Rebecca Black
Psychologist BAppsSc (Psych) (Hons), MCounsPsych
Rebecca is a perinatal psychologist with a deep passion for supporting women, parents, and families through the profound psychological transition into parenthood. Her work is grounded in an understanding of matrescence — the developmental, emotional, relational, and identity transformation that occurs as a person becomes a mother — and the belief that this transition deserves specialised, compassionate, and evidence-based care.
With advanced training in perinatal and infant mental health, Rebecca supports clients across the full continuum of the reproductive journey, including conception challenges, pregnancy, birth preparation, postpartum adjustment, early parenting, and the evolving identity shifts that accompany parenthood. She also holds a special interest in supporting individuals and families navigating perinatal loss and grief, offering gentle, trauma-informed care during some of life’s most tender and complex experiences.
Rebecca works with women and partners experiencing anxiety, depression, overwhelm, identity loss, relationship strain, and the invisible mental load that often accompanies early parenthood. Her approach integrates evidence-based therapies with a strengths-based, values-informed lens, helping clients move away from unrealistic expectations and self-criticism toward greater self-compassion, psychological flexibility, and confidence in their parenting journey.
Before founding The Mindful Birth Movement, Rebecca worked within organisations including Victoria Police and the Department of Justice, where she conducted psychological assessments and contributed to mental health initiatives. While this work strengthened her clinical foundation, it was her personal and professional experiences within pregnancy, birth, and early parenting that shaped her true calling – supporting families during the earliest chapters of life.
Rebecca is known for creating a therapeutic space that feels both professional and deeply human – warm, non-judgmental, and grounded in genuine connection. Through The Mindful Birth Movement, she is committed to helping parents feel seen, supported, and empowered as they navigate one of life’s most significant transitions.
Please note: Rebecca is not currently accepting new clients.
Listen to Bec..
Strategies For Fear Of Birth With Rebecca Black Psychologist And Hypnobirthing Practitioner | Episode 77
How To Live Slow: E46
What You Need To Know About Mum Rage
Can we talk about this: E14
Fear in birth and what we can do about it
PregActive Podcast: S2, EP13
Discover Tips for Mood and Mindset in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Growing Parents Podcast: S1, EP 4
Matrescence, Navigating the journey of motherhood, the mental load and finding oneself as a mother and woman
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