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Menopause support group

Menopause support group

A therapist-led online space for women in perimenopause or menopause to talk openly about emotional, physical, and identity changes during this transition. The group helps you process mood shifts, health challenges, and fears around aging while finding strength, meaning, and connection with others walking a similar path.

Start Date: Within next 3 months

4 Zoom sessions | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Support Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by Clinical Psychologist

Rs. 3,000.00
Rs. 3,000.00
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Who is the Group for?

  • Women in Perimenopause or Menopause

    For women typically in their 40s or 50s experiencing physical, emotional, or relational changes connected to perimenopause or menopause.

  • Those Facing Health and Body Changes

    If you’re navigating symptoms like sleep issues, hot flashes, fatigue, or hormonal shifts — or feeling anxious about your body and health.

  • Women Reflecting on Identity, Aging, and Self-Worth

    For those thinking deeply about who they are now, what’s next, and how to find meaning and confidence in this phase of life.

  • Those Seeking Support and Connection

    Even if you don’t have major symptoms, but want to talk openly, learn coping tools, and connect with others who understand, this space is for you.

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Goals of the Group

• Understand how hormonal, emotional, and physical changes intersect during menopause.
• Learn coping tools for managing anxiety, low mood, and irritability.
• Build strategies to deal with sleep issues, fatigue, and brain fog.
• Reflect on body changes, health concerns, and self-care practices.
• Explore identity, self-worth, and shifting roles in midlife.
• Discuss fears and thoughts around aging, mortality, and purpose.
• Develop emotional regulation, resilience, and self-compassion.
• Connect with others and reduce the isolation often felt during this stage.

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1: Understanding the Emotional Landscape of Menopause

Themes Covered:
Emotional volatility & mood swings
Anxiety, panic, and overwhelm
Brain fog & emotional impact

Goals:
Normalize emotional changes as part of the menopausal transition
Offer grounding tools for regulating mood and anxiety
Encourage sharing to reduce isolation and shame

Session 2: Identity, Self-Worth & the Inner Critic

Themes Covered:
Loss of identity or direction
Low self-esteem & self-worth
Cognitive self-doubt

Goals:
Explore how menopause affects self-concept and internal dialogue
Foster self-compassion and self-awareness
Share experiences around changing roles and expectations

Session 3: Grief, Letting Go & Making Meaning

Themes Covered:
Grief and sadness
Fear of aging and mortality
Relationship strain due to emotional shifts

Goals:
Acknowledge and process the often-unspoken grief of transition
Discuss existential shifts and emotional disconnection
Explore ways to find meaning and purpose in this stage

Session 4: Reclaiming Voice, Validation & Connection

Themes Covered:
Shame, stigma, and emotional invalidation
Loneliness & the need for connection
Empowerment through shared experience

Goals:
Create space to name and release shame
Encourage open, honest dialogue about menopause in daily life
Foster community and emotional resilience

Meet your Facilitator

Dr. Shivika Dutt

• Years of Experience: 5+ years
• Groups Facilitated at SoulUp: 1
• Relevant Expertise: Women’s Mental Health, Relationship and Family Therapy, Stress and Anxiety, Eating Disorders, CBT, DBT, NLP, SFBT

Dr. Shivika Dutt is a Clinical Psychologist with experience supporting individuals and families through concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, phobias, eating disorders and relationship challenges. She is trained in CBT, DBT, NLP, Behaviour Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and applies these approaches in a holistic, tailored manner to help clients build emotional resilience and healthier coping patterns. She has worked closely with parent-child dyads, couples and intergenerational families, particularly those navigating conflict, trauma or transitions. She also works actively with students in schools and colleges, facilitating workshops on stress management, emotional coping and life skills. She holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and is currently a guest professor at a NAAC-A accredited university in Dehradun.

Her clinical interests strongly align with supporting women through complex life phases and relationship challenges. She has several years of experience working with concerns linked to hormonal changes, emotional overwhelm and identity shifts. She finds this work meaningful because understanding the intricacies of human behaviour and helping individuals recover from maladaptive patterns brings immense fulfillment. She has previously facilitated similar therapeutic spaces where participants gradually open up, feel supported and benefit from being part of a shared community. In SoulUp’s Menopause Support Group, she aims to create a safe and encouraging environment where women can talk openly, feel understood and navigate this transition with confidence and connection.

Interested in multiple groups? Access at 60% off

What you get:

  • Unlimited Support Groups – Join any eligible group throughout the year at no extra cost.
  • Exclusive Weekly Series – Join our weekly Women/Men Unfiltered sessions on relationships, career, identity, and mental health.
  • 24 Free Peer Calls – Connect one-on-one with other members for support and shared experiences.
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FAQs

What are SoulUp Groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

How is confidentiality maintained in Groups?

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. and sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom.

While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

What is SoulUp's refund policy on Groups?

1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

Can I use multiple discounts while signing up for a group?

You can use only 1 type discount while signing up for a group. Cash backs cannot be coupled with discounts either.

* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

How long has SoulUp been around?

SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

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More about Support Groups & Therapy Groups:

1. What is an online therapy or support group?

Online therapy groups or support groups are structured, therapist-led sessions where participants gather virtually to discuss and work on specific mental health or personal growth topics.

These groups offer a supportive environment and help members learn coping strategies and relevant techniques from the therapist. Participants offer each other encouragement, share advice, and provide emotional support, helping one another feel less isolated.

2. What benefits can I expect from joining an online therapy group or support group?

Participants in online therapy groups often experience improved mental health, a greater sense of connection, and enhanced coping skills. Group therapy provides structured guidance from a therapist, which can lead to valuable insights and personal growth.

3. How does online group therapy compare to one-on-one therapy?

One-on-one therapy is personalized, focusing solely on your needs, which can be ideal for in-depth, private work with a therapist.

Online group therapy, however, offers a sense of community and shared experience. In addition to learning from the therapist, members get to connect with others facing similar challenges. Group settings provide diverse perspectives and reduce isolation, which participants find valuable.

4. Are online groups effective?

Yes, studies show that online groups can be as effective as in-person groups. The online format provides convenience and accessibility while offering the same structured therapeutic benefits, especially for those who prefer the comfort of their home environment.

5. Will I have to share my personal journey in the group?

Sharing is encouraged but never forced. Participants are free to share only what they feel comfortable with, and many find that opening up gradually is natural and helpful for their own growth.

6. How do online therapy groups or support groups handle difficult emotions that arise?

The therapist leading the group is trained to manage challenging emotions. They provide tools and strategies for coping, helping participants process feelings safely.

7. Can I attend online therapy groups if I’m already in individual therapy?

Yes, many people find that group therapy superbly complements individual therapy, providing additional insights and social support, thus accelerating their healing. Also, users often join group therapy for a topic that they are not focusing on in their individual therapy sessions. Often, therapists themselves recommend their clients to group therapy for a specific area of their life.

8. How do I know if a support group is right for me?

If you’re looking for shared experiences and emotional support rather than structured therapeutic guidance, a support group may be ideal. Otherwise, consider a therapy group for a more structured approach.

You can also join more than one group if you feel it will benefit you, especially if each group focuses on a different aspect of your mental health journey.