Bridging Biology and Psychology: Hormonal Foundations of Perinatal Mental Health

Expert Training with Dr. Carolina Giacobone, Perinatal Psychiatrist

The Perinatal Mental Health Institute presents this essential 90-minute training on the neuroendocrine foundations of perinatal mental health, led by Dr. Carolina Giacobone, MD, MRCpsych, Perinatal Psychiatrist and Founder of Yellow Rose Mental Health Clinic.

Why This Training Matters:

Hormonal shifts are central not only to the physiology of pregnancy and postpartum but are also deeply entwined with psychological and emotional experiences. Understanding these complex interactions is crucial for providing effective perinatal mental health support. This training bridges the gap between biological knowledge and clinical application, enhancing your ability to support clients experiencing hormone-related distress.

What You'll Learn:

✨ Foundational understanding of hormonal architecture in pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and lactation

✨ How rapid hormonal fluctuations influence emotional regulation, sleep, and stress responses

✨ The role of hormones in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders

✨ Interaction between hormonal changes and pre-existing mental health conditions

✨ Psychological and symbolic dimensions of hormonal transitions

✨ Simple, effective psychotherapeutic skills for hormone-related distress

✨ Appropriate referral pathways for complex presentations

Training Format:

This recorded 90-minute webinar blends neuroscience, clinical insight, and psychotherapeutic skills reflection. The training emphasizes practical application while building your confidence in understanding hormonal influences on perinatal mental health.

Who This Training Is For:

This session is valuable for all perinatal professionals, including:

🌿 Mental health practitioners

🌿 Healthcare providers

🌿 Midwives and doulas

🌿 Lactation consultants

🌿 Perinatal support workers

🌿 Anyone seeking to understand the biological foundations of perinatal mental health

About Your Instructor:

Dr. Carolina Giacobone is a Perinatal Psychiatrist with over 13 years of clinical experience across Argentina and Ireland. She holds advanced qualifications including MD (Hons), MRCpsych, MSc Perinatal Mental Health (Hons), and MA Perinatal Integrative Psychotherapy (Hons). Dr. Giacobone takes an integrative approach, combining evidence-based psychopharmacology with trauma-informed psychotherapy, and is an active member of the Perinatal Psychiatry Special Interest Group within the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland.

What's Included:

✔️ 90-minute recorded training

✔️ Certificate of attendance

✔️ Lifetime access to the recording

✔️ Resource recommendations

✔️ Practical implementation guidance

Enhance your understanding of the biological foundations underlying perinatal mental health. This training will help you develop a deeper appreciation for how hormonal changes impact your clients' emotional experiences and equip you with practical tools to provide more informed, effective support.