Counselling and Support

We understand that the path to parenthood can be an emotional rollercoaster, filled with both hope and challenges. At Fertility First, we recognise that the stress of fertility treatment can be significant, impacting you before, during, and after your journey. Our goal is to be your comprehensive support system, providing you with the resources and guidance you need to navigate this experience with confidence.

Fertility Support Resources

Support Resources PDF's & Downloads

We understand the journey of fertility treatment can be emotional and full of questions. At Fertility First, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our fertility support resources page provides a comprehensive collection of resources to guide you through your treatment, from understanding the process to coping with emotional challenges.

Here you’ll find informative PDFs to download at your convenience, explore the different stages of IVF and ICSI treatment, and gain valuable insights from our team of specialists. We’re committed to empowering you with the knowledge and support you need to feel confident on your path to parenthood.

Fertility Support Groups

Whether you’re considering fertility treatment, currently undergoing IVF, or facing the emotional hurdles of miscarriage, fertility support groups provide a platform to share experiences, ask questions, and gain strength from the collective wisdom of others. It’s a chance to connect with individuals who are on a similar path and build a network of understanding and empathy. Here are our recommended local fertility support groups.

Blog Articles

On our blog, you’ll find informative articles on a range of fertility topics, from treatment options to navigating the emotional ups and downs. We share insights from our team of experts, offer practical tips, and connect you with helpful fertility resources.

Fertility Counselling

We feel that fertility counselling is an integral part of fertility treatment and it will be discussed with you when you attend your first appointment.

Linda Stevens has been at Fertility First in Sydney since 2012, she holds a Masters in Clinical Psychology. She is passionate about working with the team at Fertility First, in such a friendly and helpful environment.

As part of the counselling process, Linda is a member of ANZICA will assist our patients by using a range of different therapy modalities from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to Integrative Behavioural Couple Therapy (IBCT). Linda offers a calm and compassionate approach to all our patients and understands the stress and anxiety associated with the fertility treatment process. We aim to make the process as stress-free as possible for you before, during and after your treatment.

Grief counselling
Pregnancy termination, early pregnancy loss and miscarriages, childhood death
Couple relationships and IVF
Decision making counselling
Coping with social isolation
Implications counselling
Crisis counselling
Implications counselling
Counselling associated with egg, embryo and sperm donation
Supportive counselling for patients who are distressed about the possibility of treatment failure,
infertility investigations and treatment to date