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Postpartum Support International
2-Day Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Training
and Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Trainings
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders: Components of Care
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.
Upcoming Trainings
Contact Orrin Banta for more information OrrinBanta@postpartum.net
October 22-24, 2020
ZOOM WEBINAR
(Previously scheduled for Michigan)
October 22-23: 2-Day-Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C | Michelle Lacy, MA, LPC, PMH-C | Tiffany Conyers, LCSW | Madhavi L. Nagalla, MD
Advanced Trainings:
October 24, 2020 – Advanced Psychotherapy Training
Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C | Michelle Lacy, MA, LPC, PMH-C | Tiffany Conyers, LCSW
October 24, 2020 – Advanced Psychopharmacology Training
Madhavi L. Nagalla, MD and Samantha Huguelet, DNP, APRN, CNS, PMH-C
October 29-31, 2020
ZOOM WEBINAR
(Previously scheduled for Indianapolis)
October 29-30: 2-Day-Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C |Kristy Christopher-Holloway, EdD, LPC, PMH-C | Tiffany Conyers, LCSW | Laura Miller MD
Advanced Trainings:
October 31, 2020 – Advanced Psychotherapy Training
Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C | Kristy Christopher-Holloway, EdD, LPC, PMH-C | Tiffany Conyers, LCSW
October 31 2020 – Advanced Psychopharmacology Training
Laura Miller MD & Samantha Huguelet, DNP, APRN, CNS, PMH-C
November 4-6, 2020
ZOOM WEBINAR
(Previously scheduled for Colorado)
November 4-5: 2-Day-Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Faculty: Dvora Entin, LCSW, PMH-C | Ann Dunnewold, PhD | Samantha Suffren, MD
Advanced Trainings:
November 6, 2020 – Advanced Psychotherapy Training
Faculty: Dvora Entin, LCSW, PMH-C | Ann Dunnewold, PhD
November 6, 2020 – Advanced Psychopharmacology Training
Faculty: Samantha Suffren, MD | Rebecca Christophersen, RN, PMHNP, BC
November 12-13, 2020
ZOOM WEBINAR
(Previously scheduled for Georgia)
Scholarships are available for Georgia providers. See the registration website for details.
2-Day-Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Elizabeth O’Brien, LPC, PMH-C & Kristy Christopher-Holloway, EdD, LPC, PMH-C
December 7-9, 2020
ZOOM WEBINAR
(previously scheduled for Oklahoma City)
Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C; Joanna Cole, PhD, PMH-C; Marlene Freeman, MD
December 9 – Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy
Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C & Joanna Cole, PhD, PMH-C
Scholarships available for Oklahoma providers. See registration site for details.
April 28-30, 2021 in Greenville South Carolina
April 28-29, 2021
Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C; Tiffany Conyers, LCSW; Samantha Suffren, MD
Advanced Trainings:
April 30, 2021 – Advanced Psychotherapy Training
April 30, 2021 – Advanced Psychopharmacology Training
May 5-7, 2021 in Moorhead, MN
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
June 2-3, 2021
Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
TBD
Advanced Trainings:
June 4, 2021 – Advanced Psychotherapy TrainingTBD
Stay tuned for more trainings and keep in touch
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Completion Requirements: Attendees must attend the full training to receive continuing education credits and certificate of completion.
- Social Workers: This program is Approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886708348-1227) for 14.5 continuing education contact hours.
- New York State Social Workers: Postpartum Support International co-sponsors this program with Seleni Psychology Counseling and Support, PLLC, who is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved sponsor of continuing education for licensed social workers (#SW-0477).
- New York State LMHCs and LMFTs: Credits are sponsored through NEFESH International. NEFESH International is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an Approved Provider of Continuing Education for Licensed Social Workers (#SW-0048), and by the NYSED’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an Approved Provider of Continuing Education for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (#MFT-0046) and Licensed Mental Health Counselors (#MHC-0082).
- NBCC Counselors: Postpartum Support International has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6765. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Postpartum Support International is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
- CMEs: This Live activity, Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care, from 06/03/2020 – 06/02/2021, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 14.50 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. AMA/AAFP Equivalency: AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1. These CMEs can be applied by Nurse Midwives and Advanced-practice Nurses.
- Psychologists: Postpartum Support International (PSI) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Postpartum Support International (PSI) maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
- Nurses: This continuing nursing education activity was approved by Oregon Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Approval valid through 03/04/2022. OCEAN ID #2020-04
- Occupational Therapists: PSI is an approved provider of CEUs by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Provider #11342. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.
- CAPPA Doulas: PSI Trainings are approved by CAPPA
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PSI TRAINING AGENDA
DAY ONE
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
DAY TWO
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
PSI Training Learning Objectives
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