Postpartum Peer Mentor

Are you…

A survivor of postpartum depression, anxiety or other perinatal mood and anxiety disorder and want to provide help and hope to those going through a similar experience?

Personally touched by PMADs through witnessing a love one’s experience?

Have professional experience working with perinatal population?

Interested in broadening your life experiences?

Wanting to give back to your community?

We rely extensively on a state-wide network of dedicated volunteers who are the backbone of the organization. Volunteers provide direct support to new mothers, parents and their families experiencing a difficult time in their lives AND provide behind-the-scenes support to PSVa in a variety of administrative duties. All volunteers have a positive impact on the lives of new and expectant mothers, parents and their families.

PSVa volunteers provide direct peer and informational support to affected individuals and families, or administrative support to PSVa in fundraising, community education, event planning, or another role. There are volunteer opportunities that align with almost any skill set or interest. We are committed to creating volunteer experiences that serve both Virginia families and PSVa volunteers. Through PSVa, you will find a dedicated, caring community of people who are working together to reduce the impact of perinatal mental health issues on families and communities in Virginia.

Establish a connection with the mentee; establish how they are doing right

now; gather information; provide support and encouragement; provide

resources; and follow up. (Provide weekly one-on-one support via phone,

email, text, or in person for a minimum of 60 minutes.) Peer mentors need to have lived experience with a PMAD and you must be at least 12 months through your recovery