewarding and life changing experience. It can also bring on stress, anxiety, and overwhelming feelings that you may have never experienced before. Come join us for a presentation on working with new mothers through the roller coaster of emotions, the challenges of expectations versus the reality, and the changes in relationships. This group will also focus on teaching new moms effective coping and relaxation skills.

Presenters: Ruth K. Echols, MAEd., LPC, NCC is a graduate of Randolph-Macon Woman’s College with a degree in Psychology, and received her Master’s degree in Counseling from Wake Forest University. She received her LPC in 2005 and started a private practice in Cary in 2006. She is currently in practice at Cary Behavioral Health Care. In addition to specializing in grief and loss counseling, Ruth also offers treatment in the areas of anxiety, depression, stress management, couples counseling, and women’s issues. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.

Renee Avis, MA, LPC, NCC has been in private practice for over 3 years. Previously Renee worked at Carolina House for two and a half years. Renee specializes in treating eating disorders with both adolescents and adults. She also enjoys working with individuals who are struggling with post partum depression, anxiety, depression, and with adolescents.

RSVP: Please RSVP to Robin Forgione by email by Wed. June 24 to confirm seating. If your plans change prior to the luncheon and you cannot attend, please follow up with an email so that we can plan accordingly and have an accurate headcount for the restaurant. Please consider bringing a non-member LPCANC to hear about our association! Counseling Students are welcome to attend.