Dawn Montgomery Affiliation : University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) , Couple and Family Therapy  Email: [email protected] Corresponding Author : Dawn Montgomery UNLV Couple & Family TherapyEmail: [email protected]

Objective: Pregnancy loss is an emotionally complex experience that impacts mental health, requiring both medical and psychological support. This study explores the role of Medical Family Therapy (MedFT) in addressing grief, depression, and anxiety through trauma-sensitive care. Design: A qualitative research design was employed, using an extensive literature to analyze therapeutic effects of pregnancy loss. Setting: This study was conducted as part of an academic capstone project under faculty supervision with a focus on clinical applications in gynecological and therapeutic settings. Population/Sample: The research centers on women who have experienced pregnancy loss, emphasizing the potential of Medical Family Therapists. No direct human participants were involved. Methods: A comprehensive ;literature review was conducted examining studies on pregnancy loss and MedFT interventions. Clinical conversation models were developed to illustrate the application of the biopsychosocial model in supporting bereaved women. Main Outcome: The study evaluates the psychological impact of pregnancy loss- including grief, depression and anxiety- and explores how MedFT interventions can help women process their experiences and develop coping strategies. Results: Findings underscore the importance of MedFT in providing emotional support. Narrative Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers effective tools for helping women reframe their experiences, process grief and improve mental health outcomes. Conclusion: Medical Family Therapy plays a vital role in addressing the emotional toll of pregnancy loss. Specialized therapeutic approaches provide much needed support, particularly for marginalized populations feeling additional barriers to care. Funding: No external funding was received. Supplementary Material File (manuscript.docx) - Download - 1.54 MB Information & Authors Information Version history Copyright This work is licensed under a Non Exclusive No Reuse License.

Authors Metrics & Citations Metrics Article Usage 265views 114downloads Citations Download citation Dawn La'Rue Montgomery. Dawn Montgomery Affiliation : University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) , Couple and Family Therapy Email: [email protected] Corresponding Author : Dawn Montgomery UNLV Couple & Family TherapyEmail: [email protected]. Authorea. 22 March 2025. DOI: https://doi.org/10.22541/au.174263411.10806738/v1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.22541/au.174263411.10806738/v1 If you have the appropriate software installed, you can download article citation data to the citation manager of your choice. Simply select your manager software from the list below and click Download. For more information or tips please see 'Downloading to a citation manager' in the Help menu.