Welcome to Brighter Beginnings Psychology!
Welcome to Brighter Beginnings Psychology
Hi there! I’m Kate Bartlett, the face behind Brighter Beginnings Psychology and also the mum who’s constantly reheating her coffee between parenting three wildly different humans: Imogen (14), Archer (3), and Jude (9 months). Yep, I’m living that three-kids-in-three-life-stages chaos and loving (most of) it.
Alongside almost 2 decades of experience as a psychologist, I bring the kind of skills you only gain from navigating sleepless nights, toddler tantrums, and teenager eye rolls. I’ve also faced my own challenges with infertility and pregnancy loss, so I truly get it—this parenting gig is equal parts heartwarming and hair-pulling.
At Brighter Beginnings, my team and I are here to support you through the rollercoaster of trying to conceive, pregnancy, birth, and parenthood. Whether you're celebrating, struggling, or somewhere in between, our mission is to help you find confidence, calm, and brighter days ahead.
Who We Are
Parenthood is an amazing adventure... but let’s be honest, it can also be downright overwhelming. At Brighter Beginnings, our passion is perinatal and family mental health, and we’re here to ensure you feel seen, supported, and maybe even a little less frazzled.
What We Do
Here’s how we can help (besides reassuring you that your 3 a.m. Google searches are totally normal):
Pre-Conception, Perinatal, and Postnatal Support
Pregnancy and the postpartum period can bring all the feels. We’re here to help you manage the overwhelm, embrace the joy, and find some balance.Birth Trauma Recovery
A tough birth can leave emotional scars. We’re here to help you process and heal so you can move forward with strength and clarity.Adjusting to Parenthood
Life looks very different after a baby—your routines, your sleep, even your identity. We’ll help you make sense of the chaos and rediscover yourself in this new chapter.Couples and Co-Parenting Support
Because parenting is a team sport, and healthy relationships make all the difference. We’ll help you navigate the ups and downs of parenting as a duo (or co-parenting team).General Mental Health Support
Parenthood or not, life throws curveballs. We’re here to support you through anxiety, depression, stress, or any other challenges life sends your way.
Why Choose Us?
Real Experience: I’ve been there—both as a professional psychologist and a mum who’s survived nappy blowouts in public.
Tailored Care: No cookie-cutter advice here. We’ll create a plan that works for you.
Collaborative Approach: We’ll work alongside your GP, obstetrician, or other healthcare professionals to support your whole journey.
Warm & Welcoming: Whether you’re laughing, crying, or a mix of both, we’ve got your back—judgment-free.
Let’s Start Your Brighter Journey
No matter where you’re at—trying to conceive, adjusting to a new baby, or somewhere in the trenches of parenthood—we’re here to walk this path with you. Because you can thrive, and we’ll make sure you have the tools to get there.
Ready to start? Get in touch—we’d love to hear from you!
Warmly (and caffeinated),
Kate Bartlett
Director, Brighter Beginnings Psychology