The Connors Center is committed to advancing research on women’s health across multiple areas, including maternal mental health. Our work focuses on identifying risk factors implicated in the development of conditions, such as postpartum anxiety and depression, and childbirth-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), delineating the life experiences of those affected by these conditions, and understanding barriers to treatment. To address these questions, our Community-focused Maternal Mental Health team employs a broad range of approaches, including surveys, interviews, and observational studies, while also leveraging population-level data to gain a comprehensive understanding of the factors shaping maternal mental health outcomes. Through our research, we aim to improve early identification and intervention strategies, ultimately supporting the well-being of mothers and their families.
Cindy Liu, PhD
Dr. Liu is the Director of the Stress and Adversity Pillar at the Connors Center. Her research focuses on stress and mental health across the lifespan. Dr. Liu is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School.
Amanda Koire, MD, PhD
Dr. Koire is a Research Scientist at the Connors Center, leading community-oriented research and education projects. Her research focuses on psychiatric clinician education and best practices in maternal mental health screening. Dr. Koire is an associate psychiatrist in the Department of Psychiatry and an instructor at Harvard Medical School.
Natalie Feldman, MD
Dr. Feldman is a Research Scientist at the Connors Center, working on research and education projects focusing on maternal mental health. Her primary research focus is on postpartum anxiety with additional work on birth trauma and mood disorders across the lifespan. Dr. Feldman is an associate psychiatrist in the Department of Psychiatry and an instructor at Harvard Medical School.
