Nobody Understands: A Catholic Approach to Healing the Hidden Pain of Infertility and Miscarriage

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Description: 
This webinar will define the terms and prevalence of different types of infertility and miscarriage. Research exploring common psychological problems observed in women and men in this population, especially those contributing to isolation, will be presented. Evidenced based psychotherapeutic interventions and considerations for mental health providers will be addressed. Finally, some of the pertinent teachings of the Catholic Church regarding infertility, miscarriage, and licit medical treatments will be discussed.  

Category of Education: D1.3 Practice/Education/Research

Intended Audience: 

• Students
• Psychologists
• Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, Addiction Counselors
• Clergy/Religious
• Medical professionals, M.D., P.A., Nurses

Content Learning Level: Beginner

Learning Objectives:

1. Discuss common psychological problems experienced by people suffering infertility and miscarriage.
2. Identify psychotherapeutic interventions that have shown effectiveness for individuals experiencing infertility and miscarriage.

Schedule: 

• 60 minutes: Lecture on Concept
• 15 minutes: Q & A

Cancelation Policy: 
Refunds will not be offered for this event. However, registrants who cannot attend live are able to select the option to watch on demand and complete the home study to receive CE credits (if offered) at a later date. Any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Mary Hanys at mhanys@catholicpsychotherapy.org for more details

The Catholic Psychotherapy Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Catholic Psychotherapy Association maintains responsibility for this program and its content.