Episode 32. Empowering Parents: Understanding Perinatal Mental Health
In this episode of "Perspectively Yours," we had the privilege of hosting Kara Kushnir, a psychotherapist and LCSW specializing in perinatal mental health. Kara shared her journey into this field, inspired by her personal experiences with perinatal anxiety. She discussed the importance of specialized training and certification in perinatal mental health to provide effective support to individuals navigating the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Kara is shedding light on the critical importance of mental health support during the perinatal period and the need for comprehensive care to ensure the well-being of new parents and their families.
In this episode, we discuss:
The gap in perinatal mental health care
Commonizing vs. normalizing
Why people don’t seek help
Organizations bridging the gap
Resources + Links