GROUNDED MENTAL HEALTH · REPRODUCTIVE PSYCHIATRY
Whole-person mental health care,
rooted in reproductive expertise.
Pregnancy & postpartum · fertility & loss · hormonal mood changes · perimenopause
Anxiety · depression & mood · ADHD · trauma · & more
In-person & virtual in Hawai'i · Virtual in Michigan
Who I Work With
Whether you're navigating postpartum, a fertility journey, PMDD, perimenopause, or simply feeling like your mental health shifted somewhere along the way — this is a space for you.
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I work with women, birthing people, and gender-diverse individuals seeking a provider who understands the full picture. You don't have to have a reproductive health concern to be here. And parenthood doesn't have to be part of your story for your experience to matter.
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If you've ever felt dismissed, overlooked, or like something was off but couldn't quite name it — you're in the right place.
My Approach
Good mental health care doesn't happen in isolation from the body, especially during reproductive transitions.
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I'm trained in treating the full range of psychiatric conditions: anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, OCD, and more. I also hold specialized post-graduate training in perinatal mental health through the National Curriculum of Reproductive Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Postpartum Support International.
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I bring a deep understanding of how hormones and reproductive transitions shape the way you feel, think, and function — and I use that knowledge to treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.
Treatment may include medication, psychotherapy, labwork, and evidence-based supplementation, always guided by what makes sense for you.
My background spans inpatient and outpatient settings, and includes the privilege of supporting foster and adoptive families through some of their most tender moments. That experience shapes how I show up for every client — with curiosity, without judgment, and with a treatment plan that actually fits your life.
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Sessions are available virtually or in-person in Hawaiʻi, and via telehealth in Michigan.
About Me
I’m a mom of three young kids, living in the thick of the same life seasons many of my clients are navigating. I know what it’s like to feel stretched thin, overwhelmed, and still trying to show up with intention.
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Outside of work, you’ll usually find me chasing someone small, reheating the same cup of coffee, and doing my best to stay grounded in the chaos.
This work matters to me because I live it too — and it’s a privilege to support others as they find steadier ground in themselves.
Ashley McGovern, PMHNP-BC
What to Expect
Submit a Screener
Click "See if we're a good fit" to complete a short screener. I personally review each submission within one week. Once reviewed, my assistant will reach out with next steps - whether that's scheduling an appointment or offering referrals.
Intake Paperwork
You'll receive paperwork through my secure patient portal, PracticeQ. It's designed to help you reflect on your history and current concerns, and gives me the context I need to show up prepared for our first session.
Initial Evaluation
Our first session is a conversation. I'll ask thoughtful questions to understand your full story, and by the end we'll have a personalized treatment plan, which may include medication, psychotherapy, labwork, or supplementation depending on what's right for you.
Ongoing Support
Follow-up appointments are where we fine-tune your care. We'll track what's working, adjust what isn't, and make sure your treatment evolves with you.
"We don't have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to."
— Brené Brown