Become the Go-To Expert in Menopause-Informed Psychological Care with EMBERS® Professional Training Programme
Most clinicians were never trained to recognise the powerful link between the sex hormones and mental health. The EMBERS® Professional Training Programme - the UK’s only CPD-accredited training dedicated to menopause and mental health - equips you with the knowledge, tools and confidence to support women through menopause using evidence-based approaches that makes a real difference.
Starting on 15th October 2025
Are you a psychologist, CBT Practitioner, mental health professional, coach or other health professional working with women that are navigating the menopause transition?
- During all your years of clinical training, has anyone ever told you about the link between sex hormones and mental health?
- Were you taught about the impact of peri/menopause on mental health and its implications for women’s day-to-day functioning?
- Do you know how to assess, formulate, and adapt your therapeutic skills to effectively support women going through menopause?
If you answered “no” to any of the above, you may be missing vital aspects of women’s emotional struggles during menopause and your interventions may not be as effective as they could be.
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But what if there was a framework that could change all that? A system that would radically improve your confidence, your skillset, and your outcomes with clients?
That’s exactly what EMBERS® Menopause CBT Framework delivers.
I’m Simona Stokes, a Counselling Psychologist with 25+ years’ experience in mental health and founder of the Menopause CBT Clinic®.
My own menopause journey was a turning point. I realised traditional therapy approaches weren’t enough as women going through this hormonal transition needed something different, something tailored to their lived experience.
That’s why I developed the EMBERS® Menopause CBT Framework and coined the term Menopause-Informed Psychological Care.
EMBERS® brings together CBT, neuroscience, behavioural science, positive psychology, and lifestyle medicine to address the unique challenges of menopause.
Since then:
- EMBERS® has been refined into a practical, step-by-step system that bridges CBT, neuroscience, and lifestyle medicine.
- I’ve supported hundreds of women through emotional difficulties like anxiety, low mood, and overwhelm caused by the menopausal transition.
- I’ve trained clinicians across the UK, Europe, North America, and Australia.
- Professionals who’ve trained with me are already applying it in clinical work and seeing powerful results.
EMBERS® Menopause-Informed CBT Model is a non-hormonal, six-stage psychological framework which informs the delivery of a psychological treatment for women experiencing emotional difficulties caused by the menopausal transition. The name EMBERS® is an acronym for 6 areas that when addressed, women can start regaining their emotional wellbeing and enjoy a more fulfilled life.
The foundation of the EMBERS® model rests upon a comprehensive framework that incorporates evidence-based principles from third wave CBT approaches and behavioural science. The model is underpinned by a bio-psycho-sociocultural understanding of human functioning and a neuroscientific comprehension of how menopause impacts on women’s brain and their mind.
EMBERS® endeavours to address the three dimensions of human functioning: body, mind and the relationship with ourselves, others and the world. Its objective is to assist women to learn strategies to restore balance within the body and mind, while addressing challenges related to self-identity during the peri/menopausal period.
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How can EMBERS® help my practice?
Right now, many women struggling with the emotional difficulties caused by the menopausal transition are let down by the health system. They are told “it’s just stress,” offered generic therapy, or left feeling misunderstood.
But when you integrate EMBERS® into your practice, you:
- Offer life-changing support that makes a difference and resonates.
- Deliver better outcomes for the women going through the peri/menopause
- Improve your reputation and your professional satisfaction.
- Position yourself as a specialist in a field with rising demand.
This isn’t just about adding a skill. It’s about stepping into a role where you can change women’s lives and transform your own practice.
For health professionals who want to adopt the EMBERS® Menopause-Informed CBT Model in their clinical practice, we are offering a Certification Training Pathway.
Learn More - EMBERS® Certification Pathway
Core Training Content
- 6 in-depth modules (16+ hours of pre-recorded lessons) so you can build a comprehensive understanding of menopause-informed psychological care step by step.
- Downloadable slides and course materials to keep forever. so you can follow along easily and keep the resources to reference whenever you need them.
Essential Clinical Resources
- CBT Assessment for Menopause; Perimenopause Depression Scale (Meno-D), Menopause Screening Tool so you can confidently assess and structure your work with clients.
- Recommended reading list to deepen your expertise so you can expand your knowledge and deepen your expertise.
Interactive Learning
- 6 weekly live Zoom sessions (90 minutes each) so you can reflect, ask questions, and connect the training to your real clinical practice.
- Case study applications to connect theory with practice so you can see exactly how to translate theory into effective interventions
- Access to all recordings if you can’t attend live so you never miss a session
Recognition & Progression
- Certificate of Completion (30 CPD hours) so you can evidence your professional development.
- Clear pathway to full EMBERS® Certification so you can take your expertise to the next level if you choose.
Personal & Professional Growth
- Practical tools to integrate menopause-informed care immediately so you can better meet the needs of your midlife clients.
- A proven framework to help you stand out as a specialist so you can stand out as a specialist in a growing field.
- Confidence to address an unmet need in women’s mental health so you can make a genuine difference in women’s lives and increase your professional job satisfaction.
Now, I'm bringing that knowledge to you. Don't let another woman face these challenges alone. Equip yourself with the tools to make a real difference. Join me on this journey
PLUS! Bonuses:
Join within the next 24 hours and get these exclusive bonuses included for free:
- Expert Sessions - Two exclusive recordings:
Dr J. Boden (Menopause Specialist) on HRT & menopause
Dr C. Marriott (Consultant Psychiatrist & Lifestyle Medicine Physician) on lifestyle medicine approaches - Lifetime Access - Every module, slide, and resource is yours to keep forever. Revisit the training anytime, at your own pace, with no limits or expiry.
- Professional Community - Exclusive access to the EMBERS® Professionals Hub, where you can connect with like-minded clinicians worldwide, share insights, and get peer support.
- Future Updates & Live Cohort Access - Receive new resources, tools, and updates as they’re released, plus the chance to join live sessions with future cohorts – at no extra cost.
Together, these bonuses are worth more than the cost of the entire programme – but they’re all yours when you join today.
The programme is structured around six modules and the themes covered are:
Module 1:
- Understanding Menopause: Impact on Mental Health
- Decoding Menopause: Understanding Severity Factors
Module 2:
- Effective Strategies for Symptom Management: What can we do?
- Menopause-Informed CBT assessment
Module 3:
- The ‘Body’ – The ‘E’ in EMBERS®
- E: Essentials: how to rebalance the body (Restore Mode)
- E: Essentials: how to rebalance the body (Restore Mode)
Module 4:
- The ‘Mind’ - The ‘M’+’B’+’E’ in EMBERS®
- M: Mind and Mindset - Transforming Negative Cognitions During Menopause
- B: Becoming - Empowering Women to Find Purpose in Transition
- E: Emotional Fitness - Befriending All Emotions During Menopause
Module 5:
- The ‘Environment’ – The ‘R’+’S’ in EMBERS®
- R: Relationships - Nurturing Relationships, Intimacy, and Sexuality
- S: Shape-Up - Fostering Lasting Behavioural Change
Module 6:
- Bringing it all together - Clinical Applications, Case Studies and Next Steps
All modules include reflective exercises to support your thinking about how to integrate this learning and use it in your clinical practice.
If you want to stand out as a specialist in menopause-informed care and gain the tools, resources, and confidence to transform the way you support women, then you have to take action.
Think about how your professional life will look in six weeks’ time if you commit to this step and how different it will feel to finally have the tools and confidence to address an unmet need in women’s mental health..
Here’s What to Do Now
- Click the button below.
- Choose your payment option.
- Get instant access to Module 1 and the EMBERS® Professionals Hub.
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If you are saying yes to all the points below, then this programme could be for you:
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are you a mental health professional working with women age 40+?
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are you looking to learn evidence-based psychological tools to help women deal with the emotional, psychological and mental health signs of peri/menopause?
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are you familiar with the basic principles of CBT?
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are you seeking CPD accredited training in Menopause-Informed Psychological Care?
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are you willing to participate in small group discussions to reflect on the learning points presented in each module?
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are you able to access Zoom and use it effectively?
This training programme is not designed to teach basic CBT theory and skills as it is assumed that participants already have an understanding of the principles of CBT and its application to clinical practice.
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"I found the EMBERS® PTP to be an excellent course - the training was well-structured and comprehensive for an introductory training on the menopause and mental health topic."
Lila - Psychotherapist (Canada)
I can only describe Simona’s EMBERS® Programme as life changing as I came to her at such a low point due to the impact that perimenopause had on my mental health. The positive impact of our sessions has been incredible offering tools and strategies that have allowed me to move past, what has been, one of the worst time in my life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Zoom sessions - Times and Attendance
Can I train others in EMBERS® model once I've complete the Professional Training Programme?
Will I get a qualification in CBT?
Will I get a Certificate of Completion?
Can I get a refund?
In this training you will have access to:
- Over 18 Hours of Recordings: Gain access to the complete set of training recordings.
- PDF Slides and Materials: Alongside the recordings, you'll receive access to all presentation slides and materials in PDF format. This makes it easy for you to review and refer back to key points whenever you need them.
- Essential Resources: As part of this training package, you'll receive invaluable resources like the CBT assessment for Menopause form, Perimenopause Depression Scale Meno-D, Screening tool for menopause, and a comprehensive list of recommended reading materials.
- Engaging Zoom Sessions: You’ll have access to a series of 6 weekly 1.5hours Zoom sessions running on Wednesdays at 9.30am (UK time). These sessions will be an opportunity to reflect on each module of the recorded material, encouraging interactive exchanges, group discussions and addressing any queries you may have. Every session will be recorded, granting you the flexibility to review them at your convenience should you not be able to attend the live sessions.
- Certificate of Completion: To earn your CPD-accredited Certificate of Completion for 30 hours of training, you must achieve a minimum score of 70% on the open-book quiz and submit the course feedback form.
The purpose of EMBERS® Professional Training Programme (PTP) is to equip practitioners with the knowledge and skills to apply existing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and other therapeutic strategies to support women experiencing emotional difficulties related to the menopausal transition.
It's important to note that completing this training does not authorise individuals to train others in this specific model.
All training materials are copyrighted, and as such, alumni of this training are not licenced to use it for training other professionals. The goal is to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the training model.
PLUS! Bonuses:
- Bonus 1: a recorded presentations on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) by Dr Jacqueline Boden, a respected GP with expertise in menopause.
- Bonus 2: a recorded presentation on ‘How Lifestyle Medicine approaches can support a healthy menopause’ by Dr Charlotte Marriott, a Consultant Psychiatrist specialised in Lifestyle Medicine.
If you want to stand out as a specialist in menopause-informed care and gain the tools, resources, and confidence to transform the way you support women, then you have to take action.
Think about how your professional life will look in six weeks’ time if you commit to this step and how different it will feel to finally have the tools and confidence to address an unmet need in women’s mental health..
Here’s What to Do Now
- Click the button below.
- Choose your payment option.
- Get instant access to Module 1 and the EMBERS® Professionals Hub.
Secure your place on the EMBERS® course now!
The live Zoom sessions for the upcoming EMBERS® Professional Training Programme (PTP) start on 4th June 2025. Access to Module 1 of the pre-recorded materials will be available from 21st May, with a new module released each week, allowing you to get a two-week head start before the live sessions begin. Every Wednesday at 9.30am (BST), for six consecutive weeks, a live Zoom session will be held to reflect on and discuss the clinical implications of each module from the pre-recorded training.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to start your learning journey with this CPD Accredited training program. Limited places available.
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