Women’s Mental Health and HRT

Women’s mental health is profoundly influenced by the interplay of biology, hormones, life stage, and social expectations. Across the lifespan, women experience unique physiological changes—menstrual cycles, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause—that can each affect mood, cognition, and emotional well-being. These shifts often occur alongside major life transitions such as caregiving, career demands, and evolving family or identity roles.

At Estela Psychiatry, we recognize that women’s emotional health cannot be separated from their physical and hormonal health. Our care is grounded in understanding how changes in estrogen, progesterone, and other hormones influence brain chemistry, stress response, and overall resilience. For many women, hormonal changes during perimenopause or menopause can lead to irritability, anxiety, low motivation, sleep difficulties, or a loss of sense of self. These experiences are real, valid, and treatable.

We provide comprehensive evaluation and evidence-based treatment for women navigating mood and anxiety disorders related to hormonal transitions, reproductive events, or chronic stress. When indicated, we collaborate closely with patients around Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), ensuring a safe, integrated approach that considers both mental and physical well-being.

Our goal is to help women regain clarity, balance, and vitality—not just by addressing symptoms, but by honoring the broader context of their lives. We strive to create a space where women feel understood, supported, and empowered to prioritize their mental health through every stage of life.