Menopause symptoms

During the menopause the body undergoes hormonal change, usually between 45 and 55. Hot flushes, sweating, sleep problems, mood swings and dryness of the mucous membranes are common. Symptoms vary in strength and often last several years.

methods: 4
therapists: 26

Therascout does not diagnose. Have new, severe or persistent complaints checked by a doctor.

Hormone therapy is the most effective treatment for hot flushes. Discuss with your gynaecologist whether it suits you.

Illustration for Menopause symptoms: woman in her 50s with a hot flush

When to see a doctor

See a doctor if you notice:

Bleeding more than 12 months after your last period
Very heavy or very irregular bleeding
Chest pain or pressure: call 144 at once
Persistent low mood

In an emergency: 144

What you can do yourself

Dress lightly
Several thin layers, a cool bedroom.
Exercise and sleep well
Regular exercise strengthens bones, mood and sleep.
Avoid triggers
Spicy food, alcohol, caffeine and smoking can make hot flushes worse.

Which therapies are used for menopause symptoms?

Sorted by the state of research on menopausal hot flushes. The rating shows how well the effect is supported, not whether it will help you.

What do the dots mean?

Established: recommended in guidelines, well studied
Partly supported: effect shown in studies, with limitations
Limited evidence: few or weak studies
Hardly studied: used, but hardly or not studied

The rating covers the research, not the therapist.

Partly supportedBasic ins. (referral)
Psychotherapy (CBT)
Reduces the burden of hot flushes and helps with mood and sleep. Guidelines name it as an option.
Source 1
7 therapists
Limited evidenceSuppl. ins.
Hypnotherapy
In one trial, hypnotherapy clearly reduced hot flushes. Further studies are largely lacking.
Source 2
7 therapists
Limited evidenceBasic or suppl. ins.
Acupuncture
No difference in hot flushes compared with sham acupuncture.
Source 3
7 therapists
Limited evidenceBasic or suppl. ins.
Herbal medicine (phytotherapy)
There is insufficient evidence that black cohosh works.
Source 4
6 therapists

Therapists may offer several methods, so they can be counted more than once.

As of October 2026 · How we rate

Therapists: Menopause symptoms

Marco Steiner
Naturheilpraxis Steiner
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4.0(2)
Basel
Languages: de · fr · en
NaturopathyHerbal medicine (phytotherapy)Traditional European Medicine (TEM)+2
EMREGK therapist registerSwiss federal diploma
Price
CHF 70–195
Lea Weber
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Praxis Lea Weber
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4.8(4)
Bern
Languages: de
CoachingHypnotherapy
Price
CHF 72–160
Next appointment
No new patients
Dr. phil. Céline Jaquet
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Cabinet Céline Jaquet
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4.8(5)
Geneva
Languages: fr · de
Online
PsychotherapyMindfulness training (MBSR)
Basic insurance (KVG)
Price
CHF 90–180
Next appointment
Available Thu, 15 Oct

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We show practices that list this complaint in their profile. How do we sort?

Costs and health insurance

Psychotherapy (CBT): Basic insurance on a doctor's referral: 15 sessions, then another 15. Beyond 30 sessions the insurer must approve.
Hypnotherapy: Usually supplementary insurance, if the therapist is recognised.
Acupuncture, Herbal medicine (phytotherapy): Basic insurance if a doctor with the relevant certificate treats you. Otherwise supplementary insurance, if the therapist is recognised.
Your insurer: Each profile shows which insurers recognise the therapist.
Practice prices: See prices in each practice profile.

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