Live Online Course · Sept 29, 2026

A Doula's Guide to Perinatal Anxiety Disorders

A 2-hour live virtual training to help you recognize, respond, and refer with confidence when your clients experience PMADs.

Postpartum PTSD · Postpartum OCD · Perinatal Anxiety · Postpartum Psychosis · Mental Health Emergencies

You Know Something Feels Off. But What Do You Do Next?

As a birth or postpartum doula, you sit with families in their most tender moments. You notice the intrusive thoughts, the racing heart, the disconnection, the fear behind the smile.

But recognizing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders is only step one. This live training gives you the language, tools, and referral pathways to truly support your clients  without stepping outside your scope.

What You'll Learn

Two hours. Practical, evidence-informed, and doula-centered.

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Recognize

Identify the signs and symptoms of postpartum anxiety, PP-OCD, postpartum PTSD, and postpartum psychosis in your clients.

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Respond

Learn compassionate scripts and grounding techniques to support your client in the moment — within your scope of practice.

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Refer

Conversation on referral for therapists, psychiatric providers, and emergency resources — including how to handle a mental health crisis.

Inside the Course

Everything covered in our 2-hour live session.

✓ Perinatal Anxiety

Understanding how anxiety shows up during pregnancy and postpartum, and how it differs from typical new-parent worry.

✓ Postpartum OCD

The intrusive thoughts your clients are afraid to say out loud — and how to normalize seeking support.

✓ Postpartum PTSD

Recognizing birth trauma, its lasting impact, and how doulas can support healing pathways.

✓ Postpartum Psychosis

A rare but serious emergency — how to identify warning signs and act quickly and safely.

✓ Managing Emergencies

Step-by-step protocols for supporting a client in crisis and coordinating with their care team.

✓ Practice Cases

Interactive case review to build confidence.

Meet Your Instructor

Instructor
Shauna Rich, MSW, LISW
Mother Rising Co-Founder, Perinatal Psychotherapist & Educator

Shauna's initial expertise comes from her 30+ years experience as a mom (& gramma) and 20+ years of supporting parents, teen parents, and families. 

Specializing in perinatal and women’s mental health, she helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, birth trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. 

With a background in maternal health, childbirth education, and doula work, Shauna brings a deep understanding of the complexities of parenthood and identity. She is passionate about challenging societal norms, advocating for families, and creating space for meaningful change. 

Shauna is expert at helping people connect with their values, build resilience, and approach parenting with more mindfulness and self-compassion. She helps mothers discover their authentic self and stay true to this while navigating the ups and downs of life.

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Early Bird $60.00 until Sept 1, 2026 - Regular pricing $75.00

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