My name is Fiona Douglas and I bring both professional
experience and lived understanding to the work I do with families. I am a social
worker and a mother of two. I understand firsthand the joys, grief, hope, and emotional
complexities that can arise before pregnancy, through pregnancy and birth, and
into the postpartum period and parenting journey.

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I have experience supporting individuals at various points
in their lives; however, my work has primarily focused on children,
adolescents, women, and families. Over the years, I have worked extensively
with women who have experienced gender-based violence, including domestic
violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking. This work has shaped my deep
commitment to creating spaces that feel safe, respectful, and empowering.

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My approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and
strengths-based. I recognize that everyone carries experiences that shape how
they move through the world, and I believe healing happens best when people
feel seen, believed, and supported. My goal is to meet families where they are,
honour their unique stories, and walk alongside them with care and
understanding.

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I strive to create a welcoming, non-judgmental environment
where parents and caregivers feel comfortable reaching out for support and
confident that their voices matter

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I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families
throughout their perinatal journey—from those seeking to become pregnant, to
pregnancy, postpartum, and the early years of parenting. I provide
psychotherapy that supports emotional well-being, healthy attachment, and
family stability during these important life transitions.

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I have extensive knowledge and experience in perinatal
mental health, including perinatal anxiety, depression, trauma, birth-related
stress, and adjustment to parenthood. I am deeply aware of the many barriers
families face when accessing care, such as long waitlists, limited services,
financial strain, and systemic inequities. I have spent years supporting women
and families in navigating complex health and social service systems while
advocating for responsive, respectful, and equitable care.

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My practice is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and
culturally responsive. I am especially mindful of the challenges faced by women
of colour, including racism within healthcare systems, medical bias, language
barriers, and reduced access to culturally safe perinatal supports. These
realities inform how I provide care—ensuring services are collaborative,
affirming, and centred on dignity and choice.

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Through psychotherapy, advocacy, and compassionate support I
aim to nurture emotional wellness and promote peace of mind during the
perinatal period and beyond.

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