Postpartum & Maternal Mental Health Support in Brisbane
Becoming a mother can be beautiful, and it can also be overwhelming, isolating and exhausting, sometimes all in the same day. At Nourished Psychology in Stafford, Brisbane (and online across Australia), I offer warm, evidence-based support for women through pregnancy, postpartum and the years that follow.
You don’t need to be “struggling enough” to reach out. If something doesn’t feel right, that’s reason enough.
Does this sound like you?
You’re exhausted, but your mind won’t switch off, even when the baby sleeps
You feel constantly on edge, or worry about things going wrong
You’ve lost track of who you were before becoming a mum
You feel flat, teary or disconnected, and you’re not sure why
Your birth experience is still sitting heavily with you
You’re told you “should be enjoying this” and can’t make that fit
You’re carrying the mental load of the whole household and feel resentful, guilty or both
If the mental load feels relentless, you might relate to The Mental Load of Motherhood: Why You’re Not Coping, and Why That’s Not Your Fault.”
What is Matrescence?
Just as adolescence is a major developmental shift, so is becoming a mother. It’s called Matrescence, and it changes your identity, relationships, body and sense of self. Many women are never told to expect it, so the confusion and grief that can come with it feel like personal failure. They aren’t.
“Many mums are never told to expect this shift. I’ve written more about it in What is Matrescence?”
Postpartum anxiety and depression
These are different experiences, and both are common and treatable. Not sure which one fits? [Read: Postpartum Anxiety vs Postpartum Depression]
How therapy can help
My approach is warm, collaborative and never rushed. Together we might:
Make sense of what you’re feeling and why
Build practical ways to settle anxiety and overwhelm
Work through birth experiences at your pace
Reconnect with your own needs, not just everyone else’s
Talk through the mental load and how to share it
Therapy with me doesn’t feel cold or clinical. I’m a mum too, and I know how much is being asked of you.
What to expect
We start with a free 15-minute chat to see if we’re a good fit. Sessions are available in person in Stafford or online. Initial appointments are $255 and ongoing appointments are $235. A Mental Health Care Plan or private health cover may give you a rebate.
About Courtney
I’m a registered Clinical psychologist (AHPRA PSY0000979327) and Board Approved Supervisor, trained at QUT and Griffith University. I have a special interest in maternal mental health, women’s health and neurodivergence.
Common questions
Is it normal to feel anxious or low after having a baby?
Very common, yes. Feeling this way isn’t a sign you’re a bad mother, and support can make a real difference.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly. A GP Mental Health Care Plan or Private Health may help with the cost.
What is the cost?
Initial appointments are $255 and ongoing are $235. Medicare rebates are $101
Can I bring my baby to sessions?
Yes of course! I know how hard it is juggling children and appointments so babies are always welcome
Can we do sessions online?
Yes. Telehealth is available across Australia, which is helpful when leaving the house feels like too much.