Menopause Support | Medical Herbalist | Marie Mulcahy MNIMH

Menopause Support

Clinical herbal medicine for hot flushes, sleep, mood and the menopause transition

Marie Mulcahy, BSc (Hons) Western Herbal Medicine, MNIMH — NIMH-registered Medical Herbalist. Clinics in Darwen and Clitheroe, Lancashire. Online consultations UK-wide.

Menopause — officially the point 12 months after your final period — doesn't mean symptoms stop. Hot flushes, night sweats, disrupted sleep, mood changes and joint discomfort can continue well beyond that milestone, and for many women, this stage brings its own distinct pattern of symptoms separate from perimenopause.

Whether you're using HRT, considering it, or looking for a natural approach on its own, a consultation looks at your full picture — symptoms, history, and what you actually want support with — to build a plan that fits your circumstances, not a generic protocol.

Menopause support isn't one-size-fits-all, and it isn't only about hot flushes. Sleep, mood, joint health, skin changes and long-term wellbeing are all part of the picture, and often need different support to your perimenopause years.

This may help with:

  • Hot flushes and night sweats
  • Disrupted sleep during menopause
  • Mood changes and low resilience to stress
  • Joint stiffness or discomfort
  • Vaginal dryness and related symptoms
  • Support alongside or as an alternative to HRT

Consultation Pricing

Connected Support

£120 – £170

60-minute focused consultation · Case history · Pathology review · Personalised herbal formulation

The Reclaim Method™

£1,500

3-month structured programme · Full root-cause assessment · Ongoing formulation & refinement

Frequently Asked Questions

How is menopause different from perimenopause?

Menopause is defined as the point 12 months after your final period, while perimenopause is the transition leading up to it, often lasting several years. Symptoms can continue into and beyond menopause itself, and support needs often shift as your hormone pattern changes.

Can herbal medicine help with hot flushes?

Yes. Certain herbs have a well-established history of supporting the body through vasomotor symptoms such as hot flushes and night sweats. A personalised formulation is built around your specific symptom pattern and health history.

Is herbal medicine safe alongside HRT?

In many cases, herbal medicine can be used alongside HRT to support areas such as sleep, digestion or stress resilience. I review your current treatment at consultation to ensure any herbal formulation is safe and appropriate for you.

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Written by Marie Mulcahy, BSc (Hons) Western Herbal Medicine, MNIMH — NIMH-registered Medical Herbalist (TS69F0D461A0101). This page is for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting new supplements or treatments, particularly if you are taking medication or have an existing health condition.