Frequently Asked Questions About Menopause and Functional Medicine

Functional medicine is a personalized, systems-based approach that addresses the root causes of health concerns rather than just treating symptoms. It uses in-depth testing, lifestyle analysis, and natural interventions (like targeted supplements, nutrition, and stress management) to help your body heal and function optimally.

Functional medicine takes a root-cause approach to health, rather than simply managing symptoms. While conventional medicine often relies on medications or procedures to treat isolated issues, functional medicine asks why those issues are happening in the first place — and works to correct the underlying imbalances.

Here’s how it’s different:

⋅ Whole-person focus: We look at the full picture including diet, lifestyle, genetics, environment, stress, and more, to understand how everything is connected.

⋅ Personalized care: Your plan is tailored specifically to you. No one-size-fits-all protocols or 10-minute visits.

⋅ Prevention and optimization: We don’t just aim to “normalize” labs, we aim to help you feel your best, with optimal energy, mood, digestion, and hormonal balance.

⋅ Collaborative partnership: You’re an active participant in your healing. We work with you, not just on you.

We work with women experiencing:

⋅ Perimenopause and menopause symptoms

⋅ Postpartum hormone imbalance

⋅ Chronic fatigue and burnout

⋅ Insomnia and sleep disruption

⋅ Brain fog, memory issues

⋅ Weight gain and metabolic changes

⋅ PMS, irregular periods, and mood shifts

⋅ Gut issues related to hormones (bloating, cravings, constipation)

No. Many of our clients are in their late 30s to early 50s and experiencing hormonal symptoms even though their periods haven’t stopped. If you’re feeling “off,” there’s a good chance something is out of balance—and we can help uncover it.

Yes—if it’s appropriate for your case. We take a balanced, evidence-informed approach to HRT. We may recommend it based on your lab results, risk profile, and preferences, but it’s never the first or only option. We also work with clients who want non-hormonal approaches to menopause care.

We start with a Free Hormonal Reboot Consultation, a 15-minute virtual call where we review your main concerns and share what’s possible through our approach. If you choose to move forward, we’ll complete in-depth intake forms and lab testing, followed by a 60-minute review and a detailed, personalized care plan.

Labs are recommended but not always required. We’ll talk with you about the most relevant testing for your case—this may include hormone panels, gut health tests, thyroid labs, and metabolic markers. Some labs may be covered by insurance; others are paid out of pocket.

Yes. We serve clients throughout New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Maine, and Virginia via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth. Our full program and follow-ups are available online, making it easy to get the care you need without travel.

We do not bill insurance directly, but we can provide you with a superbill for possible reimbursement depending on your plan. We accept HSA/FSA payments and offer clear package pricing to help you plan your care investment.

Many clients start feeling better within the first 4–6 weeks. Results vary depending on the severity of your symptoms, your starting health, and your consistency with the plan. The goal isn’t just quick relief—it’s long-term healing.