Targeted Mycotherapy for Women’s Health

Women’s health is defined by the dynamic interplay of endocrine signalling, immune resilience, gut integrity, and metabolic homeostasis. As these physiological markers evolve from the reproductive years through perimenopause and healthy ageing, practitioners require adaptive, evidence-based tools to restore balance and mitigate the impact of systemic stress.

Join Medical Herbalist and Naturopath Sophie Barrett for this practitioner-focused webinar exploring the strategic application of medicinal mushrooms within integrative women’s health. Moving beyond general adaptogenic support, this session examines the specific molecular pathways, including HPA-axis modulation, microbiome optimization, and neuro-inflammatory regulation, through which functional mushrooms can support clinical outcomes.

Participants will gain practical, actionable insights into integrating mycotherapy safely and effectively into existing clinical protocols. By synthesizing current research with clinical experience, this webinar empowers practitioners to adopt an evidence-informed approach to supporting female health across the entire lifespan.

By the end of this webinar, practitioners will be able to:
1. Identify and Differentiate Bioactive Compounds: Understand the specific roles of beta-glucans, triterpenes, and secondary metabolites in modulating female endocrine and immune pathways.
2. Evaluate Clinical Quality: Distinguish standardized, high-potency fungal extracts, ensuring the use of products with proven bioavailability and traceability.
3. Implement Targeted Protocols: Confidently select and integrate specific medicinal mushrooms (e.g., Reishi for HPA-axis support, Lion’s Mane for neuro-inflammation) into complex clinical cases involving PMS, PCOS, and perimenopausal transitions.
4. Manage Safety and Interactions: Navigate potential contraindications and effectively combine mycotherapy with existing nutritional frameworks for optimal patient outcomes.