Somatic and Nature-Based Approaches for Perinatal Mental Health in Immigrant Communities Webinar

Open to WA state professionals who work with perinatal families in WA state.

Research, data, and storytelling from around the world tells us that connecting to the body and connecting to nature can bring healing opportunities across cultures. Addressing perinatal mental health with these approaches opens up opportunities to connect with wellbeing in a way that is responsive and attuned to the experiences that people from all over the world may bring with them. In this 90 minute webinar, we will explore the approach, applications, and effectiveness of techniques such as EMDR – Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing; MBSR Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction; and many others. Participants will take away awareness and knowledge of accessible and effective ways to promote mental health in the perinatal period.

Audience: open to WA state professionals working with perinatal families in WA state, with a focus on systems-level changes in perinatal mental health.

Date: Tuesday, June 23rd

Time: 10am-11:30am PDT

Location: Zoom

Cost: FREE

Facilitator: Martha Aguiñiga, MA, LMHC, IMH-E (III)

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This free webinar is offered by Perinatal Support WA through a grant from Strengthening Families Washington at the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF).

This webinar does not provide any Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

This webinar will be recorded and available on the Perinatal Support WA webinar page.  If you cannot attend in person, you do not need to register.  Recording will be uploaded approximately 1 month after the training.

Martha Aguiñiga, MA, LMHC, IMH-E (III), is an equity-driven Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience in trauma-informed care, infant and early childhood mental health, and culturally responsive clinical practice. She is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist, a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist, and the founder and clinical director of Mente Counseling & Consultation, where she provides trauma-focused psychotherapy, consultation, and community-based trainings. Martha has been a leader in community mental health programs, supporting clinical teams and integrating infant mental health principles into program
development and care delivery. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Martha is passionate about strengthening community systems of care that nurture the well-being of birthing parents, infants, and families.