I feel so grateful for Dr. Brook and her practice, she was a tremendous help with my pregnancy. I started acupuncture with Dr. Brook in the early part of of my IVF journey and she was incredibly resourceful and caring. She always checked in on me and offered advice at every step of the way. After each session I felt so physically relaxed and mindfully at ease, so important with IVF. Super positive experience and I feel like I had a really great advocate for my health. read more

Saw Dr. Brook today because Im pregnant with a breech baby. I found her on Yelp while trying to find a holistic approach in flipping my baby into the optimal head down position. She was so friendly, warm, and intuitive. It was my first time seeing a chiropractor, I was slightly nervous and def had many misconceptions about a chiropractor. But the whole experience was super positive. Her office is very comfortable and she has many resources. I love that she combines many different techniques and really customizes them to your needs. She is very knowledgable. During the session, she applied gentle pressure and pointed out some tight spots, which with some manipulation, felt much better after. I was pleasently surprised. She kept checking the baby to make sure it was moving and that she wasn't making me uncomfortable. Im keeping my fingers crossed that this baby turns, I've even scheduled a second session to prepare for my next ultrasound to check the baby position. A huge plus is she accepts insurance... go see her, she will help you! read more

I'm so happy to have found Dr. Brook! I first started seeing Dr. Brook to help regulate my hormones to prepare my body to handle a healthy pregnancy. I was nervous to get acupuncture, but Dr. Brook makes the experience enjoyable. I got pregnant after and have seen her ever since to support my physical and mental health during the pregnancy and postpartum. I wanted to keep my pregnancy as natural as possible and Dr. Brook was able to recommend so many things to help ease any ailment I experienced. She has been an absolute lifesaver and also helped with my first time mom anxiety. I have referred multiple friends to her for a variety of reasons and can't recommend her enough! She's the best. read more

I saw Dr. Brook in 2015 when I was expecting my baby. I have EDS type 3 and was initially scared to look for help with my SPD, concerned they could harm more than heal. I am very glad that I found her, Dr. Brook is very knowledgeable and was able to help me. Initially I had trouble getting in and out of the car and sometimes it was very difficult to walk. Her treatments improved my situation a lot and I was able to move with much ease until the end of my pregnancy. Beyond that Dr. Brook was an amazing resource, funny, a lovely person to talk to and an extraordinary support. I continued to see her after my pregnancy to help my body adjust. I would and have recommended her to my friends :) she even stayed in touch with my doctor so that they would both be on the same page. read more

Dr Brook has been a a lifesaver for me over the past year. I started seeing her during my second trimester of pregnancy when I had unbearable headaches that would not go away. She fixed my headaches and continued to treat all of the normal aches and pains that come as pregnancy progresses. She even adjusted me on my first day of labor! Now that my baby is here I have continued to see her for regular adjustments as I transition from pregnant to breastfeeding and carrying my baby. My husband and mother also see Dr. Brook for adjustments to treat neck and back pain from traveling for work and every day life! Her chiropractic work is more amazing than any I've received as she incorporates sports medicine and active release into her treatments. She has my highest recommendation! read more

Dr. Brook is one of those people it is hard to imagine life without! She is super gentle and super strong. I wasn't afraid to see her when I was pregnant and I knew that she could handle all my aches and pains. She is so approachable and so kind and friendly. I think everyone believes that they are her best friend. I also went to see her when we were having problems getting pregnant. She used the Mercier treatment of abdominal massage and I was pregnant within a few weeks! Brook has an intuitive sense of where your pain is and such a breadth and depth of knowledge. She is amazing! read more

Dr. Brook is fantastic! I started seeing her when I was trying to conceive and continued to throughout my pregnancy and postpartum. She is extremely knowledgeable about addressing fertility and pregnancy issues and is very kind and supportive. I had a very easy labor and recovery and attribute that so much to the awesome preparation and care from Dr. Brook. It's difficult to find time to take care of yourself in the postpartum period and checking in with Dr. Brook has helped my recovery so much! read more

Dr Brook Merkel not only saved me throughout my pregnancy but still keeps me functioning today! I suffered from severe debilitating sciatic pain and hip discomfort throughout my entire pregnancy before I found her. Her excellent chiropractic work, along with her tender care got me through it all. Even after my son's birth, I still continue to see her as my body readjusts to life after pregnancy! I'm so thankful I found her! read more

I am so grateful to have found Dr Brook! I first went to see her heavily pregnant, with a baby who had just turned breech, and finding myself suddenly unable to walk-so locked up were my back and hips from commuting. Dr Brook is my favorite kind of practitioner- a medical expert with a holistic approach. I felt in safe hands from the moment I arrived at her office- she is warm and encourages you to open up before she skillfully adjusts you back into shape. With visits to Brook, my baby found and kept a good position (even though the little one kept playing with the idea of being sunny side up) I felt so supported to have an empowered labor, and always left Dr Brook's office feeling cared for and that she really goes above and beyond for her clients. My OB said that seeing a good chiropractor would help me in labor and she was right. After an enjoyable labor, my 2nd daughter was born in just a few pushes. Dr Brook was really helpful finding out what I'd pay with my MPI insurance- and the cost is reasonable and affordable. read more

During my pregnancy I had lower back pain on my left side, the pain was so bad that I could not sleep well. I was referred to Dr Brook Merkel, dc by my midwife. She is hands down the best. She showed me some i stretches to do as well. I continued to go after I had my baby boy. She has a magic touch. I am great full we have such a great chiropractor in out neighborhood. Oh and she adjust babies too!! She is perfect for the whole family. read more

I cannot say enough positive things about Dr Brook. She started seeing me during my last pregnancy and was VITAL in getting my body back on track, gave me great 'homework' of how to keep moving, and so much support- I had special physical needs that she addressed with great delicacy and warmth. She supported me throughout that pregnancy and postpartum. When i had issues a few years later with fertility and 'getting my cycle back' -Dr Brook helped me (in just one session I got my period back after 2 1/2 years!) back on the horse and I was able to conceive not long after her sessions began again. I would be still seeing her right now if I didn't live so far from her now. Hope you get a chance to go in and meet her personally. She's a smart cookie. read more

I highly recommend Brook! As other reviewers have said, she helped my lower back and pelvic pain during pregnancy but she's also awesome to talk to about the birthing process itself. I always felt more informed about my body and what was happening to it when I left her. She's really personable and carries a genuine care for her patients too. She even checked in on me several times after giving birth. P.S. Her office is located in a building with other amazing pregnancy-related resources. They even validate parking. read more

Dr. Brook is amazing. I saw her during my pregnancy with baby #2 and she was such an integral part of my support team throughout- and even after birth. I had a big baby (10lb 8oz!) and being only 5'2" it was a lot of stress on my body- particularly my back. Dr. Brook's treatment as well as her recommendations for at home exercises/stretches, were critical in keeping me moving and pain free- especially towards the end of my pregnancy. Dr. Brook is extremely knowledgeable and talented- and she is also a very kind person and an amazing listener. I highly recommend her to any woman (pregnant or not!) looking for superior chiropractic care. read more

I can't say enough good things about Dr. Brook. She helped me immensely throughout my first pregnancy as well as postpartum. She even did some gentle adjustments on my infant son when he had some neck movement issues that were contributing to a flat spot on his head. She is incredibly easy to talk to and relate to and gives practical advice and exercises to help alleviate pregnancy aches and pains. She is always available to answer questions and provide support. I highly recommend working with her! read more

Dr. Brook helped me with joint paint and sciatic nerve pain during my pregnancy. She also gave me stretches I could do at home to relieve my symptoms (during my third trimester) that were priceless. My pregnancy would have been much harder if I hadn't had her support. I highly recommend her to any pregnant or postpartum mamas! read more

Dr Brook is the best! She prepared me for labor and then helped my body strengthen itself after my son was born. I had a quick and "easy" natural birth that I truly believe Dr Brook helped me achieve! She also worked in my newborn and got him in excellent shape. My family is so grateful for her! read more

I've met Dr.Brook because I was in search of helping my 2 month old ease his colic pain. He had them almost every night. Dr. Brook treated my son with such gentle care that it gave me peace of mind. My son seems happy to see her. After treating him for almost a month, my sons colic pain is completely gone! We are sooo happy to have met Dr. Brook, her passion and knowledge has been beneficial to our family. I would highly recommend her. read more

I am so glad I met Dr Brook! She helped me out while I was pregnant and had severe pain running down my thighs and once I gave birth, my pubic bone had shifted which hurt so much that I couldn't even walk. Dr. Brook had been a lifesaver... she came to me for a few home visits and readjusted my pelvic bone, and now I'm pain free! She also taught me a few exercises that I can do at home which helped strengthen my muscles. I highly recommend Dr. Brook - she is such an excellent chiropractor as well as an awesome listener - I really enjoyed chatting with her about motherhood/babies :) read more

Dr. Brook Merkel is a godsend to my family and I. For 9 years, heartbreak and disappointment filled my life as my husband and I tried to have our second child. Since fertility treatments were too expensive and my concurrent miscarriages were devastating we finally decided it was time to stop trying for another child. But my sister tells me of a friend she went to school with, who just moved back to the city. And that's when I met Dr. Merkel and trying for baby #2 commenced. She is amazing, smart, and ready to listen. When I thought all hope was lost she made me comfortable and gave me confidence in my fertility journey to try for a second child. After I completed my session with her, which for my husband and I is affordable and at the same time it was holistic. I thought it would take many months or even a year to get pregnant and/or not even get pregnant. I was just happy with how I was feeling and how well my body took to Mercier therapy. She made me comfortable and helped me feel amazing no matter the outcome. After 2 months I got pregnant, and throughout my pregnancy I had support with Dr. Brooke using acupuncture. I am pleased to say I have a healthy baby boy! To say I am beyond thrilled is an understatement. I found a doctor who not only helped me be the healthiest I have ever been, but she helped me achieve my dream. I owe it to Dr. Brook who understood, listened, and guided me to get through my pains from the past. I attribute my pregnancy success to her knowledge and healing expertise to reach my ultimate goal, which was to be healthy to carry another child full term. Dr. Merkel is worth the visit and she is always there to give helpful and meaningful advice. I am happy to have met her and appreciate her patience, attentiveness, and thoroughness throughout my journey. I know you'll love her as much as I am thankful that she allowed me to be a mom a second time around. read more