Post-natal depression is type of depression that occurs either during pregnancy or after giving birth. Post-natal depression is a serious psychological condition that primarily affects women, but it can also have a significant impact on their partner. Post-natal depression can severely affect the new mothers’ ability to taken care of themselves and their baby.
Some of the most common symptoms of depression are:
- Persistent sadness and low mood
- Lack of energy and feeling exhausted all the time
- Self-blame, feelings of guilt and shame
- Difficulty creating a bond with your baby (boredom, indifference and/or frustration towards your baby)
- Disturbed sleep such as trouble sleeping at night and feeling sleepy during the day (in addition to disruption from night feeds)
- Excessive worry about your health and your baby’s health
- Feeling unable to cope with the baby
- Frightening and disturbing thoughts, such as hurting your baby
- Loss of enjoyment and interest in the wider world
- Loss of appetite or increased appetite
- Poor concentration and decision making
- Contemplating self-harm or suicide
- Withdrawing from others and isolating yourself
My approach
I am a highly trained and experienced Psychologist with more than 10 years in clinical practice, offering evidence based psychological treatment tailored to your unique needs. My approach allows me to draw from different therapeutic models and skills to offer a thoughtful therapeutic service and the best psychological care.
My qualifications
I am a Chartered Psychologist HCPC, BPS and BACP registered with more 10 years of experience in the NHS, third sector and private practice. I am a highly trained and experienced practitioner psychologist providing evidence based psychological services to individuals and couples. I apply my clinical expertise in a wide range of psychological and emotional difficulties offering a psychological service tailored to your unique needs. I aim to help you develop insight into your difficulties, acquire healthy coping strategies in order to lead a meaningful life and build meaningful relationships.