Nearly 1 out of every 5 women experience some form of Perinatal Mood or Anxiety Disorder (PMAD), during pregnancy or after having a baby.
Our virtual group is open to any woman currently pregnant through one year postpartum. Facilitated by a licensed therapist who is certified in perinatal mental health, participants can expect to learn communication strategies, notice and challenge anxious thoughts, examine attachment strategies and set proper boundaries with themselves and others. We will focus on self-care and relearning your identity with the added role of ‘parent’.
By joining our weekly Pregnancy & Postpartum psychotherapy group, you will receive guidance and instructions from a licensed expert in PMAD treatments, can talk with others who understand what you are going through in a safe, non-judgmental space, as well as find the caring and encouraging support you need.
Topics covered over the 8-week sessions include:
Week 1: Self-Care; Self-Care Assessment; Breathing Exercises; DEAR MAN
Week 2: Sleep & Nutrition; Sleep Protocol; Safe Sleep MDHHS
Week 3: Attachment & Bonding; Check the Facts
Week 4: Identity; Role Identification; Strengths Activity
Week 5: Healthy Relationships; Active Listening; Barriers
Week 6: Boundary Setting & Communication; Boundary Practice examples
Week 7: Scary Thoughts & Mom Guilt
Week 8: Support Persons; Partner/Support person PMAD; Maintaining the relationships; How to support yourself, how to support them
Registration:
Open enrollment. No professional referrals required. For more info or to join, call Sarah DeYoung, group facilitator and PMAD Coordinator, at our Northwest Clinic 616.222.3720.
