Menopause and How Therapy Can Help

Menopause Support

Menopause is a natural transition, but the physical, emotional, and cognitive changes can feel overwhelming. If symptoms are affecting your daily life, mood, relationships, or confidence, psychological support can help.
At Hampstead Psychology, we provide evidence-based menopause therapy to help you understand hormonal changes, manage symptoms, and navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and support.

What Is Menopause?

Menopause marks the end of menstrual cycles, usually between 45–55, with perimenopause often bringing the most intense symptoms. Hormonal shifts can influence brain function, stress response, and emotional regulation, which is why many people experience significant changes.

Common menopause and perimenopause symptoms include:

Hot flushes and night sweats
Sleep problems or insomnia
Anxiety, irritability, or mood swings
Low mood or reduced confidence
Brain fog, memory lapses, or poor concentration
Fatigue and motivation loss
Changes in libido
Feeling overwhelmed or unlike yourself

These symptoms are real, valid, and treatable with the right support.

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How Therapy Helps During Menopause

We offer psychological support grounded in research, tailoring therapy to your menopause symptoms, lifestyle, and personal goals.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Helps you understand how hormonal changes affect thoughts and emotions, and develops tools for managing anxiety, mood shifts, sleep issues, and cognitive difficulties.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Supports emotional adjustment, reduces struggle with symptoms, and strengthens alignment with your values during life transitions.

Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)

Reduces shame, pressure, and self-criticism, helping you build a kinder, more supportive inner voice.

Mind–Body and Lifestyle Strategies

Practical tools for sleep, stress management, emotional regulation, and daily coping during menopause.

In Therapy, We’ll Help You:

Understand emotional and physical menopause symptoms
Reduce anxiety, overwhelm, and irritability
Improve sleep, energy, and mood
Manage brain fog and cognitive changes
Strengthen communication and relationship boundaries
Rebuild confidence and sense of self
Create routines that support wellbeing
Feel more grounded through hormonal change

What to Expect

50-minute sessions, usually weekly
Available in person across our London clinics or online
Tailored psychological support based on your symptoms and goals

You don’t need clarity before starting — therapy helps you make sense of what you’re experiencing.

Take the First Step

Menopause can be challenging, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. With the right psychological support, it’s possible to feel more balanced, in control, and supported.

📞 Contact us today to book a consultation or learn more.

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Meet The Team

At Hampstead Psychology, all of our psychologists have extensive training to doctoral level and decades of experience in their field of expertise. You will be matched with a psychologist that has the knowledge and skill to help you understand and overcome your problem - not just in the short term but for good.