Empower Yourself for Pregnancy and Beyond: A Workshop for Trauma Survivors

25 East Washington Street,Chicago IL 60602

13 October, 2021

Description

Watch Hill Therapy presents a workshop that explores the birth challenges of trauma survivors and the importance of trauma informed care. ***This workshop will be via Zoom not in person*** This workshop is designed for women considering getting pregnant, actively pursuing pregnancy, or currently pregnant who want to learn more about many of the unaddressed emotional and physical aspects of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum related to trauma. Trauma may include, but is not limited to, sexual or physical abuse, emotional or physical neglect, violence, challenging parental relationships, medical issues, previous traumatic pregnancy or birth, miscarriage, losses, and relational difficulties. Our goal is to leave participants with a self-empowerment model of care that addresses the often unseen, unknown, and painful aspects of the prenatal and postpartum period in hopes to create a smoother path and greater peace. During this workshop, the key questions that will be addressed are: What is trauma?How can being a trauma survivor impact me through pregnancy, labor, and beyond? What can I expect as I look ahead towards pregnancy?What does receiving "trauma informed care" mean and how do you know if your doctor is able to support a trauma survivor through pregnancy and birth?How do I manage trauma triggers, procedures, exams, challenging emotional issues such as fear, anxiety, panic, and depression?What barriers might there be to accessing trauma informed resources and what supports are available that are accessible?Come join us for a 90 minute lecture and time after for questions and resources. Hosted by: Jessica Heiman Freilich, Psy.D. & Tovah Means, LMFT Scholarship tickets are available on the ticket page for anyone in need of a reduced fee. Watch Hill is a Chicago-based therapy practice specializing in individual, couples, and trauma therapy, with a unique focus on enhancing relationships, healing from the past, and thriving individually. Therapists at Watch Hill are also available for consultation and training therapists and organizations that work with trauma survivors.