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Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Group

Our virtual Pregnancy and Postpartum support group will provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for women in the postpartum period who are suffering from mood disorders. The content discussed will be confidential. Each group will vary in content based on needs of the group.

Anticipated topics include attachment, bonding, lactation, support in the postpartum period, recovery after birth, parenting, etc. Medication recommendations will not be addressed in group therapy, deferred to individual provider.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patients who are pregnancy and up to 6 months postpartum (depending on interest may extend to 9-12 months postpartum)
  • Currently in treatment (therapy and/or medication management) with providers at Rivia Mind or elsewhere

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Acute symptoms that impair ability to engage in group therapy (ie mania/psychosis)
  • Acute symptoms presenting a risk to safety including active suicidal/homicidal ideation/active substance abuse

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group Details:

Our Pregnancy & Postpartum support group sessions will be 60 minutes. We will meet on Thursdays
at 1:00pm - 2:00pm - On going

  • On going sessions via google meet
  • 60 minutes duration per session
  • Cameras on during sessions to promote active engagement/patient comfort
  • 6-8 participants
  • Regular attendance strongly encouraged

To get started, please book a free screening consult directly here.

Group Facilitators:

Kimberly Mangla, Director of Reproductive Health, MD

Dr. Kimberly Mangla is a psychiatrist specializing in Women’s Mental Health and reproductive psychiatry.

Kelly Lidz, Nurse Practitioner Student Supervisor, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Kelly is a ANCC board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 10 years of practice as an RN and NP.

If you are interested, please book directly here for a free screening consultation to be admitted to the group or contact us at  info@riviamind.com or tel: (212) 203-1773

 

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*During Covid, we offer full services with telehealth appointments at your convenience. All of our staff are working remotely and our in-person services are temporarily suspended. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. For all your psychiatry and psychology needs, contact RIVIA Medical by email to info@riviamind.com or by calling (212) 203-1773.

 

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2125 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33137
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At RIVIA Mind, our psychiatry and psychology providers offer a holistic approach to mental health providing services including Evaluation & Diagnosis, Medication Management, Psychotherapy, Telehealth, Child & Adolescent Treatment, Neuropsychological Screening, Meditation & Mindfulness, and Life Coaching.