Perinatal Therapy in Edina & Minneapolis, MN
Support For Pregnancy, Postpartum & Early Parenthood
Becoming a parent can bring joy, stress, and feelings you didn’t expect. If you feel anxious, sad, or overwhelmed during pregnancy or after birth, you’re not alone.
MN Mental Health Consulting offers perinatal therapy in Edina and online throughout Minnesota. We help individuals and families find support during pregnancy, after birth, and in early parenthood.
Compassionate Care for Pregnancy & Postpartum Mental Health
Perinatal therapy offers support during pregnancy and after birth. This stage of life can feel confusing or lonely, even when you have support from others.
Therapy gives you space to talk about your feelings without judgment. We can help you build coping skills and adjust to changes in your daily life.
Our perinatal counselors support individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns, including:
- Depression and anxiety that occur during or after pregnancy
- Mood instability or symptoms related to bipolar disorder or other mood disorders
- Intrusive thoughts, panic, or excessive worry
- Emotional overwhelm, irritability, or persistent sadness
- Difficulty bonding or adjusting after birth
- Stress related to sleep deprivation or identity changes
- Pregnancy loss, stillbirth, infertility, birth trauma, or other complex reproductive experiences
- Feeling disconnected, numb, or unlike yourself in the postpartum period
Mental health concerns during pregnancy and after birth can go unnoticed. If these symptoms sound familiar, talk with your healthcare provider. A therapist can also help you understand what you’re feeling and explore support.
How Our Perinatal Counselors Support Parents Like You
Our clinicians have training in mental health during pregnancy and after birth. They continue to build their skills and shape care around your experience.
Evidence-Based Support
Your therapy is tailored to you and may incorporate approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills, and interpersonal therapy (IPT).
These approaches can help with depression, anxiety, strong emotions, and relationship stress. They also offer support as you adjust to becoming a parent.
Compassionate, Individualized Care
Our perinatal counselors work with you to understand how parenthood affects your emotions and relationships. Your experiences and goals guide your care.
Perinatal Therapy In Edina, Minneapolis & Across Minnesota
MN Mental Health Consulting offers perinatal therapy in Edina, MN, serving individuals and families throughout the Twin Cities area. For those outside the metro, we also provide secure telehealth perinatal counseling anywhere in Minnesota, making specialized support accessible regardless of your location.
Whether you prefer in-person sessions in Edina or virtual care from home, our goal is to reduce barriers and ensure you receive consistent, high-quality mental health support during pregnancy and postpartum.
Frequently Asked Questions About Perinatal Counseling
Is perinatal therapy only for first-time parents?
No. Perinatal therapy supports parents at any stage, including those welcoming additional children. Each pregnancy and postpartum experience can be different, and prior births do not protect against perinatal depression, anxiety, or emotional distress.
Can perinatal therapy be used alongside medical care?
Yes. Perinatal counseling often complements medical care provided by OB-GYNs, midwives, primary care providers, or psychiatrists. Therapy focuses on emotional well-being, coping skills, and mental health support, and can work alongside medication or other medical treatments when appropriate.
Can perinatal therapy help if symptoms started months or years after birth?
Yes. While symptoms often begin during pregnancy or shortly after delivery, perinatal mental health concerns can emerge or resurface well into the postpartum period, sometimes months or even years later. Perinatal therapy focuses on your current experience, not on a timeline of when you “should” feel better.
Why is trauma-informed care important in the perinatal period?
The perinatal period can be emotionally vulnerable, even when pregnancy or birth appears “normal” from the outside. Trauma-informed care recognizes that many individuals carry past experiences, like medical trauma, previous pregnancy loss, infertility, childhood trauma, or difficult births, that can resurface during pregnancy or postpartum. In perinatal therapy, trauma-informed care prioritizes safety, choice, trust, and collaboration.
Do you support partners or family members too?
Yes. We help partners and family members who are affected by or supporting someone through perinatal emotional challenges.
Do you accept telehealth clients anywhere in Minnesota?
Yes, we provide secure telehealth sessions throughout Minnesota for clients who prefer virtual care. Learn more about our rates and insurance coverage.
Start Your Path Toward Emotional Wellness
You don’t have to face these changes alone. We offer perinatal therapy in Edina and online throughout Minnesota.
Call or text (612) 203 2961 to schedule your appointment.
