The goal of this pilot study is to evaluate the acceptability, feasibility, mechanisms ofaction, and efficacy of Center M. Center M is a group-based, mindfulness-based CognitiveBehavioral 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.
Behavioral: Center M
Center M consists of weekly, 1-hour, telehealth, mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy (CBT) group sessions for four consecutive weeks. Participants joined group
sessions on their personal computer, tablet, or phone. Each visit involved the
introduction of a core mental well-being theme, learning skills to develop non-judgmental
self-awareness and/or cognitive reappraisal skills, skills practice, and discussion of
home practice materials. Home practice materials included written mindful awareness
instructions, audio-guided meditations, self-compassion exercises, and practices in
recognizing the interrelationships between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
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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Oregon Health & Science University
Portland 5746545, Oregon 5744337, United States
Ellen Tilden, PhD, CNM, FACNM, Principal Investigator
Oregon Health and Science University