Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Maribyrnong, VIC

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Harshani Algiriya
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Maribyrnong, VIC 3032
I provide trauma-informed therapy for individuals and couples, with a focus on supporting meaningful and lasting change. My work is grounded in evidence-based approaches, particularly EMDR therapy, and is tailored to each person’s unique experiences and goals. I support clients who may be experiencing: Trauma and complex or unresolved past experiences, Anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm, Depression and low mood, Relationship and family challenges, Burnout, life transitions, and work-related stress, Sleep difficulties and patterns linked to emotional distress.
I provide trauma-informed therapy for individuals and couples, with a focus on supporting meaningful and lasting change. My work is grounded in evidence-based approaches, particularly EMDR therapy, and is tailored to each person’s unique experiences and goals. I support clients who may be experiencing: Trauma and complex or unresolved past experiences, Anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm, Depression and low mood, Relationship and family challenges, Burnout, life transitions, and work-related stress, Sleep difficulties and patterns linked to emotional distress.
(03) 8595 5442 View (03) 8595 5442
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Vanessa Del Valle from Wellness & Co.
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
5 Endorsed
Maribyrnong, VIC 3032
Imagine feeling overwhelmed, lonely, unsupported, burdened by grief or mental health issues. These challenges can leave you feeling lost and stuck in your current circumstances. The goal is to find hope, purpose, and a healthier life. Vanessa Del Valle at Wellness & Co. understands these struggles and provides the support and guidance needed to navigate these challenges and emerge stronger.
Imagine feeling overwhelmed, lonely, unsupported, burdened by grief or mental health issues. These challenges can leave you feeling lost and stuck in your current circumstances. The goal is to find hope, purpose, and a healthier life. Vanessa Del Valle at Wellness & Co. understands these struggles and provides the support and guidance needed to navigate these challenges and emerge stronger.
(03) 7003 2935 View (03) 7003 2935
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Bright Psych
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
(03) 9068 6415 View (03) 9068 6415
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Maree Nekich
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
As a Clinical Psychologist with additional specialist training in Family Therapy Maree has undergone extensive training to help her understand, prevent and relieve distress. She has over 15yrs experience in the private & public mental health care industry where she has provided individual, couple and family therapy to clients aged 6–80yrs. Her approach respects that the needs of each client will be unique and can't be simplified by a generic diagnosis or treated in a generic way. Therefore, every client will be afforded the opportunity to be listened to deeply at their own pace and following an assessment offered tailored treatment.
As a Clinical Psychologist with additional specialist training in Family Therapy Maree has undergone extensive training to help her understand, prevent and relieve distress. She has over 15yrs experience in the private & public mental health care industry where she has provided individual, couple and family therapy to clients aged 6–80yrs. Her approach respects that the needs of each client will be unique and can't be simplified by a generic diagnosis or treated in a generic way. Therefore, every client will be afforded the opportunity to be listened to deeply at their own pace and following an assessment offered tailored treatment.
(03) 9111 2650 View (03) 9111 2650
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Dr Hana Guo
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Serves Area
As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in managing anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), grief and perinatal struggles.
Welcome to AMH Psychology, Anxiety Management Hub, a boutique psychology clinic in Melbourne. My name is Dr Hana Guo, and I am Clinical Psychologist trained in EMDR, CBT and ISTDP psychodynamic therapy. I am dedicated to helping my clients see and break free from the unhealthy and often unconscious patterns that keep on repeating. I support both individuals who warrant a mental health diagnosis as well as professionals without any diagnosis (ie., health and mental health practitioners, lawyers, engineers) who are seeking coaching or self improvement to be happier better adjusted individuals.
As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in managing anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), grief and perinatal struggles.
Welcome to AMH Psychology, Anxiety Management Hub, a boutique psychology clinic in Melbourne. My name is Dr Hana Guo, and I am Clinical Psychologist trained in EMDR, CBT and ISTDP psychodynamic therapy. I am dedicated to helping my clients see and break free from the unhealthy and often unconscious patterns that keep on repeating. I support both individuals who warrant a mental health diagnosis as well as professionals without any diagnosis (ie., health and mental health practitioners, lawyers, engineers) who are seeking coaching or self improvement to be happier better adjusted individuals.
0401 649 365 View 0401 649 365
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Counselling in Perth
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
Serves Area
We believe that change comes from within ourselves. As the founder at Counselling in Perth with over 20 years experience as a therapist, Nancy Carbone addresses the root cause of issues by working with the underlying feelings and thoughts that drive unwanted behaviors. Her therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients reconnect with their authentic selves through psychoanalytic practices. Nancy specializes in helping couples and individuals break free from self defeating patterns of behaviour and heal from attachment wounds.
We believe that change comes from within ourselves. As the founder at Counselling in Perth with over 20 years experience as a therapist, Nancy Carbone addresses the root cause of issues by working with the underlying feelings and thoughts that drive unwanted behaviors. Her therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients reconnect with their authentic selves through psychoanalytic practices. Nancy specializes in helping couples and individuals break free from self defeating patterns of behaviour and heal from attachment wounds.
(03) 9069 9596 View (03) 9069 9596
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Julie Paschke
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Julie, and if you're struggling at the moment and in need of support, please do not hesitate to make an enquiry via email (I will reply within 24 hours). Appointments available within 1-3 weeks. After hours and Telehealth appointments available. Adults 18+ only. I do not work with Workcover, TAC, DVA or NDIS. You can see me privately or via a Treatment Plan from your GP. Whether it's anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, addiction, trauma, self-esteem or grief, I would welcome the opportunity to build a safe, kind and supportive space with you to explore your experiences, feelings and challenges.
Hi, I'm Julie, and if you're struggling at the moment and in need of support, please do not hesitate to make an enquiry via email (I will reply within 24 hours). Appointments available within 1-3 weeks. After hours and Telehealth appointments available. Adults 18+ only. I do not work with Workcover, TAC, DVA or NDIS. You can see me privately or via a Treatment Plan from your GP. Whether it's anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, addiction, trauma, self-esteem or grief, I would welcome the opportunity to build a safe, kind and supportive space with you to explore your experiences, feelings and challenges.
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Karen Potter
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Camberwell, VIC 3124
She works with individuals and couples around a range of mental health, life and relationship issues, Karen also has a strong focus on perinatal issues (from the idea of a baby, to conceiving (or not), pregnancy, birthing and post-natal years).
The types of issues that Karen has extensive experience and training to work with includes: trauma, perinatal, anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, ADHD, ASD, relationships, communication, troubling behaviours, emotional dysregulation and life transitions (endings and beginnings) of relationships, work, health, home, family as well as the end phase.
She works with individuals and couples around a range of mental health, life and relationship issues, Karen also has a strong focus on perinatal issues (from the idea of a baby, to conceiving (or not), pregnancy, birthing and post-natal years).
The types of issues that Karen has extensive experience and training to work with includes: trauma, perinatal, anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, ADHD, ASD, relationships, communication, troubling behaviours, emotional dysregulation and life transitions (endings and beginnings) of relationships, work, health, home, family as well as the end phase.
0438 389 829 View 0438 389 829
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Ashley Anjou
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Hawthorn, VIC 3122
Ashley has special interest in working with anxiety, adult ADHD (assessment and treatment), and perinatal mental health.
Ashley is a Clinical Psychologist known for her warm, compassionate, and approachable style. She is dedicated to building strong therapeutic relationships where clients feel truly heard, supported, and safe to explore their challenges. With a natural ability to bring humour to sessions when appropriate, Ashley creates a balanced and engaging therapeutic space that fosters trust and connection.
Ashley has special interest in working with anxiety, adult ADHD (assessment and treatment), and perinatal mental health.
Ashley is a Clinical Psychologist known for her warm, compassionate, and approachable style. She is dedicated to building strong therapeutic relationships where clients feel truly heard, supported, and safe to explore their challenges. With a natural ability to bring humour to sessions when appropriate, Ashley creates a balanced and engaging therapeutic space that fosters trust and connection.
(03) 7003 2206 View (03) 7003 2206
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Vaishnavi Nanjappan
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Croydon, VIC 3136
My ideal client is anyone who feels overwhelmed by emotions or stuck in patterns that can't be fully explained. Anyone who might be navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, or major life changes, and want a space where they don’t need to find the “right” words. Anyone who is seeking clarity, calm, and deeper self-connection. Anyone curious about using non-traditional approaches to healing. Through art therapy, I offer a gentle, expressive process that allows you to safely explore feelings, uncover inner strengths, and build resilience, helping you to move forward with greater confidence, insight, and emotional balance.
My ideal client is anyone who feels overwhelmed by emotions or stuck in patterns that can't be fully explained. Anyone who might be navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, or major life changes, and want a space where they don’t need to find the “right” words. Anyone who is seeking clarity, calm, and deeper self-connection. Anyone curious about using non-traditional approaches to healing. Through art therapy, I offer a gentle, expressive process that allows you to safely explore feelings, uncover inner strengths, and build resilience, helping you to move forward with greater confidence, insight, and emotional balance.
(03) 8203 5676 View (03) 8203 5676
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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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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
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Brenden Wardle
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
While I value supporting parents in the perinatal period, my primary focus is helping people navigate anxiety and trauma.
My approach is warm, genuine, and person-centred. I draw on evidence-based modalities, including attachment-focused and trauma-informed therapies, to help you navigate challenges and move toward lasting change. I believe each person has the capacity to flourish, and therapy can provide the guidance and support needed to unlock that potential.
While I value supporting parents in the perinatal period, my primary focus is helping people navigate anxiety and trauma.
My approach is warm, genuine, and person-centred. I draw on evidence-based modalities, including attachment-focused and trauma-informed therapies, to help you navigate challenges and move toward lasting change. I believe each person has the capacity to flourish, and therapy can provide the guidance and support needed to unlock that potential.
(03) 5907 5991 View (03) 5907 5991
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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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Claudiana Arteiro
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
With specialized training in ISTDP and perinatal mental health, I provide evidence-based therapy tailored to each client's needs.
Claudiana believes in setting meaningful goals and developing a personalised, client-centred approach. Her strength is in engagement, as she is a warm yet effective therapist who sees taking the first step toward therapy as a courageous and empowering choice. Claudiana’s therapeutic approach includes a focus on unconscious thoughts and feelings that can impact mood, behaviour and relationships. Psychodynamic psychotherapy includes looking at underlying causes to better support each person’s growth, healing and overall well-being, and is often considered an important approach when there are long-standing mental health difficulties.
With specialized training in ISTDP and perinatal mental health, I provide evidence-based therapy tailored to each client's needs.
Claudiana believes in setting meaningful goals and developing a personalised, client-centred approach. Her strength is in engagement, as she is a warm yet effective therapist who sees taking the first step toward therapy as a courageous and empowering choice. Claudiana’s therapeutic approach includes a focus on unconscious thoughts and feelings that can impact mood, behaviour and relationships. Psychodynamic psychotherapy includes looking at underlying causes to better support each person’s growth, healing and overall well-being, and is often considered an important approach when there are long-standing mental health difficulties.
(03) 9994 1725 View (03) 9994 1725
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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
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Happy Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
The team at Happy Minds Psychology work with individuals, couples and families during the most vulnerable times in their lives, where they might be battling infertility, perinatal depression or anxiety, parenting issues, eating disorders or experiencing trauma.
Anxiety & Depression Grief Counseling Trauma Counseling EMDR & EMDR Intensives Body Image LGBTQI+ Support Women’s Mental Health Menopause Positive Ageing for Women Positive Psychology Infertility Counseling IVF Counseling Miscarriage Support Surrogacy Counseling & Assessments Postnatal Depression & Anxiety & more
The team at Happy Minds Psychology work with individuals, couples and families during the most vulnerable times in their lives, where they might be battling infertility, perinatal depression or anxiety, parenting issues, eating disorders or experiencing trauma.
Anxiety & Depression Grief Counseling Trauma Counseling EMDR & EMDR Intensives Body Image LGBTQI+ Support Women’s Mental Health Menopause Positive Ageing for Women Positive Psychology Infertility Counseling IVF Counseling Miscarriage Support Surrogacy Counseling & Assessments Postnatal Depression & Anxiety & more
(08) 9126 9440 View (08) 9126 9440
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Maggie Treppo
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Carlton, VIC 3053
I'm a psychologist passionate about supporting you in matters of parenting such as fertility, conception, loss, pregnancy, identity transitions, and raising humans.
My practice is, first and foremost human centred meaning I place emphasis on connection. I believe that only when we feel safe and seen in therapy can change take place. On a more technical level, I practice in Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with elements of Internal Family System (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I'm a psychologist passionate about supporting you in matters of parenting such as fertility, conception, loss, pregnancy, identity transitions, and raising humans.
My practice is, first and foremost human centred meaning I place emphasis on connection. I believe that only when we feel safe and seen in therapy can change take place. On a more technical level, I practice in Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with elements of Internal Family System (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
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Anastasia Auld
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, VIC 3004
Over 1000 sessions supporting individuals & partners, including IVF journey, pregnancy loss and perinatal challenges.
Do you feel stuck in the same relationship patterns - whether you’re in a relationship or single? You might feel drawn to unavailable partners, stuck in the same arguments, or choosing people who can’t meet you emotionally. These patterns are changeable, and therapy is where that shift begins.
Over 1000 sessions supporting individuals & partners, including IVF journey, pregnancy loss and perinatal challenges.
Do you feel stuck in the same relationship patterns - whether you’re in a relationship or single? You might feel drawn to unavailable partners, stuck in the same arguments, or choosing people who can’t meet you emotionally. These patterns are changeable, and therapy is where that shift begins.
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Stephanie Louise
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Stephanie is a Director and co-founder of Connected Minds Psychology, a Sessional Lecturer at Swinburne University, a Clinical Psychologist and a Board Approved Supervisor. She hopes to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to identify what is really important to them and make steps to move toward living a happier, healthier and more meaningful life. This strengths-based approach helps to empower clients to use their individual qualities to overcome life's challenges.
Stephanie is a Director and co-founder of Connected Minds Psychology, a Sessional Lecturer at Swinburne University, a Clinical Psychologist and a Board Approved Supervisor. She hopes to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to identify what is really important to them and make steps to move toward living a happier, healthier and more meaningful life. This strengths-based approach helps to empower clients to use their individual qualities to overcome life's challenges.
(03) 7037 6949 View (03) 7037 6949

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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.