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.
Supporting clients through PMADs, birth trauma, and the handoff to clinical care.
The PPD-breastfeeding connection, medication-safe feeding support, and IBCLC collaboration.
Postpartum OCD is underidentified because standard screening tools are not designed to capture it. Recognizing ego-dystonic intrusive thoughts, distinguishing OCD from psychosis, and what treatment looks like for this population.
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Compare EPDS, PHQ-9, and GAD-7 cutoff scores, sensitivity data, and clinical timing to choose the right PMAD screening tool for your OB or midwifery practice.
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Survey data and qualitative research on what new and expecting parents actually need from employer mental health benefits: access speed, specialist knowledge, telehealth flexibility, partner inclusion, and stigma-free communication.
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State and federal telehealth parity laws directly affect whether perinatal mental health benefits work in practice. A current reference for benefit brokers on what parity requires, how it varies by state, and where coverage gaps persist.
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Birth workers are often the first professionals to recognize when a client is struggling. A complete guide to PMAD identification, scope-of-practice referral, client communication, and birth worker self-care for doulas, childbirth educators, and postpartum support providers.
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Doulas who work with high-risk pregnancies and NICU families navigate an elevated PMAD risk landscape. Practical guidance on recognition, scope-appropriate support, and referral for one of birth work's most emotionally complex client populations.
Read article →A practical ROI model for calculating the business return on perinatal mental health benefit investment. Includes cost inputs, calculation methodology, and the variables that most affect the outcome.
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The bidirectional relationship between breastfeeding and maternal mental health creates a clinical presentation that IBCLCs, OBGYNs, and pediatricians encounter regularly. A complete clinical reference covering PPD-breastfeeding connections, medication safety, formula-feeding mental health considerations, and referral thresholds.
Read article →Most EAPs lack the clinical depth to serve perinatal populations adequately. A framework for EAP organizations looking to add perinatal mental health specialization through specialty vendor partnerships and referral integration.
Read article →Identify clients whose perinatal presentation calls for PMH-C specialized care. Discuss transfer or co-treatment.
Submit our secure provider referral form or share it directly with your patient.
Phoenix Health follows up within 48 hours, verifies insurance, matches a PMH-C therapist, and keeps you in the loop.
Phoenix Health supports every type of perinatal provider. We handle insurance verification, follow-up, and coordination so you can stay focused on your patients.