Tune In for PMHI's June Webinar
Monday, June 9th • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM • Irish Time
Learn evidence-based approaches to support clients through pregnancy and childbirth when previous trauma experiences are present. In this training Michelle with cover creating personalized, trauma-informed birth plans that empower clients and increase feelings of safety and agency, developing skills in recognizing trauma activation patterns specific to the perinatal context and implementing effective real-time interventions, and practical "Trauma CPR" techniques to ground clients experiencing flashbacks, dissociation, or acute trauma responses during pregnancy, birth, or postpartum care. You'll gain insight into how previous reproductive trauma affects current pregnancy experiences and birth expectations, while also building your own resilience as a practitioner witnessing and supporting clients through potentially triggering experiences. Ideal for midwives, doulas, obstetricians, nurses, mental health professionals, social workers, and all practitioners supporting individuals through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.
Monday, June 9th • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM • Irish Time
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Why This Training Matters
Many birthing people have experienced previous trauma, which can emerge during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Without trauma-informed care, standard interventions may inadvertently retraumatize clients. This training equips you with practical skills to prevent trauma activation, respond effectively when it occurs, and support your clients through vulnerable perinatal experiences.
What You'll Learn:
Practical "Trauma CPR" techniques for acute trauma activation
Strategies for trauma-sensitive birth planning
How to recognize trauma responses in the perinatal period
Approaches for empowering clients with trauma histories
Implementation of trauma-informed language and practices
Self-care strategies for providers working with trauma
Skills to prevent vicarious trauma in your practice
Meet Your Instructor!
Michelle Flynn, MIACP
and Perinatal Psychotherapist
Michelle Flynn is an IACP accredited Psychotherapist and founder of An Croí Beag Psychotherapy. Michelle holds a Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy as well as a Higher Diploma in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and a level 9 Certificate in Perinatal Mental Health. Michelle has additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy(CBT), Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy, and Parent-Infant mental health through the Anna Freud Centre in London and is currently training in Somatic Psychotherapy. She has a particular interest working with perinatal mental health, postnatal depression, traumatic births, perinatal loss, and anxiety. Michelle has extensive experience working with parents on all aspects of parenthood and relationships.
Join the PMHI Community Hub
Where Perinatal Providers Connect & Grow
€19/month gives you:
Attend ALL monthly webinars (with 90-day recording access)
Monthly peer consultation groups
Discussion boards & a treasure trove of resources
Discounts on all other PMHI trainings
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can't attend the live webinar?
Don't worry! When you purchase a live webinar, you'll also automatically receive access to the recording once it is available. This allows you to watch at your convenience if you can't attend live or want to review the content.
If you are a PMHI Community Hub member, you will be automatically invited to attend all live webinars. If you are not able to attend live, each webinar recording is available to you through your membership for 3 months after it was recorded.
Will I receive CPD credits for attending?
You'll receive a certificate of attendance for each webinar, which you can use for your continuing professional development records. The certificate includes the webinar title, presenter, date, and duration.
How do I join the live webinar?
After registration, you'll receive an email with all the details and a Zoom link. We'll also send reminder emails closer to the event date. Simply click the link at the scheduled time to join.
Is there a discount for purchasing multiple webinars?
The most cost-effective way to access multiple webinars is through our PMHI Community Hub membership. For €19/month, you get access to all upcoming monthly webinars plus any recorded webinars from the previous 90 days. You'll also get additional benefits like peer consultation groups and resource libraries.
What technology do I need to participate?
You'll need a device with internet access and the ability to run Zoom. While you can join from any device, a larger screen is recommended for viewing presentation slides. A microphone is helpful for the Q&A portion but not required, as you can also submit questions via chat.
Are the webinars interactive?
Yes! Each webinar includes time for Q&A with the presenter. You can submit questions via the chat function or use your microphone to ask directly during the designated Q&A period. Some presenters also welcome questions ahead of time and when they do, we'll send an email with a form to submit your questions before the event.
What level of expertise is required to benefit from these webinars?
Our webinars are designed to be accessible to professionals at all levels while still providing valuable insights for experienced practitioners. Each webinar description includes information about the intended audience to help you choose the most relevant sessions.
Can I share my registration with colleagues?
Each registration provides access for a single viewer. We appreciate your understanding that sharing access with others impacts our ability to continue providing quality education.
