Preventing Perinatal Depression

Center M Feasibility and Efficacy Pilot Study

The goal of this pilot study is to evaluate the acceptability, feasibility, mechanisms of action, and efficacy of Center M. Center M is a group-based, mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) intervention to treat Perinatal Depression (PD).

The goal of this pilot study is to evaluate the acceptability, feasibility, mechanisms of action, and efficacy of Center M. Center M is a group-based, mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) intervention to treat Perinatal Depression (PD). Pregnant participants will be surveyed at three time points: pre-intervention, post-intervention, and 6-weeks postpartum. Surveys will include self-report measures evaluating depressive symptoms, mindfulness skills, emotion regulation, and participant satisfaction.

Inclusion Criteria:

• gestational age at intervention onset between 12 and 30 weeks
• English fluency
• no previous experience in a mindfulness-based intervention group
• ability and willingness to participate in a telehealth intervention

Exclusion Criteria:

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