About Henriette O’Bryan
Menopause-Informed Counsellor
Menopause counselling for anxiety, low mood, overwhelm and hot flush support
My name is Henriette O’Bryan, and I’m a qualified menopause-informed counsellor specialising in anxiety, low mood, overwhelm, sleep disruption and hot flush support for women in midlife.
I am based near Bridgwater in Somerset, UK and offer online menopause counselling to women across the UK. Limited in-person appointments may be available locally by arrangement, but most sessions take place online, making support accessible without travel.
My experience of menopause and interest in menopause mental health
Having navigated my own experience of menopause symptoms — including hot flushes, night sweats, brain fog, stress, and anxiety — I understand how disruptive and unsettling this stage of life can feel.
Like many women, I found that support for the emotional and psychological impact of menopause was limited. This led me to deepen my understanding of menopause mental health — not only for myself, but so I could better support the women I work with.
My approach to menopause counselling support
I use a whole-person approach that looks at:
- your thoughts and emotional responses
- your nervous system and stress levels
- your daily patterns, habits, and lifestyle
This means we are not just focusing on one aspect — but understanding how everything is working together. The aim is not simply to help you cope, but to help you feel:
- more mentally clear
- more emotionally steady
- more in control of your body and responses
I aim to offer a calm, practical, and compassionate space where you can begin to understand what’s happening — and find ways to feel more steady and in control again.
Professional training and credentials
I am an Accredited Professional Member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) with training in counselling, CBT, hypnotherapy, and menopause-informed approaches.
My work is supported by ongoing professional development to ensure it reflects current, evidence-based practice.
- Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
- Person-Centred Experiential Counsellor for Depression (PCE CfD)
- Menopause-informed CBT (EMBERS® model)
- Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Clinical Hypnotherapist
You can view my full professional background on LinkedIn.
Specialist menopause training
To support women experiencing menopause-related anxiety, overwhelm, and physical symptoms, I have completed specialist training in menopause-informed approaches, including:
- British Menopause Society (BMS) training in CBT-based support for hot flushes and night sweats
- EMBERS® Menopause-Informed CBT Model (trained by Simona Stokes, Menopause CBT Clinic®)
- Menopause Relief Programme (MRP) Practitioner (trained by Helen Breward)
Menopause Relief Programme (MRP) Practitioner
Trained by Helen Breward, International Menopause Coach and Hypnotherapist.
British Menopause Society (BMS) CPD Training
Trained by British Menopause Society (BMS) to facilitate online or in-person groups to develop self-help strategies based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) principles for the management of hot flushes and night sweats.
EMBERS® Menopause CBT Clinic Trained
Trained by Simona Stokes, Menopause Counselling Psychologist and founder of Menopause CBT Clinic
How menopause counselling can support you
If you’re looking for menopause counselling support, you may already be noticing increased anxiety, disrupted sleep, or finding it harder to cope than you used to.
You might still be managing your responsibilities day to day, but inside you may feel more anxious, more overwhelmed, more easily unsettled, or less like yourself.
This is something many women experience during perimenopause and menopause — and it can feel confusing, especially when it seems to happen so suddenly, or when HRT isn’t something you can or want to use.
Ways to work with me
Through menopause counselling, I support women who are:
- experiencing menopause anxiety and overwhelm
- struggling with hot flushes, night sweats, or sleep disruption
- noticing a loss of confidence or emotional resilience
- finding that anxiety, sleep disruption, or physical symptoms are starting to affect how you cope day to day
- looking for support that doesn’t rely on HRT
Support is available online across the UK:
I also share practical support through short videos and guided resources.
A gentle next step
If you’re feeling unsure where to start, that’s completely understandable.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
You can explore the different support options available, or book a consultation when you feel ready.
Need a little more support?
You don’t have to work through menopause on your own.
You can explore support in a way that feels right for you:
- Explore support options – if you’re not sure where to start, you can view free resources, self-help options and ways to work with me here.
- Watch or listen on YouTube – for calming menopause support, reflections and practical ideas. You can watch videos on YouTube here.
- Work with me 1:1 – if menopause is affecting your mood, confidence, sleep or sense of self, you can book a convenient appointment here to work with me 1:1.
- Looking for natural ways to manage menopause mental health symptoms? – if you’re struggling with hot flushes, night sweats or stress — or you’d prefer to manage menopause symptoms naturally without HRT — you can explore my self-help course for hot flushes here.