Our Compassionate Approach

We deliver compassionate, patient-centered care focused on your evolving health needs. Our team offers integrated psychiatric care and specialized treatment for perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms, with proactive guidance to support your overall well-being in the next stage of life.

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Meet the Team


  • Founder

    Dr. Deborah Amann is a Cincinnati native and a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in women’s mental health and menopause care. Having navigated her own challenges with perimenopausal and menopausal treatment options, she brings a deeply informed and compassionate approach to patient care. Dr. Amann provides individualized, evidence-based treatment while offering preventive guidance to support long-term well-being. As a menopause society certified provider, she is committed to helping women feel understood, supported, and empowered through every stage of midlife.

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  • Maria provides individualized, evidence-based treatment while offering preventive guidance to support long-term well-being. A member of The Menopause Society, she is committed to helping women feel understood, supported, and empowered through every stage of midlife.

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  • Administrative Assistant

🌸 General Information

What type of care do you provide?
We provide comprehensive, patient-centered care focused on women’s mental and physical health across midlife. Our services integrate menopause care, psychiatric care, and general medical decision-making with an emphasis on thoughtful evaluation, evidence-based treatment, and individualized support.

Who do you care for?
We care for women age 40-60 in perimenopause and menopause, as well as women seeking psychiatric care related to mood, anxiety, attention, sleep, and cognitive changes. Care is personalized and collaborative.

Is this practice right for me?
Our practice is best suited for patients who value thorough evaluation, collaborative decision-making, and an integrated approach to midlife health and mental well-being.

I’m not sure where my symptoms fit — is that okay?
Absolutely. Many patients come in with overlapping or unclear symptoms. Sorting this out together is a core part of our work.

🧠 Mental Health & Menopause Care

Is this practice menopause-focused, psychiatric, or both?
Both. Many women experience overlapping physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms during midlife. Our model is intentionally integrated so symptoms are evaluated together rather than in isolation.

How do you approach menopausal symptoms?
We take a detailed symptom-focused approach that considers hormonal, psychological, medical, and lifestyle contributors. When appropriate, we discuss evidence-based treatment options, which may include FDA-approved medications, non-hormonal therapies, behavioral strategies, and referrals.

Do you prescribe hormone therapy?
Yes, although treatment recommendations are individualized. If hormone therapy is clinically appropriate, options will be discussed in detail, including risks, benefits, and alternatives. Not all patients require or choose hormone therapy.

Do you treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, or mood changes?
Yes. We evaluate and treat a range of psychiatric concerns, including anxiety, depression, attention and executive functioning difficulties, sleep disorders, and mood changes related to hormonal transitions.

🩺 Appointments & What to Expect

What happens during a new patient consultation?
A new patient consultation is a 60-minute visit focused on:  A comprehensive review of medical, psychiatric, and reproductive history . A detailed discussion of current symptoms and goals and development of an individualized care plan

If indicated, FDA-approved medications may be prescribed at the initial visit. Labs, imaging, or referrals may also be ordered when appropriate.

Do I need to complete forms before my appointment?
Yes. Intake forms must be completed in full prior to your first appointment. These forms take time but are essential to providing thoughtful, safe, and effective care. Incomplete forms may require rescheduling.

How often are follow-up visits?
Follow-up frequency depends on your treatment plan and clinical needs. This will be discussed together and adjusted over time.

💻 Telehealth

Do you offer telehealth visits?
Yes!

💳 Fees, Insurance & Billing

Do you accept insurance?
We are an out-of-network practice. Payment is due at the time of service.

Can I submit for out-of-network reimbursement?
Yes. Upon request, we can provide documentation (such as a superbill) that you may submit to your insurance carrier for potential reimbursement. Reimbursement is not guaranteed and depends on your plan.

What are your fees?


📅 Scheduling

How do I schedule an appointment?
Appointments can be requested through our website (www.pauseclarity.com) or by phone (513.375.6472.)

📄 Prescriptions, Labs & Referrals

Will you prescribe medication at the first visit?
If clinically appropriate, medications may be prescribed during the initial consultation.

Do you order labs or imaging?
Perimenopause/Menopause typically doesn’t require labs to guide hormone therapy. Medications are initiated/adjusted based on symptoms. However, when indicated. Labs, imaging, and referrals are ordered.

Do you coordinate care with other providers?
With your consent, we are happy to collaborate with your other healthcare providers to support coordinated care.

Frequently Asked Questions