Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we are excited to share a roundup of resources available to you as an ASRM member.

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ASRM Today: Mental Health with Dr. Kim Bergman

Today on the show my guest is Kim Bergman, PhD, a licensed psychologist since 1990, who has specialized in the area of gay and lesbian parenting, parenting by choice and third party assisted reproduction for over two decades. Dr. Bergman has created a comprehensive psychological screening, support and monitoring process for intended parents, surrogates and donors.  Listen to the Episode

Psychological Evaluation

In accordance with ASRM practice guidelines, many REs require patients (and their spouses/partners) who are considering using donor gametes to see an infertility counselor first. Assuming the purpose of these consultations is to explore relevant psychosocial issues, rather than to evaluate "suitability" for treatment, how should they be coded by the infertility counselor? View the Answer

ASRM Today: Social Work and Reproductive Medicine with Melanie Mikkelsen

Tune in for an insightful discussion on the crucial role social work plays in reproductive medicine. Melanie Mikkelsen, MSW, LICSW, explores the vital role social workers play in reproductive medicine, offering valuable insights for healthcare providers and patients. Join us for an informative, engaging, and thought-provoking episode of ASRM Today. Tune in now! Listen to the Episode

Guidance on qualifications for fertility counselors: a committee opinion (2021)

This guidance document was developed by the Mental Health Professional Group (MHPG) in partnership with the Practice Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) to help determine the qualifications and training of mental health professionals working in reproductive medicine. View the Committee Opinion