A Holistic Approach to Perimenopause and Menopause Symptoms
- Carina Hopen
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Perimenopause and menopause can bring unexpected symptoms:
Weight gain or insulin resistance
Hot flashes and night sweats
Anxiety or mood swings
Brain fog and memory changes
Sleep disruption
Low libido
Joint pain and inflammation
Fatigue and burnout
Many women are told, “This is just part of aging.” Or worse, they’re offered only a quick prescription without deeper evaluation.
At Inspired Wellness in Oak Harbor, WA, I help women address perimenopause and menopause symptoms through a comprehensive medical and functional approach—so you don’t have to simply “tough it out.” We co-create a treatment plan that is based
on your unique physiology, symptoms, and goals.
Options May Include:
1. Hormone Therapy (HRT)
For many women, properly prescribed estrogen therapy is the most effective treatment for symptoms.
I offer:
Transdermal estradiol
Progesterone support
Personalized monitoring and dosing
HRT can dramatically improve:
Hot flashes
Night sweats
Sleep quality
Mood and irritability
Joint pain and inflammation
2. Nervous System Regulation
Symptoms are strongly connected to the autonomic nervous system.
I incorporate therapies such as:
Alpha-Stim for calming stress reactivity
Acupuncture for autonomic balance
When the nervous system calms, symptoms often decrease.
3. Functional Medicine Root-Cause Support
Perimenopause and menopause symptoms are often worsened by metabolic and inflammatory factors.
We evaluate:
Insulin resistance
Thyroid dysfunction
Nutrient depletion
Gut health and estrogen metabolism
Stress hormone patterns
This helps us treat symptoms at the source.
4. Lifestyle Strategies That Work
Women are often surprised how much symptoms improve with:
Stable blood sugar meals
Higher protein intake
Reducing alcohol and trigger foods
Cooling bedtime routines
Magnesium and targeted supplements
Strength training for metabolic resilience
These are foundational tools for midlife health.
5. Integrative Therapies for Sleep and Recovery
At Inspired Wellness, women also benefit from:
Celluma red light therapy
PEMF for inflammation reduction
Acupuncture for sleep and hormonal regulation
Because your symptoms affect your whole life.
What Women Experience in This Work
Patients often tell me:
“I’m sleeping again.”
“My brain feels clear.”
“My body finally feels like mine.”
“I have energy and motivation.”
“I feel strong — not stuck.”
The goal is not just symptom management.
The goal is vitality, longevity, and empowerment.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Inspired Wellness | North Whidbey Center for Wellbeing
1051 NE 7th Ave, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Serving women across Whidbey Island with:
✨ Menopause care
✨ Hot flashes treatment
✨ HRT and functional medicine
✨ Nervous system and metabolic support
Go to the link for more information about our functional medicine consultation: Functional Medicine Care | Hormones, Sleep, Metabolism
