Prevention Programs
About Perinatal Mental Health Prevention Programs
Three evidence-based protocols, two of which have been endorsed by the United States Preventive Services Task Force, have proved effective in preventing PMH conditions by teaching parents how to reduce stress, improve communication, and build social support.
These programs focus primarily on parents with limited resources or support systems and are typically available via community mental health centers, federally qualified health centers, or home visiting programs.
Mothers & Babies
Focus on low-income women
Valid during pregnancy and postpartum
English and Spanish
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Group (8 sessions) or individual (9 sessions) via home visiting programs
ROSES
Reach Out, Stay Strong, Essential for Mothers of Newborns (ROSES)
Focus on low-income women during pregnancy
Group or one-on-one
4 sessions during pregnancy, 1 booster session postpartum
Integrated Interpersonal Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral therapy
PREPP
Practical Resources for Effective Postpartum Parenting (PREPP)
Focus on mother-baby dyad
Incorporates reflect skills, mindfulness, stress tolerance
English and Spanish
One-on-one; 5 sessions