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Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is remarkable because it is both adaptable and revolutionary; its usefulness is not limited to the treatment of menopausal symptoms alone. HRT emerges as a ray of hope for people undergoing hormonal imbalance due to a wide range of causes, just a few: natural hormone fluxes (puberty, menstruation, puberty, pregnancy, lactase, menopause), intense physical training, and certain medical disorders. Hormonal fluctuations can trigger or cause psychiatric symptoms.
Conditions Helped with Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Despite its common association with this demographic, it’s important to remember that HRT can help a far wider range of individuals. Hormone treatment (HRT) can help people whose hormones are unbalanced and are experiencing:
Depressive mood (feeling down, sad, on the verge of tears, lack of drive)
Irritability (mood swings, feeling aggressive, angers easily)
Anxiety (inner restlessness, feeling panicky, feeling nervous, inner tension)
Sleep problems (difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early)
Sweating or hot flashes (night sweats or increased episodes of sweating)
- Sexual problems (change in sexual desire, sexual activity, orgasm and/or satisfaction)
Difficulties with memory and concentration
Hair loss, thinning or change in texture of hair
Feeling cold all the time or have cold hands or feet
Weight gain or difficulty losing weight despite diet and exercise
Dry skin
Hormone Replacement Therapy Treatments
Our providers will work closely with you to evaluate your medical and mental health history to understand the symptoms you are experiencing and your health goals. Next, we will test your hormone levels to determine the right HRT and dosage to help provide better mental and physical health. Hormones can change frequently so your provider will meet with you and continue to test regularly so that you are at optimum therapeutic levels.
Hormone replacement therapy may include testosterone, estrogen, progesterone and/or a thyroid hormone. One of the therapeutic options we provide for our patients is testosterone replacement therapy. It has been proven to be effective in both men and women for a wide variety of symptoms.
Testosterone Replacement Therapy and its Effect on Men’s Mental Health
Low levels of testosterone have been linked to a host of negative mental and physical health symptoms in males. Some symptoms caused by low testosterone levels are fatigue, depression, anxiety, irritability, insomnia, and difficulty concentrating. It is thought that it impacts the brain and cognitive processing because it is a neuroactive steroid. Testosterone Replacement Therapy has been shown to reduce depressive symptoms, improve mood, and give men a revitalized sense of vitality and energy.
Testosterone Therapy
Replacement for Women
Despite its stereotypical association with men, the hormone testosterone is crucial to the well-being of women as well. It is significance in preserving physical and mental well-being, making it a vital aspect in our hormone replacement treatments.
Benefits of Testosterone for Women
Testosterone, which is produced in women by the ovaries and the adrenal glands in lower quantities, is essential for healthy sexual development but also impacts other physical things in a woman’s body such as:
- libido
- vitality
- bone density
- mental clarity
- skin quality
- muscle tone
- joint health
Many women are seeking HRT options to improve mental and physical health overall. Research has shown that low doses of testosterone can help women struggling with exhaustion, depression, thinning skin, aching joints, mental fog, and cognitive decline.
Seeking Individualized Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone Therapy Replacement is not limited to menopausal men and women. There are a wide variety of conditions that can be managed with the proper HRT. Your Provider will consult, test, and discuss your options with you to develop a regimen that is individualized for you. Mental and Physical health is specific to each person and your treatment options should be too. Our Staff consists of psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, family nurse practitioners, licensed therapists, perinatal care providers, and more. We will collaborate to find you the relief you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
about Hormone Replacement Therapy
Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have or if you would like a more in-depth, individual consultation on Hormone Replacement Therapy.
Providers Who Work With This Condition
Amanda Farrell
PMHNP-BC
Amanda provides care in our Lakewood office and virtually. She accepts Aetna, UHC, Cigna, and BCBS. Amanda is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). She received a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota before going on to become a Registered Nurse and PMHNP. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
Ellen Hughes
PMHNP- BC
Ellen provides care in our Lakewood office and virtually. She accepts Aetna, UHC, Cigna, and BCBS. Ellen is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has her Doctorate in Nursing Practice. She joined Wellness Psychiatry in November 2022 with the goal of providing compassionate, evidence-based care to a wide variety of patients.
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what our clients say
I was extremely apprehensive on my first visit because I was in a very bad mental state. Amanda was very thorough, very friendly, and made me feel very comfortable from the very beginning. As I recovered I looked forward to our visits but in the end we mutually decided that it was time for me to leave the nest and fly away. If I ever need her I can always call on her. There was something about the layout of the office, the furnishings, and the calming energy that always put me at ease. My first encounter with psychiatric counseling was definitely a positive experience and something that I'll cherish.
Charles
This office is amazing! Anyone who struggles with mental health or neurodivergence knows how frustrating and overwhelming advocating for yourself can be. I recently transitioned from a GP to seeing Jordan Gough with Wellness Psychiatry. My hope was to have a bit less frustration with medication management for ADHD. Transitioning to this office has been a life changing experience. I left my first appointment feeling supported and understood for the first time in 20 years. I feel like Jordan honestly cares and listens. Her compassion and empathy is palpable and I honestly feel like I have someone who WANTS to help me.
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Wellness has been awesome. I’ve seen Jordan Gough for the last couple weeks now. As an adult being treated for ADHD for the first time in my life, I walked into the experience a little nervous. Jordan has made me feel comfortable from the get-go. She does a great job of making sure I understand all the science-y stuff that goes into ADHD and treatment without making me feel dumb or confused. If Jordan, as a knowledgeable, professional, and caring psychiatrist, is the standard for Wellness then you know the place is great.
Erin
This is the best psychiatry practice I have been to. Everyone I have worked with has been empathetic and understanding. The office feels very warm and I feel very taken care of. I always know when I call or email, Riley will be super responsive to my needs. Highly recommend!
Ellen
Amanda has been incredibly helpful. I'm much happier and more productive.
Bob
Wellness Psychiatry goes above and beyond. Everyone from admin to clinical staff. The team fosters warmth and are very attentive to your needs. Addressing mental health has felt overwhelming but this team makes it me feel comfortable and supported. Thanks!
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