Day and evening appointments available, Monday-Friday. Other
appointments by request.
Call for more information on groups, workshops and seminar information
on improving wellness.
Fertility is not a biological condition, it is a lifelong
relationship with yourself.
Niravi Payne, LCSW
Pre-conception counseling services by:
Assisting individuals and couples struggling with fertility
challenges through positive reinforcing the mind-body connection.
Encouraging clients to experience a greater openness on all
levels to reduce stress.
Realizing that fertility is an ongoing growth process, not a
destination.
Helping couples voice their unexpressed emotions.
Relationships experiencing this process are enhanced, regardless
of ones biological condition.
Post-conception counseling services by:
Assisting individuals and couples in creating the most healthy
environment to welcome a child into their lives.
Encouraging clients to openly discuss parenting fears and concerns.
Supporting the emotional health of the client as biological
and psychological changes occur.
Promoting the emotional health of the couple throughout the
pregnancy.
Helping individuals develop positive coping skills and eliminate
their negative self talk.
Aiding individuals to heal when a pregnancy is not held to term.
Working to reduce guilt and blame, encourag ing higher levels
of insight.
Processes and Techniques Utilized:
Sanctuary and Inner Guide
Emotional Release Processes
Grief Work and Healing Visualizations
Client Drawings
Inner Child Dialogue
Journal Writings
Mind-Body Health Attitudinal and Lifestyle Profile
Dream Work
Deep Relaxation and Imagery
Relaxation Tapes
Diary of Unexpressed Emotions
Additional Services Offered:
Group and Individual Counseling Sessions Provided for a variety
of mental health concerns, including:
Relationship Challenges
Anxiety/Panic Reduction
Overcoming Depression
Anger Management
Stress Reduction
Effective Coping Responses to Addictions, including the internet
Parenting Adolescent Issues
Bereavement Issues
Personal Responsibility
Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual Concerns
Premarital Counseling
Suggested Reading: The Whole Person Fertilirv Program by N.B. Payne. (Three Rivers
Press. Three Rivers, MI. 1998).