Perimenopause & Menopause Treatment in Downers Grove, IL
This Transition Doesn't Have to Feel Like a Crisis
Hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, mood swings, and zero energy — perimenopause and menopause are natural, but suffering through them isn't required.
Sound Familiar?
This Isn't 'Just Part of Getting Older.'
These symptoms are common — but that doesn't mean you have to suffer through them.
Hot flashes that hit at the worst possible moments — meetings, dinners, the middle of the night
Night sweats that drench your sheets and destroy your sleep
Weight gain that seems impossible to control, especially around your midsection
Mood swings so intense you don't recognize yourself
Anxiety, irritability, or a sense of dread that wasn't there before
Brain fog so thick you can't remember words or finish a thought
Your libido has vanished and intimacy has become uncomfortable
You feel like you're aging overnight and no one takes your symptoms seriously
Menopause Is a Transition — Not a Sentence
Perimenopause typically begins in your late 30s to mid-40s, when estrogen and progesterone levels start to fluctuate. Menopause is confirmed when you've gone 12 consecutive months without a period. But the symptoms can start years before that milestone.
The frustrating reality? Many women are told to 'just deal with it' or that their symptoms are 'normal for their age.' That's not acceptable. These are real medical symptoms with root causes that can be treated.
At TRU Integrative Wellness, our functional medicine practitioner specializes in menopause symptom management with confidence. Dr. Marshall and our integrative medicine team create personalized treatment plans that address your specific symptoms, lifestyle, and health goals — so you can feel like yourself again.
Benefits
How We Can Help
Significant reduction in hot flashes and night sweats
Better, deeper, uninterrupted sleep
Stabilized mood and reduced anxiety
Easier weight management and metabolism support
Restored mental clarity and focus
Renewed libido and improved comfort during intimacy
Healthier skin, hair, and bones
Protection against long-term health risks like osteoporosis and heart disease
The Science
Your Treatment Options
We use an integrative approach that combines hormone therapy with lifestyle and nutritional strategies for comprehensive symptom relief.
Treatments
Your Treatment Options
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
The gold standard for menopause symptom management. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy uses hormones identical to what your body naturally produces — delivered via hormone pellet therapy, creams, or customized protocols. It directly addresses the root cause of your symptoms: hormonal decline.
Integrative Lifestyle Support
Hormones are only part of the picture. We also address nutrition, stress management, sleep optimization, and exercise strategies that work synergistically with hormone therapy for the best possible outcome.
Targeted Supplements & Nutraceuticals
When appropriate, we recommend evidence-based supplements to support adrenal health, bone density, mood, and sleep — all common concerns during the menopausal transition.
Your Journey
Your Journey Through Menopause — On Your Terms
Comprehensive Hormone & Wellness Panel
We start with detailed bloodwork that goes beyond the basics — evaluating estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, adrenal markers, and more to understand exactly where you stand.
Your Personal Consultation
We take the time to understand your symptoms, your history, and what matters most to you. This is your appointment — not a rushed 10-minute visit.
Your Custom Treatment Plan & Ongoing Care
We design a protocol tailored to your body and your goals. As your body adjusts, we monitor closely and fine-tune your plan so you continue to feel your best through every stage of this transition.
FAQ
Common Questions
Perimenopause can begin as early as your late 30s, though most women notice symptoms in their early to mid-40s. It's the phase when hormone levels start fluctuating before menopause officially begins. A functional medicine practitioner can help identify and address symptoms early.
No, but BHRT is often the most effective for moderate to severe menopause symptom management. Our integrative medicine approach may combine bioidentical hormone replacement therapy with lifestyle changes, nutritional support, and targeted supplements depending on your root cause.
Current research supports the safety of bioidentical hormones and hormone pellet therapy when properly prescribed and monitored. We conduct regular lab work and follow-ups to ensure your therapy remains safe and effective.
Yes — declining estrogen directly impacts metabolism and fat distribution. Restoring hormonal balance with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy often makes weight management significantly easier.
It's never too late. Many postmenopausal women benefit from BHRT for energy, bone health, cognitive function, and overall wellness and quality of life.
What Our Patients Say
Real reviews from real patients on Google.
"From the very first phone consultation to the moment I walked through the door, the staff made me feel like a VIP. They have my hormones back on track again."
— Kim W.
Google · February 2026Ready to Feel Like
Yourself Again?
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