Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Balmain, NSW
I specialise in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a therapeutic approach which involves collaborative work between the client and therapist. I create a safe, inclusive and neuro-affirming space where we can explore persistent issues or patterns of behaviour, including:
Relationship difficulties
Anger, anxiety and depression
Childhood trauma and abuse
Attachment issues and parenting
Identity and self-concept
Chronic illness
Misophonia (‘sound rage’)
I specialise in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a therapeutic approach which involves collaborative work between the client and therapist. I create a safe, inclusive and neuro-affirming space where we can explore persistent issues or patterns of behaviour, including:
Relationship difficulties
Anger, anxiety and depression
Childhood trauma and abuse
Attachment issues and parenting
Identity and self-concept
Chronic illness
Misophonia (‘sound rage’)
Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or emotionally disconnected, often appearing capable and in control on the outside. They may be dealing with relationship issues, family estrangement, anxiety, or questions of identity and purpose. Counselling offers a space to reflect, process difficult emotions, and reconnect with what matters. The goal isn’t just symptom relief, building self-awareness, healthier relationships, and a more meaningful life.
Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or emotionally disconnected, often appearing capable and in control on the outside. They may be dealing with relationship issues, family estrangement, anxiety, or questions of identity and purpose. Counselling offers a space to reflect, process difficult emotions, and reconnect with what matters. The goal isn’t just symptom relief, building self-awareness, healthier relationships, and a more meaningful life.
Are you feeling stuck inside despite all the effort and many attempts to get it right? Do you look ok on the outside but get the sense you’re crumbling internally or are you at war with yourself? Are you facing dilemmas or change that leaves you feeling overwhelmed? Are the difficulties of your past disturbing your dreams and giving you cause to lash out, cycle though addictions or want to disappear completely?
Are you feeling stuck inside despite all the effort and many attempts to get it right? Do you look ok on the outside but get the sense you’re crumbling internally or are you at war with yourself? Are you facing dilemmas or change that leaves you feeling overwhelmed? Are the difficulties of your past disturbing your dreams and giving you cause to lash out, cycle though addictions or want to disappear completely?
As an ACA Accredited Integrative Therapist & Gottman Trained Clinician, I specialise in working with couples & adults navigating significant life transitions. New client enquiries are welcome, and I currently have openings available.
Many of my clients have built successful careers, families and reputations, yet find themselves experiencing a sense of dissatisfaction. Life inflection points such as adult children leaving home, menopause, leadership pressures, career burnout, retirement, grief, or infidelity can prompt deeper questions about identity, purpose & partnership leading to disconnection and a feeling of emptiness.
As an ACA Accredited Integrative Therapist & Gottman Trained Clinician, I specialise in working with couples & adults navigating significant life transitions. New client enquiries are welcome, and I currently have openings available.
Many of my clients have built successful careers, families and reputations, yet find themselves experiencing a sense of dissatisfaction. Life inflection points such as adult children leaving home, menopause, leadership pressures, career burnout, retirement, grief, or infidelity can prompt deeper questions about identity, purpose & partnership leading to disconnection and a feeling of emptiness.
We specialise in Couple Relationship, Perinatal Anxiety, Parenting and Child issues, and Men’s issues.
Fully Human Fully Alive Psychology and Counselling Relationship Centre is a team of highly trained professionals providing the ultimate in wellbeing treatment for Relationships: couple, parent and baby, child and parent, men isolated from feelings. We have a strong reputation for providing a warm and personalised service using research based approaches.
We specialise in Couple Relationship, Perinatal Anxiety, Parenting and Child issues, and Men’s issues.
Fully Human Fully Alive Psychology and Counselling Relationship Centre is a team of highly trained professionals providing the ultimate in wellbeing treatment for Relationships: couple, parent and baby, child and parent, men isolated from feelings. We have a strong reputation for providing a warm and personalised service using research based approaches.
I welcome a diverse spectrum of individuals to my practice. My areas of focus include gender, sexuality, anxiety/depression and atypical family and relationship structures. I am a sex positive, body positive, gender-affirming, neurodiversity-affirming, LGBTQIA+ affirming counsellor for 16+ folk looking for warm, non-judgemental support.
I welcome a diverse spectrum of individuals to my practice. My areas of focus include gender, sexuality, anxiety/depression and atypical family and relationship structures. I am a sex positive, body positive, gender-affirming, neurodiversity-affirming, LGBTQIA+ affirming counsellor for 16+ folk looking for warm, non-judgemental support.
My focus is on anxiety, EMDR for healing trauma , building social confidence, mood stability and eating disorders. It is a privilege to watch my clients grow their confidence and re-engage with the things that matter to them.
My focus is on anxiety, EMDR for healing trauma , building social confidence, mood stability and eating disorders. It is a privilege to watch my clients grow their confidence and re-engage with the things that matter to them.
Welcome, I’m Sonia, a warm, compassionate and open-minded counsellor. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative and strength-based, listening and tailoring my approach around your needs. My aim is to help you manage life's challenges with self-compassion and self-kindness. I work with both adults and adolescents, specialising in prolonged trauma, PTSD and C-PTSD, domestic and family violence, anxiety, depression, challenges with emotional regulation, difficult life transitions and family dynamics. Supporting clients with communication and interpersonal relationships is a special interest of mine.
Welcome, I’m Sonia, a warm, compassionate and open-minded counsellor. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative and strength-based, listening and tailoring my approach around your needs. My aim is to help you manage life's challenges with self-compassion and self-kindness. I work with both adults and adolescents, specialising in prolonged trauma, PTSD and C-PTSD, domestic and family violence, anxiety, depression, challenges with emotional regulation, difficult life transitions and family dynamics. Supporting clients with communication and interpersonal relationships is a special interest of mine.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, disordered eating or difficult relationships? Do unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns keep you from living the happy, fulfilling life that you want? You're not alone - and change is possible.
Hi! I’m Morag - a warm and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with 21 years of experience guiding people just like you to break free from the past, quieten their inner critic and feel empowered in their lives. In our work together you'll find a safe, supportive space where emotional healing and practical strategies will be tailored for your unique journey.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, disordered eating or difficult relationships? Do unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns keep you from living the happy, fulfilling life that you want? You're not alone - and change is possible.
Hi! I’m Morag - a warm and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with 21 years of experience guiding people just like you to break free from the past, quieten their inner critic and feel empowered in their lives. In our work together you'll find a safe, supportive space where emotional healing and practical strategies will be tailored for your unique journey.
If you are haunted by traumatic past or challenged by present life circumstances, I invite you to take an active step towards clarity, self-understanding and change. Whether it is about making sense of childhood experiences or improving current relationships with self and others, psychoanalytic and existential approach with a close focus on childhood experiences provides a solid way forward. With more than ten years of experience in psychoanalytic practice, I offer individual therapy, training and supervision in the area of complex or single incident trauma.
If you are haunted by traumatic past or challenged by present life circumstances, I invite you to take an active step towards clarity, self-understanding and change. Whether it is about making sense of childhood experiences or improving current relationships with self and others, psychoanalytic and existential approach with a close focus on childhood experiences provides a solid way forward. With more than ten years of experience in psychoanalytic practice, I offer individual therapy, training and supervision in the area of complex or single incident trauma.
You are infinitely more than your mind, so welcome to healing beyond words. As a Somatic Psychotherapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I apply a body-oriented approach to growth and change. We meet your intuitive knowing and deep curiosity by actively tapping into the connection between mind and body to ease suffering, renegotiate trauma and build resilience. Through safe therapeutic relationship, loving presence, and gentle guidance, together we re-pattern unhelpful imprints through experiences in the present. When we invite all of ourselves to show up and heal in a safe space, our strength and capacity for joy expand.
You are infinitely more than your mind, so welcome to healing beyond words. As a Somatic Psychotherapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I apply a body-oriented approach to growth and change. We meet your intuitive knowing and deep curiosity by actively tapping into the connection between mind and body to ease suffering, renegotiate trauma and build resilience. Through safe therapeutic relationship, loving presence, and gentle guidance, together we re-pattern unhelpful imprints through experiences in the present. When we invite all of ourselves to show up and heal in a safe space, our strength and capacity for joy expand.
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
Everyone needs support at times. I provide outcomes-focused counselling for individuals and couples wanting change in their lives or relationships. My areas of focus include: mental health support, trauma and PTSD, infertility and family planning, self-esteem, and managing life and work stress. I offer talk therapy (emotion-focused therapy, CBT, etc) as well as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapy.
Everyone needs support at times. I provide outcomes-focused counselling for individuals and couples wanting change in their lives or relationships. My areas of focus include: mental health support, trauma and PTSD, infertility and family planning, self-esteem, and managing life and work stress. I offer talk therapy (emotion-focused therapy, CBT, etc) as well as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapy.
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Emma is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with her clients to understand their current experiences and why they are seeking help. Emma is always keen to be guided by you as to how much we need to focus on the present and how much on the path that led you here.
Emma is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with her clients to understand their current experiences and why they are seeking help. Emma is always keen to be guided by you as to how much we need to focus on the present and how much on the path that led you here.
Carawan
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Wentworth Point, NSW 2127
I draw on evidence-based methods and a holistic lens, with a focus on perinatal mental health, trauma, parenting, and the brain-gut-nutrition connection.
As a clinical psychologist, I support people during times when things feel heavy, uncertain, or overwhelming. This is your time, to be heard, to grow, and to heal in a way that’s true to you. You might be feeling anxious, adjusting to parenthood, grieving a loss, or navigating past trauma. Maybe you're simply looking for space to breathe and be heard. My clients often seek clarity, relief, and a deeper sense of connection, to themselves, to others, and to their own healing. They’re ready to be gently supported on a path toward change, even if they don’t know where to start.
I draw on evidence-based methods and a holistic lens, with a focus on perinatal mental health, trauma, parenting, and the brain-gut-nutrition connection.
As a clinical psychologist, I support people during times when things feel heavy, uncertain, or overwhelming. This is your time, to be heard, to grow, and to heal in a way that’s true to you. You might be feeling anxious, adjusting to parenthood, grieving a loss, or navigating past trauma. Maybe you're simply looking for space to breathe and be heard. My clients often seek clarity, relief, and a deeper sense of connection, to themselves, to others, and to their own healing. They’re ready to be gently supported on a path toward change, even if they don’t know where to start.
I bring maturity and life experience to my therapeutic work, and see clients from a diverse range of backgrounds and ages. I see clients for anxiety, depression, anger, emotion regulation issues, relationship and family issues, social issues, etc.
I bring maturity and life experience to my therapeutic work, and see clients from a diverse range of backgrounds and ages. I see clients for anxiety, depression, anger, emotion regulation issues, relationship and family issues, social issues, etc.
As a holistic, relational, gestalt therapist, my approach is grounded in the present moment, non-pathologising, inclusive and trauma-informed. Through the lens of anti-oppressive practice, I prioritise creating a therapeutic space where all the parts of you are considered, held and deeply respected. In sessions, your healing, growth, and increasing self-awareness is what we co-create in this space. I can support you in connecting with your inner experiences to empower you to make meaningful changes in your life and make deeper connections to yourself, others, and the wider environment.
As a holistic, relational, gestalt therapist, my approach is grounded in the present moment, non-pathologising, inclusive and trauma-informed. Through the lens of anti-oppressive practice, I prioritise creating a therapeutic space where all the parts of you are considered, held and deeply respected. In sessions, your healing, growth, and increasing self-awareness is what we co-create in this space. I can support you in connecting with your inner experiences to empower you to make meaningful changes in your life and make deeper connections to yourself, others, and the wider environment.
I have worked extensively with clients presenting with depression, anxiety and have a particular interest in perinatal psychology including infertility, pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum.
I am an open-minded LGBTIQA+ friendly, neurodivergent-affirming psychologist who approaches care from a compassionate and client-centred approach, believing every client is the expert on their own life. I value authenticity, compassion and curiosity and am committed to collaborating with clients and tailoring sessions to individual needs, combining evidence-based practises with compassionate care. We can work together to support you on your mental health journey and assist you with the tools to build self-understanding, resilience, coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and empower you towards insight and positive changes
I have worked extensively with clients presenting with depression, anxiety and have a particular interest in perinatal psychology including infertility, pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum.
I am an open-minded LGBTIQA+ friendly, neurodivergent-affirming psychologist who approaches care from a compassionate and client-centred approach, believing every client is the expert on their own life. I value authenticity, compassion and curiosity and am committed to collaborating with clients and tailoring sessions to individual needs, combining evidence-based practises with compassionate care. We can work together to support you on your mental health journey and assist you with the tools to build self-understanding, resilience, coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and empower you towards insight and positive changes
Understanding how you experience the world is central to my work as a therapist. I am interested how feelings and thoughts can manifest in our bodies. Gentle exploration of these somatic responses can assist in deeper understanding of our emotional world. Working together, I would support you toward your self-acceptance of challenging thoughts and feelings. Alongside my private practice, I work with a national not-for-profit supporting parents experiencing antenatal and postnatal anxiety, depression and adjustment to parenthood - as a spokesperson, managing clinical intake and clinical writing.
Understanding how you experience the world is central to my work as a therapist. I am interested how feelings and thoughts can manifest in our bodies. Gentle exploration of these somatic responses can assist in deeper understanding of our emotional world. Working together, I would support you toward your self-acceptance of challenging thoughts and feelings. Alongside my private practice, I work with a national not-for-profit supporting parents experiencing antenatal and postnatal anxiety, depression and adjustment to parenthood - as a spokesperson, managing clinical intake and clinical writing.
I am passionate about the pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting space and I offer a warm and collaborative environment to address any issues at hand.
My ideal client is a woman who feels like she's lost herself in the midst of motherhood, relationships, responsibilities, or just trying to keep up with life. She might be snapping over little things, feeling guilty afterward, overwhelmed by the mental load, or grieving the version of herself that existed before children. Often, she's the one holding it together for everyone else but inside, she feels like she's running on empty.
She wants to stop yelling, find time to do the things she loves, stop second-guessing everything, have a conversation with her partner that lasts longer than 5 seconds, and simply just, breathe!
I am passionate about the pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting space and I offer a warm and collaborative environment to address any issues at hand.
My ideal client is a woman who feels like she's lost herself in the midst of motherhood, relationships, responsibilities, or just trying to keep up with life. She might be snapping over little things, feeling guilty afterward, overwhelmed by the mental load, or grieving the version of herself that existed before children. Often, she's the one holding it together for everyone else but inside, she feels like she's running on empty.
She wants to stop yelling, find time to do the things she loves, stop second-guessing everything, have a conversation with her partner that lasts longer than 5 seconds, and simply just, breathe!
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists
What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?
The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.
When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?
Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.
How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?
A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioural therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviours. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.