Perinatal Counselling
While I am open to working with a variety of issues and I welcome all enquiries, I also have a passion for perinatal mental health.
For many, experiences within pregnancy and postpartum can be the most fulfilling and yet, the most challenging. While pre-existing mental health struggles can reappear with force, new unfamiliar struggles can also creep up and surprise you.
Becoming a mother leaves no woman as it found her. It unravels her and rebuilds her. It cracks her open, takes her to her edges. It's both beautiful and brutal, often at the same time.' -
Nikki McCahon, Matrescence Educator.
'Matrescence' describes the profound developmental process of becoming a mother, impacting physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. The impact of this significant life shift affects the entire family, as fathers/partners can also experience challenges like postnatal depression.
Whatever your perinatal experience—be it a disconnect from a changing body, the echoes of a difficult birth, or the exhaustion of sleepless nights—you are not alone.
If you feel lost in your new world, mourning your old identity, confidence and independence, or simply unsupported during this massive transition, I offer a kind and steady hand to help you find your footing once again.Within this gentle environment, you have the opportunity to pause, breathe and rediscover your inner resources. Whether you need a safe container to release your frustrations or, a quiet moment to regain your balance, our sessions provide the emotional anchor you need to thrive (or even simply survive) through this transition.