Perinatal psychologist: Specialist mental health support for pregnancy and early parenthood
Receive support from a pre and postnatal psychologist – Australia-wide via telehealth
Specialist mental health therapy for mothers, fathers, and parents navigating pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Our perinatal psychologists provide tailored support to help you manage emotional changes, adjust to new roles, and recover from challenges such as anxiety, depression, or birth trauma. Book an appointment online, call our caring team, or complete the form below.
Mental healthcare that fits your lifestyle
Pregnancy and parenthood bring profound changes physically, emotionally, and socially. For many individuals, these transitions can feel overwhelming. Our perinatal psychologists understand the unique challenges of pre and postnatal life, from preparing for birth to adjusting to life with a newborn. Whether you’re experiencing antenatal anxiety, postnatal depression, or simply need someone to talk to, we provide professional, compassionate support that fits around your lifestyle.
At Online Psychologist Australia, we believe in making quality perinatal mental health support easy and accessible, especially for new or expecting individuals and parents. Our fully accredited perinatal psychologists can provide telehealth sessions designed around your schedule and needs. We also offer support from postnatal psychologists and comprehensive pregnancy counselling tailored to your unique experience with perinatal mental health support.
How our perinatal psychologists support you
Our experienced clinicians ensure you receive the perinatal mental health support you need to navigate this critical life stage with confidence. This includes support from a qualified perinatal psychologist, as well as access to pregnancy counselling for those seeking guidance and perinatal mental health support during pregnancy.
Simplified process
Booking an appointment for perinatal mental health support is easy. Simply schedule online at a time that suits you. If you are seeking pregnancy counselling, you can easily find the right support through our online booking system, ensuring you receive the perinatal mental health support relevant to your needs.
Convenience and flexibility
Our telehealth sessions allow you to access professional perinatal mental health support in a way that fits your schedule. This is particularly helpful for those seeking support from a perinatal psychologist during busy times. Whether you’re looking for ongoing therapy or focused pregnancy counselling, we provide perinatal mental health support that works for you.
Support for a confident transition
Whether you’re preparing for birth or adjusting to parenthood, our clinicians can help and support you. This includes access to a postnatal psychologist if needed, as well as pregnancy counselling to guide you through any emotional or psychological challenges during pregnancy.
Common Challenges During Pregnancy and Parenthood
Every parent’s journey is different, but many experience similar challenges. Our pre and postnatal psychologists provide support for:
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Anxiety or depression during pregnancy (antenatal mental health)
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Postnatal depression and the ‘baby blues’
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Birth trauma or distressing labour experiences
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Difficulty bonding with your baby
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Changes in relationships and identity as a parent
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Stress balancing parenting, work, and personal needs
Online Perinatal Psychologist Support
With telehealth, you can connect with your psychologist wherever you feel most comfortable at home, in hospital recovery, or even while your baby naps nearby. This makes accessing mental health support easier during one of the busiest and most important times of life. Our service is available Australia-wide, whether you live in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, or rural and regional communities.
Support for Partners and Families
Perinatal psychology isn’t only for mothers. Partners and fathers often experience their own challenges during pregnancy and after birth. A psychologist can help you navigate relationship changes, manage stress, and strengthen your role as a supportive parent. We also provide sessions for couples adjusting to parenthood together.
Why choose Online Psychologist Australia?
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Accredited and experienced: All psychologists are AHPRA-registered and trained in perinatal mental health.. Our team includes dedicated perinatal psychologists, experienced in both early parenthood support and pregnancy counselling.
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Tailored care. Get support and compassionate care tailored to your stage of pregnancy or parenthood. Learn practical strategies to help you feel more confident as a parent or as a carer.
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Have questions about your appointment or session schedule? Our support team is here to help guide you at every stage. They can assist you in finding the right perinatal psychologist or accessing pregnancy counselling services for comprehensive perinatal mental health support.
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Australia-wide coverage, convenient and flexible: Whether you’re based in a city or regional area, our telehealth service provides Australia-wide access to perinatal mental health support. You can reach a perinatal psychologist and access pregnancy counselling services from anywhere.
Frequently asked questions
Is support available for both mothers and fathers?
Yes, we provide perinatal mental health support for mothers, fathers and caregivers, recognising that these challenges can affect both individuals and parents. Our team of perinatal psychologists is equipped to support everyone, including those seeking pregnancy counselling.
Do I need a referral from my GP?
We welcome private patients who are self-funded and do not require a referral. However, if you would like to receive a Medicare rebate for your perinatal mental health support session, a referral from a doctor is needed. You can easily obtain this referral by seeing one of our GPs via bulk-billed telehealth, ensuring a seamless process to access a perinatal psychologist or arrange pregnancy counselling.
Are sessions available online?
Yes. All our perinatal mental health support services are delivered via telehealth, providing flexible and convenient access to care from home. This makes it easy to connect with a perinatal psychologist and access pregnancy counselling from anywhere in Australia.
Take the first step towards support
You don’t have to go through pregnancy or parenthood challenges alone. Our compassionate perinatal psychologists are here to help you feel supported, confident, and connected. Book an appointment today and begin your journey towards calmer, healthier parenthood.