Pre and postnatal depression can affect individuals and couples during what is often expected to be a joyful time. Emotional changes during pregnancy or after the birth of a baby are common, but for some people these feelings can become overwhelming, persistent, and difficult to manage.
Conditions such as prenatal depression and postnatal depression may involve sadness, anxiety, irritability, sleep difficulties, feelings of inadequacy, changes in sexual libido or disconnection from a partner or baby.
Helen Handsjuk provides prenatal depression counselling and postnatal depression counselling in Geelong to parents and family members to assist during these challenging times. Helen offers a safe, supportive space for her clients to talk openly about their experiences, to help them understand what is happening emotionally, and then to develop strategies to navigate the changes that come with pregnancy and parenthood.
Sessions focused on prenatal and postnatal depression counselling can trigger other relationship issues during this stage of change. Helen Handsjuk’s psychology services in Geelong can assist couples to better understand each other’s emotional experiences, reduce feelings of isolation or blame, and build practical ways to support one another.