About the course
The Community-Based Maternal Peer Counseling Certification is a 6-week certification + practicum program designed to equip women with trauma-informed, non-clinical peer support skills to help mothers navigating postpartum challenges, emotional overwhelm, recovery, isolation, and life transitions. Participants will gain practical training in: • Peer counseling foundations • Maternal mental health awareness • Trauma-informed communication • Ethical boundaries and confidentiality • Crisis recognition and support navigation • Real-world peer support application through scenarios and practicum experience No clinical background is required. This program was developed from real-world maternal support programming and community advocacy work focused on helping mothers feel seen, supported, and connected to care. Whether you are a mother, advocate, mentor, doula, or someone passionate about supporting women and families, this certification provides a meaningful pathway into compassionate community-based support work.
The syllabus
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WEEK 1: Foundations of Peer Counseling
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Lesson 1: Welcome to the Program!
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Lesson 2: Program Expectations
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Lesson 3: Non-Clinical Disclaimer
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Lesson 4: What is Peer Counseling?
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Lesson 5: Scope of Practice
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Lesson 6: Ethics + Confidentiality
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Lesson 7: Week One Reflection Assignment
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Lesson 8: Week One Quiz
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WEEK 2: Communication + Trauma-Informed Care
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Lesson 1: Active Listening
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Lesson 2: Reflective Communication
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Lesson 3: Trauma-Informed Care
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Lesson 4: What NOT to Do
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Lesson 5: Week Two Practice Assignment
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Lesson 6: Week Two Quiz
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WEEK 3: Maternal Mental Health
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Lesson 1: Maternal Mental Health Overview
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Lesson 2: PMADs
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Lesson 3: Signs + Symptoms
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Lesson 4: Supporting WITHOUT Diagnosing
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Lesson 5: Week Three Reflection Assignment
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Lesson 6: Module Three Quiz
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WEEK 4: Boundaries + Crisis Recognition
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Lesson 1: Boundaries in Practice
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Lesson 2: Crisis Recognition
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Lesson 3: Escalation Protocol
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Lesson 4: Resource Navigation
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Lesson 5: Week Four Reflection Assignment
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Lesson 6: Week Four Quiz
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WEEK 5: Applied Practice + Scenarios
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Lesson 1: Real-World Peer Support
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Lesson 2: Difficult Conversations
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Lesson 3: Self-Care for Peer Counselors
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Lesson 4: Documentation Basics 101
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Lesson 5: Week Five Reflection Assignment
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Lesson 6: Week Five Quiz
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WEEK 6: Practicum + FINAL EVALUATION
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Lesson 1: Practicum Overview
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Lesson 2: Practicum Submission
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Lesson 3: FINAL REFLECTION
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Lesson 4: Final Competency Scenario
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Lesson 5: FINAL Assessment
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Lesson 6: Certification + Next Steps
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About Your Instructor
Hi, I’m Dr. Tamara Mackroy, founder of Maternal Matters Favored and creator of the THRIVE and F.A.I.T.H. maternal support initiatives focused on maternal mental health, recovery support, advocacy, and community-based care. Through peer counseling, maternal mental health education, support group facilitation, advocacy, and program development, I have dedicated my work to helping mothers feel seen, supported, empowered, and connected to care. Over the years, I recognized how many mothers lacked accessible, community-centered support systems—and how many women wanted to help others but did not feel equipped or confident enough to do so. I created this certification program to help build a stronger network of ethical, trauma-informed maternal peer counselors who can support mothers with compassion, confidence, and practical community-based skills. My goal is to equip participants with the knowledge and structure needed to safely and effectively support mothers while strengthening families and communities through peer support.
Ready to Become the Support Mothers Need?
Join the Founding Cohort of the Community-Based Maternal Peer Counseling Certification and take the next step toward making a meaningful impact in the lives of mothers and families. Whether you are called to support women through postpartum challenges, recovery, emotional wellness, advocacy, or community connection, this program was designed to equip you with the structure, skills, and confidence to serve ethically and compassionately. ✔ No clinical background required ✔ 6-Week Certification + Practicum Program ✔ Trauma-Informed Community-Based Training ✔ Real-World Peer Support Application ✔ Certification Upon Successful Completion ✔ Limited Seats Available for the June 1 Founding Cohort Reserve your seat today and begin your journey toward becoming a certified maternal peer counselor. 👉 Enroll now and join the June 1 Founding Cohort. Special Founding Cohort Pricing **Enroll now at $197 before regular tuition increases to $297.
$197.00