Perinatal and Postpartum Counselling

Emotional support through identity shifts, overwhelm, and early parenthood.

Perinatal and Postpartum Counselling

Emotional support through identity shifts, overwhelm, and early parenthood.

The transition into parenthood is complex—filled with moments of deep love, but also loss, confusion, and pressure you may not have expected. You might be grieving your old identity, struggling to connect with your baby or partner, or feeling a kind of sadness that’s hard to name. Perinatal and postpartum counselling offers space to be honest about these experiences without guilt or shame. Whether you’re facing postpartum depression, anxiety, or simply navigating the emotional weight of change, therapy helps you make sense of what you’re feeling, honour your story, and reconnect with who you are becoming. This work is here for all parents—birthing and non-birthing, adoptive, or those experiencing fertility challenges—offering grounded, compassionate support through one of life’s most tender transitions.

Black and white photo of a man with short curly hair and a beard, reclining on a modern couch while working on his laptop. He is wearing a relaxed white button-up shirt and dark pants. A patterned pillow rests behind him, and the setting has a minimalist, contemporary feel.
Black and white photo of a man with short curly hair and a beard, reclining on a modern couch while working on his laptop. He is wearing a relaxed white button-up shirt and dark pants. A patterned pillow rests behind him, and the setting has a minimalist, contemporary feel.

The transition into parenthood is complex—filled with moments of deep love, but also loss, confusion, and pressure you may not have expected. You might be grieving your old identity, struggling to connect with your baby or partner, or feeling a kind of sadness that’s hard to name. Perinatal and postpartum counselling offers space to be honest about these experiences without guilt or shame. Whether you’re facing postpartum depression, anxiety, or simply navigating the emotional weight of change, therapy helps you make sense of what you’re feeling, honour your story, and reconnect with who you are becoming. This work is here for all parents—birthing and non-birthing, adoptive, or those experiencing fertility challenges—offering grounded, compassionate support through one of life’s most tender transitions.

Find the Right Therapist for Your Needs

Book a free consultation with one or more of our therapists so you can find the right fit.

Annie Kao

Pre-Licensed Counsellor with a Master of Counselling Psychology

I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for adults navigating identity, relationship challenges, burnout, and the emotional weight of change. My approach is grounded in Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and CBT, drawing from both clinical training and my lived experience as a first-generation Taiwanese Canadian. I support clients facing the complexities of immigration, cultural expectations, and shifting roles—especially in the context of parenthood, career, and grief. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, I work with you to explore your inner world with curiosity and care, helping you make meaning of your experiences and reconnect with your sense of self.

Find the Right Therapist for Your Needs

Annie Kao

Pre-Licensed Counsellor with a Master of Counselling Psychology

I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for adults navigating identity, relationship challenges, burnout, and the emotional weight of change. My approach is grounded in Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and CBT, drawing from both clinical training and my lived experience as a first-generation Taiwanese Canadian. I support clients facing the complexities of immigration, cultural expectations, and shifting roles—especially in the context of parenthood, career, and grief. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, I work with you to explore your inner world with curiosity and care, helping you make meaning of your experiences and reconnect with your sense of self.

Get started on your therapy journey today

Book a consultation with one or all of our therapists so you can find the right fit for your specific needs. We are here to help you move through your therapy journey with ease.

Get started on your therapy journey today

Book a consultation with one or all of our therapists so you can find the right fit for your specific needs. We are here to help you move through your therapy journey with ease.