Menstrual Health & Mental Well-Being in Therapy with Jessica Kruckeberg

Send us Fan MailAre you curious about how menstrual cycle health can revolutionize therapy? Discover the often-overlooked connection between hormonal shifts, mental health, and physical well-being in our enlightening episode featuring Jessica Krukerberg, a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex therapist. Jessica shares invaluable insights on how chronic pelvic pain, menstrual dysfunction, autoimmune diseases, and neurodivergent conditions like autism and ADHD intersect with mental health. You’ll learn to approach these complexities in therapy by considering menstrual cycles, medication, and holistic health strategies.Unpack the misinterpretations of women's health within the medical model alongside Jessica, who highlights the pitfalls of labeling symptoms as purely psychosomatic. We'll discuss actionable steps for therapists, such as tracking clients' moods throughout their menstrual cycles and understanding their medication history. This conversation also sheds light on how birth control can impact mental health, advocating for informed, holistic approaches to care that prioritize both physical and mental health considerations.Gain insights into your female clients' lived experiences to support them effectively in a predominantly reactive medical system. Jessica emphasizes the importance of empathy, continuous education, and open communication in therapy. Hear personal anecdotes and professional insights that underscore the value of addressing menstrual health and hormonal changes in treatment. This episode is a call to action for clinicians to challenge societal stigmas and support their clients with a proactive, comprehensive approach to mental and physical well-being.Jessica Info: Jessica Kruckeberg, LMFT-S, CSTPhone: 1-720-288-0645Email: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/areasofgrowth A Hero's Welcome Podcast  © Maria Laquerre-Diego & Liliana Baylon