PROMISE

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Pregnancy and the time after giving birth can bring many changes and challenges—physically, emotionally, and mentally. LA Health Services is here to support you.

If you’re feeling sad, anxious, overwhelmed or struggling with substance use, know that you are not alone, and help is available. Talk to your doctor, nurse, or provider about any concerns. Let your provider know they can connect directly with mental health experts through PROMISE to make sure you are getting the most up to date care and support you need.

PROMISE – short for Perinatal Resource to Optimize Mental Health Interventions and Substance Use Treatment Excellence – offers healthcare providers guidance from specialists in perinatal mental health and substance use disorder so that every patient receives the compassionate, expert care they deserve.

Please note that PROMISE is for providers to call. If you are a patient looking to talk with someone, we recommend the following resources:

Sana Peer Support Program: 1-800-823-SANA (1-800-823-7262) | Website

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) | Website

National Crisis Line: 988 | Website

The information provided herein is for informational or educational purposes only and to offer peer-to-peer consultation on resources, referrals, and general practices. It is not intended and should not be construed as specific medical advice or prescribed course of treatment.

For Providers

Maternal mental health challenges can have lasting impacts on birthing people, their babies, and families. We believe every patient deserves compassionate, evidence-based care and access to appropriate treatment.

Through PROMISE, providers can connect with perinatal mental health experts for guidance on assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients experiencing mental health or substance use concerns during pregnancy and postpartum.

Our consultation line offers:

· Expert advice on psychiatric and behavioral health care, including psychopharmacology.

· Education and training opportunities to strengthen provider capacity.

· Connections to community-based resources for ongoing patient support.

Consultation Line Hours:
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(833) 374-4MMH | promise@dhs.lacounty.gov

Together, we can build resilience, promote well-being, and provide transformative care for all mothers and birthing people.

Training & Education

PROMISE-hosted webinars:

  • Psychiatric Medication in Pregnancy and Postpartum
    This video series presents in-depth, evidence-based explanations of psychiatric diagnoses and their medication treatments for depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and a variety of other conditions.
  • Wellbeing for LA Learning Center
    Hundreds of curated wellbeing trainings and resources at your fingertips.
    o Perinatal Mental Health 101
    o Perinatal Mental Health 201