Menopause Treatment
Charlottesville, VA
Personalized, Empowering, and Evidence-Based
A New Way to Navigate Menopause At Longevity Health Clinic
If you're in your 40s or 50s and wondering why you feel like a stranger in your own body, tired, foggy, moody, or suddenly gaining weight, these aren’t just “normal signs of aging.” They’re signs your hormones are shifting. And while menopause is a natural part of life, that doesn’t mean you have to suffer through it.
At Longevity Health Clinic in Charlottesville, we approach menopause differently: with evidence-based medicine, whole-body support, and providers who actually listen. In this guide, you’ll learn what menopause really is, why symptoms happen, and the science behind Menopause Treatment options that can help you feel like yourself again, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
By the end, you’ll understand your options and feel empowered to take the next step in your health journey, with support that’s personalized, practical, and rooted in real results.
Why Choose Longevity Health Clinic for Menopause Treatment?
Charlottesville Menopause Treatment provider, Dr. Jason Itri, MD, PhD, leads a team that combines conventional medicine, functional diagnostics, and evidence-based wellness practices. Unlike traditional clinics that treat symptoms in isolation, we focus on the root causes of hormonal imbalance and how menopause is affecting your full-body health.
- Award-winning physician with a background in quality and patient-centered care
- Personalized BHRT protocols and advanced hormone testing
- Comprehensive wellness support: nutrition, supplements, sleep, and stress
- Deep commitment to long-term, sustainable health outcomes
What Is Menopause?
Menopause isn’t just a date circled on the calendar—it’s a process, a shift, a season that can quietly build for years before it’s official. Technically, menopause begins after 12 straight months without a period, usually sometime between 45 and 55. But most women start feeling the effects long before that, in a stage called perimenopause.
Understanding Perimenopause
Perimenopause can begin as early as your mid-to-late 30s and often brings hormonal ups and downs that can feel unpredictable. Periods may become irregular, sleep can become elusive, and mood swings or irritability may surface, sometimes years before menopause officially begins.
This is also a critical window for early intervention. Tracking hormone levels during perimenopause allows us to:
- Identify imbalances in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone before symptoms become more disruptive
- Begin low-dose or cyclical BHRT as needed to ease transitions
- Introduce targeted supplements that support adrenal health, sleep, and hormone metabolism
- Implement lifestyle strategies to reduce inflammation, support detoxification, and strengthen resilience for the years ahead
Addressing these changes early with Menopause Treatment can make the transition into menopause smoother, more manageable, and less symptomatic.
Common Symptoms of Hormonal Shifts
One day you’re sleeping fine, and the next you’re wide awake at 3 a.m., drenched in sweat. Your mood swings feel like they’re driving the bus. Brain fog clouds your thoughts, and energy just doesn’t come like it used to. Clothes don’t fit the same. Intimacy might feel different, too.
All of this is driven by a slow decline in your body’s natural production of estrogen, progesterone, and sometimes testosterone. These hormonal shifts can trigger a cascade of symptoms, including:
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Anxiety, mood changes, or irritability
- Restless sleep and daytime fatigue
- Brain fog, forgetfulness, and trouble focusing
- Vaginal dryness or discomfort with intimacy
- Weight gain or slowed metabolism
- Bone thinning and muscle loss
If you’re nodding your head, maybe feeling seen for the first time in a while, know this: you’re not imagining things, and you’re not alone. This transition is real, but it doesn’t have to take over your life. With the right support, it’s possible to feel clear, calm, and confident in your body again.
Our Approach to Menopause Treatment
At Longevity Health Clinic, we treat menopause as a whole-body experience, not a set of isolated symptoms. Our integrated Menopause Treatment plan includes:
Lifestyle Interventions
These are the foundation of hormone balance and overall well-being:
1. Nutrition
- Whole-food diet rich in vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, and healthy fats
- Phytoestrogens like flaxseed, soy, and lentils for natural estrogen support
- Minimize sugar and alcohol to help with hot flashes and mood swings
- Ensure adequate calcium and vitamin D for bone health
2. Exercise
- Strength training to preserve muscle and protect bone density
- Cardio for cardiovascular and metabolic support
- Yoga or Pilates to support flexibility, mobility, and stress reduction
3. Sleep Hygiene
- Maintain consistent sleep/wake times
- Sleep in a cool, dark, quiet environment
- Limit screen exposure before bed
- Magnesium or herbal teas may aid relaxation
4. Stress Management
- Journaling, mindfulness, meditation, or breathwork
- Vagal nerve stimulation to calm the nervous system
5. Avoid Toxins
Reduce exposure to endocrine disruptors (e.g., plastics, parabens, household chemicals)
Supplements
We use targeted supplementation to support hormone balance and reduce symptoms, with or without BHRT.
For Hormone Balance & Symptom Support
- Hormone Advantage (DIM)
- Black Cohosh
- Dong Quai
- Maca Root
- Chasteberry (Vitex)
For Sleep & Mood
- Magnesium bisglycinate
- Melatonin
- Ashwagandha
- Progesterone
For Bone & Heart Health
- Calcium + Vitamin D3
- Vitamin K2
- Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA)
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
When symptoms are moderate to severe or not relieved by lifestyle changes alone, BHRT can offer powerful relief.
1. Estrogen (Estradiol E2)
- Delivered via subcutaneous pellet
- Improves hot flashes, night sweats, mood, vaginal dryness, and bone density
2. Progesterone
- Micronized (oral)
- Protects the uterus and improves sleep and mood
3. Testosterone
- Subcutaneous pellet
- Supports libido, energy, cognition, and muscle mass
4. DHEA
- Added if labs show deficiency
5. Monitoring
- Regular lab work: estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA-S, SHBG, FSH, LH
- Symptom tracking to fine-tune dosing
Your Consultation & Treatment Plan
This isn’t a five-minute visit where you’re handed a prescription and rushed out the door. At Longevity Health Clinic, we take your concerns seriously because we’ve seen how life-changing the right support can be.
Your menopause care starts with a deeply personal, no-pressure consultation. We’ll talk through what you’ve been experiencing, physically, emotionally, hormonally, and take the time to truly listen. You’ll never feel dismissed here.
From there, we’ll:
- Carefully review your symptoms, health history, and lifestyle
- Order comprehensive hormone and metabolic lab testing to understand what’s really going on beneath the surface
- Talk through your goals, preferences, and any past experiences with hormone treatment or supplements
- Design a tailored Menopause Treatment plan that may include bioidentical hormones (BHRT), targeted supplements, and realistic lifestyle changes you can actually stick with
We walk you through your results in plain language, explain every option available, and help you move forward feeling empowered, not overwhelmed.
Recovery, Results & Long-Term Support
Most Charlottesville Menopause Treatment patients start to feel improvement within 2–4 weeks, with more consistent results in 6–8 weeks. Full hormonal balance can take up to 3 months, depending on the treatment approach.
There is no downtime with BHRT pellet insertions, and our team remains available for questions, symptom tracking, and ongoing support. Lab work is typically repeated every 3–6 months to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Schedule Your Charlottesville Menopause Consultation Today
You don’t have to navigate menopause alone. Whether you’re just starting to notice changes or deep in the thick of it, we’re here to support you with science-backed care, thoughtful listening, and personalized solutions.
Call (434) 433-8716 or book online to get started.
Menopause Treatment
FAQ
No. Pellet insertions are quick and use a local anesthetic. Most Charlottesville Menopause Treatment patients experience little to no discomfort.
There are minimal risks with proper monitoring. We carefully screen each patient and adjust doses based on labs and symptoms.
Yes. Many patients benefit from lifestyle changes and targeted supplements. We’ll help you decide what’s right for your body.
Menopause Treatment costs vary based on labs, BHRT prescriptions, and supplements. We provide transparent pricing during your consultation.
Some laboratory tests might be covered, but generally, BHRT and supplements are not included. We provide flexible payment options and plans, and we also accept HSA and FSA payments for your convenience.
