Postpartum Support International.
WELCOME TO THE PENNSYLVANIA RESOURCE PAGE FOR PSI. We are glad you found us. This page lists the PSI Coordinators and other area resources such as groups, telephone support, and reliable services that are available for no charge. We also list local events, trainings, and volunteer opportunities.
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR PSI COORDINATOR: PSI Coordinators offer caring and informed support and resources to moms and their families. They also provide information and resources for area providers who are caring for pregnant and postpartum families. Please don’t hesitate to contact us; we want to hear from you.
You will see the term “perinatal” in these pages. We use perinatal to mean the time during pregnancy, birth, and through the first year postpartum.
Amber Hoopengarner-Adderley
Indiana and Westmoreland Counties
724-205-2418 TEXT OR CALL
amariahgrace@yahoo.com
Jennifer Coccaro
Greater Pittsburgh Area
jennifercoccaro1@gmail.com
Ana Gelman
Philadelphia County
267-589-9834 TEXT OR CALL
AnaLauraGelman@gmail.com
Rachel Matteo Kyler
Delaware County
484-441-3111
RKylerPSI@gmail.com
Erin Saddic
Montgomery and Bucks Counties
610-931-5547 (Calls only, please)
If you get my voicemail, please leave a message and I’ll return your call as soon as possible.
erinsaddic4@gmail.com
Katie Tacchino
Chester & Lancaster Counties
484-639-9228 TEXT OR CALL
KatieT.psi@gmail.com
Katie is on leave until May 15, 2020.
Tricia Steele
Central PA
570-560-4715 TEXT OR CALL
tltsteele@gmail.com
Christy Sharer
Centre County
814-689-9411 TEXT OR CALL
csharer.psi@gmail.com
April Gabriel-Ferretti
Lehigh Valley
267-987-4016 TEXT OR CALL
agabrielferretti@gmail.com
Amanda Hunter
Berks & Schuylkill Counties
484-706-9465 TEXT OR CALL
AmandaHunterlcsw@gmail.com
Nicole Moore
NW Pennsylvania
814-580-6259 TEXT OR CALL
psi.nicolemoore18@gmail.com
Cara Koslow
NE Pennsylvania
610-597-5827 TEXT OR CALL
caramkoslow@gmail.com
In an emergency: PSI is a volunteer organization devoted to providing social support and resources to women and their families. We will return your call or email as quickly as we can, but we can not provide an immediate response in an emergency. If you do need immediate assistance, please use one of the following resources now:
EMERGENCY: 911
SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
The following groups offer support at no charge for women who are at risk of or are experiencing distress such as isolation, depression, anxiety, fearful thoughts, insomnia, trauma, and other difficulties during pregnancy or postpartum. Support groups provide a safe and caring place for connection and recovery. Please call or email for more information.
CENTRAL, PA
Postpartum Depression Project
SUPPORT MEETINGS-Washington Health Systems
1. Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center
240 wellness way
conference room a
every Wednesday @ 6:30 pm
(call or check facebook during inclement weather conditions)
NO FEE OR REGISTRATION
2. Seasonal Programs (call for more information)
3. Mommy & Me Workout
Bright Beginnings-Strong Bonds (first time moms)
Moms with More (moms with multiple children)
Contact information: 724-705-7993
Ppdp87@hotmail.com|
Ppdproject.com
Facebook: ppdp87
Our focus at Postpartum depression Project is to provide social and emotional support in an environment that ensures acceptance, integrity, and education to the mothers dealing with postpartum depression. Advancing a healthy understanding to communities, those affected, and healthcare providers.
Lycoming County
Through The Blues (Williamsport, PA)
A therapeutic support group for women with perinatal mood disorders and their loved ones. Babies are Welcome!
Time: Wednesdays, 7-8PM
Contact: Tricia Steele (570)-560-4715
SOUTHEASTERN, PA
Philadelphia County
Several support groups can be found on the Postpartum Depression Philly Website.
https://ppdphilly.com/specialized-ppd-resources/
Chester County
Moms Supporting Moms (West Chester, PA)
Chester County Hospital/ 701 E Marshall Street/ Mira Room (1st Floor) West Chester, PA 19380 Perinatal/Postpartum Mental Health Support group for mothers or moms-to-be who want to connect with other mommas! Babies and young children are welcome!
Time: 2nd Thursday of each month, 7-8:30PM
Contact: Mitzi Mariano (915)-471-0621 or Lisa Shallis
West Chester Postpartum Adjustment Support Group (West Chester, PA)
West Chester Area YMCA/ 605 Airport Road/ West Chester, PA 19380 Free and open to all pregnant women and postpartum moms
Time: Third Wednesday of the month, 7-8:30PM
Contact: the YMCA 610-431-9622
Berks County
Out of the Blue (Wyomissing, PA)
Location: Greater Reading Mental Health Alliance
1234 Penn Avenue, Wyomissing, PA
Time: 4th Thursday of the month, 6:30-7:30pm
Contact: Amanda Hunter 484-706-9465
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SOUTH CENTRAL, PA
Cumberland County
Mom’s Place Support Group (Camp Hill, PA)
Geisinger Holy Spirit Behavioral Health Center
503 N. 21st Street, Rm 1415/ Camp Hill, PA 17011 Moms and infants up to 15 months are welcome Time: Every Tuesday evening, 6-7:30 pm
Contact: (717)-763-2200, prompt. 4
* A second group is available at the same location (Geisinger Holy Spirit Behavioral Health Center):
Child of My Heart Support Group– for pregnancy loss and grief (miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss)
503 N. 21st. Street, Rm 1415/ Camp Hill, PA 17011
Time: Second Monday of each month, 6-8PM
Contact: (717)-763-2200, prompt. 4
Postpartum Adjustment Support Group for Moms (Carlisle, PA)
UPMC Pinnacle Carlisle Women’s Health Center
Babies in arms are welcome
Time: 2nd & 4th Monday 6PM-7:30PM
Contact: (717)-960-3409
Lancaster County
Lancaster Moms Supporting Moms Facebook Group
Anyone whose interested can search Facebook and request to join. We have 100 members including counselors, therapists, nurses, and of course, a lot of moms. https://www.facebook.com/groups/965929276797196
Contact: Anna Kennedy- (717)-575-7896
York County
Adjusting to Motherhood Support Group- Wellspan Health (York, PA)
York Hospital Childbirth & Family Education Queensgate Towne Center
2017 Springwood Road/ York, PA
Childcare is not provided, but please feel free to bring your baby with you! This is a new mother’s group, but it is not exclusive to postpartum depression.
Time: 2nd Monday of the month, 6:30-7:30 pm
Contact: Wendy McDowell, (717)-851-4305, wmcdowell@wellspan.org
SOUTHWESTERN, PA
Allegheny County
Out of the Blue: Perinatal Depression & Anxiety (Pittsburgh, PA)
Meets weekly, location in transition
Please contact Amy Lewis, LCSW before first attendance for current time and location. amy@socialemotionalchange.com (412) 532-6622
Baby Steps Support Group- (Pittsburgh, PA- South Hills Area)
St. Clair Hospital/ 1000 Bower Hill Road/ 4th Floor Medical Library/Pittsburgh, PA 15243 Time: 2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month- 7-8:30 PM
Contact: Kathe Dvorsak- (412)-942-4850
Washington County
Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center (Washington, PA)
240 Wellness Way, conference room A/ Washington, PA 15301
Our focus at Postpartum Depression Project is to provide social and emotional support in an environment that ensures acceptance, integrity, and education to the mothers dealing with postpartum depression.
Time: Wednesdays @ 6:30
There are more groups and programs available seasonally. Call number below for more information.
Contact: (724)-705-7993, Email- PPDP87@hotmail.com
Please contact the PSI Office if you would like to list an event here.
UPDATES: If you are aware of a perinatal resource for families that is not listed here, if a current listing needs updating, or if you would like to apply to be listed here, please contact us.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact PSI Executive Director Wendy Davis with any questions.