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Logo for Period Psychiatry. Mental health care for menstrual cycle symptoms, PMS, and PMDD.

Menstruation can bring more than cramps—it can affect mood, energy, focus, and emotional well-being. Whether it’s PMS, PMDD, or trauma tied to your cycle, your experience is valid. We offer compassionate, evidence-based support to help you understand what you’re feeling and find relief.

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“I dread my period—not because of the pain, but because of the emotional spiral that comes with it.”
“I’ve missed work and social events because I feel too drained and anxious to show up.”
“I feel dismissed when I talk about period-related anxiety—like it’s just supposed to be a normal part of life.”
“I feel fine most of the month, and then suddenly I’m irritable, hopeless, and overwhelmed.”
Let’s talk about the mental load of the menstrual cycle
Your distress is not "in your head"—it's in your body, your hormones, and your lived experience. With the right care, you can feel understood, stabilized, and empowered.​​
Around 90% report
some emotional or physical symptoms before their period.
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For some, the emotional effects of the menstrual cycle are more than just PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome).
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5–8% are affected by
PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)
If your symptoms are debilitating, cyclical, and linked to mood swings, depression, or anxiety, you may have PMDD—a condition caused by hormonal sensitivity.
If you have an underlying mood disorder, you may notice that symptoms worsen premenstrually, a phenomenon called menstrual magnification.

Cyclical, But Not Normal

Just because it happens monthly doesn’t mean it’s normal. When emotional distress disrupts your life, it deserves real attention. PMDD and other menstrual-linked issues are often overlooked—you deserve care that sees the full picture and treats the root cause.

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Understanding Your Rhythm

Tracking your emotional cycle—through apps, journaling, or observation—can offer powerful insight. We’ll help you spot patterns and create a care plan tailored to your needs.

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Compassion
Over Shame

Period-related mood shifts are real, yet often dismissed. We offer a safe space where you’re heard—no minimizing, no apologies.

Hidden Signs

Period-related distress isn’t always obvious—it can show up as brain fog, burnout, or withdrawal. We help you spot the patterns, trust your experience, and get support—even if it doesn’t look textbook.

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Reclaiming the Month

When your cycle splits life into “good days” and “bad weeks,” it’s time for support. You deserve care and stability every day—we’re here to help you find it.

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Your emotional well-being matters every day of the month. We offer compassionate, cycle-informed care to help you understand your symptoms, find relief, and feel more in control throughout your cycle.

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OBGYN Psychiatry. Reproductive and perinatal mental health for women

Contact

206-207-7547

206-339-1448 fax

If you are experiencing a psychiatric or mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. 

OBGYN Psychiatry does not provide crisis services or 24/7 on-call coverage.

This policy ensures that you receive immediate and appropriate care in urgent situations.
Postpartum Support International logo – mental health resources for parents

​Offers guidance and hope to individuals and families affected by maternal mental health conditions.

 

Call 800-944-4773

Text 503-894-9453

Free support groups.

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National Maternal Mental Health Hotline logo – HRSA support line for maternal mental health

Confidential support

Resources

Interventions

Available 24/7

Call or text

833-TLC-MAMA

833-852-6262

https://mchb.hrsa.gov/programs-impact/national-maternal-mental-health-hotline

​​Talk to Someone You Trust

If you or someone you know is experiencing postpartum depression or another maternal mental health condition, remember that you are not alone.

 

Support is available, and recovery is possible. Reach out to a trusted friend, partner, family member, or healthcare provider for help.

24/7
Crisis Support

If you are facing an emergency, please visit your nearest emergency room or call for immediate assistance.

 

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Dial 988 for free and confidential support.

 

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741 for immediate support from a trained counselor, available anytime.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Call 1-800-273-8255 or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org

If needed: Please use these resources for help before we connect:

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