PMDD Therapy for Psychologists
CBT, DBT and ACT for cyclical emotion regulation
As a psychologist, you treat women struggling with intense mood swings, irritability, anxiety and negative self-image - but you notice that traditional CBT or DBT protocols don't have sufficient effect. That's because PMDD works differently: the symptoms are cyclical, biologically driven and require an adapted therapeutic approach. The PMDD Resilience Program offers evidence-based psychological tools specially designed for the cyclical nature of PMDD, so your clients can practice between sessions and apply skills at the right time in their cycle.
Impact in numbers
Common challenges in your practice
These situations probably sound familiar. The PMDD Resilience Program offers a solution.
Negative thoughts seem "real" during luteal phase
Women say: "I want a divorce", "I hate my job", "I am a bad mother". A week later they think very differently about this. Cognitive restructuring alone is insufficient.
Intense irritability and anger outbursts
Clients report that they "go from 0 to 100" and regret it afterwards. Traditional anger management doesn't work because the trigger is biological.
Relationship problems and social isolation
Partners don't understand, friends withdraw. Women isolate themselves out of shame. Communication training is essential.
Therapy dropout during luteal phase
Clients miss appointments or want to stop therapy during their worst days. This undermines treatment.
Benefits for your patients
Direct benefits for your patients and your practice
- CBT protocols adapted for PMDD: Teach clients to recognize "PMDD thoughts" and postpone major decisions during luteal phase
- DBT skills for emotion regulation: Distress tolerance, mindfulness and interpersonal effectiveness tailored to cyclical symptoms
- ACT principles: Radical acceptance of cyclical nature, defusion of PMDD thoughts, values-driven living despite symptoms
- Communication training for relationships: Scripts for partner, friends and colleagues to ask for support without shame
- Anger management: TIPP skills (Temperature, Intense exercise, Paced breathing, Progressive muscle relaxation) for acute irritability
- Self-compassion exercises: Replace self-criticism during luteal phase with self-care and understanding
- AI Companion for daily exercises: Reminder of skills at crucial moments, tracking of progress
- Relationship work with partner: Education and communication tools to involve partner in treatment
What makes the program effective?
Cycle-based CBT: Thought recording with cycle awareness, reality testing after menstruation
DBT skills modules: Emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness and interpersonal effectiveness
Schema therapy elements: Identifying early maladaptive schemas that are strengthened during PMDD
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: Psychological flexibility and values-driven behavior despite symptoms
Relationship-focused work: Couple therapy protocols for PMDD, education for partners
Mindfulness-based interventions: MBSR and MBCT adapted for cyclical symptoms
Case examples
Practice examples from our pilot
Case: 31-year-old with relationship problems
Client had fights with her partner every month during luteal phase, often about "small things". She seriously considered divorce. In therapy learned to: 1) label thoughts as "PMDD thoughts", 2) postpone major decisions, 3) inform partner about cycle. After 3 months: relationship improved, partner now understands when she needs extra support. "I now realize my marriage isn't bad, PMDD is just very convincing."
Case: 28-year-old with anger outbursts
Client yelled at her children during luteal phase and felt intensely guilty afterwards. Learned DBT skills: TIPP for acute anger (cold shower, exercise, breathing), taking time-out without guilt. AI Companion reminds her daily of skills. After 8 weeks: 80% fewer outbursts. "I can now feel when anger is coming and take time-out before I say things I don't mean."
How it works
Easy referral in 5 steps. No additional administrative burden for your practice.
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Identification: Use cycle tracking (2+ cycles) to confirm cyclical pattern and map symptoms
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Psycho-education: Explain how PMDD works biologically (allopregnanolone, GABA, serotonin) and why standard therapy must be adapted
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Treatment plan: Integrate cycle awareness into your CBT/DBT/ACT protocol, focus on emotion regulation and relationship work
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Program as supplement: Refer to PMDD Resilience Program for daily exercises, AI Companion support and community
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Evaluation per cycle: Discuss every 4 weeks what worked in the previous luteal phase and what can be improved
Start referring
Schedule a no-obligation introduction call to discuss how the program aligns with your treatment approach.