Course Objective:

1. Define Infertility 2. Understand prevalence and risk factors of infertility 3. Gain Basic Understanding of the diagnosis and treatment options 4. Identify Multiple Paths to Family Building 5. Recognize the psychological complications Course Creation/Recorded Date: 01/05/2026

Pauline Walfisch, LCSW-R, PMH-C

Pauline is a Licensed Clinical Social worker with a private practice specializing in reproductive mental health, located in Rockville Centre, NY.She provides individual, couples and group therapy to address the mental health complications of pregnancy, the postpartum period, infertility, perinatal loss, adoption and alternative family building decisions. Pauline is a professional member of Resolve- the national infertility association, as well as the American Society for Reproductive Medicine- Mental Health Practitioners Group. She has completed the Postpartum Support International certificate training for the diagnosis and treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Pauline has served on the executive advisory board for the Nassau County Department of Health Perinatal Services Network and is chair of the maternal mental health work group. Pauline is also Co-President of Helping Hands Psychotherapy, a professional corporation that provides social work continuing education and helps social workers to reach their career goals.

Course Curriculum

4 Chapters · 11 Lessons

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    (In)Fertility & Mental Health

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      (In)fertility and Mental Health Part 1 [0:47:53]

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      (In)fertility and Mental Health Part 2 [0:15:44]

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      Slides

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    Supplemental Materials

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      ASRM Follow The Science Fact Sheet

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      ASRM Definition of Infertility

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      Disparities In Infertility

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      Use of Fertility Services in Women Ages 20−49 in the United States: Data Brief 2025

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    Quiz

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      Quiz

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    Feedback & Survey

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      Course Evaluation

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      License Information

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      Prepare For Your Certficate

Program Registration Requirements

1. Course Eligibility This program is open to: • Licensed or pre-licensed mental health professionals (e.g., counselors, psychologists, social workers, MFTs) • Graduate students currently enrolled in a mental health-related program 2. Technical Requirements To participate in our online courses hosted on Thinkific, please ensure: • Access to a desktop/laptop (preferred) or a mobile device • A modern web browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge • A stable internet connection (minimum 5 Mbps recommended) • Speakers/headphones to listen to course audio • JavaScript and cookies must be enabled Note: Internet Explorer is not supported. 3. Provider Contact Information Helping Hands Psychotherapy 165 N. Village Avenue Rockville Centre, NY 11570 📞 Phone: 516-442-1116 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: www.hhptherapy.com

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Helping Hands Psychotherapy, LGSW, P.C. has been approved by NBCC

as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7887. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Helping Hands Psychotherapy, LCSW, P.C. is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.