Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Sandringham, VIC

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Jocelyn Louise Andrew
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Sandringham, VIC 3191
I have 35 years experience as a clinical psychologist with older adolescents, adults & couples. I have advanced training in EMDR, hypnosis & many therapeutic frameworks including CBT, Schema Therapy, IFS & Gottman to individualise your therapy. I work effectively with PTSD, CPTSD (eg childhood trauma), grief, perinatal & other depression, generalised anxiety, phobias, panic and perfectionism in OCD and BDD. My approach is warm & embedded in mindfulness and attachment theory. The therapeutic relationship between you and I is the vehicle of change. I respect your vulnerability & trust. My goal is to empower you with my skills.
I have 35 years experience as a clinical psychologist with older adolescents, adults & couples. I have advanced training in EMDR, hypnosis & many therapeutic frameworks including CBT, Schema Therapy, IFS & Gottman to individualise your therapy. I work effectively with PTSD, CPTSD (eg childhood trauma), grief, perinatal & other depression, generalised anxiety, phobias, panic and perfectionism in OCD and BDD. My approach is warm & embedded in mindfulness and attachment theory. The therapeutic relationship between you and I is the vehicle of change. I respect your vulnerability & trust. My goal is to empower you with my skills.
(03) 8771 4248 View (03) 8771 4248
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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
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Stacey Tuffin
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
I have over 15 years experience working with individuals affected by loss, grief and trauma following sudden life events. This has included adult and paediatric palliative care, fertility and IVF, and supporting individuals experiencing the loss of a missing person. I have extensive practical experience sitting with individuals during very difficult situations and understand the need to build a trusting relationship in session. I have been one of only a handful of counsellors to work in the missing persons sector and understand the trauma and loss experienced by families.
I have over 15 years experience working with individuals affected by loss, grief and trauma following sudden life events. This has included adult and paediatric palliative care, fertility and IVF, and supporting individuals experiencing the loss of a missing person. I have extensive practical experience sitting with individuals during very difficult situations and understand the need to build a trusting relationship in session. I have been one of only a handful of counsellors to work in the missing persons sector and understand the trauma and loss experienced by families.
(03) 9002 0440 View (03) 9002 0440
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Tanya Wilson - Clinical Psych - MindZen Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
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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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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Amy Redman Psychology - EMDR/ Trauma Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Hi I'm Amy, I am a Counselling Psychologist. I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults. My therapeutic approach is client centred, where client's goals, interest and preferences guide treatment. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being and experience of life’s many challenges.
Hi I'm Amy, I am a Counselling Psychologist. I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults. My therapeutic approach is client centred, where client's goals, interest and preferences guide treatment. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being and experience of life’s many challenges.
0444 572 251 View 0444 572 251
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Kathryn Williamson
Psychologist, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Serves Area
Kathryn has 30 years of experience working as a Health Psychologist in both the private and public sector. Kathryn is a Board approved supervisor and has a background in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, anger and trauma. She has a focus and an interest in supporting people with chronic health conditions including chronic pain and chronic fatigue syndrome. Kathryn works with survivors of sexual abuse and sexual assault and has a love of working with relationship issues and personal development.
Kathryn has 30 years of experience working as a Health Psychologist in both the private and public sector. Kathryn is a Board approved supervisor and has a background in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, anger and trauma. She has a focus and an interest in supporting people with chronic health conditions including chronic pain and chronic fatigue syndrome. Kathryn works with survivors of sexual abuse and sexual assault and has a love of working with relationship issues and personal development.
0409 554 850 View 0409 554 850
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Jessica Ciarma
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have a special interest in treating anxiety disorders (e.g. social anxiety, generalised anxiety, panic disorder), depression, eating disorders (binge eating, bulimia, body image concerns), as well as supporting new parents through pregnancy and post-partum.
Having practiced as a psychologist for 10 years, I’ve learnt the importance of really listening and helping clients to better understand themselves. I tailor treatment based on everyone's unique needs and feedback, but also incorporate practical strategies from evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, Interpersonal Therapy and Schema Therapy.
I have a special interest in treating anxiety disorders (e.g. social anxiety, generalised anxiety, panic disorder), depression, eating disorders (binge eating, bulimia, body image concerns), as well as supporting new parents through pregnancy and post-partum.
Having practiced as a psychologist for 10 years, I’ve learnt the importance of really listening and helping clients to better understand themselves. I tailor treatment based on everyone's unique needs and feedback, but also incorporate practical strategies from evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, Interpersonal Therapy and Schema Therapy.
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Lisa Bloom
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist helping individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating and binge eating, and body image issues. I work with clients who are ready to overcome their inner critic and the habits that keep them stuck. I work with people who don't want to just focus on diet and weight (although this can be important at times), but also get to the root cause of their relationship with food and their body. Additionally, I support those trapped in patterns of unhelpful relationships, anxiety, self-criticism, perfectionism, and chronic unhappiness, guiding them toward a new, healthier path.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist helping individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating and binge eating, and body image issues. I work with clients who are ready to overcome their inner critic and the habits that keep them stuck. I work with people who don't want to just focus on diet and weight (although this can be important at times), but also get to the root cause of their relationship with food and their body. Additionally, I support those trapped in patterns of unhelpful relationships, anxiety, self-criticism, perfectionism, and chronic unhappiness, guiding them toward a new, healthier path.
(03) 7500 5433 View (03) 7500 5433
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Aphrodite Papageorgiou
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might be feeling stuck,overwhelmed or not quite like yourself lately.Maybe you're caught in patterns of people-pleasing or avoiding past joys.Perhaps you're tired of anxious thoughts on repeat or replaying past hurts.You want to feel more confident,lighter,clearer, trust your instincts & feel more like yourself again,to actually enjoy life rather than just getting by.I'm a Clinical Psychologist/EMDR Therapist with 18+ years across public/private mental health settings.With my warm,grounded & practical approach,I use EMDR & other methods to help you reconnect with your strength,gain clarity & move forward with genuine confidence.
You might be feeling stuck,overwhelmed or not quite like yourself lately.Maybe you're caught in patterns of people-pleasing or avoiding past joys.Perhaps you're tired of anxious thoughts on repeat or replaying past hurts.You want to feel more confident,lighter,clearer, trust your instincts & feel more like yourself again,to actually enjoy life rather than just getting by.I'm a Clinical Psychologist/EMDR Therapist with 18+ years across public/private mental health settings.With my warm,grounded & practical approach,I use EMDR & other methods to help you reconnect with your strength,gain clarity & move forward with genuine confidence.
(03) 7500 5751 View (03) 7500 5751

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Barbara Drossos
Social Worker, AMHSW
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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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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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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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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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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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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Erin Jones Therapy (Art and Play Therapy)
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
1 Endorsed
Doreen, VIC 3754
I have a passion working with people to improve their wellbeing and achieve the goals that they set for themselves. I am experienced working with individuals with complex chronic and acute illness and understand the complexities of illness and the impacts this has on a persons mental and emotion state. I also have a large and invested interest in supporting women as they navigate the journey into motherhood (matrescence) and the emotional challenges this can bring along with the change in identity and self. As a mother of 2 young children I understand first hand the day to day challenges being a mother can be.
I have a passion working with people to improve their wellbeing and achieve the goals that they set for themselves. I am experienced working with individuals with complex chronic and acute illness and understand the complexities of illness and the impacts this has on a persons mental and emotion state. I also have a large and invested interest in supporting women as they navigate the journey into motherhood (matrescence) and the emotional challenges this can bring along with the change in identity and self. As a mother of 2 young children I understand first hand the day to day challenges being a mother can be.
(03) 8104 9750 View (03) 8104 9750
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Dianne Nash
Psychologist, MAPS
Online Only
My areas of interest include: pregnancy, anxiety and OCD, PTSD, co-regulation, parenting support, life transitions, stress management, self-esteem, pregnancy related counselling support.
I am a Registered Psychologist with AHPRA. My therapeutic practice draws on a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused, Compassion Focused and Clinical EFT Tapping. Talk therapy alone is often not enough, focusing on somatic processing I believe is an essential part to processing emotions. As emotions are felt in the body too. My aim in sessions is to build a respectful and trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients. This helps to make you feel safe, heard and understood.
My areas of interest include: pregnancy, anxiety and OCD, PTSD, co-regulation, parenting support, life transitions, stress management, self-esteem, pregnancy related counselling support.
I am a Registered Psychologist with AHPRA. My therapeutic practice draws on a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused, Compassion Focused and Clinical EFT Tapping. Talk therapy alone is often not enough, focusing on somatic processing I believe is an essential part to processing emotions. As emotions are felt in the body too. My aim in sessions is to build a respectful and trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients. This helps to make you feel safe, heard and understood.
(03) 4422 4138 View (03) 4422 4138
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Rachael Flack
Social Worker, AMHSW
Seaford, VIC 3198
I have personal experience of infertility & pregnancy loss, & a solo mum of 3 ND children, I know the importance of having support through all of these stages.
I can provide Medicare rebated non-directive pregnancy support counselling, private (full-fee) counselling and coaching, in clinic/telehealth sessions, mother groups/circles/workshops, postpartum doula support, gentle/conscious parenting & sleep support, pregnancy & infant loss support, & support for parents of neurodivergent children or solo/co-parents
I have personal experience of infertility & pregnancy loss, & a solo mum of 3 ND children, I know the importance of having support through all of these stages.
I can provide Medicare rebated non-directive pregnancy support counselling, private (full-fee) counselling and coaching, in clinic/telehealth sessions, mother groups/circles/workshops, postpartum doula support, gentle/conscious parenting & sleep support, pregnancy & infant loss support, & support for parents of neurodivergent children or solo/co-parents
(03) 5909 9996 View (03) 5909 9996
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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
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.