Find a Mental Health Professional for Menopause & Perimenopause

About Menopause & Perimenopause support

The menopausal transition is a significant hormonal shift that can bring a range of physical symptoms, including hot flushes, sleep disruption, changes in energy, and joint pain. It also carries psychological dimensions that are less commonly discussed, including anxiety, mood changes, brain fog, changes in libido, and in some cases, a broader reflection on identity, ageing, and life stage. For some women, the psychological impact of perimenopause and menopause is more challenging than the physical. Psychological support during this transition can help women make sense of mood and cognitive changes, address anxiety or low mood, and navigate the identity questions that often accompany this life stage. This support is most effective when provided by practitioners who understand the hormonal context, alongside medical management of physical symptoms if appropriate. In Australia, GPs with expertise in menopause, menopause specialist clinics, and gynaecologists can provide medical support including assessment of Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT). The Australasian Menopause Society provides a directory of specialists. Medicare subsidises GP consultations and psychology sessions through a Mental Health Treatment Plan. Jean Hailes for Women's Health offers accessible, evidence-based information.