The Depth Psychology Perspective
From a depth psychological framework, the menstrual cycle mirrors the archetypal journey of descent and return. The luteal and menstrual phases represent a time of:
Deepened connection to the unconscious - Dreams become more vivid and revealing
Heightened intuitive capacities - Inner knowing becomes more accessible
Natural withdrawal from external demands - An invitation to turn inward
Archetypal activation of the Dark Feminine - Encountering shadow aspects with transformative potential
Dissolution of ego defenses - Greater access to authentic emotional states
Rather than pathologizing premenstrual experiences, this approach recognizes them as gateways to psychological integration and deeper self-knowledge.
The Nervous System Perspective
Your body holds profound wisdom that speaks more loudly during these cyclical shifts. During luteal and menstrual phases, you may experience:
Heightened sensory awareness - Greater sensitivity to your environment
Nervous system fluctuations - More noticeable patterns of activation and settlement
Energetic boundaries becoming more apparent - Clearer signals about your needs and limits
Increased awareness of stored emotions - The body revealing what needs attention
Natural invitation to slow down - The wisdom of rest and receptivity
These experiences are not symptoms to be managed but meaningful communications from your body's intelligence.
Program Structure
Specialized Cycle Support
This offering consists of 90-120 minute intensive sessions strategically timed to your unique cyclical rhythm:
Late Luteal Phase Session (3-5 days before menstruation)
Navigate emotional intensity with embodied awareness
Work with heightened dream material and symbolic content
Process emerging shadow material with compassionate presence
Develop nervous system regulation techniques specific to this phase
Early Menstrual Phase Session (Days 1-2 of cycle)
Access the profound intuitive clarity of this time
Release patterns and stories that are ready to be shed
Connect with deeper knowing through somatic listening
Set intentions for the upcoming cycle aligned with authentic needs
Between Sessions
Personalized tracking tools connecting psychological and somatic experiences
Specific resourcing practices tailored to your unique cycle patterns
Self-compassion rituals honoring the wisdom of your cyclic nature
The Integration of Modalities
These intensive sessions weave together depth psychology and somatic experiencing to honor the whole of your experience:
Depth Psychology Elements:
Dream amplification during heightened REM states of these phases
Shadow integration work with the inner critic that often emerges premenstrually
Archetypal exploration of your unique relationship with feminine cycles
Active imagination with emerging symbolic material
Somatic Experiencing Elements:
Tracking nervous system states as they fluctuate with hormonal changes
Titration of intense emotional experiences that arise during these phases
Pendulation between activation and resource states
Somatic resourcing specific to your body's needs during these phases
Who This Program Serves
This approach is especially valuable for high-functioning women who:
Experience heightened sensitivity and emotional depth premenstrually
Feel disconnected from the wisdom of their cycles in a productivity-focused world
Seek deeper meaning in their cyclical experiences
Desire support during times of natural vulnerability and insight
Want to transform challenging premenstrual experiences into opportunities for growth
Investment in Your Cyclical Wisdom
Individual Sessions: $375-500 per 90-120 minute intensive
Monthly Package: $650-850 for both luteal and menstrual phase sessions
Initial consultation required to determine appropriate fit for this specialized approach.