Generalist therapists refer to Phoenix Health when pregnancy, postpartum, loss, or birth trauma takes a case outside their lane.
75%
of parents with PMADs never get specialized care
Postpartum Support International
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Verified reviews from providers and colleagues
Lindsey Lotito
Perinatal Provider
“Dr. Emily Guarnotta is so welcoming, kind, and caring. She shows so much compassion in this field. Her approach is very honest, and with her personal perspective helping give the ultimate care you would need — you are in wonderful hands. I highly recommend Phoenix Health.”
Jennifer Senn
Perinatal Provider
“Dr. Guarnotta and her team are among the most knowledgeable and compassionate providers I've encountered in the field of pregnancy and infant loss. Their expertise and care make them an invaluable resource for any mom struggling during the perinatal period.”
Lauren Richardson
Psychologist
“Dr. Guarnotta is a highly skilled psychologist — compassionate, intentional, and highly skilled. She and her team are at the top of my referral list for perinatal mental health services.”
Kristen Criscitelli
Provider
“Dr. Emily Guarnotta has been so helpful and such a valuable resource to several of my clients. She has taken the time to speak with them and has helped get them the mental health support that they need. I am so grateful to have her as a trusted resource!”
Manny Romero
Colleague
“Emily brings a wealth of knowledge, deep compassion, and genuine care to the individuals and families she supports. Her expertise in guiding new and expectant mothers through the emotional and psychological challenges of parenthood is truly invaluable.”
Paige Figueroa
Maternal Health Advocate
“Phoenix Health provides unmatched support for those struggling with challenges due to infertility and pregnancy all the way through postpartum and early motherhood. They truly provide unmatched care — and as someone who works with moms professionally, I recommend them without hesitation.”
EPDS, PHQ-9, GAD-7, and specialty screening protocols for perinatal mental health across clinical settings.
Referral pathways, warm handoffs, ICD-10 coding, and integration with obstetric and pediatric care teams.
Evidence-based medication safety guidance for use during pregnancy and lactation.
State mandates, ACOG/AAP guidelines, documentation standards, and EHR integration considerations.
Supporting clients through PMADs, birth trauma, and the handoff to clinical care.
Half of perinatal patients who need pharmacological PMAD treatment do not receive it. This guide names the structural causes and what OBs and social workers can do about it.
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Postpartum anxiety and birth-trauma PTSD require different pharmacological approaches than postpartum depression. This guide covers SSRI/SNRI selection, benzodiazepine use, and buspirone for PPA.
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OBs and pediatricians see different parts of the same postpartum patient. Understanding each practice's blind spots helps both providers close the gaps without duplicating effort.
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Most OB PMAD chart entries document the EPDS score and nothing else. This guide covers what a complete PMAD encounter entry requires and why underdocumentation creates liability and continuity risk.
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Midwives in birth center and home birth settings screen in a different clinical context than OBs. This guide covers EPDS, GAD-7, threshold decisions, and referral pathways for out-of-hospital practices.
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Evidence-based language and clinical approaches for disclosing a positive PMAD screen, addressing patient ambivalence, and initiating a referral in a way that maximizes follow-through.
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Community health workers are frontline connectors for high-risk families who may not access clinical care. A practical training guide covering PMAD recognition, scope-appropriate support, referral language, and follow-up for CHWs working in home visiting, WIC, and community health settings.
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PMAD identification and treatment rates are significantly lower in communities of color, immigrant communities, and low-income populations. A guide for community organizations on understanding the barriers, using culturally responsive approaches, and building trust-based pathways to care.
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How collaborative care between OBGYNs, pediatricians, therapists, and prescribers improves PMAD outcomes. Evidence base, implementation frameworks, and practical coordination protocols.
Read article →Identify clients whose perinatal presentation calls for PMH-C specialized care. Discuss transfer or co-treatment.
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Phoenix Health supports every type of perinatal provider. We handle insurance verification, follow-up, and coordination so you can stay focused on your patients.