Jane lectures and trains internationally on the role of social support and the emotional health of families, and is available to speak at parenting and professional conferences and meetings. In addition to lectures, she facilitates action workshops. Please contact Jane to book a speaking engagement.
Upcoming Events:
Postpartum Action Institute Workshop
Ongoing Dates – Santa Barbara, California – 2 day training
Learn how to support the pregnant and postpartum parents with whom you work in an intimate and comfortable home environment.
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Past Events:
32nd Annual PSI Conference
June 26 – 30, 2019 – Portland, Oregon – Breakout Session – Conversations that Count: Factoring in the Fathers
Dr. Daniel Singley and I will conduct an interactive presentation to increase awareness about best practices in the care of expectant and new fathers. We believe that fathers are often overlooked in perinatal mental health and this presentation describes the common barriers that fathers and health care providers alike experience in factoring in fathers.
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World Maternal Mental Health Day – From Knowledge to Action Conference
May 2, 2019 – Oslo, Norway – Keynote
To mark World Maternal Mental Health Day, the conference will focus on initiated local measures for those who are aware of psychological challenges during the perinatal period.
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2018 PSI Annual Conference
July 11-15, 2018 – Houston, Texas – Presentation of Susan A. Hickman Award
The Susan A. Hickman Memorial Research Award is given each year to an individual involved in a scholarly research project that contributes to the field of perinatal mental health. The recipient is selected by the PSI Research Committee among qualified applicants. The full award is $5000, which includes a stipend for travel to attend the annual PSI Conference. The 2018 award will be presented at the conference on July 13, in Houston Texas.
PSI Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders Certificate Training
May 30, 2018 – San Luis Obispo, California – Facilitator
The 2-day Postpartum Support International Certificate of Completion Course, taught by expert and engaging faculty, is a thorough and evidence-based curriculum designed for psychiatrists, nurses, physicians, social workers, mental health providers, childbirth professionals, social support providers, or anyone interested in learning skills and knowledge for assessment and treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
West Virginia Early Childhood Celebrating Connections Conference, 2018
One Day Institute: “Conversations that Count: Supporting New Families”
April 11, 2018 – Charleston West Virginia Civic Center – 9am – 4pm
This interactive workshop is an innovative and pragmatic approach to discuss parental mental health and the challenge of parenthood. The emphasis is on prevention, early intervention, and building perceptions and understanding of depression. It will focus on current experiences working with new families in a variety of settings. Screening, definitions, signs and symptoms will be covered. This workshop provides an opportunity to imagine a positive future for new families through constructive conversations.
Postpartum Action Institute Workshop
December 2-3, 2017 – Santa Barbara, California – 2 day training
Learn how to support the pregnant and postpartum parents with whom you work in an intimate and comfortable home environment.
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Postpartum Action Institute Workshop
August 19-20, 2017 – Santa Barbara, California – 2 day training
Learn how to support the pregnant and postpartum parents with whom you work in an intimate and comfortable home environment.
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A Mother’s Sanctuary 2017 Gala for Hope
May 6, 2017 – Houston, Texas – Keynote Speaker
A Mother’s Sanctuary inaugural gala will be one of their major fundraising events of the year. The proceeds will be used to fund programs and services supplied by A Mother’s Sanctuary, a 501 (C) 3 organization whose purpose is to support mothers, their families and friends suffering through Maternal Mental Health issues.
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West Virginia Early Childhood Celebrating Connections Conference, 2017
Pre-Conference Seminar “Postpartum Action: Providing Comfort, Encouragement, and Guidance to New Families”
April 4, 2017 – Charleston West Virginia Civic Center – 9am – 4pm
This interactive workshop is an innovative and pragmatic approach to reach and teach peer leaders about how to empower parents, their families, and others to become comfortable about the challenges of parenthood. It is designed for the participants to learn and practice skills through discussion about their own perceptions and understanding of depression. The emphasis is on prevention, early intervention, and building supportive communities. The workshop provides an opportunity to imagine a positive future where new parents and their families receive support. The goal is to replicate this model of learning to promote healthy individuals, families and communities. Cost $100
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Postpartum Action Institute Workshop
March 25-26, 2017 – Santa Barbara, California – 2 day training
Learn how to support the pregnant and postpartum parents with whom you work in an intimate and comfortable home environment.
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Maternal Mental Health Stakeholders Meeting
February 28, 2017 – Santa Maria, California – 8:30 am – 11:00 am
Join us for the fourth gathering of community providers and agency partners.
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Postpartum Action Institute Workshop
January 21-22, 2017 – Santa Barbara, California – 2 day training
Learn how to support the pregnant and postpartum parents with whom you work in an intimate and comfortable home environment.
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3rd Annual Lisa Mary Reilly Visioning Educational Series
November 11, 2016 – New York, New York – 12:00pm – 3:00pm
This year’s event features Special Guest Speaker Jane I. Honikman, MS. She will be speaking about the importance of community support for new families.
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Postpartum Action Institute Workshop
October 29-30, 2016 – Santa Barbara, California – 2 day training
Learn how to support the pregnant and postpartum parents with whom you work in an intimate and comfortable home environment.
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Pump Station Birthday Bash
August 14, 2016 – Santa Monica, California – 11am – 4pm
Jane will be a guest speaker at this event featuring a Nursing Lounge, Pamper Lounge, kids play area, expert panels, maternity/nursing fashion show, giveaways, discounted shopping, swag and more!
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Postpartum Action Institute Workshop
July 9-10, 2016 – Santa Barbara, California – 2 day training
Learn how to support the pregnant and postpartum parents with whom you work in an intimate and comfortable home environment.
Learn more and Register
Postpartum Action Institute Workshop
January 2-3, 2016 – Santa Barbara, California – 2 day training
Learn how to support the pregnant and postpartum parents with whom you work in an intimate and comfortable home environment.
Learn more and Register
A day of dialogue with Jane Honikman
September 1, 2015 – United Way of Santa Fe County – 8 hour workshop
Learn more about a peer-driven, postpartum community support program for families with new babies.Download the flyer
Parent Talk Radio Show
June 6, 2015 – FM 102.9 & AM 1230 Timeless WECK in Buffalo, NY – 8am to 9am EST
Jane will return as a guest on Linda O’Connor’s weekly radio show Parent Talk. Listen in live or at a later time on the Timeless WECK website.
Postpartum Support International Annual Conference 2015
Social Support Networks Workshop
June 24, 2015 – Plymouth, Michigan – 4 hour workshop
This workshop is part of the Postpartum Support International Pre-Conference 2-Day Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Certificate Training. The 2-day PSI Certificate of Completion Course, taught by expert and engaging faculty, is a thorough and evidence-based curriculum designed for nurses, physicians, social workers, mental health providers, childbirth professionals, public health and home visitors, social support providers, or anyone interested in learning skills and knowledge for assessment and treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Register Now!
Antioch University Santa Barbara Presents: Strengthening the Postpartum Bond in Latino Families
Please join us for this dynamic seminar featuring expert speakers on postpartum depression within the Latino community
- Date: March 19, 2015, 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Location: AUSB-Community Hall 602 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101
- RSVP: Alisha Phillips at [email protected]
- General Admission: No Charge (CEU’s available, please contact Alisha for more information)
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Beyond Talk into Action: Meeting the Needs of Perinatal Families
January 28, 2015, 10:00am (PST) – Online Webinar – 2 hour session
This is session one of Postpartum Support International Perinatal Social Support webinar series. This web series is designed for all social support advocates for pregnant and postpartum women and families, including volunteers, group facilitators, community members, and providers involved in developing support groups or networks. Register Now!
Parent Talk Radio Show – Helping New Families With Major Life Changes
January 10, 2015 – FM 102.9 & AM 1230 Timeless WECK in Buffalo, NY – 8am to 9am EST
Jane will be a guest speaker on Linda O’Connor’s weekly radio show Parent Talk where she will share her personal story about giving up her first child for adoption and dealing with postpartum depression. Listen in live or at a later time on the Timeless WECK website.
Beyond Talk Into Action: How to Build Efficient and Sustainable Community Networks for New Families
May 6, 2014 – Sacramento, California – 75 minute workshop
This workshop is part of the Postpartum Depression and Beyond: The California Maternal Wellness Summit. This Summit provides the opportunity to learn the most advanced information about maternal wellness, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and postpartum issues related to parenting, child abuse and neglect prevention, and treatment options across diverse populations. Register Now!
I’m Listening: Responding to the Needs of Perinatal Families
April 17, 2014 – Location TBD – Featured Presenter
This talk is part of the Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders Conference. Many families of all cultures need much support in their transition to parenthood. They are often burdened by trauma, poverty, and multiple stressors that impact their well-being and mental health. There is much we can do as a community to respond compassionately and effectively and design community support for new families to break barriers and build resiliency.
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Athenian Society Academic Event
Tuesday March 25th, 2014 – Whittier College – 50 minute lecture
Family Mental Wellness 50 minute lecture with Q and A.
Social Change and Political Sociology
November 21, 2013 – Whittier, California – One hour lectures
Invited by Whittier College, Sociology Department
Beyond Talk Into Action: Working with Users’ Associations in Perinatal Psychiatry
October 30, 2013 – Antalya, Turkey – Two Hour Course
Invited by Turkish Association for Psychopharmacology
Beyond Talk Into Action: How to Build Efficient and Sustainable Community Networks for New Families
September 12, 2013 – Missoula, Montana – One day workshop
Invited by Missoula City-County Health Department
My Chance to Make Social Change: From Whittier to Washington
April 11, 2013 – Whittier, California – Lecture
Invited by Whittier College, Sociology Department
