Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Burpengary, QLD

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Johanna Badenhorst Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
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.
(07) 3608 1663 View (07) 3608 1663
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Jessica Martens
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Burpengary, QLD 4505
I am particularly passionate about working with mothers during the Perinatal period and with neurodiverse individuals.
I am passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful change in their lives. I place a strong emphasis on creating a respectful therapeutic relationship and appreciate each client’s uniqueness. I view therapy as a collaborative process between the client and myself where the client is respected as the expert in their own life. I work within a person-centered and strength-based framework seeing therapy as an opportunity to utilise and build upon each client’s existing skills and strengths. I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s needs and draw on techniques from a range of evidence-based practices.
I am particularly passionate about working with mothers during the Perinatal period and with neurodiverse individuals.
I am passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful change in their lives. I place a strong emphasis on creating a respectful therapeutic relationship and appreciate each client’s uniqueness. I view therapy as a collaborative process between the client and myself where the client is respected as the expert in their own life. I work within a person-centered and strength-based framework seeing therapy as an opportunity to utilise and build upon each client’s existing skills and strengths. I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s needs and draw on techniques from a range of evidence-based practices.
(07) 5236 0934 View (07) 5236 0934
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Lindsey Hay
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
Burpengary, QLD 4505
Behavioural support and intervention, school issues, anxiety and depression, mental health, parenting support, perinatal, attachment and bonding, life changes and challenges, ASD and neurodivergent support, child safety advocacy, domestic violence, and trauma psychotherapy are among the issues that Psych'd specialises in.
Psych'd is a Clinical Psychotherapy and Counselling service located at Burpengary and caters for children, teenagers and adults. Psych'd offers strength-based, trauma informed, individualised therapy to meet clients where they are at, in their therapeutic journey. Psych'd offers a range of therapeutic interventions depending on the needs of the client. Private clients, clients with NDIS plans (self managed, plan managed and NDIA managed), Private Health, EPA and Workcover QLD welcome.
Behavioural support and intervention, school issues, anxiety and depression, mental health, parenting support, perinatal, attachment and bonding, life changes and challenges, ASD and neurodivergent support, child safety advocacy, domestic violence, and trauma psychotherapy are among the issues that Psych'd specialises in.
Psych'd is a Clinical Psychotherapy and Counselling service located at Burpengary and caters for children, teenagers and adults. Psych'd offers strength-based, trauma informed, individualised therapy to meet clients where they are at, in their therapeutic journey. Psych'd offers a range of therapeutic interventions depending on the needs of the client. Private clients, clients with NDIS plans (self managed, plan managed and NDIA managed), Private Health, EPA and Workcover QLD welcome.
(07) 5300 2172 View (07) 5300 2172
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Jessica van der Torre
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Jessica van der Torre enjoys an individualised and client-centered approach, collaborating together with her clients towards their treatment goals. She is warm, gentle and supportive in her style. It is important to her that clients feel that sessions are conducted in a safe, positive and nonjudgmental atmosphere in order to work towards positive change.
Jessica van der Torre enjoys an individualised and client-centered approach, collaborating together with her clients towards their treatment goals. She is warm, gentle and supportive in her style. It is important to her that clients feel that sessions are conducted in a safe, positive and nonjudgmental atmosphere in order to work towards positive change.
(07) 4243 4681 View (07) 4243 4681

More Therapists Nearby

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I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who are facing challenges and looking for support to move forward. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, parenting concerns, grief and loss, relationship changes, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, or neurodivergence. They are often feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of their next step, but are ready to better understand themselves and explore positive change in a supportive environment. They are looking to build on their strengths, gain greater self-understanding and develop the confidence to move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who are facing challenges and looking for support to move forward. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, parenting concerns, grief and loss, relationship changes, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, or neurodivergence. They are often feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of their next step, but are ready to better understand themselves and explore positive change in a supportive environment. They are looking to build on their strengths, gain greater self-understanding and develop the confidence to move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
(07) 5224 2028 View (07) 5224 2028
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CuriousNeuro Counselling and Coaching
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I offer counselling and coaching for neurodivergent adults, including ADHD, Autistic and AuDHD adults, with a special interest in late identification and the perinatal period.
I offer neuroaffirming counselling and coaching for ADHDers, Autistic and AuDHD adults. I support emotional regulation, rejection sensitivity, burnout, sensory overwhelm, executive functioning, and perinatal mental health during pregnancy, postpartum and early parenting.
I offer counselling and coaching for neurodivergent adults, including ADHD, Autistic and AuDHD adults, with a special interest in late identification and the perinatal period.
I offer neuroaffirming counselling and coaching for ADHDers, Autistic and AuDHD adults. I support emotional regulation, rejection sensitivity, burnout, sensory overwhelm, executive functioning, and perinatal mental health during pregnancy, postpartum and early parenting.
(03) 7303 3183 View (03) 7303 3183
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Davinder Gill
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I work mostly with women in their 30s, 40s and 50s navigating burnout, relationship challenges, postnatal difficulties or perimenopause. I work in a gentle and supportive manner, helping clients access their innate resources, build resilience, agency and capacity, not only to withstand the stressors of life, but to feel more aliveness and expansion.
I work mostly with women in their 30s, 40s and 50s navigating burnout, relationship challenges, postnatal difficulties or perimenopause. I work in a gentle and supportive manner, helping clients access their innate resources, build resilience, agency and capacity, not only to withstand the stressors of life, but to feel more aliveness and expansion.
(02) 4703 7296 View (02) 4703 7296
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Claire Smith
Counsellor, ACA-L1
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
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!
(02) 3820 9310 View (02) 3820 9310
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Jaclyn Potts
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Norman Park, QLD 4170
Bloomera supports women and mothers navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, early motherhood, trauma, neurodivergence, grief, anxiety and identity shifts.
I am a Registered Psychologist, EMDR practitioner and AHPRA Board-approved supervisor with over a decade of experience. My work is trauma-informed, practical and deeply relational. I draw on EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT and attachment-informed therapy, choosing the approach that best fits you and your unique needs.
Bloomera supports women and mothers navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, early motherhood, trauma, neurodivergence, grief, anxiety and identity shifts.
I am a Registered Psychologist, EMDR practitioner and AHPRA Board-approved supervisor with over a decade of experience. My work is trauma-informed, practical and deeply relational. I draw on EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT and attachment-informed therapy, choosing the approach that best fits you and your unique needs.
(07) 2100 4338 View (07) 2100 4338
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Dr Mandy Godwin
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work with women navigating pregnancy, new motherhood, and the transition into parenthood.
I offer individual therapy via secure telehealth from anywhere in Australia. I draw on acceptance and commitment therapy, compassion-focused therapy, CBT, and interpersonal and solution-focused approaches, tailored to what you need. I also offer Blooming Into Motherhood, an 8-week self-paced program on the emotional side of becoming a mother.
I work with women navigating pregnancy, new motherhood, and the transition into parenthood.
I offer individual therapy via secure telehealth from anywhere in Australia. I draw on acceptance and commitment therapy, compassion-focused therapy, CBT, and interpersonal and solution-focused approaches, tailored to what you need. I also offer Blooming Into Motherhood, an 8-week self-paced program on the emotional side of becoming a mother.
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Earth & Womb - Holisitic Counselling & EMDR
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Bardon, QLD 4065
I support people to heal and recover from a range of experiences, including: anxiety; depression; sleep issues; relationship challenges; challenges in pregnancy, birth or the postnatal period; perimenopause; late-identified neurodivergence; childhood trauma; sexual violence; intimate partner violence; and other trauma.
I offer a warm, grounded, relational approach to counselling, drawing on EMDR, somatic and trauma-informed care, and focus on your unique goals and capacity to heal. Sessions are between 60-90 minutes. Medicare rebates available with a GP referral/Mental Health Treatment Plan.
I support people to heal and recover from a range of experiences, including: anxiety; depression; sleep issues; relationship challenges; challenges in pregnancy, birth or the postnatal period; perimenopause; late-identified neurodivergence; childhood trauma; sexual violence; intimate partner violence; and other trauma.
I offer a warm, grounded, relational approach to counselling, drawing on EMDR, somatic and trauma-informed care, and focus on your unique goals and capacity to heal. Sessions are between 60-90 minutes. Medicare rebates available with a GP referral/Mental Health Treatment Plan.
(07) 3060 8230 View (07) 3060 8230
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Mindful Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Albany Creek, QLD 4035
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.
(07) 3608 1002 View (07) 3608 1002
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Bluest Skies Counselling + Animal Assisted Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Paddington, QLD 4064
2 Bluest Skies - Perinatal Support is a therapeutic support service for parents and parents to be from conception to early parenting Services are offered from Springfield Lakes or Paddington.
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.
2 Bluest Skies - Perinatal Support is a therapeutic support service for parents and parents to be from conception to early parenting Services are offered from Springfield Lakes or Paddington.
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.
(07) 3184 8464 View (07) 3184 8464
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Naomi Norman
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Enoggera, QLD 4051
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).
(07) 3179 6755 View (07) 3179 6755
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Carlie Spinks
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Carlie is a compassionate and gentle psychologist who is dedicated to supporting individuals improve their mental wellbeing and explore their internal world. Carlie is committed to providing personalised and evidence-based care to all her clients and aims to meet them where they are at in their self discovery, to learn along side them. Carlie leverages on non-judgement, humour and kindness within her practice and utilises range of modalities to support her clients.
Carlie is a compassionate and gentle psychologist who is dedicated to supporting individuals improve their mental wellbeing and explore their internal world. Carlie is committed to providing personalised and evidence-based care to all her clients and aims to meet them where they are at in their self discovery, to learn along side them. Carlie leverages on non-judgement, humour and kindness within her practice and utilises range of modalities to support her clients.
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Ebonie Stewart
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Ebonie is a passionate and empathetic registered psychologist who can provide thorough assessment and intervention across all ages. Ebonie's aim is to work collaboratively with you to enhance your mental health and achieve your goals. Ebonie has worked in a wide variety of settings including Psychiatric Hospital, Schools, Industry, Forensic, Private Practice and Primary Health Care Network. Ebonie has a keen interest in helping clients with substance use and addiction. She also work with offenders and can provide forensic court reports.
Ebonie is a passionate and empathetic registered psychologist who can provide thorough assessment and intervention across all ages. Ebonie's aim is to work collaboratively with you to enhance your mental health and achieve your goals. Ebonie has worked in a wide variety of settings including Psychiatric Hospital, Schools, Industry, Forensic, Private Practice and Primary Health Care Network. Ebonie has a keen interest in helping clients with substance use and addiction. She also work with offenders and can provide forensic court reports.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Annaleise Mitchell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I support adults longing-to-be, soon-to-be or seasoned parents through pre-conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting beyond.
I can help with: antenatal and postnatal depression/anxiety, childbirth trauma, fertility support, pregnancy & infancy loss, relationship changes & family dynamics, Matrescence: support your journey of 'becoming' a mother, breaking generational trauma & re-parenting. If you're unsure if we'd be a good fit, please don't hesitate to reach out.
I support adults longing-to-be, soon-to-be or seasoned parents through pre-conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting beyond.
I can help with: antenatal and postnatal depression/anxiety, childbirth trauma, fertility support, pregnancy & infancy loss, relationship changes & family dynamics, Matrescence: support your journey of 'becoming' a mother, breaking generational trauma & re-parenting. If you're unsure if we'd be a good fit, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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Connections Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
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.
(07) 2801 6141 View (07) 2801 6141
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Jaclyn Potts - Bloomera Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
Bloomera is a dedicated women’s clinical support practice focused on hopeful, expectant and new mothers, and neurodivergent care. You’re a woman seeking a space where you can finally exhale. You may be navigating trauma, burnout, ADHD, new or hopeful parenthood. 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’re ready for therapy that’s grounded, real, and tailored to your nervous system, not just your to-do list.
Bloomera is a dedicated women’s clinical support practice focused on hopeful, expectant and new mothers, and neurodivergent care. You’re a woman seeking a space where you can finally exhale. You may be navigating trauma, burnout, ADHD, new or hopeful parenthood. 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’re ready for therapy that’s grounded, real, and tailored to your nervous system, not just your to-do list.
(07) 4521 0086 View (07) 4521 0086
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Bloom for Life Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Toowong, QLD 4066
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.
(07) 2100 4012 View (07) 2100 4012
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.