I help mums of babies and young children manage anxiety & low mood, through CBT & online talking therapy.
Does any of this sound familiar?
You feel as though you have lost your identity since becoming a mum; it feels like you’re meeting everyone else’s needs but not your own.
You regularly feel overwhelmed and anxious, like your mind never stops racing and the smallest things can tip you over-the-edge.
You struggle with being too much of a ‘people-pleaser’ and find it hard to set boundaries with your partner or other family members.
Although you love your child deeply, you often feel resentment about how much of the mental and emotional load of parenthood has fallen on you.
You feel lonelier in motherhood than you expected; the day-to-day grind really feels relentless sometimes.
If you have answered yes to any of the above questions then you’re not alone - and it doesn’t have to be that way.
Who am I?
Hi, I’m Sophie Harris. I’ve been working in mental health since 2008, first in the NHS and now through my private practice, since 2020. I know first hand how it feels to experience mental health challenges as a mum, and I use this to inform how I help other mums who are experiencing similar struggles.
I take a holistic & practical approach to supporting mums in managing their emotional well-being. Whether you’re adjusting to life with a newborn or navigating the ups and downs of early childhood, I’m passionate about helping women regain their confidence and balance, both as individuals and as mothers.
How can I help?
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & talking therapy specifically tailored to mums navigating the postpartum period & beyond. Sessions are available online through a secure video platform, making them flexible and accessible. If you need to attend with your baby, that’s absolutely fine—my approach is designed to fit around your life and needs.
Sessions typically last 50 minutes and can be short-term (around 6 weeks) or longer-term (20+ weeks), depending on your goals. We’ll discuss what works best for you during our initial consultation.
I’m here to ensure that you get value from every session. Between appointments, I’ll provide manageable tasks that are specifically designed to support your progress and make you feel better. We’ll work together to make sure these fit into your busy schedule.
What can you get from therapy?
What you want to achieve from our work together is completely up to you, and we’ll decide this in our first session. Here are some common goals that many clients have worked toward in the past:
Reclaim your sense of identity and feel more like yourself again.
Understanding your emotional reactions to situations and feel more in control of your mood.
Process any trauma from birth or pregnancy.
Heal from your childhood trauma to prevent this impacting your child.
Feel calmer and more level headed… Manage anxiety and worry as it arises.
A healthier relationship with your partner; help you to communicate better even through the stresses of parenthood.
What areas can I support you with?
I work with women to improve their experience of transitioning into motherhood. This includes more general issues around self esteem, managing mood and support to manage anxiety or anger. In addition to this support, I am trained and experienced in working with the following mental health conditions..
Postnatal Depression
Postpartum Anxiety
Perinatal Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Including trauma related to birth or other aspects of pregnancy / postpartum.
Panic Disorder
Health Anxiety - Relating to the health of you or your baby.
What is CBT?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is the most evidence-based form of treatment for depression and anxiety. This style of therapy aims to support you to become your own therapist. Together, we practice tools and strategies to manage difficult situations more effectively and make positive changes in your life. For example, interrupting negative or self-critical thought patterns, finding techniques to manage anxiety or practising ways to manage conflict with a partner. I will help you to make positive changes to your life. You will be held accountable for doing what is necessary to move forward and get to where you want to be. In addition to specific psychological support, we will make holistic lifestyle changes to support both your mental and physical health goals.
How much does it cost?
£125 per 50-minute session
I offer a free 20 minute consultation to consider whether this is the most helpful treatment option for you. During this conversation we will discuss the length of support you are likely to need and tailor the support for your specific requirements.
What’s next?
If you are interested in working together then I offer a free 20-minute phone consultation. This is a great chance for me to get an understanding of where you are at and whether therapy together will be a good fit for you. To book a consultation, use the button below. If you have any questions e-mail me at sophie@lookingaftermum.co.uk.
Not had the baby yet?
If you are currently navigating pregnancy and looking for support, find out more about how I can help you.