THE ALLIANCE CENTER

Rooted in motherhood

We specialize in perinatal mental health and holistic support for new, expecting, and experienced mothers and their families in CT.

From prenatal education to postpartum help, infant CPR lessons, and parenting coaching, our expert‑led therapy, classes, and workshops provide real connection and meaningful support. Explore our offerings and book your first session:

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    Individual Therapy

    Speak with a maternal mental health specialist, one-on-one, confidentially.

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    Group Support

    Find support and community as you navigate the fertility journey, birth, parenting, and more—together.

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    Yoga & Movement

    Our teachers have special certifications in pregnant and postpartum yoga and teach in small, intimate classes.

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  • Dr. Kristen Beardslee

    Medication Management

    Dr. Kristen Beardslee offers personal assessments, prescriptions, and ongoing support for mothers and caregivers.

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    Coaching

    Receive personalized, forward-focused guidance to move toward your career and parenting goals.

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16 Wire Mill Rd
Stamford, CT

The Alliance Center is a welcoming space where you can find connection, hope, guidance, and a judgment-free community.

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Our team includes certified therapists, social workers, medication managers, doulas, yoga teachers, nutritionists, coaches, naturopaths, and more.

Backed By Professionals, Beloved By Mothers

Helped over
500 mothers
since 2022

“Wholeheartedly recommend—from the Prenatal Yoga class, to Parent Collective classes, to the Lactation Support, the Alliance Center's programs have made such a positive impact in my journey into motherhood.”

— Eva

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licensed experts

“Such a wonderful resource for new mothers. I attended the New Moms Group led by Carolyn. She was such a beautiful space holder and support during one of the toughest transitions in my life. I also attended Baby & Me Yoga, which was intimate and so relaxing. The space itself is so inviting and calming. Would definitely recommend every mom or mom-to-be to check out one of their many offerings!”

— Mia

Covered by many
insurers and
employers

“Attended the monthly Women’s Circle and really enjoyed the companionship of the other women, as well as making my own scented epsom bath salts and the gorgeous sound bath. What a treasure for our community!”

— Dr. Katie Takayasu

@TheAllianceCenterCT

✨ We are so excited to welcome Nikki to The Alliance Center team! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and new mom, Nikki brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. Her own journey to motherhood has deepened her empathy and
✨ We are so excited to welcome Nikki to The Alliance Center team! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and new mom, Nikki brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. Her own journey to motherhood has deepened her empathy and shaped her calling to support others navigating the tender complexities of fertility challenges, grief, parenting, and life transitions. With warmth, compassion, and a touch of humor, Nikki creates a safe and supportive space where clients can process their experiences, reconnect with themselves, and grow at their own pace. She believes in the power of authenticity, vulnerability, and connection and is in awe of the resilience she witnesses in her clients every day. Nikki’s schedule is now open, and we feel so grateful to share her gifts with our community. You can learn more about her on our website and self-schedule an intake if you’re interested in working with Nikki (or any member of our clinical team). 📖 Tap the link in bio to get started
Hey Mama, we’ve got your week covered! In addition to our ongoing 1:1 therapy and medication management services we’re proud to offer weekly group sessions designed to complement and support your mental health and overall well-being. Th
Hey Mama, we’ve got your week covered! In addition to our ongoing 1:1 therapy and medication management services we’re proud to offer weekly group sessions designed to complement and support your mental health and overall well-being. There is so much power in coming together to share, to move, to connect. Whether you’re navigating new motherhood, pregnancy, or feeding challenges, our groups provide a safe, supportive space to feel seen, heard and understood. Here’s what’s happening this week: ✨ Monday 10:00 – Baby & Me Yoga @yogini_sanjini 11:00 – New Moms Group @yogini_sanjini ✨ Wednesday 6:00 PM – Prenatal Yoga @flowingwithbecky ✨ Thursday 9:30 – Milk Alliance @lauren.d.horowitz ✨ Friday 9:30 – Prenatal Yoga @jalfs Check the link in our bio to learn more and register. Come for the movement, stay for the connection. You don’t have to do this alone. ✨
✨ Schedule Update ✨ Our Milk Alliance Feeding Support Group (in collaboration with @milkstreetlactationcenter ) will not meet this week — instead, join us on Thursday , August 28th and, September 4th at 9:30am. Feeding your baby is about so m
✨ Schedule Update ✨ Our Milk Alliance Feeding Support Group (in collaboration with @milkstreetlactationcenter ) will not meet this week — instead, join us on Thursday , August 28th and, September 4th at 9:30am. Feeding your baby is about so much more than nutrition — it’s about your mental health, your confidence, and the connection you build with your little one. In the postpartum period, these experiences are deeply interwoven, and finding support can make all the difference. This group is here to: ✨Offer professional guidance around feeding ✨ Provide baby weight checks to track growth ✨ Create a safe space to talk about the highs + challenges ✨ Break the isolation by building community with other moms in the same stage of life Whether you’re navigating questions, seeking reassurance, or just craving connection, you don’t have to do it alone. 📍 The Alliance Center 🗓 August 28 + September 4 ⏰ 9:30am Register through the link in our bio!
👋🏾 Carolyn here! We’re back from our mini summer break and are excited to share what’s ahead at The Alliance Center. First up: our next parenting workshop with @lorena_seidel … As a parent of two school-aged kids myself and a p
👋🏾 Carolyn here! We’re back from our mini summer break and are excited to share what’s ahead at The Alliance Center. First up: our next parenting workshop with @lorena_seidel … As a parent of two school-aged kids myself and a perinatal psychotherapist, I hear some common themes this time of year—both in my own home and in my therapy office. Parents already stretched thin, kids getting ready to adjust to new classrooms and routines, and the invisible mental load (especially for mothers) of keeping everything running smoothly. Thankfully I have a world-renowned parent and mindset coach who’s just a text message away, but I’m eager to share her wisdom and insights with you too. Click the link in our bio to check out our latest blog post, Back to School Without the Backslide, where Lorena and I plan for our next parenting workshop on navigating the school-year transition with intention and sign up for her next workshop on Tuesday, September 30 at 7:30 PM ET| Free on Zoom (spots are already filling up). Because, back-to-school season isn’t just about cute new outfits and gear, it’s a full-family adjustment. That’s why this conversation is for parents who want a moment to reflect, gather practical tools, and feel less alone in the process. Join us! 📸: circa 2024
August can feel like a strange in between—summer’s not quite over, but September is already knocking. For many of the moms in our community—pregnant, postpartum, or deep in the daily work of parenting—we’re hearing the
August can feel like a strange in between—summer’s not quite over, but September is already knocking. For many of the moms in our community—pregnant, postpartum, or deep in the daily work of parenting—we’re hearing the same thing: “I’m tired”. Not just sleepy tired. Nervous system tired. The kind of tired that needs more than sleep—it needs space, slowness, and support. 🧠 Neuroscience tells us that rest isn’t optional—it’s essential. Especially in motherhood, where our brains and bodies are constantly attuned to the needs of others, rest helps us regulate, reset, and reconnect to ourselves. That’s why next week we are taking a short summer pause from our regular groups and classes. That makes this week the perfect time to join us! Come exhale with us. Your nervous system will thank you. And please appreciate these hibiscus flowers the next time you’re visiting, they’re the ultimate sign of beauty, femininity and hospitality 🌺 📸 : @the.kindside
✨ The conversation around psychiatric medications in pregnancy is often filled with fear…not facts. This week, the FDA held a panel on SSRI use during pregnancy, but the discussion was notably one-sided—focusing only on potential risks
✨ The conversation around psychiatric medications in pregnancy is often filled with fear…not facts. This week, the FDA held a panel on SSRI use during pregnancy, but the discussion was notably one-sided—focusing only on potential risks of medication, while neglecting the very real dangers of untreated perinatal mental health conditions.⁠ ⁠The truth? For many, SSRIs are lifesaving during pregnancy. Untreated depression and anxiety are leading causes of pregnancy-related complications, including poor prenatal care, preterm birth, and even suicide.⁠ At The Alliance Center, we believe decisions about medication deserve nuance, compassion, and expertise. Our Medication Management Program offers collaborative, evidence-based care to help you make the right decision for you—because your mental health matters.⁠ Work with our team to explore treatment options that support both you and your baby.⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠ 📍virtual & in person, Stamford, CT 💊 Medication consultation & management 🤍 Link in bio to schedule your intake
It’s not easy to step away from the office on a Tuesday morning, but witnessing these landmark maternal health policies being signed into law was worth every minute. Connecticut has long struggled with maternal and infant health outcomes, especially for women of color. But this week, we took a powerful step forward. Yesterday @govnedlamont signed two new laws that will expand access to birth centers and doula care, strengthen the role of fathers in maternal health, and finally begin to close the devastating gaps in perinatal mental health care. This is about more than legislation, it’s a declaration that every mother in CT deserves safe, respectful, and equitable care 🫶🏾 Thank you to state leaders like @kaibelton_ for leading the charge, to advocacy group like @postpartumsupport_ct and @chamberofmothers for their tireless efforts, to our very own @jessica_vanderberg_therapy for her behind-the-scenes work as a @policycentermmh fellow, and to the countless others who helped bring these policies to life! As Representative Belton said best yesterday: “Policy is a tool for justice”. and it was a gift to witness this in action.
Burnout isn’t just a buzzword, it’s an early warning sign… Nearly half of all parents today are managing critical levels of stress, and it’s no wonder why: we’re working more, caregiving more, and somehow still expecte
Burnout isn’t just a buzzword, it’s an early warning sign… Nearly half of all parents today are managing critical levels of stress, and it’s no wonder why: we’re working more, caregiving more, and somehow still expected to find time for ourselves. The truth? Our nervous systems weren’t built for this pace. 🧠 Your mental health matters. Not just for you—but for your family, too. Whether you need therapy, parent or career coaching, medication support, or a space to move and breathe, we offer multiple ways to help you slow down, reconnect, and feel supported. ✨ Start small. Start here. You don’t have to do it alone. 📅 Tap the link in bio to schedule a call with our intake coordinator or join a class or group that speaks to you.
When you finally take it out of the group chat, DMs, Zoom squares, email threads and get to connect in person… Carolyn’s recap of @postpartumsupportinternational annual conference in New Orleans: I had the honor of traveling with the @postpartumsupport_ct crew, repping The Alliance Center, and soaking up all the brilliance from colleagues, mentors, and friends; many of whom juggle running businesses, volunteering with PSI, patient care, advancing research, shaping policy, building community, and caring for their families. Inspired by a new friend @birdsongbrooklyn , who I was introduced to by my long lost friend @naimahefia , my highlights include: 💭 @the_couch_therapy ‘s talk on Motherless Mothering which was raw, real, and made me rethink maternal identity in powerful ways. 📝 @buildyournest + @mariposa_midwifery reminded us how simple postpartum planning can be a game-changer for mental health outcomes. 🔥 @seedsofhopecc had us laughing and learning with her session on Bridging the Gap Between Infertility and Perinatal Care — her voice and perspective as a Black woman were so needed and refreshing. 🧠 I walked away with the most takeaways from @bethanywarrenlcsw on Perinatal OCD & PTSD and @nurtured.embodied.mama on Eating Disorders in the Perinatal Period; both were brilliant and essential. So many laughs, so many ah-ha moments, and even more connections were made. It was a beautiful reminder that support networks aren’t just for the clients we serve…they’re for us, too.
We know all moms are working moms, but this offering is especially for those juggling their careers alongside caregiving. Introducing our Working Moms Virtual Group, a space to connect, reflect, and feel supported by other women navigating the same
We know all moms are working moms, but this offering is especially for those juggling their careers alongside caregiving. Introducing our Working Moms Virtual Group, a space to connect, reflect, and feel supported by other women navigating the same beautiful, messy, full-to-the-brim season. (Yes, especially the one with the summer spreadsheet full of drop-offs, carpools, and backup plans 🙋‍♀️ 🗓 Wednesdays | 12–1pm ET 📍 On Zoom ✨ Each week includes a bit of guided content, group discussion, and shared wisdom. Tomorrow’s topic? You decide…we’ll vote live! Themes may include: → decision fatigue → work/motherhood balance → burnout & guilt → identity shifts → boundaries If carving out space for you this week sounds good, we’d love to have you. Register through the 🔗 in our bio!
✨ We are so excited to welcome Nikki to The Alliance Center team! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and new mom, Nikki brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. Her own journey to motherhood has deepened her empathy and Hey Mama, we’ve got your week covered! In addition to our ongoing 1:1 therapy and medication management services we’re proud to offer weekly group sessions designed to complement and support your mental health and overall well-being. Th ✨ Schedule Update ✨ Our Milk Alliance Feeding Support Group (in collaboration with @milkstreetlactationcenter ) will not meet this week — instead, join us on Thursday , August 28th and, September 4th at 9:30am. Feeding your baby is about so m 👋🏾 Carolyn here! We’re back from our mini summer break and are excited to share what’s ahead at The Alliance Center. First up: our next parenting workshop with @lorena_seidel … As a parent of two school-aged kids myself and a p August can feel like a strange in between—summer’s not quite over, but September is already knocking. For many of the moms in our community—pregnant, postpartum, or deep in the daily work of parenting—we’re hearing the ✨ The conversation around psychiatric medications in pregnancy is often filled with fear…not facts. This week, the FDA held a panel on SSRI use during pregnancy, but the discussion was notably one-sided—focusing only on potential risks
It’s not easy to step away from the office on a Tuesday morning, but witnessing these landmark maternal health policies being signed into law was worth every minute. Connecticut has long struggled with maternal and infant health outcomes, espe
Burnout isn’t just a buzzword, it’s an early warning sign… Nearly half of all parents today are managing critical levels of stress, and it’s no wonder why: we’re working more, caregiving more, and somehow still expecte
When you finally take it out of the group chat, DMs, Zoom squares, email threads and get to connect in person… Carolyn’s recap of @postpartumsupportinternational annual conference in New Orleans: I had the honor of traveling with the @
We know all moms are working moms, but this offering is especially for those juggling their careers alongside caregiving. Introducing our Working Moms Virtual Group, a space to connect, reflect, and feel supported by other women navigating the same

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