Perinatal Mental Health Care

Perinatal Mental Health Care A private psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA serving women of all ages and offering unique servi

I’ll be presenting with Dr. Sinmi Bamgbose about our NIH funded R.I.S.E. Study for Black Maternal Mental Health! It’s go...
04/24/2026

I’ll be presenting with Dr. Sinmi Bamgbose about our NIH funded R.I.S.E. Study for Black Maternal Mental Health! It’s going to be an incredible conference, join us!

Black Maternal Health Week amplifies Black voices and highlights that Black maternal mortality rates are 3-4 times highe...
04/14/2026

Black Maternal Health Week amplifies Black voices and highlights that Black maternal mortality rates are 3-4 times higher than for other racial and ethnic groups in the US.⁠ The problems are systemic (medical and , low access to high quality care and unconcious bias), are not new, and cause unnecessary stress to Black people. It will take efforts from all of us to make the needed changes!

Founded and led by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA). This year’s theme, “Rooted in Justice & Joy,” focuses on advancing policy, dismantling systemic racism, and uplifting community-led solutions for maternal health, equity, and liberation.

Swipe 👈🏿👈🏽👈🏻 for more about and some of the events happening this week!

Are you interested in research? Are you pregnant via Assisted Reproductive Technologies (like or IUI)? Do you want to ...
04/08/2026

Are you interested in research? Are you pregnant via Assisted Reproductive Technologies (like or IUI)? Do you want to be the you can be?

If so, please reach out!

The purpose of this study is to help mothers build a strong coparenting bond and improve communication with a support person (husband or co-caregiver, like a Nanny, friend, parent).

For more information, scan the QR code on flyer or contact the study staff at: Phone: 323-866-8107 or Email: FamilyFoundations@cshs.org

Happy !This quote made me think of all of my social work colleagues! Thanks for everything you do! You are valuable and...
03/27/2026

Happy !

This quote made me think of all of my social work colleagues! Thanks for everything you do! You are valuable and so appreciated!

Special shout out (swipe right) to the social workers I spend my time with in the program, including our wonderful social work interns.

Happy !This quote made me think of all of my social work colleagues - Thanks for everything you do! You are valuable an...
03/27/2026

Happy !

This quote made me think of all of my social work colleagues - Thanks for everything you do! You are valuable and so appreciated!

Special shout out (swipe right) to the social workers I spend my time with in the program, including our wonderful social work interns.

Deeply appreciate being included along with Carrie Kohler, one of our amazing chaplains, in this new blog post about pe...
03/19/2026

Deeply appreciate being included along with Carrie Kohler, one of our amazing chaplains, in this new blog post about perinatal grief and loss.

Many women who experience perinatal loss suffer emotionally. With a strong stigma around sharing miscarriage and stillbirth experiences, it is difficult for a woman to seek support without feeling shame and guilt - even though it is not her fault. Perinatal loss can have long-lasting impacts on a woman’s mental health, such as increased isolation, disrupted sleep, and appetite changes.

Wondering what to say to a loved one whose baby has died? Ask them how they are doing. Tell them you love them and you are there for them whenever they want to talk. Then check in, often.

Wondering what not to say or do? Don’t make assumptions. They may have named their baby, they may not have. Ask. Don’t start any sentence with, “At least...” There is no right way to end that sentence. It doesnt matter if they can try again, or if they have an older/healthy child. Please don’t let your fear or discomfort get in the way of supporting your loved ones.

Please consider reaching out to the Reproductive Psychology Clinic if you are suffering after a , termination, or . We have a Ending a Wanted Pregnancy group - the next series starts soon! For more information please click link in Bio and select “Cedars Sinai Groups.” Please also check out for many more support group options!

March is Endometriosis Awareness month!Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus gr...
03/09/2026

March is Endometriosis Awareness month!

Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. It can cause severe pain in the pelvis and make it harder to get pregnant. can start at a person’s first menstrual period and last until menopause. It can be very emotionally distressing and therapy can help.

The Reproductive Psychology Program offers one of the few groups in the US! It is held monthly via Zoom by Nicole Kagy, LCSW, PMH-C. For information and to register, please click my biolink and select “Cedars-Sinai Groups.”

Please swipe 👈🏻👈🏽👈🏿 for an upcoming webinar on March 17th (9:30AM PST) to hear Nicole and others share their clinical insight, holistic care strategies, and lived experience in one powerful conversation. Registration info can be found at .health. You will also see a research flyer for an endometriosis study that is still recruiting new participants!

March is Endometriosis Awareness month!Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus gr...
03/09/2026

March is Endometriosis Awareness month!

Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. It can cause severe pain in the pelvis and make it harder to get pregnant. can start at a person’s first menstrual period and last until menopause. It can be very emotionally distressing and therapy can help.

The Reproductive Psychology Program offers one of the few groups in the US! It is held monthly via Zoom by Nicole Kagy, LCSW, PMH-C. For information and to register, please click my biolink and select “Cedars-Sinai Groups.”

Please swipe 👈🏻👈🏽👈🏿 for an upcoming webinar on March 17th (9:30AM PST) to hear Nicole and others share their clinical insight, holistic care strategies, and lived experience in one powerful conversation. You will also see a research flyer for an endometriosis study that is still recruiting new participants!

I am honored to be included in the LA Business Journals 2026 list of LA’s Top Doctors!It’s a great feeling to be acknowl...
03/02/2026

I am honored to be included in the LA Business Journals 2026 list of LA’s Top Doctors!

It’s a great feeling to be acknowledged for my passion of helping those struggling in their reproductive journeys – whether preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, or loss – with finding their paths towards growth, resilience, and healing!

I miss my kids and am so grateful for them (one at college and one stuck in NYC).According to the science of , is one...
02/24/2026

I miss my kids and am so grateful for them (one at college and one stuck in NYC).

According to the science of , is one important way to achieve happiness.

What are you grateful for this week?

My favorite part of the job - training new and Here is the Reproductive Psychology Program team out celebrating aft...
02/18/2026

My favorite part of the job - training new and

Here is the Reproductive Psychology Program team out celebrating after our Winter Training Day! Each quarter we meet in person for a full day of learning together. This time we had great presentations and discussion by Rabbi Weiner and Dr. Cara Santa Maria on the theme of helping our patients navigate and loss.

One of our predoctoral trainees also shared a case presentation that ended in an interesting discussion of GLP-1 meds in our population (2nd photo).

I am so honored for my work to be briefly mentioned in this Knowable article (Click my Biolink and select “Featured News...
10/21/2025

I am so honored for my work to be briefly mentioned in this Knowable article (Click my Biolink and select “Featured News Article,” for full article) alongside some of the most iconic researchers in my field. I have been following Dr. Jennifer Payne’s work since her seminal review paper on a “Reproductive Subtype of Depression” in 2009 - for the full length article click my Biolink and select “Featured Research Article.” I had just completed my internship, was graduating with my PhD and her work confirmed that my chosen research in women’s mental health had a bright future!

Dr. Payne, a reproductive psychiatrist at the University of Virginia is a lead investigator on the studies that led to a blood test that predicts a pregnant woman’s risk of with more than 80 percent accuracy. This is very exciting work and my biomarker research is about 10-15 years behind hers - but going strong. To read more about my research click my biolink and select “Featured Blog Post.”

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