The EMBERS® Menopause-Informed CBT Model is a six-stage psychological framework which I have developed and used in my clinical practice since 2019.

This framework draws upon evidence-based principles from various psychological approaches, including elements from third-wave Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) methodologies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Emotion Efficacy Therapy (EET).

The EMBERS® Menopause-Informed framework aligns with the bio-psycho-sociocultural model, is underpinned by the principles of Lifestyle Medicine, and is informed by a neuroscientific understanding of how menopause impacts both the brain and the mind.

This model aims to target a range of psychological processes that can become imbalanced during the menopausal transition which when addressed, women will benefit from improved emotional regulation, enhanced psychological flexibility, and increased day-to-day functioning.

The EMBERS® Menopause-Informed CBT professional training programme is an intensive 6 weeks online course teaching the fundamentals of how to support women’s mental health and psychological wellbeing when they are going through the peri/menopause. This programme provides busy health professionals with a solid introduction to the field of peri/menopause and mental health with a strong focus on the application of evidence-based psychological tools. All information contained in this training package is based on the latest knowledge in the field of menopause, third wave CBT, neuroscience and behavioural science.

By completing this programme, you will know the ‘Why’, the ‘How’ and the ‘What’ of addressing psychological distress and mental health difficulties caused by the hormonal fluctuations related to the menopausal transition:

• Why should we care about the menopause and mental health?
• How is menopause affecting women’s mental health and emotional wellbeing?
• What psychological tools and strategies can we use to address the main processes that can become imbalanced during the menopause?

This training will give you access to: 

• 15 Hours of recorded lectures: Access to the six modules of pre-recorded training materials.
• PDF Slides and Materials: Access to presentation slides and other materials in PDF format.
• Essential Resources: Access to resources like the Menopause CBT Assessment form, Meno-D Perimenopause Depression Scale, Menopause Screening tool and a comprehensive list of reading materials 
• Engaging Zoom Sessions: Access to a series of 6 weekly 1.5hours Zoom sessions running on Fridays at 1pm (UK time). 
• Certificate of Completion: Gain a Certificate of Completion for 25 hours of training upon the successful completion of the open book Quiz and submission of the course feedback form.

The purpose of EMBERS® Professional Training Programme (PTP) is to equip practitioners with the knowledge and skills to apply existing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and therapeutic techniques to support women experiencing emotional difficulties related to the menopausal transition. It's important to note that completing this training does not authorise individuals to train others in this specific model. All training materials are copyrighted, and as such, alumni of this training are not licenced to use it for training other professionals. The goal is to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the training model.

Cost: £1200 

Early Bird: £1000

(when booked before 15th November 2024).