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Walky Talky

Parenting & Perinatal Psychology

Perth Psychology- instead of the cute headings here Lydia can we make these descriptions of things ppl will google, see other pages for examples I sent in chat

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Clinical psychologist Lydia Cargeeg, Director at Walky Talky Hub in Perth, supporting families with child and perinatal mental health.

Psychology in Parenthood

Parenthood is perhaps the most significant transition an adult can make. While it is often portrayed as a time of joy, the reality can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting. At Walky Talky, we believe that for a child to thrive, their parents need to feel seen, supported, and regulated.

Whether you are currently pregnant, navigating the "fourth trimester," or raising a spirited toddler, our psychology services are designed to help you find your feet.

Walky Talky Psychology supports the Big People,

So you can support your Little People

Perinatal Support

The period from conception through the first year of your baby's life is a time of immense vulnerability. We provide a safe, non-judgmental space to navigate:

Antenatal and Postnatal Anxiety, OCD & Depression
Birth Trauma: Processing difficult or unexpected birth experiences.
Adjustment to your new identity as a parent
Bonding and Attachment: Helping you feel connected to your baby, even when it feels hard.

Perinatal Support

The period from conception through the first year of your baby's life is a time of immense vulnerability. We provide a safe, non-judgmental space to navigate:

Antenatal and Postnatal Anxiety, OCD & Depression
Birth Trauma: Processing difficult or unexpected birth experiences.
Adjustment to your new identity as a parent
Bonding and Attachment: Helping you feel connected to your baby, even when it feels hard.

Parenting Support & Coaching

There is no manual for raising humans, but there is a science to it. We use a relational, attachment-based framework (including Circle of Security) to help you decode your child’s behavior.

Understanding what your child may be trying to communicate through their behaviour
Managing your own emotional triggers as a parent.
Navigating a new diagnosis for your child.
Support for "reparenting" yourself while raising your own children.

Our Relational Approach to Psychology for Parents

At Walky Talky, we don't see the child in isolation. We see the unique dyadic between parent and child.

We focus on the attachment based approach helping you support your child’s exploration and return for comfort. Our goal isn't to make you a "perfect" parent—it’s to help you become a connected, and confident one.

We offer both in-clinic sessions (where "babes in arms" are always welcome) and telehealth options for your convenience.

Find Calm in the Chaos

Lydia Cargeeg, Psychologist says...

When Your Birth Doesn’t Go to Plan: Understanding Birth Trauma Support

Birth can leave emotional marks, especially when it felt overwhelming, frightening, or out of your control. In this blog, Lydia explains what birth trauma can look like, why support matters, and how perinatal psychology can help parents begin to feel safe, connected, and supported again.

Is Paediatric Psychology All Just “Fun and Games”?

Parenting can bring big questions about your child’s emotions, behaviour, anxiety, and confidence. In this blog, Lydia explains how play-based paediatric psychology supports children’s emotional growth while helping parents feel more understood, equipped, and supported.

Toddlers at Walky Talky Hub in Perth enjoying action songs to support speech, movement, and early development through play-based therapy.

Baby babbling while being held face-to-face with parent at Walky Talky Perth, supporting early language, bonding and speech development.

Toddler reading a book at Walky Talky Therapy Hub in Perth, supporting early literacy, speech and language development through play-based therapy

Baby during tummy time at Walky Talky Therapy Hub in Perth, building strength, motor skills and early development with physiotherapy support.