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The Creative Center for Motherhood was conceived out of the idea that while mothers need an incredible amount of support during and after the pregnancy and postnatal time periods, they also need it to continue once this time period is over. After Rachel completed her Mommy & Me classes with her toddler, she found herself without a place to go to continue exploring the joys and challenges of motherhood. She found it hard to meet other mothers with which to create meaningful relationships. She wanted to create a space for mothers to come together to share their experiences, creating support and community throughout the lifespan of their motherhood journey.

When she came up with the idea, she shared it with her friend and Music Therapist, Melissa Sommers. Little did Rachel know that Melissa had been focusing her work on Music Therapy Assisted Childbirth and an interest in supporting mothers who have experienced miscarriage, infertility and adoption.

Together, they worked to bring The Creative Center for Motherhood to life! We welcome you and embrace you into our village.

Rachel Brousseau is a mother to a silly, kind and brilliant daughter, a Registered Drama Therapist, Coach, Perinatal Mental Health Specialist, and Mommy & Me Educator committed to the wellness of mothers. With a background in theatre, Rachel uses creativity to support the well-being and personal growth of those she works with. She believes in the power of groups and the magic that can happen when people feel supported, acknowledged, and held.

Rachel’s mission to serve mothers started when she worked with children in community mental health, knowing that if she could help the mother, she could help the child. Her passion was fueled after her own struggle and recovery from Postpartum Depression and Anxiety.

Melissa Jommerbell is passionate about supporting mothers in their journey, wherever that may take them. Being a foster parent who has also dealt with years of infertility, fertility treatments and pregnancy loss, she brings a delicate perspective into her work. Her childhood experience also provided her a unique perspective into losing a child (her younger sister) and dealing with terminal illness of a young family member.

Melissa is a board-certified music therapist, and a fellow with Sound Birthing Music. She is trained in Music Therapy Assisted Childbirth, Birth Music Consultation, Prenatal Music Therapy, Postpartum Music Therapy, and Creative Arts Birthing.

Melissa’s mission to serve mothers started when she heard about Sound Birthing, and became passionate about integrating music within the parent/child relationship from the start. Melissa is also passionate about creating a supportive community for all the complex, layered and unique needs that being a mother can bring.