“Overwhelmed” doesn’t even begin to describe how heavy it feels.
Feeling isolated, even when people around you seem “okay” or like they’re “coping”
Wrestling with the sudden changes to your body & your identity
Stuck reliving moments that still feel raw, as if they’re happening now
Carrying shame or guilt about how you feel (or don’t feel) after what happened to you
The memories that keep replaying, the “what-ifs” you can’t turn off, flashbacks from birth trauma, or the pressure of balancing appointments & expectations can make it feel like relief is out of reach.
MAYBE YOU'VE ALSO BEEN...
This intensity doesn’t define you. It’s your nervous system signaling that it’s time to heal in a deeper way.
you've carried
this with you
for long
enough.
Does this sound like you?
- Heart racing & chest tight when a memory from labor or your loss surfaces unexpectedly
- Lying awake at 3 a.m., trapped in thoughts about what happened, what could have been, or what comes next
- Wondering if anyone else understands the grief, fear, or trauma you’re living with
- Feeling like every small trigger can set off panic, anger, or sadness
- Pretending you’re fine while inside, your body and mind are screaming for release
- Second-guessing your instincts & decisions around pregnancy, birth, fertility, or loss
- Feeling stuck not doing much more than just existing
EMDR THERAPY NEAR ME? LOOK NO FURTHER.
- Let go of the memories that keep replaying so your body & mind stop reacting like the trauma is happening all over again
- Slow down your racing thoughts & tense muscles — even when you haven’t slept, the baby’s crying, or appointments keep stacking up
- Move from just getting by to actually living so you can show up for your baby, partner, & yourself without trauma running the show
- Work through grief, guilt, or shame & whatever it’s tied to: birth, miscarriage, abortion, or fertility struggles
- Find your footing again to feel safe, steady, & like the old you instead of on high alert all the time
- Start trusting yourself again by quieting that inner voice that’s so dang rude to you — those thoughts that tell you you’re failing, not enough, or doing it wrong
Perinatal Mental Health Is Our Specialty, Not Just a Service
reproductive mental health for all experiences, genders, cultures, & ethnicities
At Holding New Therapy, every session is focused on pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, loss, termination, & abortion. This is our full caseload, our full attention.
Our therapists stay current on perinatal research, evolving best practices, & reproductive rights, so your care is informed, culturally attuned, & politically aware.
We’ve walked with clients through NICU stays, birth trauma, miscarriage, postpartum anxiety, & quiet grief — & we don’t flinch. When your therapist truly understands what you’re facing, therapy hits differently.
We focus on the messiest, most misunderstood parts of reproductive care — so you get care that actually understands you.
Not all therapy is built for this.
You no longer have to search "birth trauma therapist near me" after bedtime — but it can be scary to commit.
Not sure if therapy is your next right step? Totally fair. Poke around. Read our story. Skim our values. Worst case? You get a little clarity at 2 a.m. Best case? You find a place that feels like exhale.
We’re not going anywhere. Take your time.
We’re committed to making therapy for new parents accessible. All of our sessions are held virtually to reduce barriers like transportation, childcare, finances, location, & mobility needs. If there’s anything we can do to better support your access to care (communication preferences, tech accommodations, website adjustments, etc), please let us know at admin@holdingnewtherapy.com.