As we step into the new year, we're thrilled to bring you updates, opportunities, and achievements within our vibrant community. Let's dive into a chance to WIN!!
📆 Win Tickets to the 4th Tri AZ Conference!
PSI-AZ will be hosting an Instagram contest in Feburary for a chance to win tickets to the upcoming 4th Tri AZ Conference. This is not just an opportunity to attend a valuable conference but also a chance to raise awareness for perinatal mental health. Stay tuned for details on how to enter and make a positive impact! Be sure to follow PSI-AZ on Instagram for more details:
✍️ Upcoming Events - Save the Date!
PMH Equity & Access Committee Virtual Meeting
JAN. 18, 2024
Join our first virtual lunch of the year for networking, connection, guided meditation, and a chance to win a featured book for February's virtual lunch event! Register Here.
March for Change
JAN. 24, 2024
Join us for an impactful day at the State Capitol, learning about maternal and infant health related bills for this legislative session and advocating for policies benefiting Arizona's families. Want to join PSI-AZ? Email us.
🌟 Voice for Change Workshop: How to Shape Policy through Your Personal Story
JAN. 27, 2024
Unleash the power of your story to drive policy change. Join us for our Voice for Change Workshop!
Developing Conflict Intelligence Workshop
FEB. 13, 2024
Conflict in life, and especially during the postpartum phase of early parenthood, is inevitable. Join us on Zoom at the Postpartum Support International Arizona Chapter Meeting for a transformative session with Andrea Hipps, LBSW, an expert in relationship dynamics. Sign Up Here.
🌟 Mental Health Advocacy Day @ the Capitol
MAR. 18, 2024
Join PSI-AZ and other organizations for Mental Health Advocacy Day 2024! This event aims to raise awareness, promote education, and foster policy changes to support mental health and well-being in Arizona. Let’s get loud and bring our legislators' attention to Perinatal Mental Health (PMH) barriers to care and actionable steps they can take! Sign Up Here.
New PMH-Cs 💜 💚 🤍
🎉 Congratulations to our three newest Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) providers:
Lizett Garcia, PMH-C | Family Support Specialist, Health Families Arizona
Jada Rush, LM CPM LMFT PMH-C | Owner/Midwife at Rah Midwifery
Amanda Nomicos, LAC, PMH-C | BrainBody Wellness Counseling & Biofeedback
What a success: we're now at 116 AZ PMH-Cs, having added 28 more in 2023!
Are you interested in completing your PMH-C?
Connect with PSI-AZ In-Person! 🤝
Curious about where you can meet us in person this year? We'd love to see you! Here's where we'll be—come visit us at our booth:
4th Trimester AZ Conference | Feb 24, Mesa: Join us for an insightful day where we'll be sharing valuable resources and connecting with the community.
West Valley Birth Expo | March 2, Peoria: Explore the world of birth and beyond with us at the West Valley Birth Expo. Stop by our booth to say hello!
High-Risk Perinatal Program Conference | June 18, Phoenix: Dive into discussions on high-risk perinatal care. Connect with us at our booth to learn more about our initiatives.
AZ Strong Families Conference - AAP Conference | Sept 24 - 28, Chandler: Join us at the American Academy of Pediatric Physicians Conference for the AZ Strong Families Conference. Let's discuss how we can strengthen families together.
AIM Conference | Nov 7, Phoenix: Save the date for the AIM Conference! Visit our booth and engage with us as we explore advancements in perinatal mental health.
We're excited to connect with you face-to-face. Don't miss the chance to stop by, grab some PSI-AZ goodies, and chat with our team!
We’d love to add more events across the entire state. We’d love your help finding some non-Phoenix events to attend!
💼 Scholarship Update
In 2023, we awarded 221 training and exam scholarships (204 for training & 17 for exams). In 2024, our goal is to double this number, thanks to the support from the Arizona Department of Health Service and the BCBS of AZ Foundation.
In our first 2024 batch, we awarded 22 training scholarships and 11 exam scholarships!
Scholarship Priorities:
Providers serving less-populous areas (non-Maricopa, non-Pima counties)
Providers of color
Providers accepting AHCCCS
Next training scholarship application deadline: Feb 17 at midnight, AZ time.
Exam scholarships are reviewed on the 15th of every month.
Your support, engagement, and dedication continue to drive positive change in perinatal mental health care. Thank you for being an integral part of our journey.
As we embark on this journey together in 2024, your support becomes the driving force behind the positive change we bring to perinatal mental health care in Arizona. Every contribution, big or small, makes a significant impact on the lives of families we aim to support.
With Gratitude,
Elizabeth Wood, Arizona Chapter Chair
Postpartum Support International