1 NBCC CE • $60

On Demand Workshop with Emily Beltran, LCSW

Perinatal Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

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About this course:

Perinatal obsessive-compulsive disorder is more common than most realize, yet there is very limited research on the disorder. The lack of information around perinatal OCD is problematic and can have detrimental consequences. This course will equip participants with knowledge and tools to differentiate perinatal OCD from other perinatal disorders like anxiety, depression and psychosis. Course topics include statistics, possible risks and causes, and specific OCD themes that show up in pregnancy and postpartum. Participants will learn which tools are best to use to assess and the challenges around assessing for perinatal OCD and the impacts of mis or under diagnosing. There will be case examples and education on treatment planning.

What’s Included:

1-Hour Recorded Workshop
Slides + Clinical Resources
1 NBCC CE

Price: $60

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Objectives
Participants will be able to…

  • Differentiate the key symptoms of perinatal obsessive-compulsive disorder from other common perinatal mental health conditions to improve diagnostic accuracy.

  • Evaluate the clinical risks associated with misdiagnosing perinatal OCD and their impact on treatment outcomes.

  • Integrate evidence-based treatment options for perinatal OCD into therapeutic practice to enhance client care.

Did you know?

  • Aggressive obsessions are more common in perinatal OCD vs non-perinatal OCD.

  • Misdiagnosing and underdiagnosing perinatal OCD can lead to negative consequences for parent and baby.

  • Major depression is the most common co-occurring disorder with perinatal OCD.

  • Many with perinatal OCD feel shame around sharing they are having scary thoughts and avoid getting help.

Meet the Instructor

Emily Beltran, LCSW

Emily Beltran is a neurodivergent queer mama to three children living in Southern California. She has a passion for working with the perinatal population due to her own personal experiences with perinatal anxiety, pregnancy loss and traumatic birth. Emily has worked in the mental health field for over 15 years, specializing in perinatal mental health, parenting young children, OCD and trauma.