Struggling with your mental health when you become a mother often brings with it feelings of shame or defeat.
But it’s just your body's way of making it known that you need more help. So, think of it instead as an invitation to seek support.
A Safe Space for You
Your mental health isn’t isolated from your physical, emotional, or spiritual health. That's why Occupational Therapy support considers the interplay between all these things.
The circumstances in which you live, the things you do day to day, and the community around you all influence how you feel. That’s why my support aims to help you understand how all these things interact and have an impact on you.
These sessions are a safe space to feel heard, held, and supported something often missing for many mothers.
You’ll walk away from our time together with practical tools that enable you to live a life and motherhood that feels aligned and fulfilled.
Motherhood is a time of complex adjustment, growth, and transformation. It’s also a time when your own needs can often be overshadowed by the demands of caring for your child. So understandably this means it can be a time when your mental health wavers.
1:1 Mental Health Support is for you if you’re:
Feeling lost as you’ve transitioned into motherhood.
Experiencing difficult feelings like depression, anxiety, anger, burnout, guilt, or shame.
Navigating sensory overwhelm.
Wanting to reconnect with yourself and work through identity shifts.
Struggling with a difficult or traumatic birth experience.
You’re struggling to adjust to your new mothering responsibilities
Wanting to improve your elusive self-care.
Ready to improve your confidence and self-worth?
How It Works:
Let’s start with a free 15-minute chat to see if working with me feels right.
If it does we’ll book your first session as soon as I have availability in my calendar or at a time that works best for you.
All mental health support sessions are provided 1:1 via telehealth.*
You’ll receive a link via email for our session. Feel free to turn up in your PJs, with babe in arms, or however you find yourself today.
Your sessions will run for 60 minutes, giving us time to dive deep into what you need support with.
All our sessions together will be led by what is present for you and your current needs.
*Face-to-face appointments are available, following further consultation and/or limited to within the City of Maroondah. Please reach out to discuss your needs further. Travel fees may apply.
Fees and Rebates
My sessions are all 60 minutes in length and cost: $193.99 AUD
Rebates may be available through Medicare or your Private Health Insurance.
Occupational Therapists are recognised providers with Medicare Australia. I am endorsed to provide mental health support under the Better Access to Mental Health Scheme (BAMH).
Using BAMH, you can access up to 10 rebated sessions by requesting a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.
FAQ’S
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Occupational therapy is a holistic approach to supporting mental health by looking at the connection between your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. For mothers, this means addressing the challenges they face daily, such as stress, identity shifts, sensory overwhelm, or navigating motherhood’s demands.
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You don’t need a referral to book an appointment with me. However, if you’d like to access a rebate through Medicare, you’ll need to request a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.
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That’s completely normal. Reaching out for support can feel daunting, especially when you’re already managing so much. My free 15-minute discovery call is a great way to ease into the process, ask any questions, and see if working with me feels like a good fit for you.
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Absolutely! These sessions are designed to be flexible and supportive of your reality as a mum. Whether you’re breastfeeding, giving cuddles, or have your baby in your lap, you’re welcome to show up just as you are.
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Sessions are provided via telehealth for your convenience. However, if you’d prefer face-to-face support and you’re located within the City of Maroondah, I can offer in-person appointments. Travel fees may apply, and we can discuss this during your discovery call.
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I understand that life as a mum can be unpredictable. If you need to reschedule or cancel, please let me know at least 24 hours in advance. This allows me to offer the spot to someone else who may be waiting.
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Yes! Rebates are available through Medicare if you have a mental health care plan from your GP. Some private health insurers also offer rebates for Occupational Therapy. Please check with your provider for specific details.
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The number of sessions varies depending on your unique circumstances and goals. Some people find a few sessions provide the clarity and tools they need, while others benefit from ongoing support. We’ll create a plan that works for you.
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The tools and strategies we’ll explore are tailored to your specific needs. These may include mindfulness practices, sensory regulation techniques, self-care strategies, and tools to manage emotions like guilt, anxiety, or overwhelm.
Book your discovery call
As with any relationship, the fit between therapist and client is unique. I believe that each individual deserves a therapeutic experience that resonates with them.
If you are wondering if I’m the right one for you - I offer a FREE 15-minute discovery call to discuss any questions you might have and for you to