Learning Objectives

Birth trauma is a major risk factor for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), with implications for both parent and infant health. This training combines three core areas: an overview of birth trauma and relevant assessments, key techniques for resourcing and stabilization, and the EMDR Recent Birth Trauma Protocol. Participants will learn theoretical frameworks and actionable interventions grounded in EMDR’s Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model and current research. The training integrates case studies, experiential exercises, and evidence-based tools to build clinician skill in this area.

  • Identify experiential themes and risk factors of birth trauma, including implications for historically marginalized groups.

  • Learn history taking and assessment recommendations for birth trauma survivors.

  • Understand the Window of Tolerance, including how to teach this concept to clients.

  • Understand emotional/somatic literacy and its clinical relevance.

  • Identify somatic and relational resourcing techniques to support stabilization.

  • Demonstrate understanding of dual awareness and relevant interventions (e.g., CIPOS, Flashback Halting Protocol).

  • Conceptualize birth trauma using the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model.

  • Understand the efficacy of EMDR within the perinatal population.

  • Learn and apply the EMDR Recent Birth Trauma Protocol.

Course curriculum

    1. Zoom

    1. Recent Birth Trauma Protocol

    2. PPT Presentation

    1. Evaluation Form: Birth Trauma Recovery: Resourcing and Stabilization

About this course

  • $160.00
  • 4 lessons
  • 0 hours of video content

Instructor(s)

Pria Alpern, PhD

Psychologist

Dr. Alpern is a licensed clinical psychologist, an EMDRIA-approved EMDR therapist, and an EMDRIA-approved consultant. She is the founder of the Manhattan Center of Trauma Studies and director of Center Psychology Group in New York City, a psychotherapy practice that specializes in treating trauma within the adult and perinatal populations. Outside of her clinical practice, Dr. Alpern creates mental health content providing psychoeducation and raising awareness about EMDR and trauma-informed psychotherapy on her Instagram and TikTok platforms. She has been quoted in Glamour UK, Rolling Stone, NPR, and The New York Times.

Additional Training Details

*Training content will be available to participants for 90 days after training date*

EMDRIA Credits: This training is approved for 5 EMDRIA Credits. A certificate for ECs is included in the price of the training (Approval # 22025-23).

PSI Credits: This training is approved by Postpartum Support International for 5 CEUS. A certificate for 5 CEUS is included in the price of the training.

ADA Assistance: Workshops provided by the Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies are ADA compliant. If you are in need of assistance please contact us at [email protected].


Audio/video disclosure: This program will be audio and video recorded. 


Grievance Policy: We strive to create a training experience that enhances the clinical skills of participants while maintaining the highest degree of integrity and respecting the diversity of all. If you are dissatisfied with your experience, please contact us in writing at [email protected]. You will receive a reply within 5-10 business days.


The Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies (EC Provider: # 22025) maintains responsibility for this program and its content in accordance with EMDRIA requirements.


Cancellation and Refunds: If cancelling prior to two weeks before the training date, refunds will be provided in full minus a 5% processing fee.