Available for appointments from January 2026

Masters of Clinical Psychology (Curtin University)
Bachelor of Arts – Psychology (University of Western Australia)
Bachelor of Arts – Honours (University of Western Australia)

Ainsley Read is a Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of experience working in public mental health settings. Throughout her career, she has supported children and their families who are feeling overwhelmed, experiencing difficult emotions, or navigating stressful and traumatic circumstances. Through this work, she developed a strong interest in the unique ways families cope during challenging periods and has dedicated much of her therapeutic practice to helping families understand and support one another.

Before joining Western Obstetrics, Ainsley worked at Perth Children’s Hospital in an early intervention service, where she supported new parents through complex situations. During this time, she cultivated a particular interest in early parent–infant attachment and has completed specialised training in attachment-focused approaches, including the Circle of Security program. She is passionate about the long-term benefits that secure early attachment can bring to children and their families.

Ainsley understands that while expectant and new parents strive to provide the very best for their babies, the transition to parenthood can be deeply challenging. Factors such as exhaustion, stress, and mental health concerns can complicate what is often expected to be a joyful time. As a parent of two primary school-aged children, she recognises the intensity of the emotions that can arise during pregnancy and early parenthood. Ainsley is committed to offering a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where parents feel supported in sharing their struggles. She believes that with the right guidance and care, families can create more room for joy, connection, and confidence during their journey into parenthood.