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Perimenopause & Menopause Treatment

MY APPROACH: PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE

Aging is normal, suffering is not.

Getting older is natural. But feeling lost, exhausted, or like a stranger in your own body? That’s not something you have to accept. If you're struggling with mood swings, brain fog, anxiety, or just feeling off, you're not alone—and there’s help.

What’s actually happening?

Perimenopause is the transition period leading up to menopause, when your hormones start fluctuating and your menstrual cycle becomes unpredictable. Menopause officially begins when you haven’t had a period for a full year—most women reach this stage around age 51.

With nearly 1.2 billion women expected to go through perimenopause by 2030, you’d think this topic would be more openly discussed. But too often, women feel like they’re navigating this stage of life alone.

Common Symptoms

No two women experience perimenopause or menopause exactly the same way, but here are some of the most common challenges:

  • Hot flashes & night sweats (because waking up drenched is so fun)

  • Sleep disturbances (tossing, turning, and waking up at 3 AM for no reason)

  • Weight changes (feeling like your body isn’t playing fair anymore)

  • Lower libido & painful intimacy (which can be frustrating and isolating)

  • Mood swings, anxiety & depression (feeling out of control emotionally)

  • Brain fog & forgetfulness (why did I walk into this room again?)

These symptoms are real, and they can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to just deal with them.

How I Can Help:

I take a whole-person approach to perimenopause and menopause, looking at how your hormones, mental health, and lifestyle all work together. My goal is to help you feel like yourself again—clear-minded, balanced, and in control.

Let’s get you feeling like yourself again.

If perimenopause or menopause has you feeling frustrated, exhausted, or just not you, let’s talk. You deserve support, solutions, and relief—without the guesswork. Ready to take the next step?

Contact us today to learn more or book a consultation. You don’t have to go through this alone—we’re here to help.

My approach to Menopause:

  • Advanced Hormonal Testing

    While testing hormones during perimenopause and menopause is not often done in conventional medicine, understanding hormone levels and their metabolism (as well as assessing HPA axis function) can help guide treatment recommendations to support women during this stage in their life.

  • Genetic & Biological Testing

    There are so many important clues underneath the surface. Our genetics can play a role in how we process the medications used for mental wellness. Mental health specific lab work and genetic screening are important tools that help us guide treatment.

  • Psychotherapy & Lifestyle Coaching

    Menopause is so much more than just hot flashes. Many women may experience a shift mentally, feeling at a crossroads during this life transition. Therapy can help reflect on buried emotions or forgotten traumas that may arise during this new life stage.

  • Herbal & Plant-Based Medicine

    Herbal therapies are utilized as complementary options, potentially aiding in managing mood shifts by addressing certain neurotransmitter imbalances or supporting overall mental wellness alongside traditional treatment approaches.

  • Tailored Treatment Plans

    Effective treatments do not have to be complex. We will address your symptoms of perimenopause or menopause in a manageable way, based on your goals and given your unique situation. The treatment plan we develop will be simple and individualized to your needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

  • As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I do not prescribe HRT. I integrate holistic modalities into my practice, offering strategies encompassing lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, stress management techniques, and complementary therapies to address the diverse array of symptoms accompanying this life stage. By fostering a comprehensive approach, I aim to support individuals through this transition, prioritizing their mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

    If HRT is a desired component of your treatment regimen, I can offer trusted referrals within the community.

  • A woman might choose not to undergo HRT for menopause due to various reasons that encompass both physical and emotional aspects. There might be a preference for exploring alternative therapies, including natural remedies, lifestyle changes, or holistic approaches to manage menopausal symptoms. Psychologically, some women may prioritize a more organic transition through menopause, aiming to embrace the natural process rather than altering hormonal levels.

  • Many women make the transition into menopause without experiencing depression, but oftentimes women report symptoms of moodiness, depressed mood, brain fog, inattention, anxiety, stress, and a decreased sense of well-being during perimenopause or menopause.

  • Integrative psychiatry offers a multifaceted approach that can significantly support individuals experiencing perimenopause or menopause. This approach combines conventional psychiatric care with complementary and alternative therapies to address the complex interplay between hormonal changes and mental health during this phase. Integrative psychiatry employs various strategies such as psychotherapy to help individuals manage emotional challenges like mood swings, anxiety, or depression that can accompany hormonal fluctuations. Additionally, it incorporates lifestyle modifications, stress reduction techniques, nutritional counseling, and supplements to alleviate symptoms and promote overall well-being.

I proudly serve women across the great state of Colorado through virtual consultations, including those in communities such as Cherry Hills Village, Castle Pines, Greenwood Village, Vail , Aspen, Lone Tree, Frisco, Niwot, and Highlands Ranch. Additionally, I offer in-person visits for residents of Louisville and neighboring towns including Superior, Erie, Broomfield, Westminster, Lafayette, Boulder, Thornton, Longmont, and Arvada.