Navigating the Pause:
A Field Guide for Therapists Supporting Women on the (Peri)Menopause Transition
Presented by: Amber Johnson, MA, LPCC
Hosted via Zoom
3 CEs approved by NBCC
(Peri)menopause is a universal and inevitable midlife experience for women. This training offers a sensible, kind and well rounded approach to supporting your clients through the (peri)menopause journey. Together, we'll explore how perimenopause changes women’s bodies (physical, mental and emotional) and most importantly, you'll learn practical skills and tools to confidently support your clients as they navigate through the changes. Building on its 2026 Annual Conference presentation, this expanded training provides deeper exploration and practical application for counselors at all levels.
Cost for CEs
Members: $48 | Non-members: $80
Register by: January 21, 2027 or before sales reach capacity
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
1. Participant will be able to identify the major changes and symptoms that can happen during (peri)menopause.
2. Participant will be able to identify lifestyle changes that can mitigate (peri)menopause symptoms.
3. Participants will analyze the impact of (peri)menopause on physical, mental and emotional health of their mid-life, female clients and evaluate how their practice can better serve this population.
About the Presenter
Amber Johnson is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in trauma and the (peri)menopause transition. With over 13 years of experience, she holds certifications as a Clinical Trauma Professional and Menopause Coach, dedicating her practice to supporting women healing from trauma and/or navigating the (peri)menopause journey.
As the founder of Santa Fe Art Therapy & Counseling, Amber employs a holistic approach that integrates traditional talk therapy, EMDR, body-centered mindfulness, and art therapy. A passionate advocate for women’s health care, she recently presented at the 2026 New Mexico Counseling Association Annual Conference at the University of New Mexico.
Known for grounding evidence-based practices in experiential, compassionate care, Amber combines her extensive experience with a deep commitment to educating mental health therapists about the impact of (peri)menopause on mental health.
