Infertility and Pregnancy Loss Therapy in Boston and Brookline, MA
Supporting people through infertility and pregnancy loss, so the weight feels less crushing and the future more hopeful.
Infertility and pregnancy loss can leave you heartbroken in ways that are hard to explain.
You deserve support that makes the grief feel less lonely.
Whether you've been through a loss, a termination for medical reasons (TFMR), or a long road of fertility treatment, your grief is valid. With specialized perinatal loss training, I can help you make sense of your experience with compassion and respect.
Therapy for Pregnancy Loss, Infertility, and Termination in Boston and Brookline, MA
As an infertility & pregnancy loss therapist, I support people through the many kinds of reproductive loss:
Trying to Conceive (TTC)
Support for the ache of waiting month after month, especially when effort and planning have always paid off in other parts of your life.
Infertility and Fertility Treatment
Support through primary or secondary infertility, including IVF, IUI, donor gametes, surrogacy, and other paths to parenthood for hetero and LGBTQ+ couples and individuals.
Early Stage Loss
Space to grieve a loss that others may overlook, even if few people knew about the pregnancy.
Late Stage Loss
Mental health care for the unimaginable grief of losing a baby whose life and future you grew so attached to.
Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR)
Support after a devastating decision made out of love, often with little time to process it.
Stillbirth & Infant Loss
Gentle care as you grieve a stillborn baby and face a world that doesn’t know how to acknowledge your loss.
Voluntary Termination
Nonjudgmental support after an abortion, whatever your reasons and however you feel about the decision now.
Whatever your loss, we'll work together to honor it and find ways to weave the memory into your life that feel meaningful to you, with no pressure to “move on.”
What to Expect in Pregnancy Loss and Infertility Therapy
Many people hold expectations or cultural beliefs about pregnancy and parenthood that deepen shame or guilt after a loss. Together, we’ll examine where those beliefs originate, helping you gently return to the parts of life you may have stepped back from, like seeing friends during fertility treatment or going back to work after a loss.
My approach blends grief work and trauma-informed care with ACT, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy. That means we build practical ways to cope right now while also making sense of the history and patterns shaping how you're responding.
I bring warmth and, when it fits, a little levity, because even in the heaviest seasons you deserve room to feel like yourself.
In our sessions, you'll never be asked to share the details of your loss before you're ready.
Infertility and Pregnancy Loss Therapy in Boston and Brookline, MA
Session Details
Consultation:
We start with a 20-minute phone call to see whether we're a good fit.
First appointment:
Your initial session is $300 for 60 minutes.
Ongoing sessions:
Ongoing sessions are $275 for 50-55 minutes.
In person:
I see clients in a calm, window-filled office at 1577 Beacon Street, Suite D, in Brookline.
Telehealth:
Virtual sessions are available anywhere in Massachusetts and Virginia.
Payment:
I accept cash, check, and all major credit cards, including HSA cards.
Insurance:
I'm an out-of-network provider and will give you the paperwork to submit for reimbursement. If you’re unsure how this works, I’m here to help!
If you'd like to know what your plan may cover, I partner with Mentaya to check your out-of-network benefits before your first session.
When you're ready, reach out to schedule a consultation, and we'll talk through what support could look like for you.
Infertility and Pregnancy Loss Therapist in Boston and Brookline, MA
Meet Elizabeth Apkin, Psy.D.
Many medical and mental health providers aren't sure how to help people through reproductive loss, which can leave you feeling even more alone when you most need support.
I pursued specialized training in perinatal loss because the people going through it deserve a clinician who understands its unique challenges.
My role is to bear witness to your story and help you recognize the strength and resilience that can be hard to see in yourself right now. Together, we'll work toward regaining a sense of control and reconnecting with the parts of life that grief has pulled you away from.
My training and credentials include:
- Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from William James College
- Licensed Psychologist in Massachusetts and Virginia
- Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International
- Specialized training in perinatal loss and grief from Postpartum Support International
- Intensive training in infertility and treatment interventions for mental health professionals through the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
- Certificate in Rape Crisis Counseling from the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center
Here’s what my colleagues say:
“Liz meets every client with warmth, patience, and respect for their individual story.”
"[Undergoing fertility treatment] can bring up anxiety, depression, past trauma, and the quiet pressure of trying to do everything perfectly. She meets every client with warmth, patience, and respect for their individual story, creating a space where they feel safe to be honest about what they are going through. Liz pairs thorough clinical training and experience with genuine kindness. She is thoughtful, grounded, and insightful, with a gift for helping people make sense of overwhelming emotions while building practical tools to move forward."
— Anna Trueb, RN, Co-founder of Birth Savvy
Is Infertility and Pregnancy Loss Therapy Right for You?
You may be used to solving problems through planning and hard work, which makes it especially painful when fertility or pregnancy doesn't follow the path you mapped out. Maybe friends and family mean well but say the wrong thing, or you've stopped bringing it up at all.
This therapy may be a good fit if:
You feel isolated and as though no one around you understands what you’re going through
Guilt, shame, or self-blame keep surfacing, even when you know this is not your fault
Pregnancy announcements, baby showers, or due dates feel totally gutting
You've been avoiding people, places, or plans that remind you of the loss
Fertility treatment has taken over your calendar, your relationship, or your sense of control
You feel anxious about trying again or about a subsequent pregnancy after loss
You’re struggling with your sleep, mood, or motivation at work
You feel pressure to “move on” before you're ready
You're starting to lose hope that you'll ever get to become a parent
If you recognize yourself here, these feelings are valid, and you don't have to work through them on your own.
Pregnancy Loss and Infertility Psychologist in Boston and Brookline, MA
We could be a good match if you want a therapist who:
- Brings doctoral-level training and a certification in perinatal mental health.
- Understands that the grief of reproductive loss is unique and requires specialized support.
- Offers plenty of empathy and will also help you reclaim a sense of agency and direction.
- Welcomes people of all genders and every kind of family, including trans and non-binary folks.
Whenever you're ready, I'm here to walk through this with you.
Therapy for Pregnancy Loss and Infertility in Boston and Brookline, MA
FAQs
What is your approach to grief therapy after pregnancy loss or infertility?
Grief after reproductive loss doesn’t move in clear stages. Together, we'll clarify what's important to you, separate what's within your control from what isn't, and build more self-compassion and tolerance for uncertainty.
What makes you qualified to treat pregnancy loss and infertility?
I'm a licensed psychologist with a doctorate in clinical psychology, which means years of advanced clinical training beyond a master's-level degree. I also hold a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International, along with specialized training in perinatal loss. My infertility expertise includes intensive training through the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) on fertility treatment and interventions for mental health professionals. Beyond my training, I've spent years supporting clients through infertility and pregnancy loss.
Do you offer therapy after a miscarriage?
Yes. I support people after early- and late-stage pregnancy loss, which many people know as miscarriage. You'll notice I use "pregnancy loss" instead, since many in the perinatal field are moving away from "miscarriage" because it can imply the birthing person could have “carried” differently.
Can I come to therapy after an abortion even if I don't feel grief?
Yes. People have many different reactions after a voluntary termination, including relief, sadness, ambivalence, or a mix of competing emotions. Counseling after an abortion gives you a private, nonjudgmental place to understand whatever you're feeling.
Can therapy help if I'm pregnant again after a loss?
Yes. Pregnancy after loss often brings a complicated mix of hope and fear, and my perinatal training allows me to support you through that anxiety and into the postpartum period.
Where is your office?
My office is at 1577 Beacon Street, Suite D, in Brookline, just outside Boston. I also offer telehealth sessions anywhere in Massachusetts and Virginia.
How much does infertility and pregnancy loss therapy cost?
The first appointment is $300 for 60 minutes, and ongoing sessions are $275 for 50 to 55 minutes. I accept cash, check, and all major credit cards, including HSA cards.
Do you take insurance?
I'm an out-of-network provider for most major carriers, with one exception. I'm in-network with UnitedHealthcare Student Resources for Boston College and Tufts University students.
Many plans reimburse part of out-of-network care, and I'll give you the paperwork to submit. Paying privately also keeps your diagnosis and treatment details off your insurance record.
You can learn more on my Fees and Insurance page.
More Areas of Clinical Focus
Pregnancy and Postpartum →
Perinatal care for the anxiety, depression, and identity shifts that can come with pregnancy and a new baby.
Trauma and PTSD →
Trauma-informed therapy that helps you rebuild a sense of safety and control after overwhelming experiences.
OCD →
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to loosen the hold of intrusive thoughts and compulsions, including those that can develop during pregnancy and parenthood.
Anxiety and Depression →
Support for persistent worry, low mood, and perfectionism that make it hard to enjoy what you've worked for.
Life Transitions →
Help finding steadier footing through career changes, burnout, relationship shifts, and new roles.
