Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in London
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I am passionate about supporting clients through any period relating to parenthood, from (in)fertility, pregnancy, birth (including birth prep as well as birth trauma), postnatal depression and any issues relating to parenting.
I am passionate about empowering clients to develop or strengthen their own sense of agency in the world, so that they feel in control. In order to do this, I work collaboratively with clients rather than acting as an expert. I walk alongside my clients in their therapeutic journey, rather than taking the lead and instructing which can at times feel disempowering. Whilst I use my knowledge and expertise to help clients consider new ways of viewing the world and offer guidance on ways they may consider changing their behaviours to better suit their needs, I do not act as an "expert" as I believe each person knows themselves best.
I am passionate about supporting clients through any period relating to parenthood, from (in)fertility, pregnancy, birth (including birth prep as well as birth trauma), postnatal depression and any issues relating to parenting.
I am passionate about empowering clients to develop or strengthen their own sense of agency in the world, so that they feel in control. In order to do this, I work collaboratively with clients rather than acting as an expert. I walk alongside my clients in their therapeutic journey, rather than taking the lead and instructing which can at times feel disempowering. Whilst I use my knowledge and expertise to help clients consider new ways of viewing the world and offer guidance on ways they may consider changing their behaviours to better suit their needs, I do not act as an "expert" as I believe each person knows themselves best.
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We have a particular interest working with complex trauma and with difficulties in the perinatal period.
We embed a Trauma-Informed approach to our clinical practice using a contemporary psychoanalytic lens. We seek to provide individuals with a safe and supportive environment in which they can explore and process their past and present experiences. This approach recognises the impact that trauma and resilience can have on an individual's psychic world and seeks to address these experiences in a gentle and compassionate manner. In a trauma-informed clinical practice using a contemporary psychoanalytic lens, the therapist works collaboratively with the individual to explore their past experiences and current feelings.
We have a particular interest working with complex trauma and with difficulties in the perinatal period.
We embed a Trauma-Informed approach to our clinical practice using a contemporary psychoanalytic lens. We seek to provide individuals with a safe and supportive environment in which they can explore and process their past and present experiences. This approach recognises the impact that trauma and resilience can have on an individual's psychic world and seeks to address these experiences in a gentle and compassionate manner. In a trauma-informed clinical practice using a contemporary psychoanalytic lens, the therapist works collaboratively with the individual to explore their past experiences and current feelings.
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I am a specialist in working with perinatal clients and those who have experienced birth trauma, IVF, termination, pregnancy loss and baby loss.
Hello and welcome! I'm Rebecca, a BABCP accredited psychotherapist with 10 years experience working in mental health, both in the NHS and privately. I offer a holistic integrative approach incorporating CBT, EMDR, CFT, ACT, mindfulness and grief work, this allows me to adapt my approach to your unique needs. I specialise in PTSD and traumatic bereavement, as well as working with issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, OCD, social or health anxiety and panic.
I am a specialist in working with perinatal clients and those who have experienced birth trauma, IVF, termination, pregnancy loss and baby loss.
Hello and welcome! I'm Rebecca, a BABCP accredited psychotherapist with 10 years experience working in mental health, both in the NHS and privately. I offer a holistic integrative approach incorporating CBT, EMDR, CFT, ACT, mindfulness and grief work, this allows me to adapt my approach to your unique needs. I specialise in PTSD and traumatic bereavement, as well as working with issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, OCD, social or health anxiety and panic.
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Dr Victoria Dain - Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London EC1Y (Online Only)
I offer bespoke therapy that takes into account a person’s unique experiences across their lifespan. Understanding how we made sense of events that occurred across our lives can help us understand how we view ourselves and the world around us in current every-day life. Collaborative work is at the heart of my treatment-approach. I am a chartered Clinical Psychologist, trained at Kings College London. I have over 10 years clinical experience in many NHS settings, including inpatient units, major London hospitals, and a specialist trauma clinic. I currently provide therapy within an NHS specialist perinatal service.
I offer bespoke therapy that takes into account a person’s unique experiences across their lifespan. Understanding how we made sense of events that occurred across our lives can help us understand how we view ourselves and the world around us in current every-day life. Collaborative work is at the heart of my treatment-approach. I am a chartered Clinical Psychologist, trained at Kings College London. I have over 10 years clinical experience in many NHS settings, including inpatient units, major London hospitals, and a specialist trauma clinic. I currently provide therapy within an NHS specialist perinatal service.
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Dr Elnaz Mihanmehr
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London NW3 (Online Only)
Therapy offers a path for enhancing your understanding of your struggles within a safe environment and developing coping strategies to help you navigate challenging situations and make impactful changes in your life. I am a chartered and HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist as well as a BACP-licensed therapist. I currently work as a perinatal psychologist within the NHS Maternal Mental Health Service. It may help you know that others have described me as a kind, compassionate, and approachable psychologist.
Therapy offers a path for enhancing your understanding of your struggles within a safe environment and developing coping strategies to help you navigate challenging situations and make impactful changes in your life. I am a chartered and HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist as well as a BACP-licensed therapist. I currently work as a perinatal psychologist within the NHS Maternal Mental Health Service. It may help you know that others have described me as a kind, compassionate, and approachable psychologist.
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With a special interest in pregnancy issues and infertility.
I am trained to help others cope with emotional and social issues which can affect people of all ages. You may be suffering from anxiety or depression, have relationship problems, low self-esteem, have been bereaved or be dealing with other difficult events. Counselling provides you with a chance to talk about your feelings and experiences in a safe place with someone who will listen to and support you. I will seek to understand, not judge and will work with you to make sense of your situation and make changes that improve your life. I work with both individuals and couples.
With a special interest in pregnancy issues and infertility.
I am trained to help others cope with emotional and social issues which can affect people of all ages. You may be suffering from anxiety or depression, have relationship problems, low self-esteem, have been bereaved or be dealing with other difficult events. Counselling provides you with a chance to talk about your feelings and experiences in a safe place with someone who will listen to and support you. I will seek to understand, not judge and will work with you to make sense of your situation and make changes that improve your life. I work with both individuals and couples.
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I have a passion for working with pregnant and postpartum women.
Let's face it, life can be hard. It's rarely straightforward and can be difficult to untangle things on your own. Therapy can be a wonderful place to work through your emotions and get to know yourself. I work with people to address issues and patterns within their lives which are preventing them from living fully. In our work together I will learn about your life experiences, feelings and beliefs and how they might be affecting your current situation. Using this information, I will help you recognize and change unhelpful recurring patterns.
I have a passion for working with pregnant and postpartum women.
Let's face it, life can be hard. It's rarely straightforward and can be difficult to untangle things on your own. Therapy can be a wonderful place to work through your emotions and get to know yourself. I work with people to address issues and patterns within their lives which are preventing them from living fully. In our work together I will learn about your life experiences, feelings and beliefs and how they might be affecting your current situation. Using this information, I will help you recognize and change unhelpful recurring patterns.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist, with over 10 years experience working in mental health services in the NHS. I have considerable experience supporting people impacted by trauma and experiencing PTSD. I have also specialised in supporting people in their perinatal journeys. I have worked across a range of perinatal contexts including in a parent-infant relationship service as well as an Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist in a birth trauma service offering support to those affected by birth trauma and baby loss.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, with over 10 years experience working in mental health services in the NHS. I have considerable experience supporting people impacted by trauma and experiencing PTSD. I have also specialised in supporting people in their perinatal journeys. I have worked across a range of perinatal contexts including in a parent-infant relationship service as well as an Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist in a birth trauma service offering support to those affected by birth trauma and baby loss.
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Dr Joanna Harvey
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SW3 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Joanna, Chartered Counselling Psychologist and Cognitive Analytic Therapist. I am an experienced therapist and have supported clients with a broad range of difficulties for over a decade. Areas I can help you with include relationship difficulties, perinatal mental health (pregnancy and postpartum), anxiety, depression, anger and life transitions, such as adjusting to motherhood.
Hi, I’m Joanna, Chartered Counselling Psychologist and Cognitive Analytic Therapist. I am an experienced therapist and have supported clients with a broad range of difficulties for over a decade. Areas I can help you with include relationship difficulties, perinatal mental health (pregnancy and postpartum), anxiety, depression, anger and life transitions, such as adjusting to motherhood.
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Kirsty Carmichael
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SE3 (Online Only)
I have a special interest and expertise in trauma and perinatal mental health difficulties (antenatal and postnatal).
I am Dr Kirsty Carmichael and I am a Practitioner Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) with more than 12 years experience of working in the NHS. I offer a range of psychological therapies for adults, young people, couples and families.
I have a special interest and expertise in trauma and perinatal mental health difficulties (antenatal and postnatal).
I am Dr Kirsty Carmichael and I am a Practitioner Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) with more than 12 years experience of working in the NHS. I offer a range of psychological therapies for adults, young people, couples and families.
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I have a particular interest in pregnancy, the transition to parenthood and parental mental health due to my own experiences of becoming a mother.
Hello, my name is Jodie. I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience working within the NHS, private and charity sectors. I specialise in work with adults and young people and really work hard to ensure each of my clients is offered thoughtful and individualised care. Life can be hard and I believe that everyone could benefit from therapy at a number of points in their life, not just at the point of mental health crisis. People often come to see me at a time of change, life transition or when there is a difficult decision to be made in their lives. Alternatively, people might reach out when feeling stuck.
I have a particular interest in pregnancy, the transition to parenthood and parental mental health due to my own experiences of becoming a mother.
Hello, my name is Jodie. I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience working within the NHS, private and charity sectors. I specialise in work with adults and young people and really work hard to ensure each of my clients is offered thoughtful and individualised care. Life can be hard and I believe that everyone could benefit from therapy at a number of points in their life, not just at the point of mental health crisis. People often come to see me at a time of change, life transition or when there is a difficult decision to be made in their lives. Alternatively, people might reach out when feeling stuck.
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Are you struggling to overcome events or memories from your past? Maybe you feel trapped in negative patterns and behaviours. You might be navigating significant life transitions, such as pregnancy, motherhood or recovery from personal trauma. You feel overwhelmed, anxious and uncertain about the changes happening in your life. Or, you might be feeling stuck with the lack of change happening. You want to heal from past traumas and improve your overall well-being. You dream of achieving inner peace and contentment and you hope to build and maintain healthy, supportive relationships with partners, friends and family.
Are you struggling to overcome events or memories from your past? Maybe you feel trapped in negative patterns and behaviours. You might be navigating significant life transitions, such as pregnancy, motherhood or recovery from personal trauma. You feel overwhelmed, anxious and uncertain about the changes happening in your life. Or, you might be feeling stuck with the lack of change happening. You want to heal from past traumas and improve your overall well-being. You dream of achieving inner peace and contentment and you hope to build and maintain healthy, supportive relationships with partners, friends and family.
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Dr Elena Alexandrou
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London E9 (Online Only)
I specialise in offering EMDR to clients with trauma/PTSD, early life relationship disruptions, trauma related to pregnancy and birth, bereavement/loss and workplace stress.
I am a HCPC registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist and EMDR Consultant/Clinical Supervisor. I work with people aged 16+ with a range of psychological difficulties. Are you finding it difficult to cope right now? In tricky romantic, peer or family relationships? Perhaps you have been struggling for a while with anxiety, low mood or you have been blindsided by a traumatic/adverse event in your life? Perhaps something difficult has happened in your journey to becoming a parent or at work that you are struggling to overcome? If any of these apply to you, psychological therapy with me could make a real difference!
I specialise in offering EMDR to clients with trauma/PTSD, early life relationship disruptions, trauma related to pregnancy and birth, bereavement/loss and workplace stress.
I am a HCPC registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist and EMDR Consultant/Clinical Supervisor. I work with people aged 16+ with a range of psychological difficulties. Are you finding it difficult to cope right now? In tricky romantic, peer or family relationships? Perhaps you have been struggling for a while with anxiety, low mood or you have been blindsided by a traumatic/adverse event in your life? Perhaps something difficult has happened in your journey to becoming a parent or at work that you are struggling to overcome? If any of these apply to you, psychological therapy with me could make a real difference!
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I have experience working in the perinatal period supporting to be and new parents with the transition to parenthood.
I am an OCD specialist, having a lead role at a highly specialist national service and have worked as a therapist in the NHS for over 20 years. I provide evidence based therapy to treat disorders and psychological difficulties including PTSD, general anxiety, phobias, low self esteem, eating disorders, depression and perfectionism. My clients often report feeling stuck in a pattern of thinking or behaviour and want to make real and lasting changes. My approach focuses on identifying and working through what is maintaining the difficulties and helps clients to gain the tools to keep them self well once therapy has ended.
I have experience working in the perinatal period supporting to be and new parents with the transition to parenthood.
I am an OCD specialist, having a lead role at a highly specialist national service and have worked as a therapist in the NHS for over 20 years. I provide evidence based therapy to treat disorders and psychological difficulties including PTSD, general anxiety, phobias, low self esteem, eating disorders, depression and perfectionism. My clients often report feeling stuck in a pattern of thinking or behaviour and want to make real and lasting changes. My approach focuses on identifying and working through what is maintaining the difficulties and helps clients to gain the tools to keep them self well once therapy has ended.
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I hold an area of additional interest working with clients whom are on or have been on a difficult fertility, pregnancy , birthing or parenting journey and wish to seek specialist emotional support.
I am a UCKP registered and BACP accredited Integrative psychotherapist and counsellor. I currently practice privately in Shoreditch and on-line. Having previously worked in various counselling and NHS settings providing therapy to clients with a wide range of emotional and psychological needs I am particularly experienced in supporting those who are struggling with depression & low mood, anxiety & overwhelm, identity & self-esteem issues, eating & body issues, relationship problems, addictive behaviours, stress & burn out, lack of direction, life transitions, loss & bereavement, trauma & body-based pain / illness and more...
I hold an area of additional interest working with clients whom are on or have been on a difficult fertility, pregnancy , birthing or parenting journey and wish to seek specialist emotional support.
I am a UCKP registered and BACP accredited Integrative psychotherapist and counsellor. I currently practice privately in Shoreditch and on-line. Having previously worked in various counselling and NHS settings providing therapy to clients with a wide range of emotional and psychological needs I am particularly experienced in supporting those who are struggling with depression & low mood, anxiety & overwhelm, identity & self-esteem issues, eating & body issues, relationship problems, addictive behaviours, stress & burn out, lack of direction, life transitions, loss & bereavement, trauma & body-based pain / illness and more...
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Elizabeth specialises in treating women's issues including eating disorders/body image concerns, anxiety and depression, and perinatal issues. Elizabeth also sees adolescent clients with anxiety, depression, and eating disorders/disordered eating. She uses many approaches in treatment including cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness and she integrates a holistic and strengths-based approach as well when treating clients in any area.
Elizabeth specialises in treating women's issues including eating disorders/body image concerns, anxiety and depression, and perinatal issues. Elizabeth also sees adolescent clients with anxiety, depression, and eating disorders/disordered eating. She uses many approaches in treatment including cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness and she integrates a holistic and strengths-based approach as well when treating clients in any area.
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If you're currently dealing with issues linked to parenting, motherhood, career, relationships, infertility, miscarriage, anger, sexuality or anxiety, then I offer a space with which to think about these together.
I have over 15 years' experience as a psychotherapist, supervisor and trainer. I work in a creative, collaberative manner, focusing on your aims as the backbone of the therapy. I offer a supportive environment, either in-person or online to make sense of yourself and what you're experiencing.
If you're currently dealing with issues linked to parenting, motherhood, career, relationships, infertility, miscarriage, anger, sexuality or anxiety, then I offer a space with which to think about these together.
I have over 15 years' experience as a psychotherapist, supervisor and trainer. I work in a creative, collaberative manner, focusing on your aims as the backbone of the therapy. I offer a supportive environment, either in-person or online to make sense of yourself and what you're experiencing.
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I have specialist expertise in working with those hoping to become parents or in the perinatal period.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist who has worked across a number of leading London hospitals including UCLH and Great Ormond Street. I always tailor my approach to the individual drawing on a number of therapeutic models including, EMDR, systemic, psychodynamic and CBT. People seek support from me for issues relating to trauma, anxiety, low mood, physical health diagnoses and other challenges.
I have specialist expertise in working with those hoping to become parents or in the perinatal period.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist who has worked across a number of leading London hospitals including UCLH and Great Ormond Street. I always tailor my approach to the individual drawing on a number of therapeutic models including, EMDR, systemic, psychodynamic and CBT. People seek support from me for issues relating to trauma, anxiety, low mood, physical health diagnoses and other challenges.
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I have a special interest in supporting clients with work challenges, relationship difficulties, pregnancy and parenting concerns, and I welcome clients from all backgrounds, cultures and identities.
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist providing therapy services in French and English in person in Peckham, London, and online. I offer a relaxed and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences and support you to reach a deeper self-understanding, develop your resilience and overcome the challenges you may be facing. As an integrative practitioner, I draw from a variety of psychotherapeutic modalities, allowing for a truly collaborative and personalised approach to therapy, tailored to your preferences.
I have a special interest in supporting clients with work challenges, relationship difficulties, pregnancy and parenting concerns, and I welcome clients from all backgrounds, cultures and identities.
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist providing therapy services in French and English in person in Peckham, London, and online. I offer a relaxed and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences and support you to reach a deeper self-understanding, develop your resilience and overcome the challenges you may be facing. As an integrative practitioner, I draw from a variety of psychotherapeutic modalities, allowing for a truly collaborative and personalised approach to therapy, tailored to your preferences.
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Chandni uses evidence-based psychological interventions that have been trialed and researched within healthcare, proven to have effective outcomes and facilitate change. She is passionate about improving access to psychological support and working with hard to populations, ethnic minority groups, diversity and difference. Chandni specialises in the treament of all anxiety and depressive disorders but also has advanced training and experience in treating the niche areas of: Perinatal Mental Health (prenatal & postnatal wellbeing), Birth Trauma, PTSD and Trauma, Past abuse, sexual assualt / sexual violence and rape
Chandni uses evidence-based psychological interventions that have been trialed and researched within healthcare, proven to have effective outcomes and facilitate change. She is passionate about improving access to psychological support and working with hard to populations, ethnic minority groups, diversity and difference. Chandni specialises in the treament of all anxiety and depressive disorders but also has advanced training and experience in treating the niche areas of: Perinatal Mental Health (prenatal & postnatal wellbeing), Birth Trauma, PTSD and Trauma, Past abuse, sexual assualt / sexual violence and rape
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counsellors
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.