At Katie Blakely Wellness, our vision has always been to create a space where women feel supported, understood, and empowered through every stage of life – from preconception and pregnancy through to postpartum, perimenopause, and beyond.
While Dani and I focus on physical health – naturopathic & nutritional care, we know that true wellbeing is about so much more than the body alone. That’s why we’re so thrilled to welcome Brielle, a skilled and compassionate counsellor, into our clinic space.
Brielle brings a depth of expertise in mental and emotional wellbeing, supporting mothers and women through the big, often challenging transitions of life. Her work beautifully complements what we do, ensuring our clients have access to holistic care that addresses the mind, body, and heart.
Whether you’re navigating the early weeks with a newborn, struggling with perimenopause symptoms, or carrying the invisible load of motherhood, Brielle offers a safe, nurturing space to process your experiences and rediscover yourself.
Why Women Seek Support From Brielle
Brielle works with women who are navigating motherhood, fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, or major life transitions.
You might seek her support if you are:
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A new mum, feeling uncertain, isolated, or overwhelmed by this huge life change.
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A not-so-new mum, carrying the invisible weight of everyone’s needs but your own.
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Grieving fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, or infant loss, and feeling alone in that pain.
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Parenting a neurodivergent child or navigating parenting as a neurodivergent mum yourself.
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Managing relationship shifts, work transitions, or preparing to return to work after maternity leave.
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Experiencing the emotional and physical changes of perimenopause or menopause while also juggling motherhood or other life demands.
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Facing a big life transition, such as separation, children leaving home, or a desire to rediscover who you are.
Brielle provides a safe, nurturing space where you can pause, be heard, and start to untangle the challenges you’re facing.
About Brielle – A Unique Blend of Experience and Care
Brielle is an Accredited Social Worker, registered with the AASW, with additional training in:
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Therapeutic counselling modalities
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Life Coaching
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Mama Rising Matrescence Education & Coaching
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Birth Story Listening (Birth Story Medicine)
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Women’s Circle Facilitation
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Mindful Early Parenting Group Facilitation
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Motherhood Studies with Dr Sophie Brock
But what truly sets Brielle apart is her lived experience as a mother of four.
She’s walked through many seasons of motherhood herself – from becoming a single mum at 18 to welcoming three more children in her 30s. Brielle has experienced the highs and lows of motherhood, including having various birth experiences, the heartbreak of loss, sleepless nights, parenting neurodivergent children, and the ongoing challenge of rediscovering herself again and again.
“Motherhood has been both my greatest joy and my greatest teacher,” Brielle shares.
“It’s shaped me in ways I never expected, and it’s why I do the work I do today.”
How Brielle Works With Women
Brielle’s approach is holistic and compassionate, weaving together practical strategies and deep emotional support.
She offers:
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Perinatal counselling with Medicare rebates (with a GP referral for Non-Directive Pregnancy Counselling).
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General counselling and therapeutic support for women navigating motherhood, relationships, and personal challenges.
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Life transition counselling, including perimenopause, separation, career changes, and rediscovering yourself.
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Coaching and mentoring, for women ready to move toward a more aligned, fulfilling life.
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Capacity-building support for women with self-managed NDIS plans.
Her work is grounded in evidence-based practices such as:
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Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
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Mindfulness techniques
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Narrative Therapy
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Somatic approaches
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Internal Family Systems (IFS – currently in training)
Most importantly, Brielle works at your pace, honouring your unique story and needs.
Why Counselling is So Valuable for Mothers and Women
Motherhood changes everything – your body, your relationships, your priorities, and your sense of self. But often, the focus stays solely on the baby, while mothers are left feeling unseen and unsupported.
Counselling provides a safe space where you can:
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Process difficult experiences, such as birth trauma, pregnancy loss, or overwhelming parenting moments.
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Rediscover yourself, beyond the role of mother or caregiver.
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Learn practical tools to manage anxiety, stress, or emotional overload.
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Navigate transitions, like returning to work or parenting through perimenopause.
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Feel understood, truly seen, and validated.
When mothers are supported, families thrive.
And when women are supported through life’s big changes, they’re able to step into the next stage with strength and clarity.
Book With Brielle – Online or In Person
Brielle offers counselling both online (Australia-wide) and in person in our Women’s Health Clinic in Croydon, VIC.
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Book a free 15-minute introductory chat to see if she’s the right fit for you.
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Go straight to booking a 1:1 counselling session.
You don’t have to navigate motherhood, matrescence, loss, or life’s transitions on your own.
With Brielle’s compassionate guidance, you can find a path back to calm, confidence, and joy.