Course: Addressing Postnatal Depression as a Healthcare Professional

As with all new cases, supervision can be the best source of support when you may have concerns about whether to treat or refer a client onwards. As with many …

Here is a video of a conversation between a therapist and a client named Tamala, who is experiencing PND. This video will give you an insight into what post-natal depression …

Here is a role play of a therapist and her client (Tamala). Tamala is asked to recall a recent example where she didn’t feel that she was a “good enough …

All of us have our own style
 of communication. The most important thing is that you can help your client to build on what works best for her. One good …

Previously we talked about alternative coping strategies. In this video you will see a conversation between the therapist and Tamala, as Tamala discusses how she attempted to change her TRAP …

Occasionally it can be difficult for mothers to become aware of and accept that they demonstrate avoidant behaviour. If this 
is the case, it can help to ask your client …

The TRAP model is one way to draw out links between mood and actions and the impact that these have on us, both short and long-term. TRAP stands for: Triggers …

In the previous step, we discussed the cycle of depression. What does the cycle of depression look like for your client? You should support your client to develop an understanding …

In order to understand the cycle of depression, a good place to start is to find out what your client already knows about low mood and post-natal depression. Sometimes it …

Having asked your client about the impact of their current experience, it is recommended that you weave in the risk assessment at this point. You should remind your client of …