Support at every step of your IVF journey from the beginning through to pregnancy.
IVF support counselling creates a space to talk through and reconcile with difficult emotions, such as disappointment, frustration, or fear and to feel prepared for each stage of treatment.
Miriam Christie , Counsellor
The IVF process can be an intense and stressful experience with many highs and lows.
IVF counselling can help you prioritise your mental health and wellbeing, as you prepare for and undergo treatment. You’ll be able to talk through your own experiences, challenges, and feelings in a completely confidential environment.
Attending IVF counselling alongside physical treatment can play an integral part in reducing the stress of your fertility journey by giving you the space you need to explore complex emotions.
IVF Support Counselling is available to anyone, both men and women, going through the IVF process.
Book your first session right now and find out how we can help you move forward.
IVF counselling can be an invaluable opportunity for anyone going through the treatment process.
In your IVF support counselling sessions, you may want to discuss:
Having IVF can feel a very lonely and at times a bit like an emotional rollercoaster. Counselling offers a safe space where you can express your emotions without judgement.
Jullie Wray , Counsellor
1) You will receive a welcome email from Access Counselling, which will contain a link to create your account.
2) When you log in to your account, go to the “Packages & Memberships” section and you will see the number of sessions you are entitled to.
3) You can book an IVF support counselling session with any of our counsellors. You will be asked to put a card on file, but it will not be charged.
4) Complete the intake form and then you will be sent a video link.
5) You can share the link with whomever you want to have the session with (e.g your partner).
6) Attend your IVF support counselling session, which will run for 50 minutes.
7) At the end of this session you can book further sessions with the counsellor if you wish.
Book your first session right now and find out how we can help you move forward.
No. Anyone is welcome to speak to one of our fertility counsellors. Trying to have a child can be emotionally straining on everyone involved so we encourage men to get help too.
For IVF support counselling, a session will usually last 50 minutes.
No, counselling is a separate and supportive service that can help you cope with the stress and emotions of fertility treatment. It will not affect your treatment plan or outcomes.
Yes, many people seek counselling support before, during or after fertility treatment. It is normal to feel anxious or depressed at times and counselling can provide you with emotional support and coping skills.
You can talk about any issues related to your fertility treatment. The service provides emotional support and helps you find your own solutions. If you use donor or stored gametes or embryos, you will have implications counselling to make informed decisions. All counsellors follow the BICA ethical framework.
