By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist – Happy Minds Psychology, Geelong For many intended parents, the journey to parenthood through surrogacy in Australia is filled with gratitude, anticipation, and deep emotion. It’s also a journey made possible by one remarkable person...
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Supporting Your Surrogate: A Guide for Intended Parents to Honour Autonomy, Care, and Connection
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Healing After Surrogacy: Reclaiming Identity and Emotional Balance Post-Birth
Read MoreThe weeks and months following a surrogacy birth are often described as bittersweet. There is joy, gratitude, and relief — but also hormonal shifts, fatigue, and emotional recalibration. For surrogates, this can be a moment of pride mixed with unexpected...
Surrogacy Relationships Over Time: How to Sustain Respectful Connection as the Child Grows
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Surrogacy doesn’t end when the baby is born — it simply changes shape. The months after birth are often filled with gratitude, relief, and adjustment. But what happens in the years...
Being a Surrogate with Neurodiversity: Embracing Difference in the Journey
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Surrogacy is a profound act of generosity, connection, and trust. It asks one person to carry another’s hopes, to share her body and emotions, and to navigate a unique web...
Men’s Mental Health During Fertility Treatment: Breaking the Silence
Read MoreFertility treatment can be an emotional rollercoaster. While the focus often falls on women’s experiences, men’s mental health is just as important. At Happy Minds Psychology in Geelong, we see how uncertainty, financial strain, medical procedures, and shifting hopes can...
EMDR for Police and Paramedics: Fast Track Trauma Recovery in Geelong
Read MoreAs police officers and paramedics, you face relentless demands on the frontline, confronting emergencies that leave lasting echoes on your mental health. At Happy Minds Psychology, our psychologists are dedicated to supporting first responders with Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing...
Trauma Informed Parenting: Building Safe and Supportive Homes in Geelong
Read MoreParenting is a journey of love and learning, but for children who have experienced trauma, it requires extra care to create a safe and supportive home. At Happy Minds Psychology, our Geelong psychologists specialise in trauma informed parenting, helping families...
Managing Burnout in Healthcare Workers: Strategies from Geelong Psychologists
Read MoreHealthcare workers give everything to care for others, but the toll of long shifts, emotional demands, and relentless pressure can lead to burnout. At Happy Minds Psychology, our psychologists know how this exhaustion can sap your mental health, leaving you...
Cultural Diversity in Therapy: Finding Culturally Sensitive Mental Health Care in Geelong
Read MoreYour cultural background shapes your story, from values and traditions to the way you navigate mental health challenges. At Happy Minds Psychology, our Geelong psychologists understand that culturally sensitive therapy is vital for feeling truly seen and supported. Whether you’re...
Your Voice Matters: Last Chance to Shape Australia’s Surrogacy Future
Read MoreTomorrow is the final day to make your submission on surrogacy law reform in Australia. As specialists in surrogacy counselling, we understand the profound impact these laws have on intended parents, surrogates and most importantly, the children at the heart...
