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SUMMARY:Free Perinatal Mental Health Certification
DESCRIPTION:We’re recruiting 30 mental health providers to earn their PMH-C and begin seeing Medicaid patients. \nWe’re seeking licensed mental health providers in WA State who want to specialize in perinatal care and expand access for Medicaid patients. Once PMH-C certified\, the cohort will possess the skills needed to help families experiencing mental health conditions in the perinatal period. We especially encourage applications from providers of color and those working with underserved or hard- to-reach communities.  \nWHAT’S INCLUDED:  \n20 hours of paid training  \n\nRequired coursework for the PMH-C application\, provided by Perinatal Support WA (PS-WA) through Postpartum Support International (PSI) \n\nApplication support  \n\nGuidance through the PMH-C application process (offered through Postpartum Support International) \n\nExam costs covered  \n\nTest fees and necessary travel to the testing site are paid \n\nMedicaid paneling support  \n\nHelp navigating the Medicaid enrollment process once you’re certified \n\nCompletion bonus  \n\nFinancial incentive for completing certification and Medicaid paneling \n\nKEY DEADLINES:  \nApplications due by May 15th  \nParticipants are expected to pass the PMH-C exam and begin the Medicaid enrollment process by September 29th\, 2026. \nIf you are interested\, please complete the APPLICATION FORM.
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/free-pmh-c-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ContinuingEducation,Provider Training
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SUMMARY:Creating a Nest of Care Cohort: Monthly Consults on Perinatal Loss for Birthworkers
DESCRIPTION:This training centers\, and is free for\, BIPOC birth workers in King County\, WA.  \nThe Creating a Nest of Care: Perinatal Loss for Birthworkers Monthly Consults (NOC) follows and accompanies the 3-Day Foundational training on Perinatal and Infant Loss. \nThis series encapsulates what happens when loss of life is intertwined with the womb and birthing.  Join 30 local birth workers in a nine-month commitment to growing the web of care necessary to support someone through this loss.  Each month\, we will delve deeper into specific topics around supporting families through perinatal loss and bereavement- from disposition choices\, to shrouding\, to donor milk options and more.    \nCreating a Nest Cohort is a 9-month project provided for free in partnership with Imani’s Light and Perinatal Support WA for BIPOC birthworkers serving families in King County. Please note this training is free for BIPOC King County birth workers.  \n“Birthworkers” are defined as those who are helpers/providers/carers working with people during the childbearing period. They include\, but not limited to: doulas\, peers\, WIC counselors\, case managers\, nurses\, home visitors\, perinatal mental health providers\, etc \nDates and times: \nWeekly on the Third Wednesday of the month from May to December. \nDoors open at 10:00am with brunch provided. Content will begin promptly at 10:30am \nFoundational training: April 22-24th. \nDates and times: \nWednesday\, 5/20; 10-1:30pm  \nWednesday\, 6/17; 10-1:30pm \nWednesday\, 7/15; 10-1:30pm \nWednesday\, 8/19; 10-1:30pm \nWednesday\, 9/16; 10-1:30pm \nWednesday\, 10/21; 10-1:30pm \nWednesday\, 11/18; 10-1:30pm  \nWednesday\, 12/16; 10-1:30pm \nLocation: In-Person; due to the nature of the content and curriculum\, the sessions necessitate in-person attendance. The experiential learning and community building fostered in this space are not replicable in a virtual format (for months 1\, 6\, and 7 hybrid options will be a permissible accommodation for health reasons only\, not convenience)  \nCasey Family Programs 1123 23rd Avenue Seattle\, WA 98122 \nPlease see the list below and register for as many sessions as you will attend. Space is limited and meals will be provided\, so please register accurately for your availability. \nConsultation Group structure: \nMonth 1: 5/20 Getting the News\, PMADs\, and Medical Advocacy*  \n\nHow to deliver and receive life-changing news with sensitivity and support.  \nEmpowering families to understand and navigate medical information and decisions early in diagnosis or complications.\n\nContinuing support and advocacy for families post-loss\, including follow-up care and memorial planning\nGrief Therapy options\n\n\n\nMonth 2: 6/17 Ambiguous/Disenfranchised Grief Support*\n*hybrid accommodation available \n\nStrategies for supporting families through the intersections of ambiguous/disenfranchised grief support (families with experience with incarceration/ICE\, child removal\, loss due to overdose\, unhoused)  Hybrid accommodation available.\n\nMonth 3: 7/15 Perinatal and Infant Disposition Choices /Shrouding and Care After Death* Empowering families to honor their children with a disposition choice that honors a family’s beliefs/wishes. \n\nTechniques for shrouding and caring for the deceased with dignity\, including cultural practices and hands-on training.\n\nMonth 4: 8/19 Community Wellness \n\nArt and community building \n\nMonth 5: 9/16 Bereavement Photography*  \n– Bonus Session: Field Trip to Return Home Funeral Home (Date TBD) \n\nBest practices for bereavement photography\, training on creating meaningful memories through photographs\, handprints\, locks of hair\, and other keepsakes.\nPrivate tour for our cohort of the Return Home Funeral Home about green disposition options\, address & details in email to participants\n\nMonth 6: 10/21 Pregnancy after Loss & Stories of Loss: Cultural Care Practices*\n*Hybrid accommodation available\n– Bonus Session: Infant & Perinatal Loss Awareness Walk (Date TBD) \n\nParents Panel\nVolunteer opportunity at the Infant & Perinatal Loss Awareness Walk\n\nMonth 7: 11/18 Breast/Chest Feeding After Loss*\n*Hybrid accommodation available \n\nGuidance on navigating the physical and emotional aspects of working with lactation after perinatal loss \n\nMonth 8: 12/16 Building a Community Network & Graduation \n\nClosing of the series with reflection and pulling together strategies for building and sustaining a supportive network for ongoing community and professional support.\n\nPlease note this training is free for BIPOC King County birth workers.  \nIf you are BIPOC/In King County please REGISTER HERE! \nFacilitators:  \nWe will be joined by various community members and guest presenters during the 9-month sessions\, but all training will be guided by our main facilitators. \n*Continuing Education Units:\n \n\n18 CEUs approved for LICSW\, LMHC\, LMFT for sessions denoted with an asterisk (*)\nThis Program has been approved for 18 CEUs for Licensed Social Workers\, Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists by the Washington State Society for Clinical Social Work.\n18 Contact Hours approved for RNs: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing\, Provider Number 17084 for 18 contact hours for sessions denoted with an asterisk (*)\n\nAbout the Facilitators:  \nMarquita Straus\, MSW\, LICSW is a Perinatal Grief & Trauma Therapist\, Death Doula\, and founder of Imani’s Light Grief & Wellness Center. Marquita has over 15 years of serving BIPOC families. She has served as a full spectrum doula (birth\, postpartum\, and bereavement)\, breastfeeding peer counselor\, childbirth educator\, perinatal bereavement group facilitator\, and is a trained midwife. She aims to inspire and empower people to show up authentically\, while fiercely advocating for those navigating spaces that are not traditionally occupied by people of color. \n  \n  \nLa Tonia Bussell-Packard (they/she)\, Parent Resilience Specialist\, Traditional Midwife is a queer Black femme who supports pregnant and parenting families as a Parent Resilience Specialist in King County. They serve as an encouraging resource and witness for parents navigating the perinatal mental health landscape by using their firsthand experience as a parent who has lived with anxiety and depression. La Tonia knows firsthand the barriers that exist for Black and queer folx seeking support for their mental health. La Tonia has experienced personal and professional loss\, which allows them to offer supportive tools and skills that are based on lived experience and shared community ways of ‘knowing’ and processing grief and loss.  \nLa Tonia has spent the last 7+ years advocating for families\, attending births\, and providing compassionate care as a birth doula and student midwife. They graduated from midwifery school in June 2021 and now practice and attend births as a traditional midwife. In all their work\, La Tonia centers Black\, Indigenous\, and QTPOC families in their role as a midwife\, doula\, and peer. They use the framework and lens of reproductive justice\, the intersections of race\, class\, gender/sexuality\, and ability\, and radical rest politics when supporting families in their community. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/noc-2026-monthly-loss-consult/
LOCATION:Burien Community Center\, 14700 6th Ave SW\, Burien\, WA\, 98166\, United States
CATEGORIES:ContinuingEducation,Provider Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Perinatal Support Washington":MAILTO:training@perinatalsupport.org
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SUMMARY:Thriving Together Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Thriving Together meets on Tuesdays at Hearth Natural Medicine from 9:30-11AM. All pregnant people and postpartum with babies in arms up to 1 year are welcome. For questions or to get added to our email list: ThrivingTogetherPT@gmail.com\n \nDrop in style and free\n \nThis is shared by Dr. Rebecca Sornson\n\nHearth Natural Medicine\n112 Kala Square Pl Suite 2\nPort Townsend\, WA 98368
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/thriving-together-support-group/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Hearth Natural Medicine\, Kala Square Place 112\, Port Townsend\, WA\, 98368\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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SUMMARY:Mom and Baby Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Mom and Baby Support Group at Good Samaritan Hospital \nTuesdays • 10:00-11:30 \nJoin us to connect with other new moms! \nOur goal is to provide encouragement and support in your early months of mothering. We offer baby weight checks\, discussions about feeding\, sleep and adjustment issues\, informative speakers\, and the opportunity\nto meet other moms. No need to sign up ahead of time\, just attend when you can.Group meets in the Family Birth Center Classroom\, 1st floor\, near the Family Birth Center lobby. Enter through the main entrance on 15th Ave SE main entrance \nDue to classroom limitations this group only allows little ones who are non-mobile (pre-crawling).\nBring a baby blanket for baby if you would like to sit on the floor.\nThere is no charge to attend the group but donations are accepted. \nContact: Janet Dill 253 403-7586 \nJoin us on Facebook!\nfacebook.com/MomandBaby
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/mom-and-baby-support-group/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Good Samaritan Hospital\, 407 14th Avenue SE Family Birth Center\, Puyallup\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pierce,Support Group
GEO:47.1788395;-122.289631
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SUMMARY:Somatic and Nature-Based Approaches for Perinatal Mental Health in Immigrant Communities Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Open to WA state professionals who work with perinatal families in WA state. \nResearch\, 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. \nAudience: open to WA state professionals working with perinatal families in WA state\, with a focus on systems-level changes in perinatal mental health. \nDate: Tuesday\, June 23rd \nTime: 10am-11:30am PDT \nLocation: Zoom \nCost: FREE \nFacilitator: Martha Aguiñiga\, MA\, LMHC\, IMH-E (III) \nRegister Here\nThis free webinar is offered by Perinatal Support WA through a grant from Strengthening Families Washington at the Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families (DCYF). \nThis webinar does not provide any Continuing Education Units (CEUs). \nThis 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. \nAbout the Facilitator:\nMartha 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\ndevelopment 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.
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/somatic-and-nature-based-approaches-pmh-webinar-june2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ContinuingEducation,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Perinatal Support Washington":MAILTO:training@perinatalsupport.org
GEO:47.7510741;-120.7401385
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Lactation Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Open to all expecting\, nursing\, or pumping parents and their babies. \nWhere: Thurston County Public Health and Social Services \nWhen: The 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month 10:30am-12:00pm (Drop-ins Welcome!) \nWhat: Lactation Support Group led by a Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. \n\nThere will be opportunities to ask questions\, meet other lactating parents\, and receive support.\nWeekly lactation topic discussions\nWeight checks\n\nDrop-in Lactation Support Group Flyer  \nCheck out our Breastfeeding – LIFT webpage for more information and resources about breastfeeding! \nContact our LIFT team within Parent Child Health at (360) 463-7735 or email phss_lift@co.thurston.wa.us if you have additional questions.
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/drop-in-lactation-support-group-2/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Thurston County Public Health and Social Services\, Lilly Road Northeast 412\, Olympia\, WA\, 98506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
GEO:47.0520784;-122.8439102
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SUMMARY:Mothering Together - Clallam County
DESCRIPTION:A peer support group for mom’s walking through the joys and challenges that can come during pregnancy and/or the first years of their child’s life.\n\n\n\nThis is a place to be heard\, reassured\, and to find valuable resources within the community. It is an advice and judgement free zone where you are welcome to come as you are and share as much or as little as you choose.\n\n\n\nGroup is held via Zoom\, Tuesdays 11am-12pm.\n\nJoin us at the link below!\n\n\nhttps://zoom.us/j/95385504801?pwd=V0M0OWE3b24weE1sUjlhSzdxSGlWZz09\n\n\nContact info: Jeanene Heagy 360-809-4106
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/mothering-together-clallam-county-4/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Clallam,Support Group
GEO:47.7510741;-120.7401385
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SUMMARY:Whatcom Thriving Fathers
DESCRIPTION:“Grill & Chill” meetings during the fall and winter months are held Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm weekly at the Whatcom Family Village: 1501 Fraser St M-104\, Bellingham\, WA 98229. \nBabes in arms and very young children are always welcome at the weekly groups! This time is set aside to be a safe space for Dads to share freely so that makes it tricky to include older children; however\, seasonal family events are currently being planned! \nWeekly meetings include a BBQ meal and a space to share the joys and challenges of raising small humans! (The meal is FREE\, but optional donations to cover costs are welcome.) \nAbout us:\nWhatcom Thriving Fathers is dedicated to fostering a supportive community for fathers in Whatcom County. We understand that fatherhood can come with its unique challenges\, and we believe that by coming together\, we can create an environment where fathers feel strengthened and connected. Our mission is to provide peer support\, educational resources\, and engaging family activities that encourage personal growth and strengthen family bonds. With a commitment to inclusivity and understanding\, we invite fathers from all backgrounds to join us on this journey of thriving together. \nEmail whatcomthrivingfathers@gmail.com
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/whatcom-thriving-fathers/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:The Whatcom Family Village\, Fraser Street\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
GEO:48.7521764;-122.4549035
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SUMMARY:PS-WA Support Group for Dads
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://bit.ly/pswadadsgroup \nSUMMER SCHEDULE UPDATE: \nMeeting on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays in July and August \nReturning to regular groups on Sept 1 meeting every Tuesday 8:00-9:30 pm. Virtual \nJoin other self-identifying Dads and Fathers-to-be in this online support group\, hosted by a fellow Dad of three young kids. Wherever you are in the parenting journey\, from trying to get pregnant\, to caring for a newborn\, up through parenting a 2-year-old\, this group is for you. Share what’s challenging and find community and support from other guys who get it. This group is for you if you identify as a Dad and: \n\nThe transition to parenthood has been different or more difficult than you expected\nYou feel angry\, sad\, confused\, trapped or wish you could do more or make things better for your family\nYou are struggling in your relationship with your spouse or partner\nYou are concerned about your or your spouse/partner’s mental or physical health\nYour partner is unexpectedly pregnant or you are struggling to get pregnant\nYou had a traumatic birth\, have a baby in the NICU or your child or partner has other medical complications\nYou have lost a child before or after birth\n\nYou can expect a compassionate group of dads\, with lots of opportunities to listen and talk in a confidential and understanding space. \n 
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/ps-wa-support-group-for-dads-2/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support Group
GEO:47.7510741;-120.7401385
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