Women’s Health
Dr Packiam’s Women’s Health Services
Ruach has a strong background in women’s health. We aim to provide empathetic and
comprehensive care for women at every stage of life. Our approach is centred around each individual, not just their symptoms but also their physical, emotional and hormonal health in an integrated way.
We offer personalised care for a range of women’s health concerns, including menstrual and hormonal changes, reproductive health, perimenopause and menopause support, mental health and preventative health care. Each consultation will be tailored to your needs, with a focus on early intervention and long-term health.
Ruach Holistic Health’s goal is to create a safe and supportive space for women to feel heard. empowered and actively involved in their health journey.
Service Include
– Menopause and perimenopause care, including symptom management and lifestyle
support
– Hormonal health assessment and personalised treatment planning
– Support for mental and emotional health in relation to hormonal changes and life
transition
Our Approach
- Evidence-based care supported by ongoing training in women’s health and functional medicine principles
- A holistic, patient-centred approach that considers the whole person, not just symptoms
- Clear guidance and shared decision-making to support informed health choices
- Ruach Holistic Health is committed to providing thoughtful, attentive care that supports women in navigating complex health needs with confidence and clarity.
1. Psychological & Behavioral Therapie
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Highly recommended for reframing unhelpful thoughts and mitigating menopause-induced anxiety, depression, and stress, which often exacerbates vasomotor symptoms (hot flushes).
- Clinical Hypnosis: Clinically proven to reduce hot flashes by calming the body’s stress response and improving sleep quality
2. Lifestyle Adjustment
Temperature & Environmental Control: Simple measures like using a portable fan, wearing breathable, layered clothing, and practicing paced breathing at the onset of a hot flash can help cool the body.
● Diet & Nutrition: Eating a balanced, nutrient-rich diet with an emphasis on Plant-based phytoestrogens (e.g., soy products) can help. Minimizing triggers like Alcohol, caffeine, and spicy foods are also frequently recommended.
● Regular Exercise: Consistent physical activity assists with healthy weight regulation, strengthens bones, directly reduces hot flashes, and promotes restorative sleep.
● Stress Management: Practices such as mindfulness and meditation help lower
the physiological arousal that triggers vasomotor events.
