Postnatal depression usually occurs in the first year after childbirth, the symptoms can range from low energy, feeling down, having distressing thoughts to wanting to harm yourself or your baby.
Postnatal depression is quite common with one in ten women experiencing it.
Counselling for postnatal depression will provide a safe, non-judgmental place for you to explore the very difficult and complicated emotions you are experiencing. It also aims to provide you with support and coping mechanisms to work through this difficult time.