If you're feeling stuck, experiencing burnout, or questioning your life choices, you're not alone.
Is this you?
You might be experiencing some of these changes and wondering what's behind them:
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feeling overwhelmed or stuck
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brain fog, forgetfulness or reduced focus
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exploring possible ADHD or navigating a late diagnosis
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feeling like you're not coping like you used to
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questioning your roles, identity or life direction
You Don't Need Certainty to Start
Many women delay seeking support because they are trying to understand what is wrong first. But counselling doesn't require a diagnosis or clear explanation.
If you're noticing changes in:
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focus and concentration
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memory and mental clarity
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emotional regulation
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stress tolerance
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ability to manage daily life
You may be experiencing the intersection of ADHD traits and perimenopausal hormonal change.
Make Sense of What's Happening
You might be experiencing some of these changes and wondering what's behind them:
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feeling overwhelmed or stuck
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brain fog, forgetfulness or reduced focus
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exploring possible ADHD or navigating a late diagnosis
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feeling like you're not coping like you used to
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questioning your roles, identity or life direction
Counselling can help you make sense of what is happening.
Is Counselling Right for You?
Working with me might be right for you if are:
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feeling overwhelmed or 'stuck'
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experiencing brain fog, forgetfulness, or reduced focus
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exploring possible ADHD or navigating a late diagnosis
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experiencing anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or burnout
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finding you don't cope with things the way you used to
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questioning your roles, identity, or direction
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wanting to make changes but not knowing where to start
Together, we explore your current challenges and work towards understanding what is happening and what would actually help.
What Support Feels Right for You?
There are different ways that we can work together:
Individual Counselling
If you want individual support to work through what's happening for you.
Collaborative, practical and tailored support | Ongoing, or as needed.
Midlife Reset
For more structured support to feel less overwhelmed and more in control at this stage of life.
8-session structured support | Focused on navigating midlife
ADHD & Perimenopause Women's Group
Learn and connect with other women experiencing something similar.
Learning | Connection | Group environment.
Not Sure Where to Start?
The first session is simple and pressure-free:
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There is no expectation to “perform” or explain things perfectly.
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You don't need a diagnosis
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You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
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The first step is about exploring your current concerns and discussing what kind of support would actually help.
Meet
Melissa
I'm Melissa, registered counsellor (ACA Level 2/Master of Counselling), mother, and life-long learner, based in Unley, Adelaide South Australia.
I specialise in supporting women through neurodivergence, midlife, and life transitions, with a particular focus on ADHD, perimenopause, anxiety and brain fog.
My approach focuses on helping women make sense of their experiences and create practical and sustainable ways to move towards the life they want.
Booking and Availability
Limited availability is currently open for new clients in this area of support Tuesday - Thursday in Unley SA or Online.
You do not need a diagnosis or to have everything figured out before reaching out. You just need a place to begin making sense of it.
Bookings can also be made by calling 0403 757 199.
If you have any questions, please submit the Enquiry Form below.
Important
Thinkreate is not a crisis service. In an emergency, call 000 or visit your nearest hospital emergency department.
If you have severe mental health symptoms or symptoms of depression and have thoughts of suicide, help is available.
Lifeline – Phone 13 11 14
Beyond Blue – Phone 1300 22 4636
Australian Psychological Society (Find a psychologist service) – Phone 1800 333 497
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