Tune In for PMHI's July 2026 Webinar
Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM • Irish Time
This 90-minute session offers a warm, clinically grounded exploration of the perinatal mental health needs of clients of advanced maternal age. Participants will explore common presenting concerns—including anxiety, grief and loss, and adjustment- and identity-related stress—and how these experiences can influence perinatal wellbeing. Integrating current research with clinical case examples and reflective discussion, the presentation highlights therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, and somatic practices to support emotional regulation, identity integration, and resilience.
Attendees will leave with greater confidence, practical tools, and compassionate insight to build trusting therapeutic relationships and more effectively support clients navigating pregnancy and early parenthood later in life.
Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM • Irish Time
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Why This Training Matters
As more individuals become parents later in life, perinatal professionals are increasingly supporting clients of advanced maternal age. While this population often brings deep intentionality, perspective, and resilience to parenthood, they may also encounter unique emotional, relational, and identity-related challenges shaped by fertility journeys, medical complexity, and cultural expectations about motherhood.
What You'll Learn:
Common presenting concerns for clients of advanced maternal age
How anxiety, grief and loss, and identity stress influence perinatal wellbeing
Therapeutic approaches including EMDR, ACT, mindfulness, and somatic practices
Supporting emotional regulation and identity integration
Building resilience during pregnancy and early parenthood later in life
Cultural expectations and their impact on older parents
How to build trusting therapeutic relationships with this population
Practical tools for supporting unique challenges of advanced maternal age
Meet Your Instructor!
Emily Riggs, LISW, RYT
Emily Riggs, MSW, LISW-S, RYT, PMH-C is a licensed psychotherapist, mental health consultant, and speaker based in the United States. She specializes in women's mental health, with a focus on trauma, grief, and life transitions — including maternal mental health, infertility, and perinatal trauma.
Emily is an EMDR-certified therapist and Consultant-in-Training under the mentorship of Dr. Mara Tesler Stein of the Touchstone Institute. Drawing on EMDR, DBT, ACT, and somatic practices, she walks alongside women as they build lives they’re proud of.
Outside of her work with clients, speaking, and consulting, Emily is developing a focused research agenda exploring the psychosocial and mental health experiences of women who become parents at 35 and older. Her interest in this area is both professional and personal; as a mother who entered parenthood later in life, she is committed to advancing research, clinical discourse, and compassionate care that honors this growing population.
Emily is also the host of Breathe, Darling, a podcast dedicated to grounded, connecting conversations that help us breathe a little easier.
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.
