Oregon Infant Mental Health Association

Our purpose:

Welcome to the Oregon Infant Mental Health Association (ORIMHA). We are a network of parents and professionals dedicated to promoting the emotional health and well-being of all of Oregon's infants, toddlers, their families in safe and thriving communities statewide.

What we do: Endorsement, Training, and Reflective Supervision/Consultation.

Infant mental health is a young child's capacity to experience regulate, and express emotions, form close and secure relationships, and explore the environment and learn.

Our Services.

  • Reflective Supervision is a core Infant Mental Health Principle.

    "It’s a collaborative relationship for professional growth that improves practice by cherishing strengths and partnering around vulnerabilities to generate growth.”

    – Shahmoon-Shanok

    Learn more.

  • Endorsement® is an internationally recognized credential that supports and recognizes the development and proficiency of professionals who work with or on behalf of pregnant women, young children, birth up to 6-years old, and their families.

    Learn how you can become endorsed.

  • ORIMHA is dedicated to continuing education and development. Visit our training and event page to learn more about how to get involved.

  • Along with a host of benefits, your membership supports ORIMHA in its mission to serve the families of Oregon and shows your commitment to being a champion of infant mental health in our state. There are three tiers to member, join the one for you.

  • Be a voice for babies, families, and the community. Learn more or make a donation today.

Learn more about ORIMHA, meet the ORIMHA team, and discover how you can become a member.