Perinatal Mental Health Therapy in Wayzata, Minnetonka, Minneapolis & Online Across Minnesota
Supporting Your Mental Health from Preconception to Postpartum and Beyond
What Is Perinatal Mental Health?
Perinatal mental health refers to your emotional and psychological well-being during the perinatal period—which includes preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenting.
At Metro Counseling and Wellness, we provide trauma-informed, compassionate therapy tailored to the unique challenges parents face. Whether you're navigating fertility struggles, birth trauma, or the stress of early motherhood, we’re here to support your healing.
📍 Located in Minnetonka, MN | Online Therapy Available Throughout Minnesota
Common Symptoms of Perinatal Mental Health Concerns
You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are incredibly common and treatable. Symptoms may include:
Frequent crying, sadness, or hopelessness
Feeling overwhelmed or out of control
Anxiety, panic attacks, or intrusive thoughts
Difficulty bonding with your baby
Feeling disconnected from yourself or others
Trouble sleeping (not related to newborn care)
Loss of appetite or overeating
Thoughts of self-harm or harm to others
These symptoms don’t have to be “severe” to be taken seriously. Therapy can help you feel more grounded, supported, and emotionally well.
When Should I Seek Therapy?
It’s never too early—or too late—to reach out. Consider seeking therapy if:
You’re pregnant and feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected
You’re postpartum and struggling to feel like yourself
You’ve experienced pregnancy loss or infertility
You’re adjusting to a new identity as a parent
You feel triggered by your birth experience
You just need space to talk without judgment
No diagnosis is needed—only a willingness to explore how you’re feeling and what you need.
What Therapy Looks Like at Metro Counseling and Wellness
Our sessions are grounded in trauma-informed care, built on trust, validation, and empowerment. Therapy with us might include:
Exploring your story and values in a supportive space
Gaining tools to manage anxiety, overwhelm, or guilt
Processing birth trauma or parenting challenges
Identifying triggers and nervous system regulation techniques
Reconnecting with your identity outside of motherhood
We tailor therapy to your needs, using approaches such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), CBT, mindfulness, and compassion-based strategies.
Why Choose Metro Counseling and Wellness?
💛 Specialized in Perinatal and Maternal Mental Health
🧠 Trauma-Informed & Client-Centered Approach
👩💻 Online Therapy Across Minnesota
📍 Convenient Minnetonka Office for In-Person Sessions
💬 Free 15-Minute Consultations to See if We’re the Right Fit
Our goal is to help you feel more like you again—with care, compassion, and clinically sound support.
You Deserve to Feel Supported
Motherhood doesn’t need to feel this heavy—and you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, identity shifts, or simply need someone to talk to, therapy is a brave and meaningful step.
✨ We’re here to support you—every step of the way.
Your Pregnancy and Postpartum Therapy Questions, Answered
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Pregnancy and postpartum therapy supports emotional and mental health during pregnancy, after birth, and throughout the postpartum period. At Metro Counseling & Wellness, we provide specialized perinatal mental health therapy for clients in Minnetonka and Minneapolis, MN, focused on evidence-based, individualized care.
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Therapy is helpful for individuals experiencing postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts, birth trauma, pregnancy-related stress, identity changes, or parenting overwhelm. Many private-pay clients seek therapy for high-quality, personalized support—even if they are functioning well but feel emotionally taxed.
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Yes. Metro Counseling & Wellness offers postpartum depression and anxiety therapy for clients in Minnetonka, Minneapolis, and surrounding Twin Cities areas, with a trauma-informed approach designed to support long-term emotional well-being.
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You can start therapy at any point—prior to pregnancy, during pregnancy, immediately after birth, or months (even years) into the postpartum period. Many people seek support when symptoms interfere with daily life, relationships, sleep, or bonding, but early support can also be preventative.
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Absolutely. We work with clients processing traumatic birth experiences, medical trauma, NICU stays, pregnancy loss, and unexpected outcomes. Therapy is paced, compassionate, and focused on restoring a sense of safety and control.
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Common concerns include postpartum depression and anxiety, emotional overwhelm, guilt or shame, intrusive thoughts, relationship strain, sleep deprivation, identity shifts, and difficulty adjusting to parenthood.
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As a private-pay practice, Metro Counseling & Wellness offers longer-term, individualized care without diagnosis-driven or insurance-imposed limits. Sessions are collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to your goals—rather than a one-size-fits-all model.
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Yes. All services are confidential and provided in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Many private-pay clients value the added discretion and autonomy this model provides.
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No. You do not need a diagnosis to benefit from therapy. Many clients seek support for emotional adjustment, stress, or personal growth during the perinatal period.
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To begin, contact Metro Counseling & Wellness to schedule an initial consultation. We’ll discuss your needs, availability, and determine whether pregnancy or postpartum therapy is the right fit for you.