Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group
Welcome to your exclusive space at the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh—Join our online support group to explore the intricate connection between hormones and women’s mental health, physical wellness, and relationships.
How Would I Benefit From— Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group?
Are you seeking clarity and empowerment when it comes to understanding hormone balance for women? Look no further than our Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group, where you’ll discover a range of personalized hormonal health benefits designed to enrich your life:
- Gain Insight: Explore the intricate relationship between hormones and women’s mental health, uncovering how they influence mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. Develop a deeper understanding of your body’s natural rhythms and fluctuations.
- Empowerment: Equip yourself with essential advocacy skills to effectively communicate with medical professionals about your hormonal health. Learn how to ask the right questions, request appropriate hormone testing for women, and advocate for personalized care.
- Practical Strategies: Receive practical strategies and tools to manage hormonal health-related symptoms, such as mood swings, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. Discover holistic approaches in managing hormone balance for women through lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and stress management techniques.
- Supportive Community: Connect with a supportive community of peers who share similar experiences and challenges. Share insights, stories, and encouragement in a safe and non-judgmental space.
- Personalized Guidance: Benefit from expert guidance from experienced facilitators who understand the complexities of hormonal health and hormone balance for women. Receive personalized recommendations and support tailored to your individual needs and goals.
- Comprehensive Insights: Take advantage of hormone testing for women facilitated by our Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP), gaining comprehensive insights into your hormonal health. Use this information to inform your wellness journey and make informed decisions about your health.
- Confidence and Empowerment: Feel empowered to take control of your hormonal health and well-being, armed with knowledge, support, and practical tools. Build confidence in managing hormonal health-related challenges and navigate life’s transitions with resilience and strength.
Join our hormones and women’s mental health support group today and unlock the transformative benefits of understanding and optimizing hormone balance for women. Experience a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and holistic wellness as you embark on this six-week online support group for women.
Introducing Our Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group
Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group invites you every Thursday from 7 pm to 8 pm for 6 weeks. The best part—you don’t have to be located in Pittsburgh because our Women’s Mental Health Support Group is held virtually and welcomes participants from the entire state of Pennsylvania. The online support group runs from March 28, 2024 to May 2, 2024.
Facilitated by Edvina May, LPC, NCC an experienced professional in hormonal health and women’s mental health, with a particular dedication to promoting hormone balance for women inspired by her personal journey towards achieving hormonal health.
Jennifer Richards, CRNP, PHMNP-BC, FNP-BC, our esteemed guest facilitator, will be part of the online support group, offering her expertise in prescribing hormone testing for women and vitamin lab scripts. Her holistic approach to wellness emphasizes the mind-body connection, ensuring comprehensive care for all participants.
Join our six-week Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group to gain not only a comprehensive understanding of hormonal health but also a personalized plan for navigating the intricate relationship between hormone balance for women and overall well-being.
Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group invites you every Thursday from 7 pm to 8 pm, starting March 28, 2024 and concluding May 2, 2024
Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group Outline
Week 1: Your Menstrual Cycle Hormones
Introduction to Menstrual Cycle Hormones
Tracking Cycle, Mood, Energy, Food Cravings, and Sleep Through Journaling
Changes in the Menstrual Cycle
Lifecycle Changes: Birth, Stress, Perimenopause Hormone Levels, and Menopause Hormones
Menopause: Symptoms and Impacts
Tracking Methods: Napro, Apps, and Journaling
Week 2: Hormonal Hierarchy
Stress and Its Impact on Hormone Balance for Women
Coping Skills for Managing Stress
Life Transitions and Their Effects on Hormonal Health
Medical Health Factors: Autoimmune Disorders, Vitamin Deficiencies, and Toxic Load
Understanding Vagal Tone and Its Relationship to Hormonal Health
Techniques for Relaxing the Vagus Nerve
Week 3: Hormonal Changes
Symptoms of Hormonal Changes: Brain Fog, Memory Loss, and Weight Gain
Advocating for Yourself with Medical Providers
Finding the Right Doctor, Preparing for Appointments, and Hormone Testing for Women
Week 4: Hormone Balance for Women
Overview of Hormone Therapy: Benefits and Considerations
Exploring Supplements: Pros and Cons
Dietary Considerations: Gluten, Soy, and Dairy
Exercise Strategies: HIIT, Strength Training, and Yoga
Understanding Fasting: Methods and Benefits
Enhancing Sleep Hygiene: Routines and Tips
Week 5: Therapeutic Healing for Hormonal Health
Coping Skills: Mindfulness, Meditation, and Relaxation Techniques
Week 6: Bringing it All Together – Your Hormonal Health Plan
Review of Key Concepts
Group Member Feedback
Book Suggestions for Further Learning on Hormonal Health
Meet Your Facilitators for Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group
FAQs – Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group
Q: Where will the virtual women's mental health support group be held?
A: This group will be held online via a secure video platform.
Q: What day and time is the virtual women's mental health support group?
A: The online support group will take place on Thursdays from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Q: What dates does Virtual: Hormones and Women's Mental Health Support Group run?
A: This online women’s mental health support group begins Thursday, March 28, 2024 and concludes Thursday, May 2, 2024.
Q: How many weeks is the online support group for hormones and women's mental health
A: Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group is a 6-week online support group.
Q: Who is leading Virtual: Hormones and Women's Mental Health Support Group?
A: The group will be facilitated by Edvina May, LPC, NCC who is passionate and skilled in hormonal health and women’s mental health due to her own journey towards finding hormone balance for women.
Jennifer Richards, CRNP, PMHNP, PHMNP-BC, FNP-BC, our esteemed guest facilitator, will be part of the online support group, offering her expertise in prescribing hormone testing for women and vitamin lab scripts. Her holistic approach to wellness emphasizes the mind-body connection, ensuring comprehensive care for all participants.
Q: How many people will be in the virtual women's mental health support group?
A: The limit is 8 participants.
Q: Does the virtual women's mental health support group accept insurance?
A: Yes, we accept Aetna, Cigna (Evernorth), Highmark, United Health Care/Optum, UPMC.
Q: What is the self-pay fee for Virtual: Hormones and Women's Mental Health Support Group?
A: If you elect to self pay, the required intake with Edvina May, LPC is $120. And the required intake with Jennifer Richards, CRNP is $200.
The self pay rate for the 6 group sessions is $50 per session.
Q: Can anyone join the online women's mental health support group?
A: This is a closed group and participants have to sign up for all sessions of Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group.
Q: How does the hormone testing for women process work?
A: During the intake session with Jennifer Richards, CRNP, participants will be provided with a lab script to undergo hormone testing. Participants will be required to visit their local laboratory to complete these tests. Subsequently, Jennifer will review the results with the participants.
Q: How do I sign up for the online support group?
A: Please email info@counselingwellnesspgh.com or call 412-322-2129 ext. 3 if you are interested in joining the online support group. You can also fill out the form below.
Q: Is there an intake required to join the online support group?
A: Yes, you will be required to have an intake with Licensed Professional Counselor Edvina May and Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Jennifer Richards to evaluate if you are a good fit for Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group. Please email info@counselingwellnesspgh.com, call 412-322-2129 ext. 3 or fill out the form below to get started.
Interested in our Virtual: Hormones and Women’s Mental Health Support Group?
Take the first step towards improved hormone balance for women. Sign up for our hormones and women’s mental health support group by calling 412-856-WELL or filling out the form below.
If you’re searching for an online support group focused on hormonal health, hormonal balance for women, and hormone testing for women you’ve found the right place.
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