Embarking on fertility treatment often means coping with a mixture of emotions, from joy and excitement, to grief and great sadness.  Many individuals and couples undergoing fertility treatment are surprised to find the experience both physically and emotionally challenging.  And at different times, they may feel like there is nobody to talk to that understands what they are going through.

Many patients have felt reassured and strengthened from the professional support provided by the IVFAustralia counselling team.  IVFAustralia's team of dedicated fertility counsellors are all members of the Australian & New Zealand Infertility Counsellors Association with professional qualifications in psychology and counselling. 

As part of the support on offer, patients have the opportunity to:

• access guidance and advice through the counselling or genetic counselling process;
• participate in social and support groups;
• participate in evening workshops
• make contact with other people undergoing fertility treatment in their local area.

Read more about the counselling team here.