About
Hi! I'm Dantrel Perryman and I am an advocate of all things related to mental health wellness. Through personal and professional experience, I have become especially passionate in supporting the mental health of those navigating the journey into parenthood. Whether entering parenthood through pregnancy, surrogacy, adoption, and/or blended family, I believe that all new parents deserve emotional & practical support that allows them to first honor themselves, which in result, will also enhance the relationships within their families and other systems.
I initially started my business providing in-home therapy services to primarily military families in Texas, but wooooww, does life change and happen fast!
Fast forward a few years later, and I am a mom now to 2 kids, who live with me and husband in Thailand! (previously living in Japan for 3 years).
Just a Black Millennial adventurously navigating this overseas/expat life...truly figuring out as I go...
But what I have found alignment and purpose in, is helping pregnant and postpartum mamas all across the world feel more prepared, supported, and empowered in their own perinatal journey. This isn't just a business to me, its personal...
I first became a 'mom' to my son through marriage almost 10 years ago, and more recently, experienced my first birth/postpartum experience during the height of the pandemic in 2020, giving birth to my babygirl. Both experiences were VERY unique, complex, and life changing in their own right, but have truly evolved my way of thinking and living in this world.
I have learned (more) through these experiences how much Mothers are still not truly supported, honored, nor really respected for who they are, and the endless work that they do. And I don't mean just being honored for bringing life into this world (even though that alone is special), but I mean the way in which a Mother's (in ALL forms of the word) dedication to their families, literally propels the lives of EVERYONE in ways unimaginable. And that's just one PART of her life (we know she wears many hats).
Unfortunately, because of patriarchy, racial/gender discrimination, and other forms of oppression and lack of support, many are left with complex trauma, sadness, loneliness, relentless stress, confusion, and resentment, in a period of their lives that deserves so much more.
I've been there.
I'm still working through....
And even though there is SO much that NEEDS to change from a larger systemic standpoint, I do believe there is still impactful change and connection that can happen at a more intimate level at the same time.
And that is where I come in as a 'perinatal coach'. I connect with you and your experiences through empathy and compassion, help you to find 'another perspective' to your situation that leads to hope, and then empower you (sometimes with a little tough love) to make the changes necessary that provide the motherhood experience you desire and deserve. This isn't about developing your parenting style, or making into a perfect mom or wife.
This is about YOU and prioritizing YOU needs. It's time for YOU to become the focal point to YOUR own life.
So while I do utilize my formal education and clinical training in Marriage and Family Therapy, my certification in Perinatal Mental Health (through PSI), and my current learning in Childbirth Education and Motherhood Studies, the most valuable teacher to ME is my lived experience and the real life experiences of Mothers I interact with.
You are more than just a case study. You are a real person with real life shit. I honor that. And my content on social media also reflects that. No gimmicks, no 'click-bait' silly debates, no egotistical babble...just regular, real-life perspective with educational references.
I'm sure you've seen your fair share of pregnancy books, postpartum blogs, and motherhood social media pages to know that there is no single "right" way to go through this journey . My job is never to tell you what's "right or wrong". I also do not believe in giving "parenting hacks" or tricks. The only TRUTH is that mothers deserve and need support. And I am here to be apart of that.
If any of this resonates with you, I encourage you to book your FREE 2O-Minute Initial Consultation with me to discuss more about your goals, my services, and setting up your first coaching session! ( *For USA time-zones: Evening/Night appointments available)
Also, check on my Services page by clicking HERE, for more information on my coaching sessions and how they can be beneficial to you!