Johanna – holistic wellness therapy, perinatal mental health, lowing expectations in motherhood, women’s wellbeing, beyond baby blues, emotional needs as mothers

Johanna, the founder of Holistic Wellness Psychology, joins me to talk about her journey into Psychology and how she ended up working in her passion - women’s health, perinatal mental health and infant mental health. Johanna breaks down what holistic psychology looks like during the perinatal period, what to expect from your first appointment, and how she works with her client’s wellbeing, while considering their mind, body and soul. She explains the different aspects of wellness, how working on aligning ourselves can improve our overall wellbeing, breaking down barriers and taking steps to feeling fulfillment within ourselves. Together we touch on our motherhood journey, our passion for perinatal mental health, raising awareness, normalizing the struggles of mental health conditions through the postpartum period and when to reach out for support.       Please like, share, subscribe, and review this podcast. Five-star reviews go a long way. I thank each and every guest and listener for your support, you are all a part of making this happen. FOLLOW Aura and Oak Tree Podcast on Instagram for more validating maternal mental health content, information, and advocacy - @auraandoaktree VISIT auraandoaktree.com to share your story, and access more content for women’s mental health. You can find Johanna on Instagram @holisticwellnesspsychology and website https://www.holisticwellnesspsychology.com.au/ Please note, this episode talks about miscarriage, intrusive thoughts, self-harm and details perinatal mental health such as postpartum depression and anxiety. Go gently, and listen with care. Please remember that you are worthy of support and deserve to be heard. Your mental health matters, you matter. Your host, Shara Godman - mama, recovering perfectionist, and mental health counsellor.