Counselling for Mums 

Maternal Mental Health 

I have a specialism in the mental health of mums and supporting mothers / birthing parents with any challenges relating to parenthood - including pregnancy, postnatal support and the parenting journey thereafter. 

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The first years after having a baby are seen in society as being the most happy time of life, yet for many mums it is a time when you may be feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, anxious and isolated.

Matrescence is an anthorpologogical term used to describe the emotional, psychological and physical transition into motherhood and includes the pregnancy and postpartum years - it is a time that is often compared to adolescence in terms of its transformative nature! I understand the unique challenges and emotional complexities that come with this transition and I offer a supportive and nurturing space where you can talk through any issues surrounding motherhood and / or the experience of becoming a mum / birthing parent.

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Some examples of reasons why mums/birthing parents seek counselling include:

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• Pregnancy issues /worries about the birth

• Post-natal anxiety 

• Post-natal depression / low mood/ feeling sad that things are not how you expected them to be

• Birth experiences

• Family issues / exploring relationships with own parents/siblings

• Intergenerational trauma/not wanting to pass behaviours on to children

• Social isolation /social anxiety

• Changes in sense of identity

• Feelings of overwhelm​ / fatigue 

• Feelings of worthlessness/not good enough/low self-image

• Mum guilt / mum rage​

• Putting everyone else's needs before your own.

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I offer in-person counselling, outdoor therapy and online therapy. You are welcome to bring your baby along to your counselling sessions and/or to work online with your baby present - we can explore how this might work during our initial call. 

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Sessions last 50 minutes and are open-ended, allowing you as much time and space as you need.

You can read more about what to expect here.

To keep counselling as accessible as possible at this important time of life, I have a limited number of lower cost online sessions for people who are on maternity leave and for non-working mothers / birthing parents - I am happy to discuss your needs and circumstances during our initial call.​​

Further information on sessions and fees can be found on my FAQ page, but do get in touch if you have any questions. 

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I work as a support group facilitator for a local women's charity in Brighton, running therapeutic groups and wellbeing days for new mums and I have supported many mums in the postnatal period.

I am also part of The Birth Collective - a wonderful resource for all things related to pregnancy, birth and postnatal support in Lewes. I am on their directory of recommended practitioners.- www.birthcollective.uk.