PMDD Treatment in New York

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is more than “PMS.” It is a severe, cyclical mood condition that can disrupt concentration, relationships, work, and overall wellbeing. Many women feel dismissed, misunderstood, or told to “just manage it,” even when the symptoms are intense and debilitating.

If you are struggling with mood changes related to your cycle, you deserve care that takes your experience seriously.

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in women’s mental health, I provide trauma-informed evaluation and treatment for PMDD to women across New York. My approach is compassionate, validating, and grounded in an understanding of how hormones and mood interact throughout the menstrual cycle.

Common symptoms of PMDD may include:

  • Sudden mood swings or emotional sensitivity

  • Irritability, anger, or conflict with others

  • Depression, tearfulness, or feelings of hopelessness

  • Anxiety, restlessness, or overwhelming worry

  • Difficulty concentrating or feeling “foggy”

  • Fatigue or low energy

  • Sleep disturbances

  • Physical symptoms such as breast tenderness or bloating

  • A sense of being unlike yourself during the premenstrual phase

These symptoms are real, valid, and treatable.

During our sessions, we take time to understand your full cycle pattern, medical history, and treatment experiences. Together, we discuss evidence-based options including lifestyle supports, SSRIs or SNRIs, luteal-phase dosing, or other targeted approaches and create a plan tailored to your body and your goals.

My treatment philosophy centers on:

  • Collaboration and clarity

  • Validation and emotional safety

  • Medication management when appropriate

  • Respect for your hormonal rhythm and lived experience

  • A gentle, supportive approach that honors your needs

PMDD does not have to dictate how you feel each month. With the right support, many women experience significant relief and greater stability.

If you are seeking PMDD treatment in New York, you can schedule a consultation or contact me through the website to begin.

Because PMDD and anxiety often overlap, you may also find my Anxiety Treatment for Women page helpful.

If you’re exploring medication options, visit the Medication Management page.