Postpartum Support International

Kentucky
PSI-KY

Postpartum Support International (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to helping those suffering from perinatal mood disorders, the most common complication of childbirth.

Our Mission is to increase awareness, education, prevention, and treatment of perinatal mental health issues affecting individuals, their families, and support systems in all areas of Kentucky.

Our Vision is that all pregnant and postpartum individuals and their families, including those from underserved communities, will have access to perinatal support, mental health/healthcare providers, education, and resources to improve overall well-being through advocacy, training, and increased awareness of perinatal mental health.

Norah Chapman, Ph.D, HSP

Co-Chair

Dr. Chapman is a licensed Counseling Psychologist in the states of Kentucky and Indiana and is the Associate Chair of the School of Professional Psychology at Spalding University in Louisville, KY. She is passionate about working with women across the perinatal to postpartum journey, from pregnancy loss to peri and postnatal mood disorders. She is a co-founder of the Rowen: Specialty Clinic for Women in the Center for Behavioral Health at Spalding University. There, doctoral students in clinical psychology are trained to work with women all along the journey to and through motherhood. Dr. Chapman is also interested in advocacy for improvements to maternal mental health care at the policy and community levels.

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Amy Lynn Young, PsyD, MSEd, HSP

Co-Chair

  • Psychologist, Survivor, and Mama to twin boys.
  • Director of Clinical Training for Spalding University.
  • Associate Professor in the School of Professional Psychology-Spalding University.
  • Co-founder of the ROWEN: Specialty Clinic for Women
  • Co-Chair of the Institute for Women’s and Gender Studies-Spalding University

“I am honored to serve the women and families of Kentucky.  We are gathering a network of providers and advocates who are creating changes across our community. You are not alone in this journey. ”

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Jennifer Sanders, MA, LPP

Interim Liaison

After becoming a mama in 2012, I fell in love with the “hood” of motherhood.  After more than a decade of working with children and families, I quickly realized that I could pair my love for psychology and motherhood and use it to help others.   In April of 2017, I began a private practice in Louisville specializing in perinatal mental health, including PMADs as well as pregnancy and infant loss.   I have a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and have been trained in the treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) by Postpartum Support International, as a postpartum doula by DONA International, and in lactation counseling. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to serve on PSI-KY’s Board to increase awareness, advocacy, resources, and services in our community.

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Kim Vilt, APRN, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C

Treasurer

  • Mom, Maker, Nurse Practitioner, Former baby spinner
  • Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders at Louisville Behavioral Health Systems, PLLC

“Pregnancy, childbirth and caring for a newborn is hard. I want all moms, birthing persons and their families to know they are not alone; that their struggles matter and that we are here to help. I’m honored to be part of the PSI family and serve our Kentucky community.”

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Stephanie Adamkin Delambre, MS, LPP

Interim Secretary; Member at Large

  • Mom, Wife, Survivor
  • Licensed Psychological Practitioner in Private Practice

“I fully believe that parenting is the hardest job anyone can take on, even under the most ideal of circumstances.  When those circumstance are less than ideal, when there are complications, mental health struggles, isolation, etc. it can feel exponentially more overwhelming.  We were never meant to parent alone; it takes a village to raise a child and to raise a mama!  Sometimes it can be hard to ask for help, I have found it to be one of the bravest things that we can do for both ourselves and our kiddos.”

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Cassandra Lorraine Hanna, LCSW, PMH-C

Advocacy Liaison

  • Mother, Wife, Survivor
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Advocate, Leader

“After I struggled in my postpartum journey, I knew I wanted to be able to help others during this chapter of their lives. How I would have wanted the maternal mental health support that PSI offers! But, I now know where to turn to in the future. I sought out the PMH-C training to be able to serve families in the Southcentral Kentucky area. Fueled with maternal mental health knowledge, I joined PSI KY to be an advocate of statewide change.”

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Clare Kerrick

Member At-Large

  • Survivor and Advocate

“After my own experience with postpartum depression and anxiety, I knew that I wanted to help others who are struggling. In my volunteer position as a coordinator, I’ve encountered many people who felt the same way I did- afraid, alone, and ashamed. I feel so grateful to be able to collaborate with a wonderful group of people to spread awareness about postpartum mental health and increase resources across the commonwealth. I believe that together we can create a community that allows for future generations to come forward and receive the care they deserve.”

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Nicole Thomas

At-Large Board Member

  • *Survivor of PPD
  • -Mother of two beautiful daughters
  • -Working with “Today’s Women” magazine local to Louisville

My name is Nicole, and I am a proud mother of two daughters! A fashion major, and Chicago Native. I have lived in Louisville for almost four years now and so excited to have joined a team of women to start the first Chapter here in Kentucky with PSI! I love connecting people to resources that are available to help make life just a little easier! I enjoy anything mother nature related, yoga, or simply being mindful and aware of the World around me. People coming together to help each other is the most wonderful thing I have experienced , besides having my two children. I strive to be a part of that as best I can and so happy to be introducing myself as part of PSI and all the great it has to offer!

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Ana’Neicia Williams, LCSW, PMH-C

At-Large Board Member

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • Mommy, Entrepreneur and Birth Justice Advocate
  • Clinical Director and Founder of Momology Maternal Wellness Club
  • Adjunct Professor in the School of Social Work-Spalding University and University of Louisville Raymond A. Kent School of Social Work and Family Sciences
  • Kentucky Birth Justice Consultant for SisterSong Women of Color for Reproductive Justice Collective
  • Doctoral Student within School of Social Work-Spalding University

“I am passionate about amplifying the voices of birthing people through advocacy and research. I believe birthing persons and their families deserve access to equitable care and an opportunity to secure a deeper connection to self, children, family and community within the PSI- Kentucky network.

Want to make a difference in Kentucky?

Become a member or donate today!

PSI relies on members and contributions from the community to promote awareness, prevention, and treatment of maternal mental health issues related to childbearing.

All memberships are tax-deductible.

Become a PSI-KY Volunteer

There are many ways to help and volunteer with PSI, and we would love to have you join us. All are welcome at PSI! Survivors, mental health professionals, doulas, clinicians, and anyone else interested and passionate about raising awareness about perinatal mental health can volunteer through the chapter in order to give back to their local communities.

PSI Chapters are made up of a variety of local advocates and stakeholders who further the mission of PSI on a grassroots level. Chapters work on a wide range of initiatives that they develop based on their communities needs. While some chapters may focus on passing legislation, others may create a robust network of peer support groups, and all chapters provide scholarships for PSI trainings and events.

Contact the Chapter to find out about volunteer opportunities near you. Explore other volunteer opportunities on the PSI website.

Scholarships

PSI-KY offers scholarships for PSI perinatal mental health trainings and conferences.

Please contact the Chapter for more information.

PSI-KY News & Events

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