There is a growing body of evidence showing a strong connection between Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD). Though they are distinct conditions, they often co-occur—creating a painful feedback loop that can deeply affect emotional wellbeing, relationships, and daily life.

This article explores how PMDD and C-PTSD interact, why trauma makes the menstrual cycle more difficult to manage, and what treatment options may help.

Benefits of remote therapy

Why would I see a psychologist when I can just talk to my friends?

Sleep problems plague many of us, and a linked to a range of physical and psychological health conditions. For example, the criteria for depression includes sleeping too much (hypersomnia) or not getting enough sleep (insomnia). So, how do we work with this common issue? Let’s start by looking at what sleep is, and why we need it.

I am currently (2023) working toward Accreditation as an EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner for Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy!