Wellbeing + Mental Health Services
You might have expected motherhood to feel joyful, but instead your mind feels noisy, restless, and overwhelmed. Maybe you’re lying awake with racing thoughts, feeling panicky or emotionally flat, or wondering why you’re not “enjoying this” the way you thought you would.
You are not failing, and you are not alone. Around 1 in 4 new mums experience mental health difficulties, most often anxiety, low mood, or intrusive thoughts. That doesn’t make you weak — it makes you human. Postnatal mental health struggles can feel isolating, but with the right support, things can change. You can move from constant worry and self-doubt to feeling calmer, clearer, and more like yourself again.
Why your mental health matters after birth
How I can support you
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I provide a safe, confidential space where you can finally say the things you’ve been holding inside — the worry, the guilt, the low mood, the fear of not coping. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re experiencing so you can begin to feel calmer and more in control.My approach combines compassion with professional expertise.
I draw on my background as a registered
mental health nurse to offer both
understanding and practical tools, such as:
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Techniques to quieten intrusive thoughts and manage panic
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Gentle coping strategies for anxiety, overwhelm, and sleeplessness
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Support with low mood, including practical ways to lift your energy and emotional wellbeing
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Gentle structure and small steps to re-engage in life when everything feels heavy
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Space to explore your new identity and find confidence as a mother
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Psychoeducation to help you understand what’s happening in your mind and body
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Step-by-step guidance so nothing feels overwhelming​
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I know how heavy things can feel, and that each day might seem like you’re just putting one foot in front of the next. But change is possible - small shifts add up. With steady, personalised support, you’ll gain the tools and reassurance you need to feel more grounded, more confident, and more like yourself again.
​Getting started:
The first step is a free 15-minute Tea + Talk call here - no judgement, no pressure, just a chance to share a little of what's going on and see if we're the right fit. From there, we'll choose the package that best supports your needs.
Investment in your wellbeing:
My mental health sessions are £40 per hour. This includes travel within 20 miles of Sawston, with a small additional charge beyond this.
Package options are available here.
Professional reassurance:
I am a registered mental health nurse (NMC), with years of experience supporting women through emotional and psychological challenges.
I'm also a member of the Royal College of Nursing, with professional indemnity insurance and I hold an up-to-date DBS check. This means you can feel confident that you're receiving safe, professional, and compassionate care.
“Emily was so calming of my worries and reminded me of what we'd discussed that would help keep me well. Emily was a real help and strength throughout that time...allowing me to look after my baby and the rest of my family as well.”
Sophie (mum of two)