Advanced Perinatal Mental Health

Specialist Training

A Comprehensive Guide to the Mental Health Impacts of the Transition to Parenthood for Perinatal Professionals

Next Cohort Now Open For Enrolment: Beginning May 26th

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Are you already a professional working with the perinatal population or would you like to be, but feel like you don't know enough about the complexities of maternal mental health?

The transition to motherhood is nuanced and unique and our clients are absolutely best served by providers with specialised training in how to best support them. When we have the right training we can be exactly the support our clients need!

This Training is Right For You If You Want To:

  • Understand the many challenges that can arise during the perinatal period

  • Feel confident in your ability to support your clients through each stage of the transition to parenthood (fertility, pregnancy, loss, birth, postpartum)

  • Effectively identify, screen and support your client through perinatal mental health challenges

  • Be able to provide accurate information to your clients to empower them to advocate for themselves

  • Be able to promote yourself as a Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

  • No previous training in Perinatal Mental Health Required!

What Are The Prerequisites?

  • Must hold a recognised professional qualification in a health related field; e.g. psychology, midwifery, medical field

  • OR Must be registered and/or accredited with the regulatory body associated with their field or expertise

  • Proficiency in English

  • Currently working with the perinatal period or plan to work with this population in the future

  • Access to technology to access the course (computer and internet access and working camera)

  • Applications can be made for a waiver to requirements on an individual basis

What Does the Training Cover?

Matrescence

Understand the Unique Challenges of the Transition to Motherhood

Screening

Grasp the Complexities of Mental Health Screening Within the Perinatal Population

Fertility

Know How to Support Those Navigating Challenges in Their Fertility Journey

Perinatal Anxiety

Understand How to Differentiate Between Normal Parent Worries and the Many Types of Perinatal Anxiety

Perinatal Depression

Perceive the Subtle Nuances of How Depression Shows Up in the Perinatal Period

Pregnancy and Infant Loss

No Parent Expects to Lose a Child, Learn How to Hold this Unique Type of Loss

Bipolar and Psychosis

Build Confidence in Your Ability to Support Mental Health Crisis and Make Appropriate Referrals

Postpartum Challenges

Develop Effective Tools and Skills for Supporting Feeding and Sleep Challenges after Baby Arrives

Infant Health and NICU

No-One Expects Health Challenges After Baby Arrives, Know How to Support Someone When the Unexpected Happens

Birth Trauma

45% of Mothers Report Their Births as Traumatic. Develop a Deep Understanding of What Reduces the Impact and Leads to Healing

Medication Management

Know the Role of Medication Management in the Care and Treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders

Body Image

The Relationship With Our Bodies Changes Distinctly in Pregnancy, Develop the Tools to Support Self-Love

Relationship Challenges

Understand How to Support Couples in the Transition from Partners to Parents

Substance Use

Appreciate the Impact of Substance Use During All Stages of the Transition to Parenthood and What Actually Helps

Neurodiversity and Inclusion

Awareness of How Cultural Background, Race and Ethnicity, Minority Status, and Neurodiversity can Impact the Experience of Parenthood

Effective Interventions

A Deep Understanding of How to Support Your Clients Through Each of These Challenges in the Transition to Parenthood. Know What Actually Works!

Course Structure

  • The course will take place over 10 months. Each month, we will meet virtually for a 3 hour session and really dig into that month's topic.

    Each monthly session has:

  • Prerequisite readings

  • Live learning session with a case consultation

  • Access to the recorded version afterwards

  • Access to resources discussed in session for download

  • Access to a peer support discussion board between sessions for questions

  • Students will also receive access to the PMHI Community Hub subscription during the duration of the course

Here Is What You Will Learn Each Month

Session 1: Introduction to Perinatal Mental Health and Matrescence

  • Understanding Matrescence

  • Need for Effective Support

  • Attachment Styles and Impact on Parenting

  • Adjustment Disorder

  • Baseline Screenings

Session 2: Perinatal Anxiety and OCD/Intrusive Thoughts

  • Understanding Perinatal Anxiety

  • Types of Perinatal Anxiety Disorders

  • Impact of Anxiety and OCD

  • Postpartum Anxiety in Partners

  • Effective Screening

Session 3: Perinatal Depression

  • Understanding Perinatal Depression

  • Postpartum Rage

  • Impact of Perinatal Depression

  • Partners with Postpartum Depression

  • Suicidality and Self Harm

  • Effective Screening and Treatment

Session 4: Perinatal Bipolar Disorder and Postnatal Psychosis

  • Bipolar Disorder and Mania

  • Postnatal Psychosis

  • Diagnostic Criteria and Differential Diagnosis

  • Impact

  • Treatment for Mania and Psychosis

  • Crisis Treatment, Referral and Stabilization

Session 5: Supporting Struggles with Fertility

  • Common Causes of Infertility or Fertility Challenges

  • Impact of Infertility

  • Pregnancy After Fertility Treatments

  • Effective Interventions

Session 6: Miscarriage, Pregnancy Loss, Stillbirth and Pregnancy After Loss

  • Navigating Grief

  • Risk factors for emotional complications

  • Normal Bereavement vs PTSD, Complex

  • Bereavement or PMADs

  • Impact of Loss

  • Pregnancy After a Loss

Session 7: Challenges After Baby Arrives

  • Breastfeeding and Feeding Challenges

  • Weaning Anxiety

  • NICU and Prematurity

  • Impact on Mothers, Partners and Families

  • Infant Health Challenges

  • Sleep Challenges

Session 8: Birth Trauma and Sexual Abuse

  • Traumatic Birth

  • Birth Trauma for Dads

  • Impact of Traumatic Birth

  • Protection Against Vicarious Trauma

  • Impacts of Sexual abuse on Childbearing and Parenting

  • Trauma Informed Birth Planning

Session 9: Medication Management and Maternal Health Complications

  • Understanding Medication Management during the Perinatal Period taught by Dr. Anthony McCarthy, Perinatal Psychiatrist

  • Understanding your scope

  • Effective Referral

  • Common Maternal Health Complications

  • Maternal Body Image

  • Substance Use Disorder/Abuse/Addiction

  • Mothering with ADHD

Session 10: Relationship Challenges and Effective Support

  • Impact of the Perinatal Period on Relationships

  • Effective Interventions for Perinatal Relationships

  • PMADS in partners

  • Impact of perinatal mental health across the lifespan

  • Effective Interventions in the perinatal period

  • Professional expectations

Course Objectives

This is a foundational course that will help you develop a deep understanding of Perinatal Mental Health and Mental Health complications that arise within Matrescence.

By the end of the course the participants will be able to demonstrate a clear and confident understanding of:

  • healthy matrescence

  • the scope of the perinatal period, its distinct stages and the challenges inherent in each stage

  • the prevalence, risk factors, symptoms and common presentations of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs)

  • mental health challenges associated with fertility and the impact of these challenges on mental health outcomes.

  • grief and loss within the perinatal period and its impact during and after the loss, as well as on subsequent pregnancies.

  • mental health challenges associated with experiencing perinatal trauma such as traumatic birth, loss, NICU stays or infant/maternal physical health complications.

  • the impact of PMADs on the parental relationship and family dynamic within the early development years and beyond.

By the end of the course the participants will be able to confidently demonstrate a competency in:

  • the identification of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and their symptoms.

  • utilizing evidence based screening tools and assessments in the perinatal period.

  • the ability to conduct differential diagnosis between distinct Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.

  • in utilizing skills and techniques to provide empathetic and evidence based support for challenges specific to the perinatal period.

  • the ability to identify crisis situations and to respond appropriately in order to support the health and safety of mother and baby; including reporting requirements.

  • in the application of learned skills through peer consultation and case studies.

Who Is This Training For?

  • Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Psychotherapists, and Social Workers who work with the perinatal population and would like further training and competency or who would like to integrate perinatal clients into their practice/work

  • Perinatal Consultants, GP's, Midwives, Nurses, Public Health Nurses, or Doulas who work with the perinatal population and want to be more competent in Maternal Mental Health

  • Other Affiliate Providers who support or would like to support the perinatal population (e.g. Naturopaths, Functional Medicine Doctors, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists, Physical Therapists, Paediatricians, Dieticians, Sleep Consultants, Lactation Consultants, Perinatal Peer supporters/Peer Specialists, Support Group Leaders, Perinatal and/or Fertility Coaches, Community Health Workers

What Do You Need to Know About the Training?

  • 30 Internationally recognised CPD Credits

  • Ten 3 Hr online live training sessions, meeting monthly via Zoom held on the 4th Monday of each month from 3pm to 6pm Irish Time on the following dates:

    • May 26th

    • June 23rd

    • July 28th

    • Aug 25th

    • Sept 22nd

    • Oct 20th (3rd due to bank holiday)

    • Nov 24th

    • Dec 15th (2nd due to Christmas Holiday)

    • Jan 26th

    • Feb 23rd

  • Recordings available if you are unable to attend a particular session.

  • Enrolment includes access to the PMHI online learning platform with all the information and resources needed to complete the course

  • Each Monthly Training Includes:

    • Recommended readings and associated book list

    • A live learning session with case consultation

    • Access to the recorded version afterwards)

    • Access to resources discussed in session for download

    • Access to a peer support discussion board between sessions for questions

    • Students will also receive access to the PMHI Community membership subscription while enrolled in the course

Our May Cohort Has Also Been Approved By The Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy for 30 CPDs

30 CPD Internationally Recognised

Credits with the CPD

Standards Office

Approved by Postpartum Support International as an Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Training

Here's What You Get When You Enrol!

Experienced Instructor

Rebecca, a Psychologist and Perinatal Specialist has 15 years experience working with the perinatal population

Live Learning and Case Consultation

Live monthly learning sessions via Zoom allow an opportunity for questions, discussion and the development of deep understanding

Access to Resource and Tools

Topic specific resources and tools will be provided for each month, resourcing both you and your clients

Recorded Sessions

Recordings of the sessions will be uploaded following the live session allowing for the review of material as needed

PMHI Community Hub

FREE access to the PMHI Community Hub while enrolled in the course where you can collaborate and receive support from other perinatal providers to share information and resources

Ongoing Education

Within the PMHI Community Hub you will have access to ongoing Perinatal Mental Health Continuing Education. Never stop learning!

Meet Your Instructor

Rebecca Reddin

Rebecca Reddin is the Founder of the Perinatal Mental Health Institute.

As a Chartered Psychologist and Certified Perinatal Specialist with Postpartum Support International she is passionate about the creating in-depth, powerful, and evidence based trainings that explore the complexities of the transition to parenthood. Education and training has been a part of Rebecca's career since it began in 2010. Rebecca has been a Psychology Expert and Trainer for everything from small intimate client groups to Fortune 500 companies.

Want to Know More? Book a Free Chat With the Instructor!

Not sure if the training is good fit for you? That's just fine! Book a 30 minute chat with Rebecca, Founder of PMHI and your instructor for a pressure free chat auto answer any questions you have!

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About Us

The Perinatal Mental Health Institute

The Perinatal Mental Health Institute Strives to Support Women, Couples, and Families Navigating the Journey to Parenthood by Providing Compassionate, Evidence-Based, and Effective Perinatal Mental Health Training, Professional and Peer Support, and Ongoing Education to the Perinatal Providers that Support them.

What Do People Say About PMHI?

Obviously we think our training is great, but don't listen to us, here is what providers who have taken our trainings are saying and PMHI trainings!

I found the training invaluable and incredibly interesting, I hadn't had much experience in perinatal mental health but having completed this training I'm definitely eager to learn more and will be looking into further educational opportunities with PMHI.

Excellent training day. Heavy topic but delivered warmly and considerately.

The training was well structured and laid out especially with having such a lot of ground to cover. Rebecca was very engaging as a teacher and there was plenty of room for open discussion.

The training was well structured and laid out especially with having such a lot of ground to cover. Rebecca was very engaging as a teacher and was plenty of room for discussion. I found it extremely interesting. It illuminated a lot of my own journey for this stage as a mother. It is such an underdeveloped topic in the mental health space, this should be part of basic training across many health professions.

Payment Options

Once Off Payment

Our Lowest Payment Option!

€1350

One payment allows you to settle in and enjoy the course!

Three Quarterly Payments

Break up payments

3 payments of €465

1st Payment due on enrolment

2nd and 3rd payment due 3 and 6 months after initial payment

Monthly Payments

Spread out payments

10 payments of €145

Monthly payments starting on date of enrolment

PMHI Community Hub

Included in Your Course Enrolment!

Rebecca Reddin

The truth is that it takes a village to raise a child... a village to support a new parent... and a village to support a perinatal provider.

Access to PMHI's Community Hub Includes:

  • Monthly training events taught by experts in perinatal mental health

  • Monthly virtual peer consult group

  • Discussion boards to share information about trainings, resources and tools to support your perinatal clients.

  • 10% discount on all paid PMHI trainings

Site: www.perinatalmentalhealthinstitute.com