Maternal Mental Health Program
Hoag Maternal Mental Health Program is a collaboration between the Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute and Women’s Health Institute. We understand the importance of identifying and treating mental health conditions before, during and after pregnancy to ensure healthy outcomes for both mothers and babies. Our Maternal Mental Health Support Line is available Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
949-764-8191
Four Core Principles
At Hoag, our Maternal Mental Health Program focuses on four core principles:
Universal screening for maternal depression
Connection to support services
Early intervention and treatment
Community education
Our program includes an outpatient clinic where expectant and new moms with various mental health conditions can meet with a psychiatrist, licensed marriage and family therapist or a licensed clinical social worker to receive the care they need or be connected to local resources. Additionally, we offer the following services:
Preconception planning (women with existing mental health conditions or who are already taking medications and are planning to conceive)
Mental health assessment during pregnancy and postpartum
Individual and group psychotherapy
Medication safety evaluation during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pharmacogenomics testing
Connection to local support services
We Stand by Our Patients
Everyone needs help at different times in life, so don’t hesitate to reach out to your care team at Hoag. We’ll help find fast answers to your questions before, during, and after your treatment.The Hoag Maternal Mental Health Program understands the importance of promoting mental health and wellness for mothers and babies—pre, during and postpartum—ensuring positive outcomes.
Additional Resources
Hoag has compiled a directory of Women’s Mental Health resources for your reference along with support groups if you or a loved one has difficulty identifying the appropriate resource for mental health needs.
Support Groups
Mindfulness for Pregnant and New Moms – Live Stream (currently unavailable)
Meet Our Maternal Mental Health Team
Hoag for Her Center for Wellness – Newport Beach
Clinic Contact Information
For scheduling and insurance eligibility, please call 949-764-8191.
To learn more about the clinic or be connected to support services, please call our Maternal Mental Health Support Line Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at 949-764-8191.
Other Important Resources
Postpartum Support International: 800-944-4773 or visit postpartum.net.
If you have a life-threatening emergency call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.