Shemika Whiteside, LCSW

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Navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the many challenges of womanhood can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Shemika Whiteside, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Perinatal Princess, PLLC in Louisville, KY, specializes in providing warm, empathetic therapy for women and their families. With a deep understanding of the perinatal experience and a commitment to affirming her clients’ worth, Shemika partners with individuals to support healing, growth, and emotional well-being.

License/Certifications

Shemika Whiteside is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisville, Kentucky. She brings a wealth of experience and specialized training in perinatal mental health, offering skilled and compassionate care to women and families during pivotal life transitions.

Personal Approach

Shemika’s approach to therapy is warm, laid-back, and deeply human. She creates a nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. She believes in walking alongside her clients, never asking them to do something she wouldn’t do herself. As a natural optimist, she focuses on strengths and positive change while acknowledging each individual’s unique story and challenges.

Treatment Philosophy

Healing begins with connection. Shemika believes that you are not broken—and if you’re struggling to believe that, she will hold that belief for you until you're ready to claim it for yourself. Her philosophy centers around collaboration, empowerment, and affirmation. Therapy with Shemika is not just about what happened to you, but also about discovering what’s possible for you moving forward.

Clientele Specialties

Shemika specializes in working with:

  • Pregnant and postpartum individuals

  • Women navigating complex life transitions

  • Individuals coping with substance use and addiction

  • Clients experiencing depression

Her practice is centered on providing care to adult women and families during transformative seasons of life.

Common Client Concerns

Clients often seek Shemika’s support for:

  • Pregnancy-related anxiety or depression

  • Postpartum depression or adjustment difficulties

  • Women's mental health issues

  • Substance use and recovery

  • Emotional overwhelm or burnout

  • Identity shifts during motherhood

Services

At Perinatal Princess, PLLC, Shemika offers:

  • Adult Psychotherapy (individual counseling)

  • Workshops focused on perinatal wellness, coping skills, and empowerment

  • Teletherapy for clients across Kentucky

Offered Free Consultation

New clients are welcome to schedule a free consultation to determine if Shemika’s approach is the right fit. This is a no-pressure opportunity to ask questions, learn more about the process, and explore what support might look like.

Online Scheduling

For your convenience, Shemika offers online scheduling. You can request an appointment or consultation at your own pace and comfort level.

📧 Email: SHEMIKA@PERINATALPRINCESS.COM

Location & Contact Fees

Shemika provides teletherapy sessions to clients throughout Kentucky.

Contact Information
📞 Phone: (502) 208-9294
📧 Email: SHEMIKA@PERINATALPRINCESS.COM
🌐 Website: Perinatal Princess, PLLC

Payment & Insurance Options

  • Cash, check, card

  • HSA/FSA cards accepted

  • Sliding scale fees available

  • In-Network with: Cigna, Aetna, All KY Medicaid, and all KY commercial plans

  • Out-of-Network billing also available

Session Availability

Shemika offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate busy lifestyles, especially for parents and caregivers. Contact her directly for current availability and to book a consultation or session.

Please call the provider directly with the number listed above to schedule with them or learn more about their services.

The mental health and wellness professionals that are members of b.mindful Louisville are skilled in what they do. Each specializing in their own area and caring for their clients in their own unique way. All the professionals listed on our website are all independent service providers.

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*The information and resources contained on this website are for informational purposes only and are not intended to assess, diagnose, or treat any medical and/or mental health disease or condition. The use of this website does not imply nor establish any type of therapist-client relationship. Furthermore, the information obtained from this site should not be considered a substitute for a thorough medical and/or mental health evaluation by an appropriately credentialed and licensed professional.