By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Introduction Surrogacy is often described as a journey — one that begins with hope, deepens through trust, and ends with transformation.
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist, Happy Minds Psychology The Modern Face of Family When you picture a family, what do you see? For many, the old image of a mother,
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Geelong Introduction Surrogacy is one of the most extraordinary human experiences — a journey of trust, courage, and compassion shared between
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology The end of a surrogate pregnancy marks both an arrival and a departure — the arrival of a new life and
Welcoming a baby into the world is one of life’s most profound experiences. For intended parents who have built their family through surrogacy, this moment can be filled with immense
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist – Happy Minds Psychology, Geelong Introduction For many intended parents, the journey to parenthood through surrogacy in Australia is filled with gratitude, anticipation, and deep
The weeks and months following a surrogacy birth are often described as bittersweet. There is joy, gratitude, and relief — but also hormonal shifts, fatigue, and emotional recalibration. For surrogates,
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Surrogacy doesn’t end when the baby is born — it simply changes shape. The months after birth are often filled with
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Surrogacy is a profound act of generosity, connection, and trust. It asks one person to carry another’s hopes, to share
Fertility treatment can be an emotional rollercoaster. While the focus often falls on women’s experiences, men’s mental health is just as important. At Happy Minds Psychology in Geelong, we see
As police officers and paramedics, you face relentless demands on the frontline, confronting emergencies that leave lasting echoes on your mental health. At Happy Minds Psychology, our psychologists are dedicated
Parenting is a journey of love and learning, but for children who have experienced trauma, it requires extra care to create a safe and supportive home. At Happy Minds Psychology,
