Recognize the Warning Signs

Understand the critical symptoms—hallucinations, delusions, and thought disturbances—that demand immediate attention and intervention.

Download Fact Sheets

Equip yourself with evidence based fact sheets from leading organizations.

Support Families

Discover how to communicate effectively with patients and their families, reduce stigma, and build a supportive care network. 

Course Description:

Perinatal and postpartum psychosis is a less common but serious mental health condition that affects new mothers when they need support most. If you're a healthcare provider, a family member, or someone navigating this condition yourself, you know how isolating and frightening it can be. The confusion, the fear, the lack of understanding—it doesn't have to be this way. This introductory course breaks down the complexity of perinatal psychosis into clear, actionable knowledge. You'll learn what the risk factors are, how it may present in the postpartum period, and how to respond effectively. Whether you're looking to enhance your clinical skills, support a loved one, or understand your own experience, this course provides the evidence-based framework and compassionate guidance you need to get started. Inside, you'll discover: • The symptoms of postpartum psychosis • How to conduct proper screening and assessment • Treatment protocols and considerations • Crisis intervention techniques • How to support families through recovery Don't let another mother struggle in silence or go untreated. Enroll today and become part of the solution.

About Your Panelists

We've dedicated our careers to maternal mental health because we understand how critical those early months are. After witnessing too many mothers suffer in silence—and too many healthcare providers miss the signs—we realize we need better education and awareness. This introductory course provides access to years of clinical experience, current research, and real stories from  families who've navigated perinatal psychosis. My mission is simple: ensure that no mother feels alone, no family feels helpless, and no healthcare provider feels unprepared. Together, we can transform how we recognize, treat, and support women experiencing perinatal psychosis.

Course Curriculum

5 Chapters · 15 Lessons

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      Perinatal & Postpartum Psychosis Q&A [0:58:38]

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      Meet Pauline Walfisch, LCSW, PMH-C

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      Meet Sonia Murdock

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      Meet Dr. Ariela Frieder, MD, PMH-C; Life Cycle Psychiatry

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Janalyn Pomeroy, MSW, Doula; The Nesting Place, Long Island Doula Association & Moments To Breathe Doula

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      PSI Fact Sheet

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      Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance Fact Sheet

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      Postpartum Resource Center of New York Palm Card

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      NYS Office of Mental Health Fact Sheet

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      Quick Postpartum Plan Worksheet

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      Quiz

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      Thank you

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      Course Evaluation

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      License Information

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      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 

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join healthcare providers, social workers, and families who are gaining the knowledge to recognize, understand, and effectively support women experiencing perinatal psychosis. This isn't just education—it's empowerment. Start your journey today and help change outcomes for mothers in crisis.

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Helping Hands Psychotherapy, LCSW, 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.