Understanding the Mental, Emotional & Relationship Impact of Living with Endometriosis
A Live Virtual Education Forum
Living with endometriosis affects far more than physical health. The uncertainty, chronic pain, fertility concerns, medical gaslighting, and daily challenges can take a significant emotional toll.
Join us for a free live educational discussion featuring experts who will explore the emotional realities of endometriosis and share practical strategies for protecting your mental well-being, strengthening relationships, and building resilience throughout your journey.
đź“… Wednesday, July 22
⏰ 5:00pm PDT
đź“Ť Live Virtual Event (Zoom Registration Required)
You Are Not Alone
Many women living with endometriosis experience feelings of frustration, anxiety, grief, isolation, or burnout. These emotions are real—and they deserve to be acknowledged.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have spent years navigating symptoms, this conversation is designed to remind you that your emotional health is just as important as your physical health.
What You’ll Learn
This is an educational conversation designed to provide practical insight, support, and clarity around navigating endometriosis care.
Topics include:
Understanding the Emotional Impact
Explore why living with a chronic condition like endometriosis can affect mental health, confidence, and overall well-being.
Coping with Chronic Pain
Learn practical strategies for managing the emotional challenges that often accompany persistent pain and unpredictable symptoms.
Navigating Relationships
Discover ways to communicate with partners, family members, and friends while maintaining healthy, supportive relationships.
Fertility, Identity & Grief
Discuss the complex emotions surrounding fertility, changing life plans, and the grief that many women experience throughout their journey.
Learning to Advocate for Yourself
Questions to ask, conversations to have, and ways to feel more confident navigating care decisions.
Self-Advocacy & Building Confidence
Gain tools for communicating with healthcare providers, setting boundaries, and becoming a confident advocate for your health.
Finding Hope & Community
Learn why connection, support, and community play an important role in improving quality of life while living with endometriosis.
This forum is educational in nature and is intended to empower women through conversation, education, and awareness. It is not a replacement for medical advice or individualized treatment recommendations.
Meet Our Panel
Casey Berna, LCSW
Patient Advocate | Licensed Clinical Social Worker | Author
Casey Berna is a licensed clinical social worker, patient advocate, and author dedicated to supporting individuals living with endometriosis, infertility, pregnancy loss, and chronic illness. Drawing from both her professional expertise and personal experience, Casey helps patients navigate the emotional impact of endometriosis while advocating for more compassionate, patient-centered care. She is the author of Endometriosis from Harm to Hope: A Chronic Illness Guide and is passionate about empowering patients with education, community, and hope.
Shantana Hazel
Health Advocate
Shantana Hazel is a health advocate, award-winning author, and Founder & CEO of Sister Girl Foundation, where she has spent more than 16 years advancing education, support, and health equity for individuals affected by endometriosis, infertility, and gynecologic cancers. Inspired by her own journey with endometriosis and a 14-year delay in diagnosis, Shantana is passionate about empowering patients through advocacy, community, and education while working to address healthcare disparities and improve access to compassionate, equitable care.
Who Should Attend?
This event may be helpful for women who:
âś” Women living with suspected or diagnosed endometriosis
âś” Individuals navigating infertility related to endometriosis
âś” Partners, spouses, family members, and caregivers
âś” Anyone looking to better understand the emotional impact of chronic illness
âś” Healthcare professionals seeking greater insight into the patient experience
Whether you’re newly exploring symptoms or have been navigating endometriosis for years — this conversation is for you.
Why This Conversation Matters
The physical symptoms of endometriosis are often discussed. The emotional impact is not. Many women spend years feeling dismissed, misunderstood, or isolated before receiving answers. Even after diagnosis, navigating chronic pain, fertility concerns, work, relationships, and everyday life can create emotional challenges that deserve just as much attention.
This forum provides a compassionate space to explore those experiences while learning practical strategies for moving forward with confidence and hope.
About the Endometriosis Clarity Forum
The Endometriosis Clarity Forum is an educational series created to connect patients with trusted experts and meaningful conversations about every stage of the endometriosis journey. Each session explores topics that empower patients through evidence-based education, expert guidance, and real-life perspectives. Our mission is to help individuals affected by endometriosis feel informed, supported, and empowered to advocate for their health. Education is powerful and can help provide direction.
Frequently Asked Questions
About the Host
Hosted & Moderated by ReceptivaDx. ReceptivaDx is dedicated to advancing education around uterine inflammation and endometriosis through research-informed tools and physician collaboration.
Our mission is to support informed conversations — adding insight into medical care. This forum reflects that commitment: balanced, credible, and patient-centered.
Seats for live participation are limited. Reserve your spot to attend live and submit questions to the panel.
You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone
Finding the right care can feel overwhelming — but education is often the first step toward feeling more supported.
Join us for a meaningful conversation about what integrative endometriosis care can look like and how to build a team that supports your needs.
Educational Disclaimer
This event is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Attendees should consult their healthcare providers regarding individual medical decisions.
