Therapy for Women in the Throes of Midlife
& are ready for a plot twist.
Online in Oakland and throughout the State of California
Supporting Women through the Emotional, Physical & Spiritual Transitions of Midlife - Oakland California
I see you out there. You've worked hard to build a good life. You checked the boxes, met the expectations, and did everything you were supposed to do. Yet somehow, this midlife chapter isn't what you imagined. Not even close.
Most of the time you feel edgy, anxious, and like your mind is in a million places at once. You feel both tired and wired.
These days you don't recognize yourself, caught between the hormonal changes of (perimenopause (or menopause) and the stress of midlife. But you’re also not quite sure who you’re becoming. Not yet, anyway. As unsettling as it feels, you're right on time.
Maybe you're asking yourself big questions.
What's my purpose?
Maybe you're considering a career change. Maybe you simply want to feel like yourself again. Or maybe you want…a whole new life.
You're not sure.
Right now there are more questions than answers, and the overwhelm can feel paralyzing.
Meanwhile, you've lost interest in the things that once brought you joy. You're quick to snap at the people you love, and then you beat yourself up afterward.
You've always been the one who figures it out. The capable one. But this combination of hormonal change and midlife transition is a lot for anyone to carry alone.
Specialized Therapy for Women Navigating Midlife & Perimenopause - Oakland, California
You want a full, rich life - one where you create, connect, explore, and make an impact on the world. Instead, you find yourself keeping to yourself, losing hours to doom-scrolling to numb the pain.
This isn't where you thought you'd be. And deep down, you know it can't go on like this. You were meant for something more.
I believe that too. You deserve to do the next chapter differently - to feel grounded, to show up fully and unapologetically, and find your joy. That’s a good thing because you’re needed out there!
Despite what we’ve been taught, it’s a myth we have to walk this path alone. Midlife women deserve specialized support and I’m here to help.
When you're ready, schedule a complimentary 20-minute consultation.
We'll talk about what's bringing you here, the kind of support you're looking for, and whether we're a good fit. I'll answer any questions you have, and together we'll decide what your next chapter can look like.
I look forward to meeting you!
Hi, I’m Jessika.
Originally from New York, I'm also a writer, artist, teacher, activist and ... well, human trying to navigate this precious life with humor, grace, humility and personal style the best way I can.
I truly believe therapy is one of the most personally and socially responsible acts a person can take. And I am passionate about supporting women, particularly through the midlife transition, so they can thrive and share their shine with the world.
Areas of Specialization
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Spiritual Exploration & Existential Concerns
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Perimenopause
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Late-Diagnosed ADHD
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Health Anxiety
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Identity & Self-Worth
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Stress & Burnout
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Jessika Fruchter, LMFT - My Practice at a Glance
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), #97617, serving women throughout California via secure telehealth.
I specialize in therapy for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, midlife transitions, anxiety, ADHD, burnout, relationship challenges, body image concerns, and questions of identity, purpose, and meaning.
My approach integrates feminist therapy, expressive arts therapy, somatic practices, narrative therapy, and spiritual practices to help women better understand themselves, navigate change with greater confidence, and create lives that feel authentic, connected, and fulfilling.
Best fit: Women seeking insight-oriented therapy that combines meaningful self-exploration with practical tools for navigating the challenges of midlife.
Not the right fit: Individuals requiring crisis services, a higher level of care, treatment for active suicidality, psychosis, bipolar disorder, or severe personality disorders.
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Yes. Supporting women through perimenopause and menopause is one of my primary areas of specialization. I help women navigate the emotional, psychological, relational, and identity changes that often accompany this stage of life.
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Yes. I provide secure telehealth therapy for women located anywhere in California, allowing you to access therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own home.
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My work draws from feminist therapy, expressive arts therapy, mindfulness, somatic approaches, and narrative therapy. Every client's experience is unique, so therapy is tailored to your goals, values, and lived experience.
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I am an out-of-network provider. If your insurance plan offers out-of-network mental health benefits, I'm happy to provide a monthly superbill that you can submit for possible reimbursement. My fee is $325 per session.
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Simply schedule a complimentary consultation through my website. If we decide to work together, we'll schedule your first appointment and begin building a therapy process that's tailored to your goals, values, and the life you want to create.