Episode 41: Tips for Finding the Right Therapist

Can We Talk About This?

This episode is a little different as your host, Amber-lee offers some practical tips and experiences with finding the right psychologist or mental health professional during the perinatal period. This episode offers an exploration of unique challenges that arise during the perinatal period and why it is crucial to seek a mental health professional who has specialised knowledge in perinatal mental health - because specialised knowledge matters!

Amber-lee, a passionate advocate for maternal wellbeing, draws from personal experiences and shares valuable insights on navigating the process of finding the ideal psychologist who understands the needs and complexities of this time, the importance of researching their experience and training, feeling comfortable and safe, who validates your experience. Amber-lee emphasises the benefits of working with professionals who have expertise in various therapeutic approaches, who offer tools, techniques and skills to support your healing journey.

“I hope this episode empowers you to reach out for help if you are struggling and make informed choices in choosing those who will support you.” – Amber-lee

While this episode mainly focuses on 'psychologists' you can certainly apply the tips to any mental health professional who will support you - psychiatrists, occupational therapists, counsellors, psychotherapists, social workers, mental health nurse, GPs and so on.

Here are some free organisations within Australia that can provide a range of support services to you:

For our international listeners, a great place to start is Postpartum Support International www.postpartum.net

COPE.org.au has a wide range of resources and information AND a perinatal mental health professional directory within Australia: www.cope.org.au

PANDA: www.panda.org.au

ABTA: www.birthtrauma.org.au

Gidget Foundation: www.gidgetfoundation.org.au

Brisbane/Logan QLD only - Peachtree: www.peachtree.org.au

If you or someone you know is at risk of harm to themselves or others, please call 000 (or your national emergency services number).

Disclaimer: The tips provided in this podcast episode for finding the right psychologist are intended for informational purposes only