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From Partners to Parents: Supporting Couples Through the Transition to Parenthood
The transition to parenthood can be one of the most significant—and stressful—developmental shifts a couple will experience. Even well-resourced couples with strong relational skills often find themselves overwhelmed by changes in identity, intimacy, communication, and caregiving roles. As therapists, we are uniquely positioned to support couples in navigating this complex period, fostering stronger relational bonds that promote resilience for the entire family system.
This 3-hour professional development training provides an integrative, evidence-informed approach for therapists working with couples in the perinatal period. Drawing from attachment theory, developmental psychology, trauma-informed care, and couple therapy models (e.g., Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method), the training will offer conceptual frameworks, clinical tools, and reflective strategies for supporting couples through the emotional, physical, and relational upheavals of early parenthood.
Participants will learn how to assess perinatal relational challenges, support emotional connection, navigate the intersection of individual and couple-level mental health concerns (including Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders – PMADs), and help clients maintain intimacy and teamwork during this major life transition.
Learning Objectives
- Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify and describe common relational stressors experienced by couples during the transition to parenthood.
- Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify and assess the presence of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) within the context of relational dynamics.
- Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to apply at least three evidence-informed interventions or strategies to help couples maintain connection and navigate relational shifts in the perinatal period.
Additional Details
- Instructors: Amy Jones, MSW, MFT, LCSW
- Date: Friday, October 24, 2025
- Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST
- Location: Online
- Continuing Education Credits: 3
- Target Audience: This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT’s.
- Learning Levels: Beginner
- Registration Link: https://council-for-relationships.ce-go.com/from-partners-to-parents
CFR is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CFR maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
