We provide both one-day workshops to enhance current IPT Practice in Perinatal Depression, Loss and Trauma. Practitioner-level training with supervision is also available.
The practitioner-level training will enable participants to become IPT Practitioners and meet the requirements for practitioner-level accreditation with IPT UK.
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is a widely used evidence-based therapeutic approach that focuses on resolving interpersonal difficulties and improving interpersonal relationships to alleviate emotional distress and psychological symptoms. It was initially developed by Dr. Gerald Klerman and Dr. Myrna Weissman in the 1970s and has since been adapted for various mental health conditions, including perinatal loss and trauma.
Perinatal loss refers to the experience of losing a baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or shortly after birth. This can be an incredibly traumatic and emotionally challenging event for individuals and couples. IPT can be an effective therapeutic approach for individuals who have experienced perinatal loss and trauma.
IPT(P), or Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Pregnancy (especially when complicated), is a specialised form of Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) tailored to address the unique psychological and emotional challenges that arise during complicated pregnancies.
The primary goal of IPT(P) is to help pregnant individuals manage the emotional and relational stressors that accompany a complicated pregnancy. This might include dealing with feelings of anxiety, depression, guilt, or conflict with partners and family members.
IPT(P) is usually structured over a set number of sessions, often around 12-16 weeks, to coincide with the duration of a typical pregnancy period. However, this can be adjusted depending on the needs of the individual and the nature of the complications.
IPT(P) can be beneficial in a variety of situations, such as:
Overall, IPT(P) provides a supportive, structured environment for individuals experiencing complicated pregnancies, helping them navigate the emotional and relational challenges that can arise.
IPT can be applied in this context:
It's important to note that every individual's experience of perinatal loss and trauma is unique, and therapy should be tailored to meet their specific needs and goals.
The course provides an introduction to the IPT model and enables participants to understand the theoretical underpinning of IPT. On completion of the training, you will receive an IPT UK Certificate of Attendance in didactic training Level A NHS Talking Therapies IPT.
There is an opportunity to continue onto the Supervised Practice element of the training (Level B)
To pass Level B involves the successful completion of four IPT cases under the supervision of an IPT UK-approved supervisor. It includes submitting audio recordings for assessment and writing a reflective report for each case. Completing Level B takes approximately 10 months. Supervision times can be negotiated and provided via telephone or Teams.
Applicants must have:
Recognised Core Professions are:
Location: Online (Teams)
Dates: Confirmed on enquiry
Time: 9.15am - 4pm
Fees: Confirmed on enquiry (CPD attendance certificates will be issued)
NB: A minimum of 7 attendees are required for the course to run
Only required for anyone who is proceeding to IPT Practitioner Accreditation
1:1 Screening session MDS and other tools. Introduction to IPT, medication, confirm diagnosis, timeline, introduce one anti-depressant activity, sick role.
1:1 Screening session Inventory, formulation & goals, contracting, hopes & fears.
Connecting with others, sharing goals, exploring changes with the attendee and self care.
Endings, staying well, and review
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