Ana Ristov

Hi, I’m Ana, founder of Lively Lifestyles Psychology. I’m a registered Psychologist, certified Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Clinician, and Board Approved Supervisor.

I’m passionate about walking alongside women as they navigate the emotional highs and lows of the perinatal journey - from preconception, pregnancy and birth through to early parenthood. I support clients facing challenges such as perinatal anxiety and depression, fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, and the often complex adjustment to postpartum life.

With a deep belief in each person’s inner wisdom and capacity for growth, I aim to empower you to reconnect with your own intuition, resilience, and skillset during one of life’s most vulnerable and transformative seasons.

​​My therapeutic style is warm, relaxed, and empathetic. I take a collaborative and evidence-based approach to treatment, prioritising the creation of a space where clients feel understood, accepted, and empowered. At the core of my practice is building a strong, trusting relationship that supports reflection and growth. I enjoy taking a holistic perspective, working alongside clients to explore new directions, foster personal development, and support their mental health and well-being across all areas of life.

​I value collaboration not only within the therapeutic relationship but also with a client’s broader care team, and I’m always open to liaising with GPs, Psychiatrists, OBGYNs, or other relevant professionals involved in your care.​

Outside of my private practice, I also work at Monash IVF as a Senior Psychologist as part of the Victorian Counselling Team.