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BACKGROUND: Premenstrual change (PMC) - inclusive of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and premenstrual exacerbation (PME) - impacts a significant number of individuals worldwide. Despite this, few psychotherapy programs have been developed specifically for PMC, and even fewer studies have examined participant experiences of these programs. METHODS: The study used body mapping as a therapeutic activity and research method to explore participants' experiences of a five-session co-designed psychotherapy program tailored to PMC, involving Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS). Body maps were completed in the first and fifth sessions. Eight individuals completed the psychotherapy program. The sessions were audio-recorded, with both arts-based data and transcripts thematically analysed. CONCLUSIONS: A tailored psychotherapy program integrating IFS and arts-based methods may support meaningful and transformative therapeutic outcomes for individuals impacted by PMC.
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