Menopause Counselling in Singapore
“Menopause is not an ending; it is a new beginning. Your emotional and mental well-being matters as much as your physical health.”
Menopause is a significant phase in a woman’s life, bringing both physical and emotional changes. While it is a natural process, the mood swings, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming emotions that come with it can make daily life challenging
If you are struggling with menopause-related stress, irritability, low mood, or difficulty coping, menopause counselling can help you navigate this transition with clarity and confidence.
Insightful Counselling provides a safe and supportive space to help you understand your emotions, manage menopause symptoms, and regain control over your mental well-being.
Menopause marks the end of menstruation and is diagnosed when a woman has gone 12 months without a period. It usually occurs between 45 and 55 years old, though some may experience early menopause due to medical conditions or surgery.
Stages of Menopause:
- Perimenopause (3-10 years before menopause): Fluctuating hormones cause irregular periods, mood swings, and hot flashes.
- Menopause: Officially reached after 12 months without a period, bringing hormonal changes that can affect mental health.
- Postmenopause: Symptoms ease, but low oestrogen levels can increase risks of osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive decline.
For many women, the emotional and psychological impact of menopause can be as overwhelming as the physical symptoms. This is where menopause counselling plays a crucial role.
While menopause affects every woman differently, common symptoms include:
– Physical Symptoms:
✔ Hot flushes and night sweats
✔ Weight gain and metabolism changes
✔ Joint pain and muscle aches
✔ Sleep disturbances and insomnia
– Emotional & Psychological Symptoms:
✔ Mood swings and irritability
✔ Anxiety, depression, and panic attacks
✔ Brain fog and forgetfulness
✔ Loss of motivation and self-esteem
– Relationship & Lifestyle Changes:
✔ Increased stress in relationships
✔ Decreased libido and intimacy issues
✔ Work-related stress due to low concentration
If these symptoms affect your emotional well-being, relationships, or career, menopause counselling can help you regain emotional balance and mental clarity.
Menopause counselling provides a safe and supportive space to help women navigate the emotional and psychological challenges that come with this life transition. Many women experience mood swings, anxiety, depression, brain fog, and increased stress due to hormonal fluctuations, and counselling offers structured guidance to manage these symptoms effectively. Through personalised therapy sessions, you can explore the emotional impact of menopause, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and regain a sense of balance and control. Counselling helps reduce stress, improve sleep quality, enhance self-esteem, and strengthen relationships, ensuring that menopause does not feel overwhelming or isolating. Techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, Hypnotherapy, and EMDR can be used to reframe negative thought patterns, manage anxiety, and process unresolved emotions. Additionally, therapy can support you in understanding your body’s changes, improving communication with loved ones, and embracing menopause as a natural and empowering phase of life. With the right guidance and emotional support, you can transition through menopause with confidence, resilience, and self-compassion.
Menopause counselling is beneficial for:
✔ Women struggling with anxiety, depression, or emotional distress due to menopause.
✔ Those experiencing mood swings or relationship conflicts because of hormonal changes.
✔ Women who feel overwhelmed, lost, or disconnected during this transition.
✔ Individuals seeking natural ways to manage emotional and psychological menopause symptoms.
✔ Anyone who wants to understand and embrace this life stage with confidence.
At Insightful Counselling, we take a structured yet personalised approach to menopause counselling, ensuring that each woman receives targeted support based on her unique emotional and psychological needs. Our process is designed to help you understand, manage, and embrace menopause with confidence and clarity.
1️⃣ Initial Consultation – Understanding Your Concerns
The journey begins with an in-depth consultation where we discuss your emotional challenges, symptoms, lifestyle factors, and personal goals. Many women feel overwhelmed by mood swings, anxiety, irritability, or relationship conflicts, and this session provides a safe space to express these concerns. We also explore how menopause is affecting your self-esteem, work performance, and daily life.
2️⃣ Identifying Key Challenges & Goal Setting
Once we understand your situation, we will work together to identify your key challenges and set realistic therapy goals. This could include reducing stress and anxiety, managing mood swings, improving sleep, strengthening relationships, or enhancing overall emotional well-being. By setting clear objectives, we ensure that counselling is focused and effective.
3️⃣ Personalised Therapy Plan – Choosing the Right Approach
Based on your needs, we create a tailored counselling plan incorporating different therapeutic approaches such as:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to challenge negative thought patterns and manage anxiety.
- Mindfulness & Relaxation Techniques to improve emotional regulation and sleep.
This plan ensures that your therapy journey is highly personalised and focused on helping you achieve mental clarity, emotional balance, and resilience.
4️⃣ Developing Coping Strategies – Practical & Emotional Tools
Menopause counselling equips you with practical tools and strategies to help you manage emotional fluctuations, improve self-care routines, and strengthen your ability to cope with stress. This stage involves learning breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, cognitive reframing, and self-compassion practices. We also provide relationship and communication support, ensuring that your loved ones understand your experiences and can offer the right support.
5️⃣ Ongoing Support & Adjustments
Menopause is a journey, and as you progress, your emotional and psychological needs may change. Regular sessions provide ongoing support where we assess your progress, discuss new challenges, and make adjustments to your counselling plan if needed. Whether you need to focus more on sleep improvement, relationship dynamics, or self-confidence, your therapist will adapt the sessions accordingly.
6️⃣ Embracing Menopause with Confidence
As you gain emotional resilience and confidence, we focus on long-term strategies to help you sustain your emotional well-being beyond counselling. By the end of the process, you will have a deeper understanding of your emotions, the ability to manage stress effectively, and a positive outlook on menopause as a new chapter of growth and self-discovery.
At Insightful Counselling, our goal is to empower you to navigate menopause with ease, self-assurance, and renewed energy. If you’re ready to start this journey, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
How Insightful Counselling Can Help with Menopause?
At Insightful Counselling, we provide a safe, confidential, and supportive space to help women navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of menopause. Whether you’re experiencing mood swings, anxiety, depression, or brain fog, our expert counsellors are here to support you.
Mhairi Jerga, our dedicated menopause counsellor, offers personalised guidance tailored to your unique needs. With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, she helps you regain emotional balance, manage stress, improve relationships, and embrace self-care—so menopause feels less overwhelming and more empowering.
Menopause is Not an End—It's a New Beginning
At Insightful Counselling, we help you shift your perspective on menopause, so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and renewed energy.
- A Time for Self-Discovery – Menopause offers an opportunity to reconnect with yourself, your emotions, and your personal goals.
- Embracing Change with Confidence – With the right support, you can navigate menopause with resilience and emotional stability.
- Prioritising Self-Care – This phase allows you to focus on your mental and emotional well-being, developing healthier habits for a balanced life.
- Stronger Relationships – Understanding and managing your emotions can help improve communication and strengthen connections with loved ones.
- A New Chapter of Empowerment – Rather than seeing menopause as a limitation, it can be a time to embrace new experiences, passions, and personal growth.
Our Counsellors for Menopause Counselling
Mhairi Jerga is a warm and empathetic counsellor at Insightful Counselling who specialises in supporting women through menopause. She uses a personalised approach, incorporating therapies like CBT, mindfulness and relaxation technique to help clients manage emotional challenges and regain balance during this life transition.
Real-Life Case Study for Menopause
Case Study 1: Anita’s Journey to Emotional Stability
Anita, a 52-year-old professional, struggled with intense mood swings, anxiety, and brain fog during menopause. She felt disconnected from her family and often lost her temper over minor issues. After eight counselling sessions, Anita learned mindfulness techniques, stress management strategies, and cognitive restructuring, which helped her gain emotional stability. Today, she manages her emotions confidently, has improved relationships, and feels empowered in this new phase of life.
Case Study 2: Overcoming Menopause-Induced Anxiety
Priya’s Journey to Mental Clarity
Priya, a 47-year-old working professional, came to counselling after experiencing severe mood swings, irritability, and anxiety attacks due to menopause. She found herself:
- Crying for no reason
- Snapping at her family
- Feeling mentally exhausted and disconnected from work
Through six months of counselling at Insightful Counselling:
✔ Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helped her reframe negative thoughts
✔ Hypnotherapy improved her sleep quality and relaxation
✔ Mindfulness & Stress Reduction allowed her to manage daily stress
Today, Priya feels in control, emotionally balanced, and happier in her relationships and career.
👉 Read more about how menopause can affect your mental health in our blog:
https://insightfulcounselling.com/anxiety-during-menopausal-transition/
Frequently Asked Questions
Each individual’s experience is unique, but most women see improvement within 6 to 10 sessions.
Yes, therapies like CBT, EMDR, and clinical Hypnotherapy are highly effective in treating menopause-related depression and mood swings.
Yes! We offer face-to-face and online menopause counselling to ensure support is accessible from anywhere.
Our counselling sessions are confidential, non-judgmental, and supportive. You will have a safe space to express yourself freely.
Menopause counselling provides emotional and psychological support to help women cope with mood swings, anxiety, depression, and stress during menopause.
Yes, the drop in oestrogen levels can lead to depression, irritability, and emotional instability, which counselling can help manage.
Yes, mood swings, low libido, and irritability can impact personal relationships, but therapy can improve communication and emotional connection.
EMDR can help reprocess past emotional wounds and traumas, which may resurface during menopause.
Yes, techniques like breathing exercises, guided imagery, and mindfulness help manage emotional symptoms naturally.
Yes, many women experience memory lapses, forgetfulness, and difficulty concentrating due to hormonal changes.
You can book a menopause counselling session at Insightful Counselling for professional support.
Contact Us for Support
Menopause does not have to feel isolating or overwhelming. With the right support, coping tools, and emotional resilience, you can transition through menopause with greater ease and confidence.
At Insightful Counselling, we are here to support you. Contact us today to book a session and start your emotional balance and well-being journey.
