Psychological Support
for Women
You're not imagining it. You're not losing yourself.
If you've found yourself feeling more anxious, emotionally reactive, forgetful, overwhelmed or simply unlike the person you used to be, you're not alone. For many women, perimenopause and menopause bring far more than physical symptoms—they can affect confidence, relationships, work, identity and emotional wellbeing.
This stage of life can feel confusing, particularly when the changes happen gradually or don't match what you've been told to expect. The good news is that you don't have to navigate it on your own.
At myturn2talk Psychology, I offer a compassionate, evidence-informed space to explore what you're experiencing and develop practical strategies to help you move through this transition with greater confidence, resilience and self-understanding.
Menopause &
Perimenopause
For many women, perimenopause and menopause arrive quietly. You may find yourself feeling unlike yourself without understanding why. Things that once felt manageable may suddenly feel overwhelming. Your patience may be shorter, your confidence may have shifted, or you may feel as though you've somehow "lost yourself."
Fluctuating hormones can influence how you think and feel. You might notice increased anxiety, irritability, low mood, tearfulness, or emotional sensitivity. Some women describe feeling disconnected from themselves or struggling with a loss of confidence, while others experience overwhelming feelings they have never encountered before.
Many women report changes in memory, concentration and mental clarity during perimenopause. Forgetting words, losing track of conversations or feeling less mentally sharp can be frustrating and, at times, frightening. These experiences are common and can significantly impact confidence at work and in everyday life
Midlife often brings competing demands. You may be caring for ageing parents, supporting adult children, managing a career, navigating relationship changes or simply trying to keep everything together while your own body is changing. It's no surprise that many women describe this stage of life as exhausting.
Changes in sleep are among the most common challenges during menopause. Difficulty falling asleep, waking during the night, night sweats or simply never feeling rested can leave you physically and emotionally depleted. Poor sleep can also amplify anxiety, stress and difficulties with concentration.
Menopause often coincides with a period of reflection and change. Children may be leaving home, careers may be evolving, relationships may be shifting and priorities often change. It can be a time of questioning who you are now and what you want the next chapter of your life to look like.
The Psychological Impact of Menopause
Anxiety
Many women notice anxiety appearing for the first time during perimenopause, while others find long-standing anxiety becomes more difficult to manage. Hormonal changes, disrupted sleep and the pressures of midlife can leave your nervous system feeling constantly "on alert." Together, we'll explore what's contributing to your anxiety and develop practical, evidence-based strategies to help you feel calmer, more confident and back in control.
Depression
Low mood during menopause is more than simply feeling emotional. You may lose motivation, stop enjoying things you once loved or feel disconnected from yourself. Therapy provides a supportive space to understand these changes, rebuild emotional wellbeing and rediscover a sense of purpose and hope.
Burnout
Many midlife women have spent years caring for everyone else—raising children, building careers, supporting ageing parents and juggling countless responsibilities. Menopause can be the point where these demands become unsustainable. Together we'll explore the signs of burnout, learn how to regulate your nervous system, establish healthier boundaries and create a life that feels more balanced and sustainable.
Trauma History
For some women, menopause can unexpectedly bring old wounds closer to the surface. Hormonal changes may reduce the coping strategies that once kept difficult memories or emotions at bay. Whether your experiences stem from childhood, relationships or other life events, therapy offers a safe, compassionate space to process the past and move towards healing.
ADHD
Many women first begin questioning whether they have ADHD during perimenopause, when declining oestrogen can affect attention, memory and executive functioning. Others find that an existing ADHD diagnosis suddenly feels more challenging. Therapy can help you better understand your brain, develop practical strategies and reduce the self-criticism that often accompanies years of feeling "not good enough."
Autism
Autistic women often describe menopause as amplifying sensory sensitivities, emotional overwhelm and the exhaustion of masking. Changes in routine, energy levels and emotional regulation can become more noticeable during this time. My approach is neuroaffirming and focused on helping you better understand your needs, reduce overwhelm and develop strategies that genuinely work for you.
Perfectionism
Many women have spent decades striving to meet impossible expectations—at work, at home and in relationships. During menopause, the energy required to maintain these standards often becomes harder to sustain, leaving many feeling like they are failing. Therapy helps you recognise perfectionism, develop self-compassion and redefine success in ways that support your wellbeing rather than drain it.
Emotional Regulation
If you've found yourself crying more easily, feeling irritable or reacting in ways that don't feel like "you," you're not alone. Hormonal changes can affect emotional regulation, making everyday stresses feel much bigger than they once did. Therapy can help you understand these changes, develop practical emotional regulation skills and respond to life's challenges with greater confidence and calm.
Why Choose
myturn2talk Psychology
You don't have to navigate this stage of life alone. Therapy offers a space to make sense of the changes you're experiencing, develop practical strategies for managing stress and anxiety, improve emotional wellbeing, and reconnect with the person you are becoming.
At myturn2talk Psychology, I provide a warm, compassionate and evidence-informed approach to supporting women through perimenopause and menopause. Whether you're looking for practical coping strategies, a place to process life's transitions, or simply someone who understands, therapy can help you move through this stage with greater confidence, clarity and self-compassion.
At myturn2talk Psychology, all appointments are offered face-to-face from my Sunshine Coast practice. I believe there is real value in sharing the same space, allowing us to build a genuine therapeutic relationship in a calm, supportive environment. If you're looking for personalised psychological support during menopause, or for ADHD, autism, burnout or other life challenges, I'd be delighted to welcome you in person.