Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Specialist Training
Are you working with mothers, partners and parents in the transition to parenthood? Or would you like to? There is such a desperate need for specially trained providers who can support individuals and couples within the perinatal period (which includes fertility, pregnancy, loss, birth trauma, postnatal challenges and becoming a parent). No previous perinatal experience needed.
The Perinatal Mental Health Institute is delighted to offer a 10 month, 30 CPD, online training provides comprehensive learning around the entire perinatal period. Following completion of the course learners will be able to demonstrate a clear and confident understanding of:
Healthy Matrescence (transition to motherhood)
Scope of the perinatal period, its distinct stages and their challenges
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.
Impact of PMADs on the parental relationship and family dynamic within the early development years and beyond.
Identification of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and their symptoms.
utilizing evidence based screening tools and assessments
Ability to conduct differential diagnosis between distinct Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Skills and techniques to provide empathetic and evidence based support for challenges specific to the perinatal period.
Ability to identify crisis situations and to respond appropriately in order to support the health and safety of mother and baby; including reporting requirements.
Application of learned skills through peer consultation and case studies.
This course has been internationally recognized for 30 CDP credits through the CPD Standards Office and is an approved advanced training with Postpartum Support International
Course Structure
Monthly virtual meetings on the 3rd Monday of every month (starting September 16th) from 9am to 12pm. Each monthly session covers a specific topic within the perinatal period and includes time for case consultation
Learners receive access to a virtual learning platform where they can access:
Recommended readings on the topic of the month
Tools discussed in session for download
List of resources for provider as well as a list for clients associated with the topic of the month
Access to a peer support discussion board between sessions for questions
Students will also receive access to the PMHI Community Hub for the duration of the course as well as 6 months afterwards. Included in the hub membership is continuing education, speakers and shared resources around the perinatal population
This course is limited to 15 participants to promote an intimate learning environment that ensures community building and deep understanding. Cost is €1,350 with payment plans available.
Early enrolment comes with a 10% discount. Use the code EARLYBIRD upon checkout.
For more in-depth enrolment information: https://www.perinatalmentalhealthinstitute.com/apmht
About the Instructor:
Rebecca Reddin is the Founder of The Perinatal Mental Health Institute. As a PSI Chartered Psychologist and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist with Postpartum Support International, she is passionate about the creating in-depth, powerful, and evidence based trainings that explored the complexities of the transition to parenthood; including everything from the expected clunkiness of Matrescence, to the intense impact of PMADs and everything in between. Rebecca has been working with the perinatal population since 2010 in both impatient and private practice settings and has a wealth of knowledge on how to care for this population. Rebecca received similar training in the US and is excited to bring this depth of training here. Rebecca has provided digital and in person trainings for small groups, families, mental health professionals and Fortune 500 companies through her role as a Psychology Specialist and Trainer throughout her career.
For more information about The Perinatal Mental Health Institute:
https://www.perinatalmentalhealthinstitute.com/home
For more information about Rebecca and her Private Practice:
https://mindfulrootscounselling.com
Contact Rebecca: Rebecca@perinatalmentalhealthinstitute.com
