Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Brisbane, QLD
You’re seeking a space where you can finally exhale. You may be navigating trauma, burnout, ADHD, new parenthood, or complex life transitions. You want to feel safe, seen, and supported as you make sense of your inner world. You’re not here to be “fixed”, you’re here to grow, reconnect with your strengths, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust. You value honesty, compassion, and practical strategies. You’re ready for therapy that’s grounded, real, and tailored to your nervous system, not just your to-do list.
You’re seeking a space where you can finally exhale. You may be navigating trauma, burnout, ADHD, new parenthood, or complex life transitions. You want to feel safe, seen, and supported as you make sense of your inner world. You’re not here to be “fixed”, you’re here to grow, reconnect with your strengths, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust. You value honesty, compassion, and practical strategies. You’re ready for therapy that’s grounded, real, and tailored to your nervous system, not just your to-do list.
Bluest Skies Counselling + Animal Assisted Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Springfield Lakes, QLD 4300
The Perinatal Support service is a therapeutic support service for parents and parents to be from conception to early parenting.
I like to work creatively with clients, especially children and adolescents I work in a flexible and client centred way and adapt my therapeutic interventions to suit the age, need and goals of the client. I work with my therapy dog in the room, utilising a Neuroscience, Attachment and Trauma informed framework.
The Perinatal Support service is a therapeutic support service for parents and parents to be from conception to early parenting.
I like to work creatively with clients, especially children and adolescents I work in a flexible and client centred way and adapt my therapeutic interventions to suit the age, need and goals of the client. I work with my therapy dog in the room, utilising a Neuroscience, Attachment and Trauma informed framework.
I've had the privilege of supporting individuals across a wide range of experiences, including perinatal mental health, domestic and family violence, trauma, grief and loss, suicidal ideation, and the everyday challenges that come with being human.
At This Gentle Hour, my hope is to offer a soft place to land - a space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore your story with clarity and support. Whether you’re navigating a difficult season or seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m here to walk alongside you at your pace. My approach is grounded in warmth, curiosity, and genuine connection. I blend evidence-based frameworks with intuitive, holistic practices to meet you exactly where you are.
I've had the privilege of supporting individuals across a wide range of experiences, including perinatal mental health, domestic and family violence, trauma, grief and loss, suicidal ideation, and the everyday challenges that come with being human.
At This Gentle Hour, my hope is to offer a soft place to land - a space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore your story with clarity and support. Whether you’re navigating a difficult season or seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m here to walk alongside you at your pace. My approach is grounded in warmth, curiosity, and genuine connection. I blend evidence-based frameworks with intuitive, holistic practices to meet you exactly where you are.
Perinatal Mental Health for parents with newborns to 2 years old - COPE Registered.
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, 12 years experience with helping individuals and families connect to themselves and each other (attachment based therapy). Client directed and solution focused therapy we work on your needs and what you would like help with.
Perinatal Mental Health for parents with newborns to 2 years old - COPE Registered.
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, 12 years experience with helping individuals and families connect to themselves and each other (attachment based therapy). Client directed and solution focused therapy we work on your needs and what you would like help with.
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
I'm a registered psychologist with a PhD and a specialisation in perinatal mental health, and I'm also a mother.
You're in one of the biggest transitions of your life, and somehow you're expected to just figure it out. Maybe you're pregnant and quietly terrified about what's coming. Maybe you've had your baby and you love them fiercely, but you don't quite recognise yourself anymore. The exhaustion, the worry, the sense that everyone else seems to be coping better than you. It's overwhelming. And yet so many mothers keep it to themselves, convinced they should be grateful, not struggling.
I'm a registered psychologist with a PhD and a specialisation in perinatal mental health, and I'm also a mother.
You're in one of the biggest transitions of your life, and somehow you're expected to just figure it out. Maybe you're pregnant and quietly terrified about what's coming. Maybe you've had your baby and you love them fiercely, but you don't quite recognise yourself anymore. The exhaustion, the worry, the sense that everyone else seems to be coping better than you. It's overwhelming. And yet so many mothers keep it to themselves, convinced they should be grateful, not struggling.
Many women I work with are pregnant or in the postpartum period and have long-standing patterns of perfectionism, people-pleasing, or over-responsibility.
I use evidence-based therapy to provide a compassionate, supportive space where my clients can better understand themselves and patterns contributing to distress. I work collaboratively to build self-compassion and emotional flexibility, and support healthier responses to anxiety, mood, perfectionism, and disordered eating.
Many women I work with are pregnant or in the postpartum period and have long-standing patterns of perfectionism, people-pleasing, or over-responsibility.
I use evidence-based therapy to provide a compassionate, supportive space where my clients can better understand themselves and patterns contributing to distress. I work collaboratively to build self-compassion and emotional flexibility, and support healthier responses to anxiety, mood, perfectionism, and disordered eating.
I offer therapy to children, teens, adults, couples and family’s that are experiencing emotional and relationship difficulties and mental health related concerns. I regularly see people with difficulties conceiving, unwanted pregnancies, parenting concerns, couples in crisis, and family’s that are struggling. I work with individuals and family’s of all shapes and sizes, genders and sexualities. I am also a 'Possums' accredited practitioner.
I offer therapy to children, teens, adults, couples and family’s that are experiencing emotional and relationship difficulties and mental health related concerns. I regularly see people with difficulties conceiving, unwanted pregnancies, parenting concerns, couples in crisis, and family’s that are struggling. I work with individuals and family’s of all shapes and sizes, genders and sexualities. I am also a 'Possums' accredited practitioner.
I have special interests in perinatal wellbeing, mind-body (psychosomatic) symptoms and psychosis, alongside broader concerns such as anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship problems, eating difficulties, and uncertain sense of self.
I offer psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychotherapy to people who wish to explore their inner world, emotional life, and experiences in a thoughtful and meaningful way. I work with people experiencing a wide range of emotional, psychological, relational, or psychiatric difficulties, as well as with those seeking deeper self-understanding.
I am committed to culturally respectful and inclusive practice and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
I have special interests in perinatal wellbeing, mind-body (psychosomatic) symptoms and psychosis, alongside broader concerns such as anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship problems, eating difficulties, and uncertain sense of self.
I offer psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychotherapy to people who wish to explore their inner world, emotional life, and experiences in a thoughtful and meaningful way. I work with people experiencing a wide range of emotional, psychological, relational, or psychiatric difficulties, as well as with those seeking deeper self-understanding.
I am committed to culturally respectful and inclusive practice and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
I provide support to clients at various life stages, including perinatal, young adults, adults, and those navigating mid-life.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, a member of the Australian Psychological Society . I am known for having a warm, caring, supportive and empowering presence. Becoming a parent to four children has led me through a process of deep self discovery, influencing my role as a Clinical Psychologist in many ways.
I provide support to clients at various life stages, including perinatal, young adults, adults, and those navigating mid-life.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, a member of the Australian Psychological Society . I am known for having a warm, caring, supportive and empowering presence. Becoming a parent to four children has led me through a process of deep self discovery, influencing my role as a Clinical Psychologist in many ways.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic pain, chronic illness, and significant life transitions, including pregnancy and postpartum.
Hello, and welcome.
I offer integrative psychotherapy grounded in a person-centred, strengths-based approach. My work is trauma-informed and relational, informed by mind–body awareness, ecotherapy, and nervous system understanding. I support people to reconnect with themselves in ways that feel safe, supportive, and meaningful.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic pain, chronic illness, and significant life transitions, including pregnancy and postpartum.
Hello, and welcome.
I offer integrative psychotherapy grounded in a person-centred, strengths-based approach. My work is trauma-informed and relational, informed by mind–body awareness, ecotherapy, and nervous system understanding. I support people to reconnect with themselves in ways that feel safe, supportive, and meaningful.
Medicare rebates for perinatal and general wellness.
I am a perinatal mental health specialist and certified sleep consultant. I will support you to prepare for birth and parenthood; manage anxiety and depression; improve sleep (yours and your child's); support your decisions around breast or bottle feeding, and address mental health, parenting and relationship issues as they arise.
Medicare rebates for perinatal and general wellness.
I am a perinatal mental health specialist and certified sleep consultant. I will support you to prepare for birth and parenthood; manage anxiety and depression; improve sleep (yours and your child's); support your decisions around breast or bottle feeding, and address mental health, parenting and relationship issues as they arise.
Johanna Badenhorst Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Albany Creek, QLD 4035
Johanna is a Brisbane-based Clinical psychologist and accredited EMDR therapist who supports clients with wellbeing, perinatal mental health, and women's health concerns.
I offer in-person or online support, thus making therapy accessible using a holistic and collaborative approach. I use evidence-based strategies to enhance mental wellbeing, promote perinatal mental health, address issues like anxiety & depression, and lastly empower ADHD and Autistic Individuals navigate their unique journey with compassion.
Johanna is a Brisbane-based Clinical psychologist and accredited EMDR therapist who supports clients with wellbeing, perinatal mental health, and women's health concerns.
I offer in-person or online support, thus making therapy accessible using a holistic and collaborative approach. I use evidence-based strategies to enhance mental wellbeing, promote perinatal mental health, address issues like anxiety & depression, and lastly empower ADHD and Autistic Individuals navigate their unique journey with compassion.
Areas that I can assist with: Single Incident & Complex Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress, Experience of Abuse (sexual, verbal, physical, emotional), Perinatal mental-health (conception, pregnancy, and postpartum support), Men's Health, Eating disorders, Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Stress Management & Burnout, Anger Management.
As your Psychologist, I aim to provide you with an environment that fosters safety, empathy and collaboration. My therapeutic style is compassionate, warm, and down to earth. I place great importance on the therapeutic relationship, to ensure that we work together throughout the process towards your therapeutic goals. My therapeutic approach is an integrative form of psychotherapy, using the most current evidenced-based techniques. My practice is based off of the core belief that each individual has the inherent capacity to not only overcome adversity, but to also live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Areas that I can assist with: Single Incident & Complex Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress, Experience of Abuse (sexual, verbal, physical, emotional), Perinatal mental-health (conception, pregnancy, and postpartum support), Men's Health, Eating disorders, Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Stress Management & Burnout, Anger Management.
As your Psychologist, I aim to provide you with an environment that fosters safety, empathy and collaboration. My therapeutic style is compassionate, warm, and down to earth. I place great importance on the therapeutic relationship, to ensure that we work together throughout the process towards your therapeutic goals. My therapeutic approach is an integrative form of psychotherapy, using the most current evidenced-based techniques. My practice is based off of the core belief that each individual has the inherent capacity to not only overcome adversity, but to also live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
As a perinatal therapist, trained as a child psychologist and couple therapist, I have worked with a number of groups and diversity of challenges which each individual would have encountered through a lifetime from conception to parenting, from love relationships to grief, from work to health issues
Dina is a clinical psychologist with more than 28 years of experience with a zest of French and Caribbean culture. She has acclimated well to Australia as she has landed in the country 24 years ago and has never left. She has swum in the waters of Manly and Wynnum area only recently. She is determined and passionate about finding the most efficient therapeutic tools and approach to support her clients. Dina’s special interests include perinatal work, pregnancy planning, fertility issues, parenting and adjustment disorder, adult mental health, personality disorders, trauma, grief, relationship, and work-related issues.
As a perinatal therapist, trained as a child psychologist and couple therapist, I have worked with a number of groups and diversity of challenges which each individual would have encountered through a lifetime from conception to parenting, from love relationships to grief, from work to health issues
Dina is a clinical psychologist with more than 28 years of experience with a zest of French and Caribbean culture. She has acclimated well to Australia as she has landed in the country 24 years ago and has never left. She has swum in the waters of Manly and Wynnum area only recently. She is determined and passionate about finding the most efficient therapeutic tools and approach to support her clients. Dina’s special interests include perinatal work, pregnancy planning, fertility issues, parenting and adjustment disorder, adult mental health, personality disorders, trauma, grief, relationship, and work-related issues.
I work with children (10yrs and above), adolescents and adults, supporting those experiencing perinatal issues, anxiety, phobias, OCD, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, ADHD assessments, and intimacy or relationship difficulties.
I’m Caitlin, a Registered Psychologist taking a warm, curious, and thoughtful approach to therapy. I’m also a trained sex therapist. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or navigating life transitions, identity questions, or growing emotional and social demands, you’re not alone. I support clients with OCD, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, challenges with emotional regulation and relationship difficulties including sexual dysfunction. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and build confidence, insight, and lasting change.
I work with children (10yrs and above), adolescents and adults, supporting those experiencing perinatal issues, anxiety, phobias, OCD, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, ADHD assessments, and intimacy or relationship difficulties.
I’m Caitlin, a Registered Psychologist taking a warm, curious, and thoughtful approach to therapy. I’m also a trained sex therapist. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or navigating life transitions, identity questions, or growing emotional and social demands, you’re not alone. I support clients with OCD, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, challenges with emotional regulation and relationship difficulties including sexual dysfunction. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and build confidence, insight, and lasting change.
Claire provides counselling to adults for a range of issues including: anxiety, depression, life transitions, perinatal mental health, fertility support, stress, grief, relationships, coping skills, and self care strategies.
Bloom for Life Psychology offers therapy services for adults aimed at helping you to enhance your mental and emotional wellbeing. At Bloom for Life Psychology, you will receive exceptional care, support and a holistic approach to therapy in a relaxed environment.
Claire provides counselling to adults for a range of issues including: anxiety, depression, life transitions, perinatal mental health, fertility support, stress, grief, relationships, coping skills, and self care strategies.
Bloom for Life Psychology offers therapy services for adults aimed at helping you to enhance your mental and emotional wellbeing. At Bloom for Life Psychology, you will receive exceptional care, support and a holistic approach to therapy in a relaxed environment.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional exhaustion, burnout, relationship challenge, life transitions, career challenges, work-related pressures, infertility and pregnancy.
People come to counselling for many different reasons. Sometimes it’s in response to a specific challenge, and other times it’s simply a sense that things aren’t feeling manageable on your own. You don’t need to have the right words or a clear explanation to begin. What matters most is having a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported at your own pace, without judgement or pressure to know what comes next. I offer a calm, steady, and non-judgmental counselling space where we take time to understand what’s been weighing on you. Sessions are guided by what feels most important and manageable to you.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional exhaustion, burnout, relationship challenge, life transitions, career challenges, work-related pressures, infertility and pregnancy.
People come to counselling for many different reasons. Sometimes it’s in response to a specific challenge, and other times it’s simply a sense that things aren’t feeling manageable on your own. You don’t need to have the right words or a clear explanation to begin. What matters most is having a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported at your own pace, without judgement or pressure to know what comes next. I offer a calm, steady, and non-judgmental counselling space where we take time to understand what’s been weighing on you. Sessions are guided by what feels most important and manageable to you.
I support others to heal and recover from a range of experiences including: anxiety; depression; sleep issues; relationship challenges; challenges in pregnancy/ birth/ postnatal period; childhood trauma; sexual violence; intimate partner violence; other trauma.
I offer a warm, grounded, relational approach to counselling and focus on your unique goals and capacity to heal. All counselling sessions are generally offered for up to 75 minutes. Medicare rebates available with a GP referral/ Mental Health Treatment Plan.
I support others to heal and recover from a range of experiences including: anxiety; depression; sleep issues; relationship challenges; challenges in pregnancy/ birth/ postnatal period; childhood trauma; sexual violence; intimate partner violence; other trauma.
I offer a warm, grounded, relational approach to counselling and focus on your unique goals and capacity to heal. All counselling sessions are generally offered for up to 75 minutes. Medicare rebates available with a GP referral/ Mental Health Treatment Plan.
My areas of interest include: depressio, anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), perinatal mental health, sleep conditions, life transitions and personal goals, and grief and loss.
My approach to therapy draws from a number of evidence-based treatments, which provide many flexible strategies for coping with life’s challenges. These include: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
My areas of interest include: depressio, anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), perinatal mental health, sleep conditions, life transitions and personal goals, and grief and loss.
My approach to therapy draws from a number of evidence-based treatments, which provide many flexible strategies for coping with life’s challenges. These include: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
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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.