Psychology

Our psychology sessions offer tailored, evidence-based support to help you navigate the challenges of motherhood with greater clarity, confidence, and resilience.

Whether you’re preparing for motherhood, pregnant, or adjusting to life with little ones, we can support you through:

  • Feeling anxious, low, or overwhelmed in pregnancy or early motherhood

  • Finding it hard to bond or feel connected with your baby

  • Processing a difficult or traumatic birth, or preparing for birth with greater calm and confidence

  • Navigating identity shifts, relationship changes, or the adjustment to motherhood

  • Understanding and softening feelings of guilt, shame, or anger

  • Reflecting on your own childhood and creating new patterns for your family

  • Gaining support and strategies for responding to your child’s challenging behaviours

Motherhood can stir up many emotions — some expected, some surprising. Whatever season you’re in, support is here. Our sessions provide a safe, nurturing space to slow down, and make sense of your experience.

Support wherever you are

We understand that getting to an appointment isn’t always easy — especially during pregnancy, early motherhood, or while caring for little ones. That’s why we offer telehealth psychology sessions, giving you the same professional support, care, and guidance in the comfort and privacy of your own home.

Book your session today and connect with us from wherever you are.

BOOK A TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENT

Why choose telehealth?

  • Convenient – no travel, parking, or childcare needed

  • Flexible – fit sessions into your family schedule

  • Comfortable – connect from a familiar space at home

  • Accessible – receive support even if you’re outside major cities

  • Effective – proven to be just as helpful as in-person sessions

How it works

  1. Book your appointment online

  2. We’ll send you a secure video link before your session.

  3. Find a quiet, private space with internet connection.

  4. Connect with your psychologist from your computer, tablet, or phone.

In-person support

At The Mama Well our priority is ensuring you feel supported in a way that feels safe and right for you.

We understand that some mothers may feel more comfortable connecting in person. That is why, we also offer in-person psychology sessions at:


The Psychology Wellness Centre
2/280-282 Belgrave Hallam Rd
Narre Warren North VIC 3804

(Entry via Narre Warren North Rd)

If you’d like to explore in-person support or check availability, please contact Rachael.

Book an in-person appointment

Investment

Psychology sessions are $250 per 50-minute session.

A Medicare rebate of $98.95 per session is available, for up to 10 sessions per calendar year, with a valid GP referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan.

Some private health funds may also offer rebates, please check with your insurance provider.

We do not offer bulk billing.

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  • A psychologist helps you make sense of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. We use evidence-based strategies to support your wellbeing, guide you through challenges, and help you build confidence and resilience.

    • Psychologists provide therapy and strategies for emotional wellbeing.

    • Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication.

    • Counsellors offer supportive listening and short-term guidance.

    At The Mama Well, our psychologists focus on maternal and family wellbeing.

  • You don’t need to wait for a crisis. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply want a safe space to reflect and grow, therapy can help.

FAQs

About Psychology Support

What to expect

  • No. You can book directly. However, to access Medicare rebates, you’ll need a referral and a Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) from your GP.

  • Sessions are typically 50-60 minutes.

  • This will be different for everyone, however, research shows that consistent and regular sessions with your clinician gets you the best outcomes. We will generally recommend weekly or fortnightly sessions initially, and then this may extend as you progress.

    Please speak to your clinician at your first appointment if you have any questions or concerns.

  • Your first session is a gentle conversation. We’ll listen to your story, explore what brought you here, and work together on a plan that feels supportive and achievable.

  • In order for you to get the most out of your session, we recommend only babies in arms attend with you. This helps you to focus and engage throughout the whole session.

    Bringing your new baby also helps your clinician to see the connection and bond between the two of you, and is highly encouraged.

  • In-person consultations are held at The Psychology Wellness Centre in Narre Warren North. The address is:

    2/280-282 Belgrave-Hallam Road
    Narre Warren North VIC 3804

    Entry to parking is via Narre Warren North Road.

    Please park in the bays signed ‘Psychology Wellness Centre'.
    We also ask that you please reverse park where possible.

Telehealth

  • You’ll need:

    • A quiet, private space

    • A stable internet connection

    • A computer, tablet, or smartphone with a camera and microphone

    Headphones can also help with privacy and sound quality.

  • Yes. We use Zoom for Healthcare, a secure platform that protects your privacy.

  • Yes. If you have a referral MHTP from your GP, Medicare rebates apply to telehealth sessions, just as they do for in-person appointments.

  • If connection issues arise, we’ll reconnect as quickly as possible. If needed, we can continue the session by phone.

  • Yes. Many parents join from home while caring for children. We encourage you to create as much privacy as possible, but we understand the realities of parenting and create a flexible, supportive space for you.