PMDD Uncovered: Understanding the Storm Within
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PMDD Uncovered: Understanding the Storm Within
If you struggle with mood swings, irritability, depression, anxiety, or physical symptoms in the lead-up to your period, you may be living with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). This often-overlooked condition can make daily life a challenge, but help is available. In this compassionate and insightful guide, Ian Stockbridge, founder of UK-based Hope Therapy & Counselling Services, explores the complexities of PMDD and provides practical, evidence-based strategies for managing the condition. Drawing from clinical expertise and lived experiences, readers are helped to understand what PMDD is, how it differs from typical PMS, and why it’s important to seek appropriate treatment and support. Inside, you’ll find: Clear explanations of PMDD’s symptoms and how they can impact emotional, physical, and mental health Practical coping mechanisms, including mindfulness, CBT, and self-monitoring techniques Tips for working with healthcare professionals to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment Personal stories of individuals living with PMDD, offering hope and inspiration A comprehensive list of resources are listed, to help guide you on your journey to better mental health. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing PMDD for years, this book will help empower you with the knowledge and tools to regain control and improve your quality of life.
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About the Author
Ian Stockbridge is the Lead Counsellor and Founder of Hope Therapy & Counselling Services, a well-respected counselling organisation providing mental health and relationship support to individuals, couples, and organisations across the UK. A Senior Accredited Member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and an Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Ian brings both clinical expertise and compassion to his work.
With a degree in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and postgraduate training in clinical supervision, Ian has also received specialist training in Person-Centred Counselling, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed practice. His integrated approach allows him to support clients through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma and emotional dysregulation, to name but a few.
Ian has been at the forefront of improving awareness and support for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), having, through his counselling practice and advocacy work, worked closely with individuals living with this condition. Ian continues to help shed light on the complex emotional and relational challenges that PMDD brings.
As a passionate believer in inclusive and accessible therapy, Ian, through his counselling practice Hope Therapy & Counselling Services, continues to promote a supportive space for all, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities. His podcast, The Talk Room, furthers his mission to normalise conversations around mental health and offer practical insights into emotional wellbeing.
This book is born from years of listening, learning, and walking alongside those impacted by PMDD, along with many other presentations which he supports UK wide through his practice. Ian’s hope is that it not only educates but empowers readers to feel heard, understood, and supported.
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