Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
PMDD is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) that can cause intense mood swings, depression, irritability, anxiety, and physical discomfort in the weeks leading up to menstruation. These symptoms often disrupt daily life, relationships, and emotional well-being. Therapy for PMDD can help individuals better understand their symptoms, develop coping strategies, and create supportive routines to manage emotional and psychological challenges. If premenstrual symptoms are significantly impacting your life, working with a therapist who understands PMDD can provide valuable support and relief.
Local experts in Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Danielle Morgan (She/her)
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
PMHNP-BC
I specialize in treating Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), understanding how its severe symptoms and hormonal shifts can create a sense of chaos and loss of control. PMDD is more than just PMS—it can deeply impact mood, energy, and daily life. I use a combination of medication management and supportive therapy to help regulate these shifts, providing relief and stability so patients can regain control and feel like themselves again.
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Bex Mertulien (They/Them)
Professional Counselor Associate
Registered Associate R7909
I have worked with a number of clients with PMDD. I often notice the intersection between neurodivergence and PMDD. Together we work to strategize how to address, treat, and provide relief for PMDD. My job is to help you recognize the wisdom of your body and learn about the hormonal, neurochemical, social and experiential factors that are contributing to symptoms during the cycle so we can devise plans to reduce spikes in mood and honor your body's need for wellbeing.
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Emma Stern-Fleege (she/her/hers)
Licensed Professional Counselor
C7542
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a challenging condition that affects some individuals in the days leading up to their periods. It goes beyond typical PMS causing intense and sometimes immobilizing symptoms like anxiety, depression, irritability, mood swings, rumination, concentration challenges, negative self-talk, insomnia, and, in severe cases, suicidal thoughts. With greater awareness and the use of distress tolerance practices, PMDD can become more manageable and less overwhelming.
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Kalesha Jones (she/her)
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
PMHNP
Our providers at Well Coast Medical recognize that women have unique needs and challenges throughout their life, and mental wellness is not "one size fits all." We strive to provide a safe and collaborate space to explore those issues and provide individualized treatment which meets women's unique needs, and which evolves with them through their lifespan and changing needs.
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Rebecca Hargraves (she/they)
Student Counselor
PMDD shows up more with neurodivergent folks, and is also a misunderstood and serious condition. We can track your cycle and depressive symptoms and find ways to manage those symptoms. PMDD can be misdiagnosed for other fluctuating depressive disorders but is specific to hormone cycles and also often to neurodivergence.
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