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If you’ve been feeling more anxious, irritable, exhausted, or unlike yourself lately, you may have wondered: “Could this be perimenopause?” Many women assume they can’t be in perimenopause if they’re still getting a monthly period. Others believe perimenopause doesn’t begin until their late 40s or early 50s. In reality, perimenopause can begin years before menopause, […]

Have you ever felt like something was off, but you couldn’t quite explain why? Maybe you’ve noticed more anxiety than usual. You’re feeling overwhelmed by things that never used to bother you. Your patience is shorter. Your sleep isn’t as restorative. You’re forgetting things, struggling to focus, or feeling exhausted no matter how much rest […]

Bringing home a new baby can come with joy, gratitude, excitement… and emotions that feel completely overwhelming all at once. Many women expect sleepless nights and exhaustion postpartum. What they don’t expect is crying over small things, feeling emotionally fragile, becoming easily overwhelmed, or wondering why they suddenly don’t feel like themselves. One of the […]

If you’re in perimenopause and suddenly feeling more anxious, more irritable, waking up in the middle of the night, struggling with brain fog, or feeling like your emotional resilience is lower than it used to be, you may be wondering if hormones are playing a role. A common question women ask is: Do I need […]

Written by Leeor Gal, LMFT Many people consider starting therapy long before they actually schedule their first appointment. They may find themselves wondering whether what they’re experiencing is “serious enough,” or whether therapy is something they should try to handle on their own. My name is Leeor Gal, and I am a licensed marriage and […]

Pregnancy and postpartum bring major changes — physically, hormonally, and mentally. For women navigating ADHD, anxiety, or both, these changes can make it harder to focus, regulate emotions, and manage daily responsibilities in ways that feel unfamiliar or overwhelming. Many women find themselves wondering: “Is this anxiety… ADHD… hormones… or all of the above?” “And […]