Rebecca is a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience working therapeutically with clients. She has a strong interest in supporting parents across the transition to parenthood - from contemplating conception, through pregnancy and birth, to adjusting to both the joys and demands of raising a child. Rebecca works with parents seeking general support during this period, as well as those experiencing more significant mental health concerns, including postnatal depression and anxiety.
A central focus of Rebecca’s work is supporting parents to develop secure and resilient relationships with their children, enabling them to experience the rewards of parenting while navigating its inherent challenges. She is particularly interested in fostering mindful and reflective parenting, and works from an attachment-informed perspective with both parents and children. Rebecca also has extensive experience supporting parents who have experienced loss during pregnancy or the postpartum period, offering a compassionate space to process grief and find ways to live alongside that loss.
Rebecca is trained in the Circle of Security Parenting Program and facilitates Together with Baby, a relationship-based group program using nurturing touch to support early parent–infant connection. This program was developed by Rebecca in collaboration with Dr Charise Deveney.
In addition to her perinatal work, Rebecca has considerable experience working with adults across areas including trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, attachment difficulties, and personal growth. Rebecca also supports women through the menopausal transition, recognising the emotional, relational and identity shifts that can arise during this stage of life.
Rebecca has run her own successful private practice for over 20 years. She is also a consultant to Westmead Private Hospital, where she provides support to women during pregnancy and the postpartum period, working closely with the hospital’s maternity, obstetric and paediatric teams. Clients value the safe and nurturing environment she creates, allowing them to deepen their understanding of their emotional experiences and develop the skills needed to move forward.
Rebecca’s appointments are available at two locations: Beecroft and Westmead.
Rebecca Wheeler
