Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Canterbury, VIC

Charlotte Workman
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I enjoy working with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma disorders and perinatal mental health (conception-2yr post birth).
I take a tailored approach when working with my clients and love getting to know you and learning what works best for you. I use a range of modalities in my practice including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy.
I enjoy working with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma disorders and perinatal mental health (conception-2yr post birth).
I take a tailored approach when working with my clients and love getting to know you and learning what works best for you. I use a range of modalities in my practice including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy.
(03) 8771 5305 View (03) 8771 5305
Lisa Ellis
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
I have a special interest in perinatal mental health and can assist new parents in the transition to parenthood.
I have worked in various settings, including schools, tertiary education, chronic illness, and perinatal mental health. I have completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology)(Honours) and a Master of Clinical Psychology. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness.
I have a special interest in perinatal mental health and can assist new parents in the transition to parenthood.
I have worked in various settings, including schools, tertiary education, chronic illness, and perinatal mental health. I have completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology)(Honours) and a Master of Clinical Psychology. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness.
(03) 9605 3529 View (03) 9605 3529
Gemma Louise Morley
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a warm and approachable psychologist who creates a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, address your challenges, and make meaningful changes in your life. I believe in keeping our sessions relaxed and enjoyable. I love sharing a laugh with my clients as we navigate their journeys together. I have a particular interest in supporting adolescents, young adults and new parents.
I am a warm and approachable psychologist who creates a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, address your challenges, and make meaningful changes in your life. I believe in keeping our sessions relaxed and enjoyable. I love sharing a laugh with my clients as we navigate their journeys together. I have a particular interest in supporting adolescents, young adults and new parents.
(03) 7003 2182 View (03) 7003 2182
Sandra Pucci
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
Sandra is an experienced bilingual clinical psychologist who sees different people from all walks of life, as circumstances bring many of us to therapy at different points or phases in life and for a variety of reasons. Sandra’s therapy setting provides a caring, not judgemental, supportive space where people can feel safe to express themselves and their inner feelings and where the person can have the experience to feel held in an accepting, respectful and empathetic way. This catharsis provides the individual with a freedom to unburden, relax and try to find a new stable foundation for a more fulfilling future and experiences.
Sandra is an experienced bilingual clinical psychologist who sees different people from all walks of life, as circumstances bring many of us to therapy at different points or phases in life and for a variety of reasons. Sandra’s therapy setting provides a caring, not judgemental, supportive space where people can feel safe to express themselves and their inner feelings and where the person can have the experience to feel held in an accepting, respectful and empathetic way. This catharsis provides the individual with a freedom to unburden, relax and try to find a new stable foundation for a more fulfilling future and experiences.
(03) 8797 5353 View (03) 8797 5353
Tanja Ben-Meir
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
I enjoy working with individuals and couples and have a passion for empowering you on your path forward. Many of my clients are navigating couples / relationship dynamics or are processing lingering impacts of past experiences. Often high-functioning and thoughtful, they find themselves stuck between who they are and who they want to be. If you are hoping to feel more secure in yourself and/or your relationships, if you are seeking to reconnect or find meaning, if you are looking to learn to respond to life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence, I can support you on your journey.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples and have a passion for empowering you on your path forward. Many of my clients are navigating couples / relationship dynamics or are processing lingering impacts of past experiences. Often high-functioning and thoughtful, they find themselves stuck between who they are and who they want to be. If you are hoping to feel more secure in yourself and/or your relationships, if you are seeking to reconnect or find meaning, if you are looking to learn to respond to life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence, I can support you on your journey.
(03) 9118 9020 View (03) 9118 9020
Charlotte Chapman
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Charlotte and I’m a Clinical Psychologist. My therapeutic style is warm, relaxed, and engaging. I enjoy connecting with my clients and getting to know them as individuals so that I can tailor treatment to meet their individual needs.
Hi, I’m Charlotte and I’m a Clinical Psychologist. My therapeutic style is warm, relaxed, and engaging. I enjoy connecting with my clients and getting to know them as individuals so that I can tailor treatment to meet their individual needs.
(03) 9830 2220 View (03) 9830 2220
Elaine Tan
Counsellor
Serves Area
Are you and your partner feeling distant, stuck in the same arguments, or more like housemates than a couple? Or are you carrying something on your own that feels too heavy to keep managing alone? I'm Elaine, a counsellor in Mont Albert North, VIC, and I work with couples and individuals across Melbourne's East, including Box Hill, Balwyn, Surrey Hills, and Camberwell. I work with couples experiencing relationship difficulties, communication breakdown, infidelity, the transition to parenthood, marital stress, and divorce. I also see individuals carrying anxiety, depression, or life transitions they can't seem to shift.
Are you and your partner feeling distant, stuck in the same arguments, or more like housemates than a couple? Or are you carrying something on your own that feels too heavy to keep managing alone? I'm Elaine, a counsellor in Mont Albert North, VIC, and I work with couples and individuals across Melbourne's East, including Box Hill, Balwyn, Surrey Hills, and Camberwell. I work with couples experiencing relationship difficulties, communication breakdown, infidelity, the transition to parenthood, marital stress, and divorce. I also see individuals carrying anxiety, depression, or life transitions they can't seem to shift.
(03) 7500 5257 View (03) 7500 5257
Clinical Psychologist Dr. Addy Dunkley-Smith
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Choosing a psychologist is a big decision, and I suspect you've thought about this for a while. You know that therapy is an investment in yourself, and you don't make investments without doing your research. You are looking for someone you feel safe and comfortable sharing your most difficult thoughts and feelings with. You want someone to listen carefully, to respect you and your experience and to be invested in your goals providing support that is specifically tailored to who you are (otherwise you'd just be buying a self-help book). That's what you deserve!
Choosing a psychologist is a big decision, and I suspect you've thought about this for a while. You know that therapy is an investment in yourself, and you don't make investments without doing your research. You are looking for someone you feel safe and comfortable sharing your most difficult thoughts and feelings with. You want someone to listen carefully, to respect you and your experience and to be invested in your goals providing support that is specifically tailored to who you are (otherwise you'd just be buying a self-help book). That's what you deserve!
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Katie McKenzie
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Sunbury, VIC 3429
I provide a nurturing space where women can explore the emotional realities of pregnancy, postpartum and parenting without judgement.
I have delivered counselling and psychology services for a range of mental health disorders across the lifespan. In addition to private practice, I have experience working in schools and forensic settings. I have sound experience conducting forensic risk assessments as well as treating incarcerated clients and clients on community based orders.
I provide a nurturing space where women can explore the emotional realities of pregnancy, postpartum and parenting without judgement.
I have delivered counselling and psychology services for a range of mental health disorders across the lifespan. In addition to private practice, I have experience working in schools and forensic settings. I have sound experience conducting forensic risk assessments as well as treating incarcerated clients and clients on community based orders.
(03) 8007 2828 View (03) 8007 2828
Allana Crespin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sandringham, VIC 3191
Some are navigating relationship challenges or life transitions, while others are in the perinatal period, adjusting to pregnancy, early parenthood, or fertility difficulties.
I offer a warm, collaborative and practical approach, drawing on Schema Therapy, EFT, CBT, ACT and EMDR. I help you understand the patterns driving your distress, develop effective coping strategies, and build a stronger, more secure sense of self so you can create meaningful, lasting change.
Some are navigating relationship challenges or life transitions, while others are in the perinatal period, adjusting to pregnancy, early parenthood, or fertility difficulties.
I offer a warm, collaborative and practical approach, drawing on Schema Therapy, EFT, CBT, ACT and EMDR. I help you understand the patterns driving your distress, develop effective coping strategies, and build a stronger, more secure sense of self so you can create meaningful, lasting change.
(03) 8771 5454 View (03) 8771 5454
Taylor Richards
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Online Only
Taylor mainly works with adolescents and adults across a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, pre/post pregnancy, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, relationships and workplace issues.
Taylor draws upon a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Taylor likes to use a client-centred approach to therapy and ensure her advice is tailored depending on each individual's unique circumstances.
Taylor mainly works with adolescents and adults across a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, pre/post pregnancy, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, relationships and workplace issues.
Taylor draws upon a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Taylor likes to use a client-centred approach to therapy and ensure her advice is tailored depending on each individual's unique circumstances.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
Thanh Lee Psychology
Psychologist, MAPS
Hawthorn East, VIC 3123
Thanh has a particular interest in supporting individuals, couples and families in the perinatal period, in preparing for and the adjustment to parenthood.
Thanh believes in empowering individuals to reach their true potential by using a person-centred & strengths-based approach. She draws on a variety of evidence-based methods in tailoring treatment to each individual including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, & Gottman Method Level 1 and 2.
Thanh has a particular interest in supporting individuals, couples and families in the perinatal period, in preparing for and the adjustment to parenthood.
Thanh believes in empowering individuals to reach their true potential by using a person-centred & strengths-based approach. She draws on a variety of evidence-based methods in tailoring treatment to each individual including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, & Gottman Method Level 1 and 2.
(03) 7500 5073 View (03) 7500 5073
Sania Javed
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Deer Park, VIC 3023
As a multilingual psychotherapist, I specialise in supporting clients through complex challenges such as trauma, grief, anxiety, substance abuse, body dysmorphia, couples and individual therapy etc. I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and understood. Using tailored approaches like PCT, CBT, DBT, Gestalt, Mindfulness, and Art therapy, I aim to empower you to overcome emotional and behavioural difficulties, achieve personal growth, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. My goal is to guide you towards lasting positive change and resilience, helping you find balance and purpose in your life.
As a multilingual psychotherapist, I specialise in supporting clients through complex challenges such as trauma, grief, anxiety, substance abuse, body dysmorphia, couples and individual therapy etc. I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and understood. Using tailored approaches like PCT, CBT, DBT, Gestalt, Mindfulness, and Art therapy, I aim to empower you to overcome emotional and behavioural difficulties, achieve personal growth, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. My goal is to guide you towards lasting positive change and resilience, helping you find balance and purpose in your life.
(03) 7303 3603 View (03) 7303 3603
Catherine Hluchanic
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I have a special interest in supporting and empowering women with their mental health, in particular perinatal mental health support.
I primarily work with adults and have a special interest in using trauma informed therapy. My therapeutic approach is in line with Schema Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). I also commonly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with clients.
I have a special interest in supporting and empowering women with their mental health, in particular perinatal mental health support.
I primarily work with adults and have a special interest in using trauma informed therapy. My therapeutic approach is in line with Schema Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). I also commonly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with clients.
(02) 4504 0393 View (02) 4504 0393
Susan Jackson
Social Worker, AMHSW
Frankston, VIC 3199
My expertise is working with the spectrum of family diversity with multiple generations together in the room with a focus on perinatal mental health, couples and families.
I work with families, couples and individuals to break pattern to build awareness and build closeness, relational connection and safety. Clinical Family and Systemic Psychotherapy Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Emotion Focused Therapy Video Interactional Guidance
My expertise is working with the spectrum of family diversity with multiple generations together in the room with a focus on perinatal mental health, couples and families.
I work with families, couples and individuals to break pattern to build awareness and build closeness, relational connection and safety. Clinical Family and Systemic Psychotherapy Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Emotion Focused Therapy Video Interactional Guidance
(03) 5905 7114 View (03) 5905 7114
Mums in Mind Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Coburg, VIC 3058
I’m a clinical psychologist based in Melbourne, supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and the early years of motherhood at Mums in Mind Psychology .
If you’re feeling worried, anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated, or like you’re just missing something, please know this is very common and you are not alone. Your feelings are valid. I will help you to explore the guilt and be kind to yourself, so you can create a beautiful connection with your little one and enjoy your journey into motherhood.
I’m a clinical psychologist based in Melbourne, supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and the early years of motherhood at Mums in Mind Psychology .
If you’re feeling worried, anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated, or like you’re just missing something, please know this is very common and you are not alone. Your feelings are valid. I will help you to explore the guilt and be kind to yourself, so you can create a beautiful connection with your little one and enjoy your journey into motherhood.
0415 109 973 View 0415 109 973
Dr Pav Aran
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I specialise in ADHD, mood disorders, perinatal mental health, and attachment (relationship) issues.
I am known for bringing curiosity, honesty, and humour to sessions to lighten the process. I employ an integrative approach to therapy that draws on a range of traditional and modern techniques including CBT, schema therapy, and internal family systems.
I specialise in ADHD, mood disorders, perinatal mental health, and attachment (relationship) issues.
I am known for bringing curiosity, honesty, and humour to sessions to lighten the process. I employ an integrative approach to therapy that draws on a range of traditional and modern techniques including CBT, schema therapy, and internal family systems.
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Dr Jessica Green
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Collingwood, VIC 3066
I also enjoy supporting people with fertility issues, or during pregnancy and the postpartum.
I am a Clinical Psychologist. I have completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I offer CBT, ACT and schema therapy as my main approaches.
I also enjoy supporting people with fertility issues, or during pregnancy and the postpartum.
I am a Clinical Psychologist. I have completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I offer CBT, ACT and schema therapy as my main approaches.
0466 045 325 View 0466 045 325
Humans Being Counselling
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Malvern, VIC 3144
We are much more than your regular psychology clinic. We are a boutique clinic with a team of clinical psychologists and Mental Health Social Workers. We strive to create a calming therapeutic environment, that begins as soon as you walk in the door. ​ We provide evidence-based sensory stimulus such as lush greenery, soft furnishings, calm music and warm herbal tea to aid calm but also to promote self compassion. ​. A trauma sensitive, welcoming space, that treats every client with acceptance, respect and compassion. A physical and emotional space to feel genuinely heard, understood & supported.
We are much more than your regular psychology clinic. We are a boutique clinic with a team of clinical psychologists and Mental Health Social Workers. We strive to create a calming therapeutic environment, that begins as soon as you walk in the door. ​ We provide evidence-based sensory stimulus such as lush greenery, soft furnishings, calm music and warm herbal tea to aid calm but also to promote self compassion. ​. A trauma sensitive, welcoming space, that treats every client with acceptance, respect and compassion. A physical and emotional space to feel genuinely heard, understood & supported.
(03) 7003 2329 View (03) 7003 2329
Vanessa Kugathasan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Ivanhoe, VIC 3079
I am a fully endorsed clinical psychologist and have particular experience working with perinatal issues and trauma.
I am a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience, I have had the privilege of working with a wide array of difficulties across different settings, from youth and adult community mental health to hospitals within the public sector. Over the years, I have transitioned to private practice, where I have supported clients dealing with a range of issues from depression and anxiety to relationship challenges, stress, and chronic illness.
I am a fully endorsed clinical psychologist and have particular experience working with perinatal issues and trauma.
I am a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience, I have had the privilege of working with a wide array of difficulties across different settings, from youth and adult community mental health to hospitals within the public sector. Over the years, I have transitioned to private practice, where I have supported clients dealing with a range of issues from depression and anxiety to relationship challenges, stress, and chronic illness.
(03) 8400 0598 View (03) 8400 0598
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.