For HR & People Leaders
Professional Development Workshops for Women Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause at Work
Half the women in your workforce will go through perimenopause or menopause while employed. Our evidence-based workshops — led by board-certified menopause clinician Dr. Mia Chorney, DNP, and award-winning AI founder and CEO Susan Sly — give employees the knowledge to manage the transition and give leaders the tools to support, retain, and get ahead of emerging workplace legislation.
Virtual and in-person · 60 and 90 minutes · Transparent pricing · Booking for 2026
Women in your workforce are navigating perimenopause or menopause right now.
Menopause symptoms cost U.S. employers an estimated $1.8 billion a year in lost productivity, yet 64% of working women say their employer offers no formal support. Our perimenopause and menopause workshops close that gap — strengthening engagement, retention, and wellbeing while preparing your organization for the workplace protections now moving through state legislatures.
Why now
Why Employers Are Booking Menopause Workshops in 2026
Rhode Island became the first state to require menopause accommodations in 2025. Philadelphia’s workplace-bias ordinance covers perimenopause and menopause from January 1, 2027. Virginia, California, Illinois, New York, and New Jersey have bills in motion, and the federal Menopausal Workers’ Fairness Act, introduced in July 2026, would extend Pregnant Workers Fairness Act–style accommodations to menopause for employers with 15 or more employees. The employers who train their people now won’t be scrambling later.
Legislation is moving quickly; this page is reviewed quarterly. For individual symptom tracking, employees can explore Harmoni® by thePause® and our perimenopause and menopause guides.
Two Facilitators, Two Halves of the Conversation
The Science and the Mindset
Susan Sly
The Mindset. Two-time award-winning AI founder, CEO of The Pause Technologies, MIT Sloan graduate, professional speaker. Susan covers what no clinician can: mindset, self-advocacy at work, and permission to stop pushing through.
Dr. Mia Chorney
The Science. DNP, FNP-BC, MSCP. Board Certified in Menopause, Cardiology, and Genomics. Top Women in Wearable Technology 2025. Dr. Chorney explains what is happening in a woman’s body — in language employees and managers can act on.
Empowering organizations
to support women’s
health, resilience,
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every stage of life.
Workshop Offerings
Perimenopause and Menopause Workshops for the Workplace: Two Formats
Virtual WORKSHOP · 60 Minutes
Menopause in the Workplace 101: Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause at Work
A 60-minute virtual perimenopause and menopause workshop for employees.
Facilitator: Dr. Mia Chorney, DNP
Best for: all-staff sessions, women’s ERGs, wellness weeks, Menopause Awareness Month (October), and HR and DEI leaders building a women’s health program.
Women in midlife represent one of the most skilled and experienced segments of the workforce, yet many face transitions that quietly impact energy, focus, and productivity.
In this 60-minute virtual session, Dr. Mia Chorney delivers an evidence-based, accessible overview of women’s hormonal health and its impact on wellbeing and workplace performance. Participants gain actionable tools to improve energy, focus, and resilience, while fostering empathy and understanding across the organization.
This engaging workshop blends medical insight with practical solutions to help employees and leaders better understand midlife transitions. Participants leave empowered to make small, impactful changes that improve health, morale, and workplace culture.
Core Learning Objectives
- Understand key hormonal changes and their workplace implications.
- Identify symptoms that affect energy, focus, and productivity.
- Apply evidence-based strategies to enhance wellbeing and sleep.
- Foster a culture that values health equity and open dialogue.
What’s included: live 60-minute session, moderated Q&A, participant resource handout, and a pre-session call with your HR or ERG lead to tailor examples to your workforce.
Participants describe this session as “eye-opening,” “practical,” and “transformative.” It equips organizations to move from awareness to action, creating a workplace that supports women through every stage of life.
In-Person Workshop with Q&A · 90 Minutes
Leading Through Menopause: Manager and HR Training for Supporting Women at Work
A 90-minute menopause-in-the-workplace training for executives, managers, and HR.
Facilitators: Susan Sly & Dr. Mia Chorney, DNP
Best for: leadership offsites, HR and people-team training, and policy kickoffs for organizations preparing for menopause workplace protections.
This immersive, in-person session brings together leadership and health science to redefine how organizations approach women’s wellbeing in the workplace.
Susan Sly and Dr. Mia Chorney combine storytelling, science, and strategy to empower leaders with the tools to normalize midlife conversations, reduce stigma, and improve retention. A dedicated Q&A session ensures participants leave with clarity and actionable next steps.
Through interactive discussion and practical frameworks, participants learn how to create workplaces where women feel seen, supported, and equipped to thrive.
Five Key Takeaways
- Recognize menopause and midlife as central to workplace inclusion and equity.
- Develop empathetic, informed leadership approaches to health-sensitive topics.
- Implement strategies to reduce absenteeism and burnout.
- Integrate wellbeing initiatives that strengthen engagement and culture.
- Position your organization as a pioneer in women’s health advocacy and innovation.
What’s included: live 90-minute in-person session, dedicated Q&A, manager conversation guide, accommodation checklist aligned to current state requirements, and a 30-minute pre-call with HR.
Described as “powerful,” “compassionate,” and “action-oriented,” this workshop provides a bridge between leadership, empathy, and health innovation, leaving participants inspired and equipped to lead change.
Who books
Who Brings thePause Into Their Workplace
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What Participants and Employers Say
“I am actually emotional after that webinar. It is clear your work comes from the heart. I cannot thank you both enough for today. Everything was spot on and professional — enriched with empathy and love. Wow!”
Participants describe our sessions as “eye-opening,” “practical,” “transformative,” “powerful,” “compassionate,” and “action-oriented.”
FAQ
Menopause Workshop FAQs for Employers
What is a menopause workshop for employers?
A facilitated training session that teaches employees what perimenopause and menopause are, how symptoms affect work, and how colleagues and managers can support them — delivered by qualified clinicians and speakers, virtually or on site.
Do these workshops count as professional development?
Yes. Both formats are structured with learning objectives, handouts, and Q&A, and can be logged as professional development or wellness training hours under most corporate learning and development programs.
Is menopause a protected condition in the workplace?
It depends on the jurisdiction. Rhode Island requires menopause accommodations; Philadelphia will from January 1, 2027; several states have pending bills, and the federal Menopausal Workers’ Fairness Act was introduced in July 2026. In every state, menopause symptoms may already fall under existing disability, sex, or age discrimination protections. Training is the first step most employment counsel recommend.
How much does a menopause-in-the-workplace workshop cost?
Our 60-minute virtual workshop is $2,500 USD. Our 90-minute in-person leadership workshop is $7,500 USD plus travel. Pricing is public because HR shouldn’t have to guess.
Who should attend — women only?
No. The virtual session is designed for all employees; menopause affects teams, not just the women experiencing it. The in-person session is built for managers, executives, and HR professionals of any gender.
How many people can attend?
Virtual sessions scale to your platform’s limit. In-person sessions work best with 20–150 participants; larger groups are quoted individually.
Do you tailor the content to our industry or policies?
Yes. Every booking includes a pre-session call with HR so examples, accommodations, and Q&A reflect your workforce and any state law you operate under.
How do we book a workshop?
Click Book a Workshop, tell us your preferred format, dates, and headcount, and we’ll confirm availability within two business days.
Book a Perimenopause or Menopause Workshop for 2026
Now booking virtual and in-person perimenopause workshops, menopause workshops, and women’s health workshops for 2026. Fees depend on format, participant count, and travel. Tell us your preferred dates and headcount and we’ll confirm availability within two business days.