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Pregnancy and postpartum mental health care.

The Women’s Reproductive Behavioral Health Division at MUSC Health serves a wide range of pregnant and postpartum women, including those with pre-existing and new mental health and substance use disorders.

The program offers preventative therapy for women at high risk for postpartum depression, counseling on the risks and benefits of medications during pregnancy or during lactation, and an array of treatment options for mental health and substance use disorders including alternative and lifestyle interventions, psychotherapy, and medication, if appropriate. Some of our treatments include Zulresso (Brexanolone) - the first FDA-approved treatment for Postpartum Depression and Subutex (Buprenorphine) for the treatment of opioid use disorder.

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MUSC Children's Health Advanced Fetal Care at Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital

Address
10 McClennan Banks Dr
Floor 1
Charleston, SC 29425
Hours
Specialties
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Valuable resource through challenging times.


"Women’s Behavioral Health has been a fantastic resource for me throughout my two pregnancies. It has only been made more accessible by the option for a virtual platform. There have been many appointments I would not otherwise have been able to attend due to work conflicts or issues with childcare. I can’t imagine going through my pregnancy and postpartum periods without this program, especially Dr. Boyars who is amazing and has helped me through these challenging times. I believe it is one of the most valuable resources that women’s health has to offer." -MUSC Women’s Behavioral Health Patient

Genuine caring.


"I was one of the first people to try telehealth at my doctor’s office. Dr. Boyars has been a godsend and one of the best doctors I have ever worked with. I thank God for her daily. She cares about her patients and what is going on with not only their body but how their mindset is. She never once complains about anything you have to say or ask. I will continue to tell people just how great she is and how great this program has been to me. Thank you Dr. Boyars and your team for all you have done for me; you guys saved my life no doubt!" -MUSC Women’s Behavioral Health Patient

 

Understanding your options.


“The program that was provided to me by Dr. Guille & the Women’s Center was life-changing. It showed me that there was another option to manage my pain issues with less risk to my unborn child. After having a miscarriage prior to this last pregnancy, I was hesitant about continuing with my pain-management. The Women’s Center & their caring staff gave me that option/solution that I was desperately seeking, and monitored my progress and success the whole way through. I’ll forever be grateful for their help. This program can help many others as well, all you have to do is be willing to be honest about your situation, and be willing to accept the help offered. This program saved my life and allowed me to deliver a healthy, happy baby girl. It can do the same for you.” -MUSC Women’s Behavioral Health Patient

Support through anxieties.


“I wanted to let you know how helpful she [Dr. Smith- WRBH perinatal psychiatrist] was to me during my pregnancy. She helped me deal with angst I was experiencing and identify when I was letting my anxieties were getting the best of me. This realization allowed me to enjoy the later part of my pregnancy and my post-partum period in a way I wasn’t able to with my older 2 kids. Despite having a newborn during a pandemic I have been more relaxed over the past 5 months than I have in years. Without her help I’m not sure I would have ever gotten to this point. So, I thank her, and you for providing such a wonderful service to me and other pregnant women throughout South Carolina.” -MUSC Women’s Behavioral Health Patient

 

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