Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Esther Rollhaus discusses the exciting but challenging stage of becoming a mother(matrescence) and the psychiatrist lens on perinatal mental health challenges. Dr. Esther Rollhaus is a medical doctor with specialties in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. In addition to her private practice, she serves as a Consultant on Reproductive Psychiatry at Achieve Behavioral Health, a mental health clinic for the Orthodox Jewish community. A graduate of Stern College for Women with degrees in psychology and English, Dr. Rollhaus was accepted into the prestigious Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, one of only a handful of medical students selected specifically for their liberal arts background. There she received an award for Distinction in Medical Education, the first of many awards throughout her distinguished career. Dr. Rollhaus has held consulting positions at Montefiore Einstein Psychiatry Associates, Under Five Trauma Services, Jack D. Weiler Hospital, Montefiore Medical Center, and has taught in multiple adjunct professorships. Her original research includes investigations into culturally competent care for Orthodox Jewish patients and the benefits of teaching medical students skills for trauma-informed care. Among her many areas of expertise, Dr. Rollhaus particularly enjoys speaking on women’s mental health throughout the lifespan as well as more specific topics related to psychiatric conditions. She has presented on the impact of a mother’s postpartum depression on young children, suicide risk assessment, ADHD, bipolar disorder, infertility, and the impact of medications during pregnancy. With a special gift for making complex topics digestible, Dr. Esther Rollhaus is an enthusiastic addition to professional conferences, community workshops, panel presentations and guest lectures. Whether your group is made up of healthcare providers, community members or students, Dr. Rollhaus uses compassion, humor and relatable examples to teach audiences of all sizes why we need to understand and prioritize women’s mental health. Just as every woman has unique healthcare needs, every event has a different agenda. Dr. Rollhaus customizes all her talks. She welcomes questions and wants to hear your needs to ensure she hits the right note for your group. With Dr. Rollhaus at your next event, you’ll deliver a transformative experience that sparks conversation long after the session ends. For more information, visit ChildandFamilyPsychiatry.com/Speaking. Her continuing education course, "Hormones Are the Headline,"is now available on her website https://www.childandfamilypsychiatry.com/online-courses Cover art by Charlotte Feldman Please note that while I am a pediatrician, I am not your child's pediatrician. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For any medical concerns or decisions, please reach out to your child’s health care professional.
