Healing Together: A Systemic Approach to Treating OCD in the Perinatal Period within the Couple Diad

In this 3.5 hour workshop you will: 

• Understand the Impact of Perinatal OCD:

  • Identify the symptoms and diagnostic criteria of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in the perinatal period, distinguishing between typical perinatal anxiety and clinical OCD.

  • Recognize the unique challenges and risks associated with OCD during pregnancy and postpartum, including its impact on the individual, family dynamics, and infant development.

  • Understand the impact of OCD on the couple’s relationship and attachment bond. 

• Examine Systemic Approaches to Treatment:

  • Explore evidence-based systemic interventions for perinatal OCD, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure and response prevention (ERP), and how these can be adapted for the perinatal context.

  • Discuss the role of family members in treatment, and understand how systemic therapy can involve partners, family members, and support networks in the healing process.

  • Explore evidence-based interventions in couples therapy specific to the unique challenges of individuals with OCD.

• Incorporate Culturally Responsive and Trauma-Informed Practices:

  • Learn how to provide culturally responsive care and understand the diverse cultural, societal, and familial factors that may impact the experience of OCD in the perinatal period.

  • Incorporate trauma-informed practices into treatment, understanding the significance of past trauma in shaping the course and treatment of OCD during pregnancy and postpartum.

*3 hours of Continuing Education approved by the MN Board of Marriage & Family Therapy and MN Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy.* 1 hour of cultural competence.

Schedule Outline

• Education: 1 hour in Length. 9:00-10:00am
  

• Break 15 minutes 10:00-10:15am

• Treatment Part A: 1 hour  10:15-11:15am
  

• Break 15 Minutes 11:15-11:30am

• Treatment Part B: 30 Minutes   11:30-12:00pm

• Practice of Self Compassion: group exercise 15 Minutes 12:00-12:15pm

• Ending with Q & A : 15 minutes  12:15-12:30pm 

Can't make it in-person? You can now join us virtually!

Questions? Looking for student or group discounts? Contact Melanie Vinton: melanie@ilifecounseling.com