Jessika Fruchter, LMFT

10/21/2026

Things that once rolled off your back now make you furious. You're snapping at your partner, feeling irritated with coworkers, and can’t quite pin point why.

If you're in your in midlife, perimenopause may be playing a role. But there's often more to the story than just the hormonal fluctuations at hand. In this post, let’s talk about the anger and irritability that commonly surface in perimenopause and how to work with it.

Anger, irritability and rage are common emotions experienced in perimenopause. Learn more about why we experience these hot emotions and how to work with them.

10/15/2026

You have so much you want to do - so many interests, ideas and responsibilities, but inevitably life gets life-y and you get pulled off track. In this piece I talk about my favorite practice for when we lose momentum and our inner critic takes hold. Spoiler: we're talking creativity and inner wisdom, not to-do lists :-)

How can you get back on track when you've lost momentum and your inner critic has taken hold? Jessika Fruchter LMFT explores how women can access their own inner wisdom through writing and be prepared for when life gets life-y and we get pulled of course.

10/02/2026

ADHD is a particular way of being in the world, and the same brain that creates challenges can also bring some pretty remarkable qualities.

This matters especially for women who are diagnosed with ADHD later in life. Many have spent decades interpreting their differences as personal shortcomings.

Understanding the strengths associated with ADHD can be part of developing a more complete and compassionate picture of yourself. Check out the full post here 💛🧡❤️

We spend much time talking about the downside of ADHD, but what about the gifts? This article explores not only the challenges, but how women with ADHD can elevate their gifts.

09/24/2026

If you’re tuned into the midlife corner of the internet, you know the space has gotten noisy AF.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is being talked about and then talked about some more, often touted as a panacea for the perimenopause and midlife transition.

In some ways, the former is huge progress and falls into the category of it’s about time. For much too long, HRT had been villainized, leaving women with little to no treatment options for difficult symptoms of vacillating, chaotic estrogen and progesterone levels in perimenopause.

But the current conversation is lacking nuance about HRT and neglects completely a very important part of midlife – the felt experience ...

Learn about the role of HRT and therapy in supporting perimenopause and midlife mental health.

09/09/2026

Blog post written by expert Jessika Fruchter, LMFT, about integrating spirituality and spiritual practices into psychotherapy. Also addresses the dangers of spiritual bypassing and cultural appropriation.

09/09/2026

As a therapist who specializes in working with midlife women, I hear time and time again questions of spirituality and belief systems parallel questions about identity, purpose and creating a meaningful life.

That’s not by accident. At this stage in life, at this period in history, women are seeking more depth in the way they understand themselves and their place in the world. Spiritually-integrated therapy is a way to explore that level of seeking.

Blog post written by expert Jessika Fruchter, LMFT, about integrating spirituality and spiritual practices into psychotherapy. Also addresses the dangers of spiritual bypassing and cultural appropriation.

09/04/2026

Hey all - for anyone navigating perimenopause, I'm collaborating with hormone specialist, Dr. Mondona Goodwin next month to give a 90-minute talk on physical and mental wellness during perimenopause.
We’ll be talking about what’s actually happening in the body and brain during this transition, how hormonal changes can affect mood and mental health, and ways to support yourself (or your clients) through it all.
There will also be plenty of time for questions and conversation.
Would love to have you join us! You can find all the details and register at the link below.

Join us for a supportive conversation about perimenopause. We'll talk hormones, mental health, & common changes. Bring your questions!

09/04/2026

I hear time and time again questions of spirituality and belief systems parallel questions about identity, purpose and creating a meaningful life. That’s not by accident.

At this stage in life, at this period in history, women are seeking more depth in the way they understand themselves and their place in the world. Spiritually-integrated therapy is a way to explore that level of seeking.

Blog post written by expert Jessika Fruchter, LMFT, about integrating spirituality and spiritual practices into psychotherapy. Also addresses the dangers of spiritual bypassing and cultural appropriation.

09/03/2026

Hey everyone - This month I talked to Livelong Media about an issue near and dear to my heart. We get into health anxiety, wellness culture and midlife here. And talk about navigating the anxiety, setting limits at the doctor's office and finding the right providers. Check it out.

A therapist explains why so many women wait to feel "ready" before seeing a doctor, and the permission slip that can break the cycle.

08/28/2026

Of all the concerns my clients come to session with, identity and self-worth concerns amongst midlife women must be one of the most common. So let’s talk about how we can approach identity shifts in midlife with curiosity and compassion and maybe a little excitement, and keep the overwhelm at bay.

Article explores the questions of identity and self-worth that often arise during the middle years and how we can begin exploring with ease. Article is written by midlife psychology expert, Jessika Fruchter, LMFT - based in Oakland California.