Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Cheltenham, VIC

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Allana Crespin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
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
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Kate Reddin
Psychotherapist, MC, ACA-L2
Serves Area
My clients are women at all kinds of moments - running on empty after too long holding everything together, stuck in patterns that keep showing up no matter how hard they try to shift them, navigating a life transition that's knocked them sideways, or sitting with a quiet but persistent sense that the life they're living doesn't quite fit anymore. Some arrive in crisis. Others arrive with no single defining reason, just a readiness to understand themselves more clearly and do something about it. Both are welcome. Both are the right reason to be here.
My clients are women at all kinds of moments - running on empty after too long holding everything together, stuck in patterns that keep showing up no matter how hard they try to shift them, navigating a life transition that's knocked them sideways, or sitting with a quiet but persistent sense that the life they're living doesn't quite fit anymore. Some arrive in crisis. Others arrive with no single defining reason, just a readiness to understand themselves more clearly and do something about it. Both are welcome. Both are the right reason to be here.
(03) 8771 4632 View (03) 8771 4632
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Tanya Wilson - Clinical Psych - MindZen Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, emotional intensity, or difficult life experiences. Perhaps you are navigating trauma, ADHD, relationship challenges, or patterns that are affecting your wellbeing and daily life. Many people seek therapy when they want greater clarity, emotional balance, and healthier ways of responding to stress and relationships. Some feel stuck repeating patterns that no longer serve them, while others are facing significant life changes. My aim is to provide a calm, respectful space where we can explore what is happening in your life and develop practical strategies to support your wellbeing.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, emotional intensity, or difficult life experiences. Perhaps you are navigating trauma, ADHD, relationship challenges, or patterns that are affecting your wellbeing and daily life. Many people seek therapy when they want greater clarity, emotional balance, and healthier ways of responding to stress and relationships. Some feel stuck repeating patterns that no longer serve them, while others are facing significant life changes. My aim is to provide a calm, respectful space where we can explore what is happening in your life and develop practical strategies to support your wellbeing.
(03) 7500 5961 View (03) 7500 5961
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Sharon Weingarten
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Sharon has a Masters Degree in Counselling, specialising in relationships. She is passionate about providing a safe and supportive environment for her clients using a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental therapy approach.  Sharon brings a wealth of experience to her work with both couples and individuals, skilfully navigating a diverse array of issues that can strain relationships. This includes helping clients to improve communication, de-escalate conflict, strengthen connection, navigate life transitions, address parenting concerns, and manage discrepancies in sexual desire.
Sharon has a Masters Degree in Counselling, specialising in relationships. She is passionate about providing a safe and supportive environment for her clients using a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental therapy approach.  Sharon brings a wealth of experience to her work with both couples and individuals, skilfully navigating a diverse array of issues that can strain relationships. This includes helping clients to improve communication, de-escalate conflict, strengthen connection, navigate life transitions, address parenting concerns, and manage discrepancies in sexual desire.
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Natalie Anker Cohen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next steps? Do you find yourself reacting in ways that don't align with who you want to be? You're not alone, and there's nothing wrong with you. As a Registered Psychologist, I believe lasting change comes from understanding yourself more deeply and developing practical skills for your real life. My practice honours who you are in your full complexity. You bring unique strengths, experiences, and goals to our work. My approach recognises that meaningful change happens collaboratively, building on your existing capabilities while developing new tools and perspectives.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next steps? Do you find yourself reacting in ways that don't align with who you want to be? You're not alone, and there's nothing wrong with you. As a Registered Psychologist, I believe lasting change comes from understanding yourself more deeply and developing practical skills for your real life. My practice honours who you are in your full complexity. You bring unique strengths, experiences, and goals to our work. My approach recognises that meaningful change happens collaboratively, building on your existing capabilities while developing new tools and perspectives.
(03) 7003 2764 View (03) 7003 2764
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Port Phillip Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
Port Phillip Psychology is a friendly practice in Melbourne's Bayside suburbs of St Kilda and Chelsea. We provide counselling for children, adults and couples across a broad range of issues including: anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, grief, trauma, infidelity, and relationship issues. We offer assessments at our Chelsea clinic for ADHD and ASD. Our psychologists use a variety of therapies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, Mindfulness, Solution Focussed Therapy and Gottman relationship counselling. You can discover more in the team section on our website.
Port Phillip Psychology is a friendly practice in Melbourne's Bayside suburbs of St Kilda and Chelsea. We provide counselling for children, adults and couples across a broad range of issues including: anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, grief, trauma, infidelity, and relationship issues. We offer assessments at our Chelsea clinic for ADHD and ASD. Our psychologists use a variety of therapies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, Mindfulness, Solution Focussed Therapy and Gottman relationship counselling. You can discover more in the team section on our website.
(03) 8797 2849 View (03) 8797 2849
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Ashley Ogilvie
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm Ashley - a Scottish-born integrative psychotherapist and arts therapist based in Edithvale, Bayside. I specialise in neurodivergent adults, teens, and families - particularly those who've spent years feeling misunderstood, exhausted by masking, or let down by traditional approaches. If you've tried therapy before and it didn't quite fit - or you've just received an ADHD or AuDHD diagnosis and don't know what to do with it - you're in the right place. I work differently. Sessions can happen in the therapy room, walking along the beach, or through the arts - whatever helps you feel safe enough to actually show up.
I'm Ashley - a Scottish-born integrative psychotherapist and arts therapist based in Edithvale, Bayside. I specialise in neurodivergent adults, teens, and families - particularly those who've spent years feeling misunderstood, exhausted by masking, or let down by traditional approaches. If you've tried therapy before and it didn't quite fit - or you've just received an ADHD or AuDHD diagnosis and don't know what to do with it - you're in the right place. I work differently. Sessions can happen in the therapy room, walking along the beach, or through the arts - whatever helps you feel safe enough to actually show up.
(03) 8771 4024 View (03) 8771 4024
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Litsa Pavlou
Counsellor, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Litsa can provide counselling to individuals and couples. She sees clients in-person in Melbourne or by telehealth. She can support people dealing with conflict in relationships, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief or mental health challenges caused by chronic illness (including carer support). Litsa has worked with people of all ages and from different backgrounds. Litsa can also provide counselling in the Greek language.
Litsa can provide counselling to individuals and couples. She sees clients in-person in Melbourne or by telehealth. She can support people dealing with conflict in relationships, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief or mental health challenges caused by chronic illness (including carer support). Litsa has worked with people of all ages and from different backgrounds. Litsa can also provide counselling in the Greek language.
0466 400 232 View 0466 400 232

More Therapists Nearby

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Maria Elisa Pretty
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L1
Online Only
The women I work with are often carrying more than anyone around them realises: grief after pregnancy or baby loss, postnatal anxiety, birth trauma, burnout, or a sense of self that's quietly shifting.
I offer online counselling for women across Australia, specialising in grief and pregnancy loss, perinatal mental health, postnatal anxiety, birth trauma, burnout, life transitions. My approach is trauma-informed and relational. All sessions are via Google Meet, 50 minutes, with a free 15 minute introductory call to start and understand if we are a good fit.
The women I work with are often carrying more than anyone around them realises: grief after pregnancy or baby loss, postnatal anxiety, birth trauma, burnout, or a sense of self that's quietly shifting.
I offer online counselling for women across Australia, specialising in grief and pregnancy loss, perinatal mental health, postnatal anxiety, birth trauma, burnout, life transitions. My approach is trauma-informed and relational. All sessions are via Google Meet, 50 minutes, with a free 15 minute introductory call to start and understand if we are a good fit.
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Barbara Drossos
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Coburg, VIC 3058
I've worked in reproductive health and provide unplanned pregnancy counselling and perinatal support.
Life can be hard to navigate, especially when we face transitions, stressors and/or crises. Counselling can make a difference. I provide non-judgmental, warm and thoughtful support to work towards change through increasing self-awareness, developing interpersonal and self-care skills, as well as processing trauma that may still be impacting your life.
I've worked in reproductive health and provide unplanned pregnancy counselling and perinatal support.
Life can be hard to navigate, especially when we face transitions, stressors and/or crises. Counselling can make a difference. I provide non-judgmental, warm and thoughtful support to work towards change through increasing self-awareness, developing interpersonal and self-care skills, as well as processing trauma that may still be impacting your life.
(03) 9344 1556 View (03) 9344 1556
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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
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Dr. Sunaina Seth
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Narre Warren, VIC 3805
I work with a broad range of presentations, with particular interests in anxiety disorders, low mood, trauma, workplace mental health, and perinatal wellbeing.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to individual needs. I draw on evidence-based treatments including CBT, ACT, EMDR, Family Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I also support clients experiencing workplace bullying, adjustment following workplace incidents, and return-to-work challenges, helping people build resilience and improve wellbeing
I work with a broad range of presentations, with particular interests in anxiety disorders, low mood, trauma, workplace mental health, and perinatal wellbeing.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to individual needs. I draw on evidence-based treatments including CBT, ACT, EMDR, Family Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I also support clients experiencing workplace bullying, adjustment following workplace incidents, and return-to-work challenges, helping people build resilience and improve wellbeing
(03) 5905 7136 View (03) 5905 7136
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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
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Bella Guilfoyle
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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 with a strong focus on eco-therapy, supporting clients through sessions held in natural outdoor environments as well as online. My work is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in mind–body awareness and nervous system regulation. Being in nature can gently support feelings of safety, connection, and emotional balance, creating a different and often deeply calming therapeutic experience.
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 with a strong focus on eco-therapy, supporting clients through sessions held in natural outdoor environments as well as online. My work is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in mind–body awareness and nervous system regulation. Being in nature can gently support feelings of safety, connection, and emotional balance, creating a different and often deeply calming therapeutic experience.
(07) 2100 4252 View (07) 2100 4252
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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
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Ghada El Zohbi
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Preston, VIC 3072
Women’s mental health is often connected to broader life circumstances such as fertility challenges, pregnancy, early parenthood, chronic pelvic pain, or sexual health concerns affecting intimacy and wellbeing.
Ghada has extensive experience supporting women across different life stages and complex experiences. Alongside private practice, she has spent the past five years in public mental health across pelvic pain and perinatal services, and works in a women’s acute psychiatric unit. She offers a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, person-centred approach.
Women’s mental health is often connected to broader life circumstances such as fertility challenges, pregnancy, early parenthood, chronic pelvic pain, or sexual health concerns affecting intimacy and wellbeing.
Ghada has extensive experience supporting women across different life stages and complex experiences. Alongside private practice, she has spent the past five years in public mental health across pelvic pain and perinatal services, and works in a women’s acute psychiatric unit. She offers a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, person-centred approach.
(03) 9021 2033 View (03) 9021 2033
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Davinder Gill
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I support clients who are experiencing chronic stress, long standing anxiety or depression, relationship challenges, attachment or trauma related difficulties, going through difficult transitions, complex trauma or postnatal depression/anxiety.
I support clients who are experiencing chronic stress, long standing anxiety or depression, relationship challenges, attachment or trauma related difficulties, going through difficult transitions, complex trauma or postnatal depression/anxiety.
(02) 4703 7296 View (02) 4703 7296
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Brielle Thomson
Social Worker, AASW
Croydon, VIC 3136
Looking for support to reduce the overwhelm, anxiety, emotional heaviness of your fertility journey, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood or parenting?
I have a warm, gentle, non-judgmental, trauma informed approach to counselling, and work with you to explore your current challenges, provide space for you to feel heard and seen, honour and understand your experience, find tools that work for you, and move forwards - however that feels and looks for you.
Looking for support to reduce the overwhelm, anxiety, emotional heaviness of your fertility journey, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood or parenting?
I have a warm, gentle, non-judgmental, trauma informed approach to counselling, and work with you to explore your current challenges, provide space for you to feel heard and seen, honour and understand your experience, find tools that work for you, and move forwards - however that feels and looks for you.
0493 670 485 View 0493 670 485
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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
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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
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.