Trainings & Events
PSI has developed an internationally recognized unique evidence-based training program for health providers and social support networks. We have created an expert corps of experienced trainers and are committed to providing you with the most current research.
The 2-day PSI Certificate of Completion Course, taught by experienced and engaging faculty, is a thorough and evidence-based curriculum designed for nurses, physicians, social workers, mental health providers, childbirth professionals, social support providers, or anyone interested in learning skills and knowledge for assessment and treatment of perinatal mood disorders. Registration includes training binder, handouts, and continuing education credits. Approved for CMEs, CNEs, and CEs.
Contact Orrin Banta for more information OrrinBanta@postpartum.net
February 17-19,2021
PSI ZOOM WEBINAR
Held in Mountain Time
February 17-18 – Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Dvora Entin, LCSW, PMH-C ; Tiffany Conyers, LCSW;
Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C; Kara Driscoll, MD
February 19 – Advanced Perinatal Psychotherapy
February 19- Advanced Perinatal Psychopharmacology
March 10-12, 2021
PSI ZOOM WEBINAR
Held in Pacific Time
March 10-11 – Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
March 12 – Advanced Perinatal Psychotherapy
March 12 – Advanced Perinatal Psychopharmacology
March 25-27, 2021
PSI ZOOM WEBINAR
Held in Eastern Time
March 25-26 Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
ADVANCED TRAININGS
March 27, 2021 Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy
March 27, 2021 Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychopharmacology
May 5-7, 2021 in Moorhead, MN
Please stay tuned for an update about how COVID-19 will affect scheduling.
Write to orrinbanta@postpartum.net for more information
May 5-6, 2021
Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Crystal Clancy, LMFT, PMH-C; Katie Kmiecik, LCPC, PMH-C; Samantha Huguelet, DNP, APRN, CNS, PMH-C
Advanced Trainings:
May 7, 2021 – Advanced Psychotherapy Training
May 7, 2021 – Advanced Psychopharmacology Training
June 2-4, 2021 in Portland, ME
Please stay tuned for an update about how COVID-19 will affect scheduling.
Write to orrinbanta@postpartum.net for more information
June 2-3, 2021
Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
TBD
Advanced Trainings:
June 4, 2021 – Advanced Psychotherapy Training TBD
October 20-22, 2021 in Greenville South Carolina
2-Day Course – October 20-21, 2021
Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C; Tiffany Conyers, LCSW; Samantha Suffren, MD
Advanced Trainings – Oct 22, 2021
October 22, 2021 – Advanced Psychotherapy Training
October 22, 2021 – Advanced Psychopharmacology Training
Stay tuned for more trainings and keep in touch
Completion Requirements: Attendees must attend the full training to receive continuing education credits and certificate of completion.
8-8:30am Registration & Breakfast
WELCOME and BACKGROUND
Introduction and History of Postpartum Support International
Overview: Entering Motherhood & Why they suffer in silence
The Perinatal Period
Perfectionism, Dreams, & Expectations
Myths of Motherhood
Stigma of Mental illness
Barriers to Treatment
The Many Faces of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders:
Etiology
Signs and Symptoms
Diagnostic Features
Dads and Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders
PSI’s educational video and discussion: Engaging Moms and Dads: “Healthy Mom, Happy Family: Understanding Pregnancy and Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders”
Risk Factors and Prevention
Other Important Considerations:
Breastfeeding and PMADs
Infertility
Adoption
Pregnancy Loss
Infants in NICU
Lunch (provided)
Panel of Survivors, facilitated by PSI Faculty
Screening and Prevention: Screening Tools and Assessment
Social Support Networks:
9 Steps to Wellness: Jane Honikman’s self-help model
Support Groups and Warmlines: What they look like, how to start one, successful elements
Faith Communities and Spirituality
International Incidence and Cultural Differences of PMADs
Q & A, Discussion
Registration and breakfast (provided)
Public Service Announcements: Raising Public Awareness
The Team & Critical Components to Recovery
Psychotherapeutic Themes and Models:
Interpersonal Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Group Therapy
Couples Therapy
Mother-Infant Therapeutic Approaches
Complementary and Alternative Therapies
Legislative Updates
Resource Review
Reading Lists and Handouts
Local Resources
Online Resources
Lunch (provided) and Networking
DVD: Wade Bowen: “Turn on the Lights” for PSI
Effects of Untreated PMADs on Mother, Infant, and Family
PSI DVD “Fathers Respond”
Pharmacological Interventions in Pregnancy, Postpartum and Lactation
Evidence based research
Evaluating Studies and Article
Talking with families about medication
Q&A, Discussion
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
1. Identify the challenges faced when identifying and treating Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
2. Describe the symptoms and understand the differential diagnosis of prenatal and postpartum depression, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorders and psychosis.
3. Discuss psychopharmacology as it relates to pregnancy, postpartum, and lactation.
4. Assess prenatal and postpartum risk factors.
5. Assess for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
6. Identify treatment options for PMADs.
7. Discuss breastfeeding and PMADs.
8. Develop psychosocial and self-help treatment plans as well as appropriate psychotherapy techniques and alternative therapies
9. State appropriate psychotherapy modalities.
10. Indicate consequences of untreated Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
11. Discuss effects and consequences on partners.
12. Identify social support, legislative changes, and community resources, including how to set up support groups and offer social support.
13. Discuss cultural differences and PMADs.
14. Discuss spirituality and PMADs