In this episode of Scaling Up Your Impact, Robyn Mourning sits down with Sarai Trujillo, licensed professional counselor and perinatal mental health expert, to explore how therapists and birth workers can support families during pregnancy and the postpartum period.Sarai shares her journey from grassroots birth justice work to providing trauma-informed EMDR therapy for birthing people and their families. They discuss sensitive periods of development, the concept of “open windows,” and how the perinatal period offers a unique opportunity for healing, trauma reprocessing, and empowerment.Listeners will learn about postpartum care plans, community-based support, and practical strategies for integrating EMDR and other interventions during this critical transition to parenthood. This episode is a must-listen for therapists, birth workers, and anyone interested in supporting families with mental health, autonomy, and well-being during the perinatal phase.Resources & Links:EMDRIA: Go With It Magazine – Perinatal Mental Health IssueOpen window research shared in the episodeConnect with Sarai Trujillo for consultation or support: https://coalescencehealth.com/

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