Seamless referrals for maternal mental health

1 step referral process
Patients seen within days of signing up
Regular updates on patient progress
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Effective care designed to treat perinatal mood and anxiety disorders

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Specialized therapists

Our licensed therapists are experienced in maternal mental health and are here to support your patients through this transition and the next

Peer support system

Our care model includes group and individual therapy options designed to support patients throughout every stage of their parenting journey

Medication evaluation

Patients have access to our team of Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners for comprehensive evaluation and follow up

The pandemic exacerbated the maternal mental health crisis

36%

of women are estimated to have prenatal or postpartum depression, up 2.4X relative to pre-pandemic

72%

of women are estimated to have prenatal or postpartum anxiety, up 2.5X relative to pre-pandemic

50%

of women with postpartum depression do not get treatment, leading to multigenerational consequences for families

Source: Brigham and Women's, 2020. Front. Glob. Women’s Health, 2020

Who we treat

People who are experiencing Anxiety, Depression, or Trauma throughout…
Fertility challenges
Pregnancy
Pregnancy loss and miscarriage
Abortion
Postpartum
Early parenthood

Refer your patients in one step

Hand your patient a referral postcard during their visit
Your patient then...
Schedules a free consult with a care coordinator via the QR code on the referral card
PPD Help
Gets an individual evaluation and care plan from their licensed therapist
Postpartum Counselor
Gets weekly therapy, with options for both individual and group support as well as medical evaluations
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Your patient will be contacted by a care coordinator instantly

INSTANT

patient outreach via free consult booking link

3 DAYS

time to personalized therapist match

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7 DAYS

average time to first appointment scheduled

Trusted by 1,000+ leading physicians

"I was so excited when I heard about Seven Starling. I see an incredible need for high quality mental health care for my postpartum patients. The pandemic has created a degree of social isolation that is challenging for postpartum moms so I am particularly excited by the blend of individual and group therapy!" - Dr. Lauren Messinger (Washington D.C)

Meet our clinical team

Dr. Amy Roskin

Board-Certified OB/GYN, Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Amy Roskin, Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Amy Roskin

Board-Certified OB/GYN, Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Amy Roskin is a board-certified OB/GYN who prioritizes healthcare access and patient safety. She was always interested in being a doctor, and is proud to follow in the footsteps of her mother and grandmother, both physicians. In addition to her clinical work as a doctor, she is also an attorney. She enjoys teaching and mentoring and has been a faculty member at medical and law schools.

Happy place

Enjoying South Florida

Daily Fuel

Swimming, chai tea

Dr. Nazaneen Homaifar

Board-Certified OB/GYN, Medical Director

Dr. Nazaneen Homaifar

Board-Certified OB/GYN, Medical Director

Nazaneen cannot remember a time when she didn't dream of being a doctor. It took some time away from medicine, while in business school, for her to realize that obstetrics and gynecology was her calling. She feels the most impact when she is working to empower women to feel greater ownership over their healthcare decisions. When not using every diplomatic tactic to negotiate with her toddler girls, she enjoys painting and was most proud of a family effort entitled “Lady Quarantina” inspired by lockdown.

Happy place

Basking in the sun, Aperol Spritz on hand.

Daily Fuel

Coffee! And make it a light roast, please.

Dr. Crystal Clark

Board Certified Psychiatrist, Maternal Mental Health Advisor

Dr. Crystal Clark

Board Certified Psychiatrist, Maternal Mental Health Advisor

Dr. Clark has always believed in the healing power of listening and the impact of mental wellness on a person's overall wellbeing. This interest and focus on women empowerment fueled her journey to becoming an international expert in reproductive psychiatry/women's and maternal mental health. She is a researcher, educator, clinician, and thought leader who is committed to advancing mental health care for all birthing people and their families.

Happy place

Traveling with my husband to a foreign country, exploring a new culture, and experiencing new adventures; when I can't travel, a spa day works!

Daily Fuel

Morning exercise, often a good cycling class

Dr. Tamara Gayle Blackwood

Board-Certified Pediatrician, Advisor

Dr. Tamara Gayle Blackwood

Board-Certified Pediatrician, Advisor

Tamara is a pediatrician who has felt a calling to work with kids since she was a child herself. A Floridian who grew up in Jacksonville and trained in Miami, she now is a full-fledged DC resident and loves it. Her passion is provided quality care and empowering Black and Brown families to be able to advocate for themselves and their children. She is a  growing public health expert and loves teaching students,  collegeues,  families, and anyone who will listen. Tamara loves travel adventures with her husband around the world, and they are looking forward to their next adventure adding a baby to their family at the end of 2021.

Happy place

On the beach with the ocean breeze in her face, sipping something cool and delicious.

Daily Fuel

All the fruits, best way to start the day!

Dr. Susan Benjamin Feingold

Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Maternal Mental Health Advisor

Dr. Susan Benjamin Feingold

Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Maternal Mental Health Advisor

Dr. Susan Feingold envisioned becoming a psychologist at an early age and pursued a PsyD in clinical psychology with dreams of healing and helping many. With her second child, Susan experienced postpartum depression and anxiety (PMAD) which changed her life mission and career path, and she became a specialist in the treatment of perinatal mental health almost 3 decades ago. Susan, along with her life partner, shepherded the first ever postpartum criminal law through the Illinois legislature to become the first postpartum psychosis/depression law in the nation in 2018. Along with her clinical work, she is dedicated to advancing postpartum legislation throughout the U.S. and is nationally and internationally known as an expert, speaker, and author on PMAD and perinatal advocacy to change outdated laws .

Happy place

Traveling to exotic locations with fine dining, art, swing dancing, meeting people of other cultures and diverse life experiences and having coffee and conversations.

Daily Fuel

Listening to jazz, chocolate anything, and delicious coffee with a good book… often a mystery.

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FAQ

Which patients is Seven Starling a good fit for?

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Seven Starling is a good fit for people experiencing anxiety, depression or trauma during fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, abortion, pregnancy, postpartum, or early parenthood. They must be 18 years or older, not have a previous history of Schizophrenia, Psychosis or Bipolar disorder, not require emergency care, and currently reside in one of the states we support.

Does Seven Starling accept insurance?

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Yes. We accept most commercial insurance plans including Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, and CareFirst. We do not accept Medicaid at this time. Patients can sign up for a free consult to receive a benefits check as coverage varies by state and plan. Our Care Coordinators are on hand to help your patient with Superbills and out-of-network claims. Seven Starling is also HSA/FSA eligible.

Does Seven Starling accept Medicaid?

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At this time, we do not accept Medicaid. We do, however, accept most commercial insurance plans. Patients can schedule a free consult to get a benefits check.

Does Seven Starling offer medication management?

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Yes! Many women suffering from maternal mental health challenges can benefit from a combination of therapy and medication. Offering this service at Seven Starling is part of our holistic approach to care and we’re thrilled to make accessing it even easier. Note: At this time we’re not able to offer medications to pregnant patients. Pregnant patients who think they might benefit from medication should consult their OB care provider. 

Does Seven Starling offer financial assistance?

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Yes. On a case by case basis we are able to offer financial aid to patients who qualify. The maximum aid is up to 50% off the stated price of therapy.

What credentials do Seven Starling therapists have?

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Seven Starling therapists are licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT), licensed clinical social workers (LCSW) or licensed professional therapists (LPC). Our therapists have been qualified and certified by their state of licensure after completion of the necessary education, exams, and training.

What is group therapy and is it a fit for my patient?

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Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy in which a small group of participants meet to discuss their experiences with a licensed therapist. Groups are a safe space to harness support networks of other women on the same journey. In each session, the group therapist will share educational and self care tools and patients will have the option to discuss their experience or just listen.

Does Seven Starling provide assessment or paperwork for FMLA, Social Security Disability, or other similar programs?

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Seven Starling does not provide assessments or participate in the completion of paperwork/forms for the following (not a complete list): Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Leave Of Absence, Social Security Disability, Emotional Support Animal, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Custodial/Forensic Evaluation, Fitness for Duty/Return to Work, Housing Evaluations. Questions related to this documentation can be addressed to a primary care provider or alternate behavioral health provider.