PREGNANCY AND POSTPARTUM HEALTH ALLIANCE OF TEXAS
Here at PPHA, our mission is to promote awareness, provide education, and increase the resources necessary for the prevention and treatment of perinatal mental health disorders to the professional and public community.
ASK FOR HELP. ACCEPT HELP.
We are so glad you are reaching out! There are many treatment options for parents who are experiencing mental health difficulties during pregnancy and the first year after childbirth. If you have tried to address your challenges but are not finding improvement, please click below for resources.
OUR SERVICES
Therapy and Psychiatric
Voucher Programs
When a person is experiencing a Perinatal Mental Health Disorder, it can be overwhelming to find mental health providers. For those in Williamson, Travis, or Hays counties who are unable to afford the help that is available, we offer two unique programs to bring this help within reach: the Therapy Voucher Program and the Psychiatric Voucher Program.
Kristi’s List
Kristi’s List is a directory of mental health care professionals that specialize in treating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders in the Williamson, Travis, or Hays counties.
Provider Education
PPHA has hosted several conferences and courses about issues pertaining to Perinatal Mental Health Disorders (PMHDs). We now offer these courses online for providers who are looking for continuing education credits.
PERINATAL MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS.
Perinatal Mental Health Disorders (PMHDs) can begin during pregnancy and the first year postpartum. The most common complication of childbirth is Postpartum Depression. 1 in 7 women experience Postpartum Depression; however, PMHDs are not just depression. They can include: Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis. PMHDs are HIGHLY treatable and there are many excellent resources available!
IF YOU FEEL YOU’RE IN DANGER OF HARMING YOURSELF OR YOUR CHILD, SEEK HELP IMMEDIATELY BY DIALING 9-1-1, OR USING ONE OF THE OPTIONS BELOW:
Call the National Suicide Hotline at 988
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (not for crises) | Call or text 1-833-852-6262 (1-833-TLC-MAMA)
PSI Warmline (English and Spanish) | 800-994-4PPD (4773)