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Therapy for the Path to (and through) Parenthood.
Supporting you through fertility, pregnancy, loss, birth trauma, and the transition to parenthood.
Virtual psychotherapy in MN and WI
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You’re here because this season of life deserves more than "just getting by."
The path to starting or grow a family can be deeply personal, often bringing up questions and emotions that deserve a dedicated space to explore. Whether you are navigating the intensity of fertility treatments, the quiet of pregnancy loss, or the heavy aftereffects of a traumatic birth, these experiences are significant and deserve to be met with specialized care.
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Many of my clients seek therapy when they realize they need a space to process these transitions—not just as "tasks" to be completed, but as life-altering events that impact their identity, their relationships, and their well-being.
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You don’t have to carry the weight of these transitions alone.
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A Specialized Approach to Your Healing
I provide a focused, holistic space for individuals navigating these first years to and through parenthood. My approach is grounded in the understanding that reproductive mental health and birth experiences are deeply personal and are often held in the body as much as the mind.
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I integrate EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and somatic awareness to help you process difficult memories and regulate your nervous system. This allows us to move beyond standard conversation and work toward true resolution. Our work is tailored entirely to your needs, focusing on:
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Emotional Depth: Using evidence-based tools like EMDR to address the root of anxiety, grief, or the intrusive memories of a difficult birth, and more.
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Somatic Integration: Learning to understand and calm your body’s stress response so you can feel safe and grounded again.
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Identity & Growth: Navigating who you are becoming in this new chapter of life with a sense of agency and peace.
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I’d love to hear your story.
Every journey is unique, and I am here to offer the expert, focused care you deserve. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation, and let’s explore how we can work together to help you find your footing again.
About
Brooke Fitch-Collins, MA, LPC, LPCC
As a specialist in maternal and perinatal mental health, I help individuals and couples navigate the complexities of fertility, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, and the transition to parenthood. My approach is rooted in the understanding that our emotional experiences are deeply connected to our physical well-being.
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I integrate EMDR and somatic awareness within a Health at Every Size® (HAES®) framework to help you process difficult experiences and find a sustainable sense of balance. My goal is to provide a dedicated, specialized space where your health and your story are the priority.
My Approach
What to expect
I believe that true healing happens when we address both the mind and the body. In the reproductive years, your experiences aren't just "in your head"—they are felt physically in your nervous system. When your body is stuck in a state of high alert, it rarely stays contained; it ripples out to affect your sleep, your energy levels, and your sense of identity. It impacts how you show up in your relationships, how you connect with your baby or other children, and how you navigate the world each day.
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My approach moves beyond traditional talk therapy. I don’t just offer a space to vent; I offer a space to process and integrate these experiences so your body and mind can finally feel at rest.
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How We Work Together
Instead of a one-size-fits-all model, I use specialized tools to help you find your footing again:
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Somatic Awareness: We pay attention to how your body is holding stress. By learning to "decode" physical signals like chest tightness or a racing heart, we can help your nervous system return to a state of calm.
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): I use EMDR to help "unstick" difficult memories and distressing thoughts, whether they stem from a specific event or long-standing patterns of anxiety and grief. This method allows your brain to process information in a way that reduces the emotional charge of the past, helping you feel more present today.
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A Focus on the Whole Person: My work is grounded in the Health at Every Size® (HAES®) philosophy. I am here to support your mental health without judgment, honoring the body you are in and the unique path you’ve traveled.
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Moving Beyond "Survival Mode"
Many of my clients arrive feeling like they are constantly on high alert—anxious, isolated, or struggling to feel like themselves again. Our goal isn't just to "get through it," but to build a sense of internal safety.
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Whether we are working through the quiet of infertility or the overwhelm of new parenthood, our sessions are designed to help you regain your sense of agency, resilience, and peace.
Services
Individual Therapy & Specialized Care
I provide specialized, evidence-based therapy for individuals navigating the complexities of reproductive health, birth trauma, and the transition to parenthood. Our work together begins with a comprehensive initial intake session where we discuss your history, identify your primary goals, and build a treatment path that respects your unique pace and needs.
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How Sessions Work
To ensure our work is both deep and sustainable, I offer a streamlined, modern practice model:
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Secure Telehealth: All sessions are conducted virtually through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform, allowing you to engage in deep work from the comfort and privacy of your own space.
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A Simple Client Portal: You will have access to a private portal to easily manage scheduling, secure messaging, and paperwork.
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Consistency & Focus: Individual sessions are 50–55 minutes. EMDR extended sessions are 90 minutes. We will collaborate on a session frequency that supports your clinical progress and fits your life.
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Licensure & Access
I am licensed to provide therapy to clients residing anywhere in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
If you are curious about how EMDR or somatic work might fit your specific situation, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to explore how we can work together.
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Specialized Areas of Focus
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Perinatal Therapy: Fertility, Loss, & Pregnancy
The journey to parenthood is rarely a straight line. Whether you are navigating the clinical intensity of IVF and fertility treatments, the quiet grief of miscarriage, or the high anxiety of pregnancy after loss, I provide a specialized space to process the "unspoken" parts of this journey. We focus on building resilience and finding a sense of agency when things feel outside of your control.
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Postpartum & Beyond: Reclaiming Your Identity
The postpartum period often brings a massive shift in identity that goes beyond the "baby blues." I help parents navigate postpartum anxiety, depression, and the intrusive thoughts that can make this transition feel overwhelming. My goal is to help you feel like "you" again—not just as a parent, but as an individual with your own needs, voice, and autonomy.
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Birth Trauma
If your birth experience left you feeling powerless, fearful, or "stuck" in certain memories, you don't have to carry that weight alone. I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help your brain and body process the trauma of a difficult birth. This allows you to integrate the experience so it no longer feels like it is happening in the present moment, giving you the space to heal.
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Relationship Resilience
Adding a child to a family—or struggling to add one—profoundly changes the dynamic between partners. I work with individuals to navigate the communication breakdowns, intimacy shifts, and resentment that can crop up during the reproductive years. We focus on rebuilding your "team" and finding ways to stay connected through the highs and lows of the parenting journey.
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Not sure where you fit?
Many of my clients find that their experiences overlap several of these areas. You don't have to have a perfect "label" for what you're feeling before you reach out. During our initial consultation, we will look at the whole picture of your life and decide on the best path forward together.
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Contact me!
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