By Dr. Kylie Pottenger · About the Practice · 10 min read
Some moments change everything. A positive pregnancy test after years of trying. A loss no one prepared you for. The day intrusive thoughts started running your life. When you are living through one of those moments, you do not need a generalist who treats a little of everything. You need a specialized OCD therapist in Missouri, or a perinatal mental health expert who truly understands what you are carrying. That is exactly what A New Day Psychology was built to provide. Founded by Dr. Kylie Pottenger, the practice offers focused, expert care for women navigating OCD, trauma, grief, and the tender season of motherhood.
Specialized Care, Not General Therapy
Many therapists offer a broad range of services, which can be a fine fit for everyday concerns. But conditions like OCD, trauma, and perinatal mood disorders respond best to specialized, evidence-based treatment. The wrong approach can stall progress or even make symptoms worse. A New Day Psychology takes the opposite path. Every service is built around proven methods and deep expertise in a focused set of concerns, so the women who work with Dr. Pottenger across Missouri receive care designed specifically for what they are facing.
Specialization also means fewer false starts. When a therapist deeply understands a condition, she can recognize it quickly, explain what is happening in language that brings relief, and move toward effective treatment without months of trial and error. For women across Missouri who have already spent years feeling misunderstood, that focused expertise can be the difference between staying stuck and finally moving forward.
What Sets Dr. Pottenger Apart
Choosing a therapist is a deeply personal decision, and credentials genuinely matter. Here is what makes Dr. Pottenger's expertise distinct.
PMH-C Certification in Perinatal Mental Health
Dr. Pottenger holds the Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C), awarded through Postpartum Support International. This credential reflects advanced, specialized training in supporting parents through pregnancy, postpartum, loss, and the emotional complexities of new parenthood. It is a meaningful marker of expertise for any perinatal mental health psychologist providing telehealth care.
Advanced Training in ERP and EMDR
Beyond perinatal care, Dr. Pottenger is trained in two of the most effective therapies available. ERP therapy is the gold standard for OCD, and EMDR therapy is a leading evidence-based treatment for trauma and PTSD. This dual specialization means she can help with some of the most challenging and misunderstood conditions, all within one trusted relationship.
Lived Experience That Informs Her Care
Dr. Pottenger's expertise is not only clinical. She has personally walked through infertility, postpartum anxiety, and pregnancy loss. That lived experience shapes the compassion she brings to every session. She understands, from the inside, how isolating these experiences can feel and how much it matters to be met with genuine understanding rather than clinical distance. If you are facing similar challenges, our resources on the emotional toll of infertility and postpartum depression and anxiety reflect that same compassionate approach.
More Than 15 Years of Clinical Expertise
With over 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Pottenger brings seasoned judgment to her work. That depth allows her to recognize patterns, adapt her approach, and hold space for complexity that less experienced clinicians may overlook. It also means she has supported many women through the very experiences you may be facing now, and she knows that healing is rarely linear. She meets setbacks with patience rather than alarm, and she celebrates progress without rushing you toward it.
Who A New Day Psychology Is Built For
A New Day Psychology serves women navigating the intersections of motherhood, loss, OCD, trauma, and faith. These experiences rarely arrive neatly separated. A new mother may face intrusive thoughts that look like perinatal OCD. Grief after a pregnancy loss can tangle with trauma. Questions of faith and spiritual struggle often weave through it all. Dr. Pottenger's blended expertise is designed for exactly these overlapping realities, offering care that honors the whole person rather than a single diagnosis. Whether you are in Missouri or New Jersey, you will find a space built for the moments that change everything.
This integrated focus also means you do not have to retell your story from scratch each time a new layer surfaces. Within a single trusted relationship, you can address the trauma beneath your OCD, the grief tucked inside your anxiety, and the faith questions that quietly shape how you heal. That continuity is rare, and for many women it is the reason care finally starts to feel like it fits.
What PSYPACT Authorization Means for You
One of the most practical advantages of working with Dr. Pottenger is her PSYPACT authorization. PSYPACT, the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, allows qualified psychologists to provide telehealth across participating states. For you, this means you can access specialized care no matter which participating state you call home.
Care That Follows You Across State Lines
Licensed in Missouri and authorized through PSYPACT, Dr. Pottenger can see clients throughout Missouri, New Jersey, and dozens of other participating states. If you move, travel, or split your time between states, your care does not have to be interrupted. This continuity is especially valuable for the focused, longer-term work that OCD and trauma treatment often require.
Specialized Telehealth Therapy Across Missouri and New Jersey
All of Dr. Pottenger's care is delivered through secure, convenient telehealth. Clients connect from across Missouri, including Kansas City, Springfield, and St. Louis, as well as communities throughout New Jersey. There is no commute, no crowded waiting room, and no need to track down a rare local specialist. Wherever you are in Missouri or New Jersey, expert, specialized therapy is available from the comfort of your own home.
If you need support right now: Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (dial 988) for free, confidential help any time. For pregnancy or postpartum mental health support, contact Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
The Right Support Is Within Reach
You deserve a therapist who specializes in exactly what you are facing. If you are looking for a specialized OCD therapist in Missouri, a perinatal mental health expert, or compassionate trauma and grief care, Dr. Pottenger is ready to help you begin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A New Day Psychology specialize in?
A New Day Psychology focuses on OCD, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, perinatal mental health, and faith-related concerns, using evidence-based treatments that include ERP and EMDR.
What is a PMH-C certification?
PMH-C stands for Perinatal Mental Health Certification, awarded by Postpartum Support International. It reflects advanced, specialized training in supporting clients through pregnancy, postpartum, and related challenges.
Can I see Dr. Pottenger if I live outside Missouri?
Yes. Through PSYPACT authorization, Dr. Pottenger provides telehealth to clients in Missouri, New Jersey, and many other participating states.
Is telehealth therapy as effective as in person care?
Yes. Research consistently shows that telehealth therapy, including specialized treatments like ERP and EMDR, is as effective as in person care for most people.
How do I get started?
You can book a free consultation to talk through your needs and decide whether Dr. Pottenger is the right fit. There is no pressure and no obligation.