Rachel Diamond Ph.D.

About

Rachel Diamond, Ph.D., LMFT, PMH-C, is a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified in perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International. She maintains a private practice, Rachel Diamond, PLLC, in Chicago, where she primarily works with individuals and couples presenting with issues related to pregnancy and adjusting to new parenthood.

Dr. Diamond is also a researcher and published author. The focus of her scholarship is on relational and perinatal mental health. Her work has been published in journals such as Women and Birth, Family Process, Family Relations, and Contemporary Family Therapy. She has also been featured in The Conversation and other popular media outlets as a subject matter expert on issues related to psychological health during pregnancy and postpartum.

Recent Posts

The Decision to Have a Baby or Two

Are you struggling to decide whether to have a baby? Create thoughtful and intentional decision-making and discussion.

Postpartum Rage

What new parents need to know about this common and often-overlooked symptom of postpartum mental health.

What to Do When You Can’t Sleep When the Baby Sleeps

Exploring mental health during pregnancy and postpartum.

Invisible Loss: Developing a Name for Pregnancy Loss Parents

Why is there no term for pregnancy loss parents? Find out what a recent panel of experts developed.

The Importance of Positive Adult-Child Relationships

What research tells us about caring adult-child relationships and the prevention of mental health disorders, even with early exposure to childhood trauma.

Supporting Your Postpartum Partner

What to expect when you’re expecting together. Approaches to supporting the overall well-being of your postpartum partner.

5 Steps to Taking an Intentional Timeout

Does conflict in your relationship become explosive or end with someone shutting down? Follow these five steps for taking an intentional timeout.

Perinatal Mental Health: 2023 Year in Review

A look back on 2023's breakthrough research and the most important stories related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum health that you need to know.

Are the Benefits of Babytech Products Worth the Added Price?

How is the birth of a new babytech market impacting parental mental health? Understand the costs and benefits of smart infant products.

4 Tips for Success in Couples Teletherapy

Before starting teletherapy with your partner, read these 4 tips for creating virtual success in couples therapy.