Let's Talk All About Her

What happens when the woman you used to be no longer feels like you? In this episode of Midlife Bites , Kirsten sits down with Emma Mongaven, a stylist, mum of four, and military wife, for a deeply honest conversation about identity, loss, change, resilience, and finding your way back to yourself. Emma shares her journey from her career at the ABC and life in Sydney to becoming a mum of four, movi...

Why I’m Stepping Away from Traditional Psychology: A New Approach to Supporting Midlife Women After nearly 30 years of providing psychological services, Kirsten is making a big—and scary—change. In this episode of Midlife Bites , Kirsten shares why she has decided to step back from traditional psychological services and move into a mentoring model designed specifically to support women through mid...

In this episode of Midlife Bites , clinical psychologist Kirstin Bouse is joined by Dr Sarah Davenport , a Melbourne-based clinical psychologist, to help listeners get to know the person behind the therapy room. Sarah shares her professional journey from public mental health into private practice, and what she’s learned from working long-term with women across different life stages. Together, they...

In this follow-up conversation on Midlife Bites , clinical psychologist Kirstin Bouse is joined again by Dr Sarah Davenport to explore the deeper emotional landscape of the menopausal transition. Sarah speaks openly about menopause as a time of profound change — not just physically, but psychologically and relationally. Together, they unpack common experiences women bring to therapy, including moo...

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In this episode of Midlife Bites , clinical psychologist and host Kirstin Bouse sits down with Emma Mun Gavin —mother of four, military wife, and midlife reinvention advocate—to explore what it really means to rebuild yourself when life forces you to start again. Emma shares her deeply personal journey through a series of major life upheavals: her husband’s medical discharge from the military afte...

Welcome to the very first episode of Midlife Bites ! In this debut, host Kirstin Bouse —clinical psychologist and midlife mentor—opens up an honest conversation about what it really feels like to be a woman in midlife. From the disorienting shifts of perimenopause and menopause to the deeper emotional tug of wondering, “Where did I go?” , Kirstin normalises the ups and downs of this messy, powerfu...

In this episode of Midlife Bites , clinical psychologist and host Kirstin Bouse explores the quiet but powerful experience of grief in midlife —not the grief of losing others, but the more subtle losses that come with menopause, changing identities, and shifting bodies . Drawing from her own experience of having to give up strength training due to persistent pain, Kirstin reflects on how these cha...

You know that mental checklist that never seems to end? The one running quietly in the background — keeping track of everyone’s needs, appointments, and emotions? That’s the invisible load — and in midlife, it only seems to get heavier. In this episode of Midlife Bites , clinical psychologist and host Kirsten Bouse unpacks the hidden weight so many women carry — the constant managing, fixing, reme...

In this episode of Midlife Bites , host Kirstin Bouse welcomes fellow psychologist Kaz Amos for an open and heartfelt conversation about the messy, beautiful middle of life. Kaz shares her winding path from personal training and counselling to finally becoming a registered psychologist—while juggling family, business, and the realities of midlife. Together, Kirstin and Kaz explore what it really m...

We’ve all grown up with the “good woman rules”—be nice, don’t make a fuss, put everyone else first. Sound familiar? In this episode of Midlife Bites , host Kirstin Bouse —clinical psychologist and midlife mentor—calls out the unspoken rules that have shaped us since childhood and left so many of us feeling exhausted, resentful, and stuck. From Disney movies to family expectations to society’s obse...

Can menopause become the beginning of the best chapter of your life? In this inspiring episode of Midlife Bites , Kirstin Bouse is joined by accredited health coach, certified menopause coach, personal trainer, and founder of the Midlife Women's Health Clinic , Tanya Dalton . Tanya shares her deeply personal story of navigating a difficult perimenopause transition while also confronting her o...

What happens when the changes of perimenopause uncover something that has been there all along? In this follow-up conversation on Midlife Bites , Kirstin Bouse welcomes back clinical psychologist Karen Fossey to explore the growing intersection between perimenopause, menopause, ADHD, and autism . As hormonal changes reduce our capacity to manage life's demands, many women begin questioning wh...

Have you ever found yourself wondering, "Why can't I cope the way I used to?" In this episode of Midlife Bites , Kirsten Bouse is joined by clinical psychologist Karen Fossey to explore one of the most common yet least understood experiences of midlife: a reduced sense of capacity. From brain fog and emotional overwhelm to decision fatigue and physical exhaustion, Karen explains why...

What if the hardest part of menopause isn't the hot flushes—but losing sight of who you are? In this episode of Midlife Bites , Kirsten Bouse sits down with psychologist Dr. Catherine Stovold to explore why midlife is far more than a medical transition. Together, they discuss the emotional, relational, and identity shifts women experience during menopause, the critical role psychology plays i...

In this episode of ALL ABOUT HER, Kirstin welcomes back Kristie Clarke, a clinical psychologist who specializes in supporting women through the challenges of menopause. Together, they dive deeper into the unique needs of women during this transformative stage of life and explore strategies for making menopause "all about her." Key Topics: Revisiting the inspiration behind "All About...

Clinical psychologist Kristie Clarke shares her personal experiences and professional insights on navigating the menopausal transition. Kristie discusses the challenges she faced in finding the right support, the impact on her high-achieving career, and how her journey has shaped her approach to working with menopausal women. The conversation explores common symptoms, the importance of a holistic...

In this episode, the host Kirstin Bouse discusses the findings of a recent Senate inquiry in Australia that looked at the wide-ranging impacts of menopause on women's health, careers, families, and overall well-being. The inquiry received over 290 submissions from women sharing their lived experiences, as well as healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers. The key takeaways were...

Gut health plays a vital role in women's health, especially during the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause, yet it's often overlooked. In this episode, nutritionist and naturopath Susie Garden joins Kirsten Bouse to explore the significant impact of gut health on hormone balance, energy levels, and overall well-being. Susie explains how to identify both the subtle and more obv...

In this episode, Kirsten Bouse, Clinical Psychologist and Founder of All About Her, welcomes psychologist Angela Brooks-Horn back to discuss the transformative experience of menopause. Angela shares her unique perspective, viewing menopause as an opportunity for women to pause, reflect, and redefine their priorities. Together, they explore how this life stage can offer personal growth and self-ref...

In this episode, Kirstin Bouse sits down with psychologist Angela Brooks-Horn to discuss her career and her work supporting women through the menopausal transition. Angela reflects on how her personal experience with menopause, along with her deep dive into research, has shaped her practice and approach to helping women during this significant life phase. Kirstin and Angela explore: Angela’s uncon...

Perimenopause is more than just a medical event—it’s a deeply transformative, existential experience. It’s a time when many women begin to reflect on who they are and what they truly want out of life. In this episode, Kirstin Bouse and Ruth Cross dive into: The emotional depth of perimenopause beyond physical symptoms How identity and self-perception can evolve during this life stage Why women oft...

Menopause is more than just a biological shift—it's a deeply personal, emotional, and transformative journey, and psychotherapist Ruth Cross is here to explore it through the power of storytelling. In this episode of All About Her , host Kirstin Bouse engages in a meaningful conversation with Ruth Cross, who specializes in working with women during the menopausal transition.  In this episode,...

Have you noticed shifts in your relationship as you navigate perimenopause? You're not alone. Many women find that this life stage brings unexpected challenges to their relationships. In this episode, I sit down with sexologist Federica Zamboni to discuss: The deeper identity changes women experience during perimenopause How these changes can create communication breakdowns in relationships T...

In this episode, I speak with Federica Zamboni, a seasoned psychologist and sexologist, about her extensive background in working with women through various life stages. We explore her unique insights into the challenges faced during perimenopause and how her experiences have shaped her approach to therapy. From her beginnings in psychology to her deep dive into sexology, Federica shares valuable...