Introduction to Perintal Mood and Anxiety Disorders

Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 10:00 AM EDT - 1:00 PM EDT

$59.99 Rebecca Canzonieri, LCSW-C, LICSW, PMH-C

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), including depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions experienced during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Participants will gain an understanding of the various types of PMADs, their risk factors, signs and symptoms, and effective screening tools. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of early identification, appropriate referrals, and culturally sensitive care to improve maternal mental health outcomes. The course will also explore evidence-based treatment options, including psychotherapy, pharmacology, and support systems for both the parent and their family.

About the Presenter

Rebecca Canzonieri is a clinical social worker with nearly a decade of experience, I specialize in women’s health and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). Through both specialized training and personal experience, I have developed a deep passion for supporting individuals navigating these often-overlooked challenges.

I work in private practice, focusing primarily on PMADs, while also providing outpatient therapy, intensive outpatient therapy groups, and employee assistance program services at a local hospital. I am dedicated to educating fellow clinicians on the unique nature of perinatal mood disorders and advocating for increased awareness and positive change for this underserved population. I am licensed in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. and am committed to making a lasting impact on the field of women’s mental health.

This workshop Offers 3 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits

Learning Objectives:

Identify and understand the key risk factors, signs, and symptoms of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) to improve early detection and intervention.

Evaluate evidence-based treatment options for PMADs, including psychotherapy, medication, and support networks, and understand how to apply these treatments in clinical practice.

Develop cultural competency in providing care for individuals experiencing PMADs, focusing on addressing stigma, understanding diverse experiences, and offering inclusive, sensitive support.

Learning Objectives:

Identify and understand the key risk factors, signs, and symptoms of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) to improve early detection and intervention.

Evaluate evidence-based treatment options for PMADs, including psychotherapy, medication, and support networks, and understand how to apply these treatments in clinical practice.

Develop cultural competency in providing care for individuals experiencing PMADs, focusing on addressing stigma, understanding diverse experiences, and offering inclusive, sensitive support.

Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.

Disability Access - If you require ADA accommodations, please contact our office 30 days or more before the event. We cannot ensure accommodations without adequate prior notification. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often, and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. The grievance policy for trainings provided by the NEFESH INTERNATIONAL is available here Satisfactory Completion Participants must have paid the tuition fee, logged in and out each day, attended the entire workshop, and completed an evaluation to receive a certificate (If this is a pre-recorded program, a post-test with a passing grade of 80% to receive a certificate.) Failure to log in or out will result in forfeiture of credit for the entire course. No exceptions will be made. Partial credit is not available. Certificates are available after satisfactory course completion by clicking here.

There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.

CE You! is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland.
CE You! maintains responsibility for this program.
Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0129.
Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0325.
Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0774.

Refund Policy: Full Refund until 48 hours before scheduled date.

48 hours before: full refund less $5.00 processing fee. After event no refund will be given.

*exclusions apply for reasonable need and cause.