Disrupting the Stigma of Menstrual Health and Mental Health: An Empowered, Collaborative Approach to Premenstrual Disorders Online
Due to substantial stigma and historical lack of research at the intersection of mental health and menstrual health, there has been limited dialogue and significant misunderstanding of premenstrual disorders in the healthcare arena. Given the impact on daily functioning and heightened risk of suicide for those living with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, it is imperative that clinicians are equipped with up-to-date knowledge to more effectively and compassionately respond to the needs of patients with a menstrual cycle. This training provides an overview of the current premenstrual disorders landscape, with the aim of learning how to show up as a therapeutic ally to empower cyclical clients. Healthcare professionals will gain insight into the current research, assessment, and evidence based treatment protocols for premenstrual disorders. This program will integrate Cultural Humility model principles (Gottlieb, 2021; Tervalon & Murray-García, 1998) and the shared decision making considerations proposed by the International Association of Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD A Strategic Plan to Advance Patient-Centered PMDD Research, 2022) to guide practitioners in collaborating with clients amidst the overwhelm often present when navigating premenstrual disorder care. Participants will also reflect on their role in collective care and advocacy efforts, creating systemic ripples of healing that benefit individuals managing mental health difficulties associated with their menstrual cycle.
Presented by Monique Gonzalez, PsyD
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This program, when attended in its entirety, offers 2.0 CEs for Psychologists, 2.0 IL CEUs for Counselors and Social Workers, 2.0 BBS California CEUs for LPCCs, LPSWs, and LMFTs, 2.0 AASECT CEs for Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists, or 2.0 NBCC Clock Hours.
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PROGRAM PRICING:
- General Admission: $50
- Students: $25.00*
(*Please email officeofce@thechicagoschool.edu for coupon code. Code must be entered at time of checkout to receive discount.)
Refund Policy: 100% of tuition is refundable up to 48 hours before the program. Within 48 hours of the program, and at any point in Homestudy format, tuition is nonrefundable.
- Date:
- Friday, June 5, 2026
- Time:
- 10:00am - 12:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Central Time - US & Canada (change)
- Online:
- This is an online event.
- Event URL:
- https://tcsppofficeofce.com/june_5_2026-2/
- Audience:
- All Graduate Students All Students Alumni Doctoral Students Faculty Masters Students Public The Chicago School Community Undergraduate Students