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
January 28-29, 2026 – Virtual Training
January 28-29, 2026 – Virtual
Zoom – Components of Care – starts at 8:30am CT
3rd Day Advanced Training is Also Available
March 4-5, 2026 – Sacramento, CA
March 4-5, 2026 – Sacremento, CA
Components of Care
3rd Day Advanced Training is Also Available
Coming soon
March 11-12, 2026 – Virtual Training
March 11-12, 2026 – Virtual Training
Zoom – Components of Care – starts at 8:30 am PT
3rd Day Advanced Training is Also Available
March 11-12, 2026 – Spanish in person training
March 11-12, 2026 – In person training. Bogota, Colombia
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogota, Colombia
3rd Day Advanced Training in Spanish is also available
March 25-26, 2026 – Houston, TX
March 25-26, 2026 – Houston, TX
Components of Care – starts at 8am CT
3rd Day Advanced Training is Also Available
April 15-16, 2026 – Park Ridge, IL
April 15-16, 2026 – Park Ridge, IL
Components of Care – starts at 8am CT
3rd Day Advanced Training is Also Available
May 18-19, 2026 – Spanish Virtual Training
May 18-19, 2026 – Virtual Training
Zoom – Components of Care – starts at 8:30 am CT
3rd Day Advanced Training in Spanish is Also Available
May 20, 2026 – Virtual Training
PSI Conference 2026 in Los Angeles, CA
June 2026 in Los Angeles, CA – This training will be available at our upcoming Conference in Los Angeles, CA. Join the mailing list to stay up to date on conference registration.
July 29-30, 2026 – Virtual Training
July 29-30, 2026 – Virtual Training
Zoom – Components of Care – starts at 8:30 am ET
3rd Day Advanced Training is Also Available
October 7-8, 2026 – Duluth, MN
October 7-8, 2026 – Duluth, MN
Components of Care – starts at 8:00 am
3rd Day Advanced Training is Also Available
October 14-15, 2026 – Virtual Training
October 14-15, 2026 – Virtual Training
Zoom – Components of Care – starts at 8:30 am CT
3rd Day Advanced Training is Also Available
December 9-10, 2026 – Virtual Training
December 9-10, 2026 – Virtual Training
Zoom – Components of Care – starts at 8:30 am PT
3rd Day Advanced Training is Also Available
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 a certificate of completion.
Continuing Education Credits
- Social Workers: Postpartum Support International, #2361, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 4/11/2025 – 4/11/2026. Social workers completing this course receive 14.5 clinical continuing education credits.
- 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).
- 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 06/03/2025 – 06/02/2026, 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 06/05/2026. OCEAN ID #2024-12.
- Occupational Therapists: Postpartum Support International is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity approval ID# 340. This DL-Interactive activity is offered at 1.45 CEUs, Intermediate, OT Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
- CAPPA Doulas: PSI Trainings are approved by CAPPA
Agenda
PSI Training Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Identify the challenges faced when identifying and treating Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
- Describe the symptoms and understand the differential diagnosis of prenatal and postpartum depression, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorders and psychosis.
- Discuss psychopharmacology as it relates to pregnancy, postpartum, and lactation.
- Assess prenatal and postpartum risk factors.
- Assess for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
- Identify treatment options for PMADs.
- Discuss breastfeeding and PMADs.
- Develop psychosocial and self-help treatment plans as well as appropriate psychotherapy techniques and alternative therapies
- State appropriate psychotherapy modalities.
- Indicate consequences of untreated Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
- Discuss effects and consequences on partners.
- Identify social support, legislative changes, and community resources, including how to set up support groups and offer social support.
- Discuss cultural differences and PMADs.
- Discuss spirituality and PMADs
Testimonials
“Wonderful training! Your passion for the subject is infectious and conducive to sharing info and rallying support of the topic.”
“Appreciated inclusion of men, lesbians, racial minorities and SES minorities throughout the day and multiple topics.”
“A-ma-zing. So personable, open, human. Thank you!”
“Thank you for the panel of survivors. They were very powerful and added so much to the training.”
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- Great Presentation. Very valuable information.
- Great sense of humor and anecdotes that made the info and presentation interesting and relatable.
- Enjoyed cultural info.
- I appreciate your wisdom, humor, and gentleness in presentation of your own and your client’s stories.
- Very good examples, Very good at balancing difficult subject matter with light hearted humor.
- Very thoughtful and information. I didn’t know so much of this!
- The panel had good variety and very sincere.
- Great experience for me. Will supplement my curriculum greatly.
- Fantastic presentation!!
- Great training – addressed an appropriate breadth and depth of the topic. I feel very competent to treat this topic as an LMFT focus.
- The videos were great!
- This was a wonderful overview of so many topics. I would like to attend additional more in-depth trainings. This was a wonderful 2 days — can’t wait to get more involved.
- You covered a lot of interesting topics. I got some better understanding of what I experienced. I realize now I had this disorder and didn’t know what was wrong with me. Thank you for making me feel more normal.
- Very passionate group of people presenting.
Would you like to bring a training to your area?
- Email training@postpartum.net
- Read the FAQs about PSI Trainings
