Perimenopause and menopause can feel like a rollercoaster—one minute, you’re yourself, and the next, you’re battling mood swings, anxiety, or overwhelming fatigue. If you’ve been feeling off and can’t quite pinpoint why, you’re not alone. At Monima Wellness, we specialize in helping women navigate the physical, emotional, and mental changes that come with menopause, offering comprehensive support as part of our outpatient mental health treatment programs here in San Diego.
Our unique, integrative approach combines evidence-based mental health treatments with advanced medical support, including complete lab work, blood panels, and hormone testing for all women enrolled in our partial hospitalization program (PHP) or intensive outpatient program (IOP). With a dual board-certified psychiatrist in psychiatry and endocrinology, Monima Wellness is uniquely positioned to identify and treat the underlying causes of distressing symptoms related to menopause and perimenopause.
For many women, menopause symptoms sneak up quietly. You might notice mood swings, trouble sleeping, brain fog, or lingering anxiety, and chalk it up to stress, burnout, or life changes. But these symptoms often stem from hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause.
At Monima Wellness, we make sure you don’t have to guess. Through complete lab work and blood panels, we test hormone levels to determine if your symptoms are linked to menopause or a deeper mental health challenge. It’s not uncommon for women in our programs to discover that their mental health struggles—like depression or heightened anxiety—are closely tied to these hormonal changes.
Menopause is a natural transition in a woman’s life between 45 and 55. It marks the end of menstruation and is diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a period. Perimenopause, or the “menopausal transition,” occurs in the years leading up to menopause when hormone levels begin to fluctuate.
Many women experience a combination of physical, emotional, and mental health challenges during menopause and perimenopause, including:
For some women, these symptoms are manageable, but for others, they can significantly disrupt their quality of life. In many cases, the emotional and mental health challenges are overlooked or misdiagnosed, leading to unnecessary suffering.
Hormonal imbalances are a leading cause of the emotional and physical changes associated with menopause and perimenopause. At Monima Wellness, we conduct extensive lab work and blood panels for all clients as part of our assessment process. This includes testing hormone levels such as:
Sometimes, women in San Diego come to us for mental health treatment and discover through our testing that their symptoms—such as depression, anxiety, fatigue, and brain fog—are related to hormonal imbalances caused by menopause or perimenopause. By pinpointing the root causes of these challenges, our team can develop targeted treatment plans that address both mental health symptoms and hormonal imbalances.
Contact us today at 858-500-1542 to begin crafting your path to recovery.
Navigating menopause can feel overwhelming, especially when symptoms affect mental health and daily life. We understand that this transitional phase is more than just hormonal changes—it’s an experience that impacts the mind and body.
At Monima Wellness, our psychiatrist is dual-board-certified in psychiatry and endocrinology. This dual expertise allows us to bridge the gap between mental health and hormonal health, offering a truly integrated approach to menopause treatment in San Diego. Whether a client is struggling with depression, anxiety, or emotional instability, our team understands how hormonal shifts can impact overall mental well-being.
Our approach to menopause treatment in San Diego includes a combination of evidence-based therapies and holistic practices tailored to the needs of women experiencing hormonal changes. These therapies include:
We also incorporate complementary therapies like trauma-informed yoga, acupuncture, reiki, meditation, and other alternative healing practices that promote overall well-being during this transitional phase of life.
As a San Diego outpatient women’s mental health treatment center, Monima Wellness offers specialized programs that provide flexibility while maintaining the structure and support women need. Our menopause and perimenopause treatment is integrated into our:
A highly structured program that provides intensive daily support during daytime hours while allowing clients to return home in the evening.
A step-down level of care that offers more flexibility, making it ideal for women who need ongoing support while managing work, family, or other responsibilities.
Offered exclusively as a step-down option for women transitioning from PHP or IOP, OP provides continued care focusing on maintaining progress and long-term wellness.
For far too long, the mental health challenges associated with menopause and perimenopause have been minimized or misunderstood. At Monima Wellness, we believe that every woman’s experience is valid, and we are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where clients can heal.
Many women experiencing menopause and perimenopause also struggle with co-occurring mental health conditions such as:
Our team at Monima Wellness is trained to identify and treat these conditions in conjunction with menopause and perimenopause symptoms. By addressing the whole person—mind and body—we help women find lasting relief and improved quality of life.
Monima Wellness is more than a treatment center—we are a community of women supporting women. Our compassionate, experienced team is dedicated to helping you navigate menopause and perimenopause with confidence and clarity. Here’s what sets us apart:
At Monima Wellness, we don’t just treat symptoms—we treat the whole person.
If you are experiencing symptoms of menopause or perimenopause and need support, Monima Wellness is here to help. Our team of specialists is ready to guide you through this transition with understanding, care, and expertise.
Discover how our comprehensive approach to menopause treatment in San Diego can help you reclaim your life and well-being.
Contact Monima Wellness today to learn more about our programs or schedule an assessment.
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