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This is the place where people know and understand what you are going through. Better yet, they are dedicated to helping you through what may be the most difficult time in your life. Together, we'll help you get through this time. We are a one-of-a-kind destination for perinatal mental health and wellness serving Florida and the Southeast.

Better Beginnings Mother/Baby Partial Hospitalization Program is a short-term, intensive outpatient day program for parents experiencing significant symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorders and other perinatal mental health complications during pregnancy and/or after delivery; including post-adoption.
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We are a one-of-a-kind destination for perinatal mental health and wellness serving Florida and the Southeast. We aim to partner with and serve our clients in a comfortable environment where you are able to explore challenging issues and understand your feelings and behaviors. We strive to help you gain insight, learn practical skills for coping and communicating and take steps towards achieving your goals.
Our specialization focuses on perinatal mental health for women, men and families. We bring all the resources needed for complete intensive outpatient/partial hospitalization including onsite psychiatric services. While we specialize in perinatal mental health, we also serve general adult mental health.
The Better Beginnings Mother & Baby Perinatal PHP program, is an outpatient daily program that includes individual and group therapy, psychiatric services and onsite nursery. Are you a parent experiencing significant symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, Bipolar Disorders, Postpartum PTSD, eating disorders and related illnesses during pregnancy and/or after delivery; including post-adoption?
We support Postpartum Support International who offers a growing library of resources for those on the journey to perinatal mental wellness including online support groups. Postpartum Support International (PSI) was founded in 1987 by Jane Honikman in Santa Barbara, California.

The purpose of the organization is to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum.Approximately 15% of all women will experience postpartum depression following the birth of a child. Up to 10% will experience depression or anxiety during pregnancy.
Reviews (8)
Olivia Kemp
Olivia Kemp
Nov 24, 2021
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I want to say thank you to everyone on staff. Better Beginnings was life saving for me. My husband and I made the drive from Georgia because of my severe PPD and OCD. Each counselor is gifted so uniquely. I had a breakthrough moment with the counselor Stevie doing yoga. I felt like I could get through this and come out on the other side. And I’m happy to say I have now. I learned skills I still use at home to take care of myself and baby as well. With the help of Angel, I also received the Zulresso treatment and that truly turned things around for me. I am now laughing and connecting with my
Destini Perry
Destini Perry
Nov 14, 2021
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I would highly recommend Better Beginnings to anyone especially my therapist Tiffany. I was in therapy for a year and a half. I gained so many tools I needed to help me through some of my darkest moments (past & present). I’m thriving at my fullest potential because of this place & its staff providing EXCELLENT service.
Leigh Byers
Leigh Byers
Oct 03, 2021
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I don't know what I would do without these people. After a VERY stressful first part of my pregnancy, I was convinced I would never find doctors that truly understood the unique and delicate combination of tackling mental health issues during pregnancy. I am very thankful to have found Better Beginnings, who have made me feel comfortable and supported since my first appointment. I highly recommend them! (Yvette is the BEST!)
Lisa Brooks
Lisa Brooks
Sep 03, 2021
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Belinda is amazing! I have never clicked so easily with a medical professional, and I’m so grateful to have found her. The office staff is friendly and thorough as well. Highly recommend
Renee Kinney
Renee Kinney
Feb 17, 2021
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Kalen has been the best therapist I have been to talk to. Not only is she understanding but she is also able to really connect with her patients and help coach us through difficult times. I would consider her a friend and a mentor. Cant wait to talk to her next week!
Ivette Alma Serrano-Mollan
Ivette Alma Serrano-Mollan
Feb 04, 2021
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Do not go to this place. Angela was cold and angry that I wasn't taking ALL the prescribed medicine while being 7 months prego. I told her about something I was upset about that happened the night before with my husband, asked him to out Kenny to sleep and my husband was angry about it and took my kid to go on a DRIVE to sleep (which was normal, the only unusual thing was that I was upset my husband was upset about being asked to do so, and I didn't want him driving angry at night because it's not safe). She called Child protective services and told them something completely different. She was
Valerie Gunnels
Valerie Gunnels
Sep 12, 2020
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Better Beginnings was my first foray into receiving help for anxiety and depression/ADHD. Or at least this Is what the psychiatrist diagnosed me with. They only care about the money, I had 2 appts with Angela Davenport who I tried to feel comfortable with but unfortunately she is extremely cold. I went in trusting these people to help me. Instead they overcharged me without discussing the charges, couldn’t explain the extra charges, and their owner /CEO Lauren called and cleared nothing up. Just ran me around in circles. I said I’d like to cut ties with this clinic, they prescribed me lexapro
Beth Roland
Beth Roland
Jul 12, 2020
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I have felt so fortunate to meet Jessica at a virtual Mommy’s group, which led me to utilizing several great resources at Better Beginnings. I have been so happy with the care I’ve received, and the owner, Lauren, has taken the time to email and talk to me on the phone about all of the different options. I’ve felt no pressure, and my therapist Renee is amazing! Thank you Better beginnings. There is a lot of stigma related to seeking help for postpartum mental health, but places like this, tailored to support new Mommas, has made a huge positive impact on me and has confirmed that it’s been