Jodi Pawluski
(she/her)
Therapist and Neuroscientist
Available for new clients
I work with clients from diverse backgrounds and various stages of life. While I often focus on women's health, parenting, and perinatal mental health, I also specialize in addressing anxiety and depression more broadly.
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Experienced on It's ComplicatedOver 4 years on It's Complicated
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About me
I’m Dr. Jodi Pawluski—a neuroscientist, therapist, and author passionate about the science of motherhood and perinatal mental health. My work centers around understanding how the brain changes during the transition to parenthood, how maternal mental health conditions affect both parents and their children, and how treatments like antidepressants play a role in this journey.
In addition to my research, I provide counseling, mentoring, and consultation services focused on perinatal mental health. I'm certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) and trained as a Motherhood Studies Practitioner, combining both evidence-based knowledge and lived experience to support families and clinicians alike.
Originally from Canada, I earned my B.Sc. in Biopsychology, M.A. in Psychology, Ph.D. in Neuroscience, and Habilitation Degree in Life Sciences while living and working in both North America and Europe. I’m also a mother of two, and I draw from both my professional expertise and personal experiences to guide my work and advocacy.
Ultimately, I believe that understanding the brain and mental health not only empowers individuals but helps build healthier families and communities.
I am available online for those throughout the EU and elsewhere - excluding Canada and the USA.
Get in touch or book directly: https://drjodipawluski.janeapp.com/
I speak:
English
Location:
Rennes, France
Approach
Treatment Approaches
CounsellingRecommended for those who want to talk through their emotional challenges with a professional in a safe, supportive environment.
Person-centered approachRecommended for those looking for a supportive, non-judgmental space where they can lead the conversation and explore their feelings at their own pace.
Psychotherapy Recommended for those who want to work through emotional or mental health challenges by talking with a trained psychotherapist.
My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe that each person brings unique strengths, lived experiences, and inner resources to the therapeutic process. My role is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported as they explore their challenges and work toward meaningful change.
In our work together, I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, empathy, and mutual respect. Using evidence-based approaches, I aim to help clients develop greater self-awareness, identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and cultivate new coping skills and perspectives. Together, we explore not only immediate concerns but also underlying emotions, beliefs, and values, promoting lasting growth and resilience.
Whether clients are seeking support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, or personal development, I approach each session with curiosity, compassion, and a genuine commitment to their well-being.
Experience
Over 4 years at It's Complicated
2020 - present Private Practice
2007 - present Researcher in Perinatal Mental Health
Education
2023 Motherhood Studies Certified by Dr. Sophie Brock
2022 PMH-C - (Perinatal Mental Health Certification)
Postpartum Support International (PSI)
2020 RPC-C (Registered Professional Counsellor Candidate)
Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA)
2019 Habilitation Degree (H.D.R.) Sciences de la vie
Universite de Rennes, France
2007 Ph.D. Neuroscience
Program in Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, The University of British Columbia, Canada
2003 M.A. Psychology, Diploma in Neuroscience.
Department of Psychology, Program in Neuroscience, University of Toronto, Canada
2000 B.Sc. Biopsychology
The University of British Columbia, Canada
Cost
Individual Session
€60 (55 minutes)
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Experienced on It's ComplicatedOver 4 years on It's Complicated
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My offerings
Course
Neuroscience of Parenting and Perinatal Mental Health
My publications
Latest podcast
Next available: May 13