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HORMONE OPTIMIZATION

Comprehensive hormone optimization for women and men, designed around how you actually feel.

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When your hormones are off, everything is.

  • Exhaustion that sleep doesn’t fix.

  • Weight that won’t budge.

  • Mood swings, irritability, anxiety.

  • A libido that has gone quiet.

  • Brain fog and forgetfulness.

  • Sleep that no longer feels like sleep.


These aren't just things you have to accept as the years go on. They're signs that something in the system needs attention.

Your hormones might be the answer. When they're out of balance, you can feel it everywhere, in your energy, your sleep, your mood, and how you show up every day.

Whole-picture hormone care,  not just one number on a panel.

When your labs and your symptoms point to it, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is one of the tools we may use to help restore balance.

Bio-identical hormones are molecularly identical to the hormones your body makes on its own. We prescribe carefully, monitor with labs, and adjust as your body responds — because the goal isn't a single number on a panel, it's helping you feel clear-minded, vibrant, and more like yourself. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions.

Together, we'll choose the best fit for your lifestyle and goals.

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

12-Week Vitality Foundation Intensive

  • Every patient begins here. The Essence Vitality Evaluation is a standalone session designed to give you a clear, honest picture of what's happening inside your body, and what your next step should be.

    It includes a comprehensive lab panel drawn in-clinic and a 60-minute consultation with your provider to interpret your results against optimal ranges (not just "normal"), connect them to how you've been feeling, and outline the clinical strategy we'd recommend.

  • After labs, if treatment is recommended and you're ready to move forward, the next step is our 12-Week Vitality Foundation Intensive, a structured program designed to stabilize your hormones, support your metabolism, and help your body rebuild balance. It includes BHRT (if indicated), foundational supplements, structured checkpoints, lab rechecks, and ongoing messaging access throughout.

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  • FOR WOMEN:

    Your symptoms are not “just part of being a woman.” We see you… the fatigue, the mood changes, the sleep struggles, and all the little signs your body is asking for balance. You don’t have to push through or settle for feeling “off.” At Essence, we help women understand what’s really going on inside, supporting hormone health, energy, and overall well-being so you can feel like yourself again.

    Especially helpful for: perimenopause, menopause, PMOS, postpartum, and the in-between years where nothing feels quite right.

    FOR MEN:

    Low testosterone, andropause, fatigue, weight gain, lost edge… none of it has to be the new normal. We test comprehensively and treat thoughtfully, so you can show up the way you want to.

    FOR ANYONE:

    If you feel “off” and no one has been able to explain why, your hormones are worth a closer look.

  • Vitality isn’t a one-time achievement; it’s sustained through proactive care. The Longevity Collective provides ongoing oversight to preserve and elevate the results you’ve worked for. It’s a whole-body, long-term approach to staying well.

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What Our Patients Are Saying…

  • “I have loved everything I’ve done at Essence! I’ve done both functional medicine and gut health optimization, and I truly have never felt better. My energy is so much better, and the daily bloating and discomfort I used to deal with is gone. Kerri made me feel so heard and supported throughout the entire process.”

  • “Essence completely changed the way I view health and wellness. Through their functional medicine, gut health, and hormone care approach, I finally felt heard, understood, and supported as a whole person, not just a list of symptoms and tests that didn’t match how I felt. Their personalized care, vast knowledge and professionalism, and genuine investment in my overall well-being have helped me regain energy, balance, confidence, and a deeper understanding of my body, allowing me to feel healthier and more like myself than I have in years.”

  • “You guys have changed my life for the better in so many ways. Essence has been a huge part of caring for myself inside and out. They listen to all of my concerns and help me navigate my skin and health concerns. The functional medicine program has brought back my energy after 15+ years of battling fatigue, while other doctors have told me all of my labs look good, but I don’t feel good. If it wasn’t for Essence I would not be feeling as energized as I do physically and mentally! I didn’t know what living without major fatigue was like until now.”

  • “Before I started, I felt awful. I was exhausted all the time, short-tempered, and could barely drag myself through the day. Now my energy is back, the grogginess is gone, and I'm a lot more even-keeled. The muscle stiffness and joint pain that used to wear me down have eased up, and I actually want to be active. I feel like a completely different person.”

  • “The hormone optimization program offered at Essence was a life saver for me.  I suffered with menopause symptoms for 5 years before seeking a solution that would give me back my quality of life.  Kerri and the staff at Essence are so caring.  They take the time to explain the process and what to expect with the treatment program.  I appreciate they way they listen to my concerns and tailor a plan that fits my needs.  I would highly recommend anyone suffering from menopause symptoms to reach out to Kerri and the staff at Essence.”

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Like any medical treatment, hormone replacement therapy has both benefits and potential risks. That's why we test before we treat, prescribe based on your individual labs, symptoms, and history, monitor closely, and adjust as your body responds. We'll talk through what the research says for your situation so you can make an informed decision.

  • Synthetic hormones are chemically altered and not an exact match for your body, which can sometimes create unwanted side effects. Bio-identical hormones, on the other hand, are molecularly identical to what your body naturally produces. That means they work in harmony with your system, helping you experience results that feel more natural, comfortable, and truly you.

  • Many patients notice shifts within the first several weeks — often in energy, sleep, or mood first — though timelines vary from person to person. Deeper changes, like body composition, usually build gradually over the course of the program.

  • Hormone optimization is typically a long-term commitment because as we age, our bodies don't start producing more of the hormones we've lost. BHRT works for as long as you want the benefits to continue.

    And those benefits go well beyond how you feel day-to-day. Optimized hormone levels play a meaningful role in long-term brain, bone, heart, and metabolic health, which is why we think of BHRT less as a treatment for symptoms and more as ongoing support for how you want to age.

  • Yes. Hormone optimization at Essence is for both.

  • All of our health optimization offerings at Essence are self-pay. Most insurance plans classify advanced hormone, thyroid, and metabolic panels as "not medically necessary" and decline coverage, which often leaves patients with retail-rate lab bills several times higher than self-pay pricing. To protect you from that experience, we draw your labs in-clinic at transparent, negotiated rates, with no surprise billing.

  • Yes, most patients are able to use HSA or FSA funds. We recommend confirming eligibility with your plan administrator.