Ostara Occupational Therapy

Ostara Occupational Therapy provides maternal and perinatal support for people navigating the changes of motherhood, or matrescence. Led by Tess, an occupational therapist and certified motherhood studies practitioner, the practice offers a compassionate, disability-informed approach that recognises how becoming a parent can affect every part of life. Its services include maternal mental health support, guidance through the transition into motherhood, and occupational therapy for mothers, parents and caregivers with a wide range of experiences.

Ostara also runs workshops and group offerings, including Circle of Security, Mother’s Circles and matrescence workshops, helping participants build understanding and connection with others. Tess’s credentials include perinatal and infant mental health certification, Circle of Security facilitator training, and Medicare-endorsed mental health practitioner status. Ostara offers in-person home visits across Melbourne’s Yarra Valley and surrounding areas, clinic sessions in Ringwood East, Victoria, and online sessions via Zoom for clients across Australia.

Free, no-obligation 15-minute discovery calls are available to help prospective clients decide whether the service is a good fit