#32 - Perinatal. Mental. HEALTH. | Shivonne Odom

Send a textThe Women's Health, Wisdom, and... WINE! podcast is a weekly conversation with practitioners, providers, patients & healers about complex reproductive medicine & women's health challenges, the value of an integrative approach to these challenges, many of the women's health topics you're already thinking about & uncomfortable talking about & my personal favorite... WINE!Perinatal mental health (PMH) conditions are those which occur during pregnancy or in the first year following the birth of a child. Perinatal mental illness affects up to 20% of new and expectant mothers and covers a wide range of conditions.If left untreated, mental health issues can have significant and long-lasting effects on the woman, the child, and the wider family. Specialized PMH services provide care and treatment for women with complex mental health needs and support the developing relationship between parent and baby. They also offer women with mental health needs advice for planning a pregnancy.About Shivonne:Shivonne is passionate about helping improve the mental health of women, helping promote women’s empowerment, and mental health awareness. She provides counseling services to women and girls aged 16 years- adult. In addition to cognitive behavioral therapy and person- centered theoretical orientation, Shivonne also uses solution-focused and interpersonal therapy. Her specialization?  Maternal mental health counseling for mothers and mothers with perinatal disorders (Postpartum depression, fertility issues, miscarriage, and postpartum anxiety).Resources Mentioned:Therapy for Black GirlsConnect with Shivonne:Akoma Counseling ConceptsFacebook: Akoma Counseling Concepts, LLCTwitter: @DCTherapistInstagram: @akoma_counselingThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at [email protected] the showThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our firm, The Eudaimonia Center on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterThreads: The Eudaimonia CenterFor more integrative reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at [email protected]