An outpatient program that provides psychiatric consultation, assessment, and referral to individuals with mental health linked to reproductive health.
- 10-12 group sessions, 2 times a year
- Psychiatric consultation as needed
Please note: services are for expected individuals or mothers of young children who could be at the risk of developing postpartum depression or already experiencing symptoms and behaviours. Some joint group sessions are held with partners/spouses.
Address Notes
Services are provided on the third floor.
Collaborative partnership group service held at Mission Community Services. Mission Community Services provide the venue for the group, subsidized childcare and snacks.
Hours of operation
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Please note: Hours of service could vary based on availability of staff and rooms.
Eligibility
This program is suitable for:
- Ages 19 and over
- Mental health needs related to having a baby
- Post-partum individuals who are experiencing mental health concerns
- Perinatal Individuals who are dealing with pregnancy loss or infertility
- Resident of the Fraser Health region
For ages 16-19, service is in partnership with Child and Youth Mental Health (Fraser North location only)
This program may not be suitable for:
- Individuals on extended leave certified under the mental health act
- Individuals on injection medications
- A history of severe mental illness such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder
Referral
- Clients can self-refer by walking into one of the site locations.
- Referrals can be received from a health care provider such as general practitioners, Obstetrics and Gynecology, psychiatrists, midwives, nurse practitioners or at hospitals through the standard mental health referral form.
Language (s) Offered
English and interpreter services also available.