BIPOC families face unique stressors that can increase the impact of Perinatal Mental Health challenges.
Some factors contributing to higher rates include:
- Systemic racism
- Unemployment
- Exposure to violence
- Gaps in medical insurance
- Lack of access to high-quality medical and mental health care
- Lack of representation in the medical system
- Higher risk of pregnancy and childbirth complications
Below you will find a list of PSI Services that may be helpful to you, or contact the PSI HelpLine to connect with support and resources.
Call or Text our HelpLine
1-800-944-4773 (4PPD) #1 En Español or #2 English
Text in English: 800-944-4773
Text en Español: 971-203-7773
The HelpLine will provide you with support and resources. You will be asked to leave a confidential message and a trained and caring volunteer will return your call or text.
PSI Programs & Services
PSI offers a wealth of resources for a wide range of needs, including:
Support Groups
PSI has over 50 specialized support groups to meet your needs.
Peer Mentor Program
This program thoughtfully matches individuals recovering from Perinatal Mental Health Disorders with trained volunteers who have lived through and recovered from similar experiences, fostering a safe, supportive, and trusting peer-to-peer environment.
Specialized Support Coordinators
PSI has local volunteers who understand the challenges of perinatal mental health conditions and know local resources that may be helpful. These volunteers can provide you the opportunity to connect with someone who understands, can answer basic questions about Perinatal Mental Health, as well as information about what treatment options might be most helpful in getting through this challenging experience.
Find a Provider
Visit the PSI online directory to find qualified perinatal mental health professionals and groups in the United States and Canada. Future plans to include the UK and Australia.
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Other Resources
Connect by PSI
Download our free app “Connect by PSI” in your app store to access PSI support, resources, and information in the palm of your hand.
Join our PPD Forum (Smart Patients)
We’ve partnered with @smartpatientscommunity, an online forum for those affected by #PPD. You can join the community for free to share, interact, and learn from peers in a safe, supportive environment.
Facebook Group
PSI moderates a closed Facebook group, where you can connect with others, share your questions and concerns, get peer support, and offer your support to others. A closed group simply means that our administrator approves your request to join and posts are not visible to the public, only to members of the group.
