AAIMH NSW Event
Understanding Perinatal Mental Health And Wellbeing
AAIMH NSW 2026 In-Person Workshop
Overview
This 5-hour in-person workshop will explore the Integrated Core Needs Approach, a perinatal-focused framework that understands mental
health and wellbeing through the lens of core emotional needs. Informed by Attachment Theory, Circle of Security and Schema Therapy, the
framework provides clinicians with a practical and accessible way to explore emotional wellbeing, attachment experiences, coping patterns,
relationships and parenting experiences during pregnancy and early parenthood. The approach combines a clinical framework with
parent-facing resources that support psychoeducation, reflection, formulation and intervention across both face-to-face and telehealth
settings.
Presenter
Symon Oliveri is an Infant and Perinatal Therapist and an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with almost 20 years of
experience supporting families in Australia and internationally. She is the founder of Contigo Child and Family, a specialist perinatal and
trauma service dedicated to supporting individuals and families through pregnancy, birth and parenthood. Symon holds a master’s degree in
social work. She has completed extensive training in trauma, attachment, infant and perinatal mental health, including advanced training in
Circle of Security and Schema Therapy. Symon is deeply passionate about supporting people through the transformative journey of becoming a
parent and recognises both the beauty and the challenges of this time. She believes the perinatal period offers a powerful opportunity for
healing, growth, and new beginnings.
Suitable for
Perinatal mental health clinicians; Infant and child mental health practitioners; Early parenting services; Family support and intensive family services; Allied health practitioners; Mental health practitioners supporting families during pregnancy and early parenthood; Private practice clinicians working with parents
Event Details
When: Friday 16th October 2026 | 9:00 - 4:00 PM
Where:
Tresillian Wollstonecraft, 25 Shirley Rd, Wollstonecraft NSW 2065 (no online attendance)
Cost:
$75 for AAIMH members | $195 for non-members
Register:
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Note: If cost or distance is a barrier to your attendance, please email us at nswrep@aaimh.org.au
