Birthing Forward: A Preparation Therapy Group for Pregnant Survivors of Birth Trauma
Birth Preparation for Pregnant Survivors of Birth Trauma: Virtual 8-Week Therapy Group
A therapy group for pregnant people who have experienced a prior traumatic birth, led by a reproductive psychologist. Designed to help you prepare for an upcoming birth, learn new coping skills, feel less alone, and connect with others who understand what you’re going through.
The Goals: For each participant to finish the group with a clear plan and strategies to approach their upcoming birth with agency, steadiness, and empowerment.
This group is for:
Adults 18 or older who live in 40+ PSYPACT states and California
Who had a prior traumatic birth experience
Who are feeling anxious, stressed, or worried about an upcoming birth and don’t want history to repeat itself
And want to heal in community and connect with others who are working to have an empowering birth
Dates:
Wednesdays for 8 weeks
July 1 - Aug 18
(The last session will be Tuesday, Aug 18 at 6 pm ET instead of Wednesday, August 19)
Times:
6-7 pm Eastern Time | 5-6 PM Central Time
4-5 pm Mountain Time | 3-4 pm Pacific Time
Format:
55-minute sessions on Zoom
5-12 people group participants
Each session include a check in, guided discussion, information and skill-building exercises.
Cost:
On a sliding scale based on your personal financial circumstances
Range is from $237 total ($37/intake plus $25/session) to $950 total ($150/intake plus $100/session)
Please see my sliding scale fee guide below for more information!
Sliding Scale Fee Guide
I use a sliding scale model for my groups in order to make my services more accessible to those who might otherwise be priced out. This aligns with my values and reproductive justice principles. Please see below to see what pricing tier is a fit for you.
I based my sliding scale off Alexis J. Cunningfolk’s model outlined in this blog post.
Tier 1: $25 per group; $37 for intake
For those who struggle to meet basic needs such as healthcare, housing, food, childcare, are living paycheck to paycheck, or are in significant debt.
Tier 2: $50 per group; $75 for intake
For those who are able to meet their basic needs & have little to no expendable income. You may stress about paying for basic needs, but you are able to regularly pay for them.
Paying for this group may qualify as a sacrifice and investment, but it would not create a hardship.
Tier 3: $100 per group; $150 for intake
For those who can pay for “wants” and spend little time worried about securing necessities in your life. This looks like: financial security, owning property, having personal savings, and not traditionally qualifying for sliding scale services. You may have debt, but it does not get in the way of meeting basic needs.
Tier 3 covers the actual cost of the group for my regular fee for service.
How to Sign Up!
Step 1: Complete the screening form for the group, and I will reach out to you to schedule a 15-minute free consultation call.
Step 2: Meet with me on the phone, ask any questions you have, and ensure that the group is a good fit for your needs.
Step 3: Complete your intake forms and meet with me for a 45 minute intake session before the group starts.
