Diane Danzebrink: Turning Personal Struggle into Global Change
Diane Danzebrink is living proof that personal adversity can be transformed into a powerful force for change. Today, she is widely recognised as a leading voice in the conversation around menopause and mental health, but her journey to becoming a campaigner, consultant, and educator began with her own life-changing experience.
At just forty-five, Diane underwent surgery that removed both of her ovaries, plunging her into surgical menopause overnight. Without the right information or support, she was left vulnerable to the devastating physical, emotional, and mental health effects that followed. At her lowest point, she came close to ending her own life.
That experience became the catalyst for her mission. Once her health stabilised, Diane vowed that no one else should have to navigate menopause in silence and without support. She began researching, listening to others, and soon discovered she was far from alone. Armed with determination, she set out to change the menopause landscape for good.
Founding Menopause Support
Diane founded Menopause Support, a purpose-over-profit organisation dedicated to providing evidence-based information, guidance, and advocacy. Through this work, she combines her professional training in therapy and menopause care with her lived experience, helping individuals and organisations better understand the realities of both menopause and mental health.
Leading National Change
In 2018, Diane launched the #MakeMenopauseMatter campaign, which has already achieved landmark successes. Thanks to her tireless campaigning:
- Menopause is now included in the school curriculum in England.
- From September 2024, all UK medical students will be taught about menopause.
These changes will have a profound impact on generations to come, ensuring that future women receive the understanding and support that Diane herself was denied.
A Respected Voice in the Conversation
Diane’s work has earned her respect as a trusted advisor and a voice of reason. She is frequently invited to share her insights at national and international conferences, including keynote addresses for the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and Japan’s Health and Global Policy Institute.
Her influence extends far beyond the lecture hall. Diane is a regular contributor in the media, appearing on programmes such as This Morning, Good Morning Britain, Loose Women, Lorraine, BBC Breakfast, ITV, Channel 4, and Sky News. She has written for The Telegraph and The Guardian, and even featured in Japanese Vogue. Her commentary has reached audiences worldwide, from Australia to Japan, taking the menopause conversation truly global.
Author and Podcaster
In 2024, Diane published her first book, Making Menopause Matter, which was met with critical acclaim for its compassionate, practical, and evidence-based approach. Building on its success, she launched the Making Menopause Matter podcast in 2025, creating another platform to connect, inform, and empower.

From Personal Crisis to Global Impact
What makes Diane’s story remarkable is not just her professional achievements, but the way she has turned personal suffering into a mission that continues to transform lives. Her courage, compassion, and determination have already reshaped education and medical training in the UK, and her influence is being felt across the world.
For Diane, the work is far from over. But her journey is proof of the extraordinary change one person can make when they turn pain into purpose.