About Gemma

I am an Accredited Social Worker, holding a Master of Social Work.
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I have spent my career supporting infants, children and parents in the NGO sector and am highly experienced in supporting mothers experiencing a complex mental health diagnosis during the perinatal period with a focus on promoting secure attachment. I have a passion for supporting women in motherhood as they navigate the significant changes that can come with parenthood and find their identity and confidence as a mum.
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My approach to therapy is warm, genuine and down-to-earth. I work to create a relaxed and non-judgemental atmosphere where clients can explore and understand emotional difficulties, interpersonal experiences (including parenting) and unhelpful patterns in the context of their own attachment history and life experiences.
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I am experienced in providing evidenced based, developmentally responsive parenting guidance that prioritises connection between parent and child, as well as considering the overall functioning of the family. I enjoy helping parents move from overwhelm to confidence in navigating the whirlwind that can be raising tiny humans. 
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As a social work trained therapist, I have a strong focus on supporting clients to understand themselves within the context of the world they live in- when supporting mothers this often looks like challenging the “perfect mother myth” and unpacking the expectations placed on mothers and their children. Social work practice is person-centred and strengths based, and as such, my aim is always to ensure the experience of therapy is tailored to meet the specific needs of individuals and draws upon their strengths in order to find sustainable and achievable change.

I believe that families come in all different shapes, sizes and orientations. I strive to provide support that is welcoming and inclusive to all families.

Outside of work I'm the mum to two (not so little) daughters and enjoy walking my dog, spending time in nature, a good chat with friends and time with my family.