Program Title:

Supporting the Highly Sensitive Parent: 

Understanding the Challenges and Strengths of HSPs in the Perinatal Period 

(Approved for the Psychotherapy/Mental Health Track Advanced Training as well as CE for maintaining PMH-C)

Clock Hours: 3 

Target Audience: Behavioral Health who serve in the role of counseling/therapy.

Content Description 

This course will help one to understand the HSP trait, how it manifests in clients, how to differentiate High Sensitivity from clinical diagnoses, and how to effectively support and treat HSP clients in their practice. 

Learning Objectives 

Participants will be able to: 

1. Describe the 3 elements of the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) trait as it presents in diverse populations.

2. Identify 3 ways this trait impacts perinatal mental health.

3. Develop a comprehensive treatment plan for HSP individuals including at least 3 objectives.

4. Utilize 2 evidence-based interventions to reduce symptomology and distress in perinatal clients. 

Agenda

Time Topic & Description Methodology

00:00–00:30 Introduction & Learning Objectives – Overview of goals, outline of session Lecture

00:30–01:00 Core Content Part 1 – Presentation of foundational concepts Lecture + Case Example

01:00–01:30 Core Content Part 2 – Applied strategies and interventions Lecture + Group Discussion

01:30–02:00 Experiential/Practice – Role-play, mindfulness, skill application Experiential Activity

02:00–02:30 Integration – Clinical implications, case applications Reflection + Discussion

02:30–03:00 Q&A / Closing – Wrap-up, open discussion Group Discussion

03:00–03:05 Evaluations Completed – Non-CE time Non-CE Activity

Presenter Name and Qualifications: 

 Amy Lajiness , LCSW, PMH-C 

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