Women's Hormone Rebalance Program
Begin Your Journey to Hormonal Harmony
and Empowered Wellness
- Mon - Fri: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sat - Sun: Closed
- 124 Lomas Santa Fe Drive Suite
- 206, Solana Beach, CA 92075
Unveiling the Mysteries of Menopause
Your Guide to Understanding and Navigating Menopause
Menopause is more than just a transition; it's a new chapter in a woman's life that comes with its own set of challenges and changes. From the calmness in your evenings to the energy in your mornings, estrogen and progesterone are the subtle forces at play. When menopause steps in, it may bring along hot flashes, shift your mood, and alter your sleep patterns. But understanding menopause is the first step towards reclaiming your zest for life and embracing the journey ahead. Through personalized treatment plans and holistic approaches, you can manage the symptoms of menopause, and continue to lead a vibrant and fulfilling life.
Causes, Signs & Symptoms
Menopause occurs when reproductive hormone levels decline with age, and menstrual periods stop. The most common symptoms of menopause are hot flashes and night sweats (also called vasomotor symptoms). They vary from mild to quite intense. Other common symptoms include:
- Emotional changes(depression, anxiety)
- Insomnia and fatigue
- Headaches, joint pain, muscle aches
- Weight gain
- Sexual Discomfort
- Altered sex drive
- Dry skin and acne
- Vaginal dryness
Menopause Treatment Options at Spark Health
Enhancing your quality of life during menopause is achievable with the right treatment strategies. At Spark Health, we are committed to offering a diverse array of treatment options, each specifically tailored to meet your unique needs.
- Dietary Changes
- Herbal Supplements
- Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
Can be prescription creams, patches, or pellets.
Why Spark Health?
With you all the way
Navigating menopause may seem daunting, but with our dedicated guidance, it becomes a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. At Spark Health, we demystify menopause, offering a comprehensive understanding and a roadmap to optimize your health during this natural phase of life and beyond.
Our dedicated team at Spark Health is committed to ensuring a seamless transition through menopause while laying a foundation for flourishing health in the years to come. With in-depth education, diverse treatment options, personalized care, and a comprehensive wellness plan, embrace the journey of menopause with confidence and optimism.
Our Approach
Our approach is designed to provide a holistic understanding and effective management of menopause, aligning with your unique hormonal blueprint and promoting a seamless transition through this natural phase of life.
Treatment Process
Embark on a personalized journey towards understanding and managing menopause with our structured Women’s Hormone Rebalance Program. Each stage is meticulously crafted to provide a holistic understanding and effective management of menopause, aligning with your unique hormonal blueprint and promoting a seamless transition through this natural phase of life.
Ready to Begin?
Seamless Transition, Thriving Health
Join us at Spark Health for a transformative approach to menopause management. Let's navigate this journey together, with education, care, and a commitment to your long-term wellness.
Our Team
Dr. Shacy Rivera, ND
Dr. Shacy Rivera devotes her professional career to bridging the gap for individuals to meet their healthcare needs and reach their health goals. Prior to earning her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from National University of Natural Medicine, she completed her pre-medical training at USC and earned her Master’s in Public Health (MPH) from Drexel University with a focus in Community Health and Prevention. As a naturopathic doctor, Dr. Rivera brings her past expertise at the population level to the individual level to provide compassionate, quality, patient-centered naturopathic care, treating each patient as a whole for optimal health and quality of life. Before joining the Spark Health team, Dr. Rivera practiced in San Jose, CA, integrating Ayurveda with naturopathic medicine through the use of herbal medicine, diet, and lifestyle interventions. At Spark Health, Dr. Rivera continues to treat a wide range of health conditions with a focus in hormone balance/management, weight loss, digestive health concerns, and chronic disease prevention and treatment. She works with patients to identify the root cause of their illness/imbalance and develops individualized treatment plans for health and wellness with lifestyle interventions, supplements, and hormone prescriptions. As a Southern California native, Dr. Rivera enjoys being back to where her life began, spending quality time with her family and friends and being near the beach. She appreciates the simple pleasures in life yet is always up for the next adventure! Dr. Rivera is a member of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association (CNDA) and the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP).
Dr Jennifer Zeglen, ND
Dr. Jennifer Zeglen helps people get their health back in balance and empowers them to create the life they want. After completing pre-medical training at UCLA, she earned her Doctorate in naturopathic medicine (ND) from Bastyr University in Seattle, WA. She operated her own successful family medicine practice for 10 years before joining the SPARK team in 2016. She has consistently blended conventional medical knowledge with natural medicine to create a holistic, individualized focus to patient care. As a family medicine provider, Dr. Zeglen has specialized in integrative care for all ages and a wide variety of conditions. Areas of her focus include hormone balance (helping women and men navigate hormone changes that impact energy, metabolism, and quality of life) metabolic health/weight loss, autoimmune disease, digestive problems, and pediatrics. Her goal is to empower patients to live their best life, uncover the root causes of illness, and design treatment plans that are strategic and do-able. Dr. Zeglen uses a combination of diet changes, exercise, supplements, homeopathy, hormone prescriptions, conventional medication prescriptions and health coaching to achieve success. When away from the office, Dr. Zeglen enjoys exploring and traveling with her friends, family, and dogs.
Marisa Doupis, LVN
IV Nurse
From a young age Marisa loved helping people and has continued for over 20 years. She started as a nursing assistant, then became a Licensed Practical Nurse and continued working in a variety of settings and roles such as health coaching, wellness, and prevention. Marisa is also a Licensed Massage Therapist, Yoga instructor and Reiki Practitioner. Marisa combines all her passions so that she can treat the whole person: mind, body and spirit. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her family, hiking, riding her bike, going to the beach, and singing in bands.
Nicole Alexander
Medical Assistant
Nicole has worked as a medical assistance for over 20 years in traditional medical settings and alternative care practices. She is a natural caretaker and loves being able to support patients and provide them with a positive experience. Nicole's vibrant personality will put a smile on your face, and her gentle touch along with her personalized approach will keep you at ease while having your blood drawn or receiving vitamin injections.
Kaitlyn Rankin
Care Coordinator
Kaitlyn graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Health Communication. While earning her degree, she quickly became aware of the many discrepancies in the healthcare industry, which ultimately sparked her passion to want to play a role in patient advocacy. She plans to continue her education and earn her Master's in healthcare administration to further her ability to help patients in need. When she's not in the clinic, you can find her laying in the sand and soaking up the sun with her head buried in a book or snuggling with her cat Lily.
Frequently Asked Questions
Menopause marks the end of menstrual cycles and is diagnosed after a woman has gone 12 months without a menstrual period (and lab markers can confirm the diagnosis). Evaluation can also involve assessing symptoms like hot flashes and hormonal testing.
Menopause unfolds in three stages: perimenopause (leading up to menopause with diminishing progesterone and estrogen production), menopause (marked by the end of menstrual periods), and post-menopause (the years following menopause).
Common symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, emotional changes, insomnia, and changes in sexual desire among others. Some symptoms are temporary, while others will be ongoing.
The program begins with a 60-minute initial visit with a Naturopathic Doctor, followed by blood tests, a lab review follow-up, a brief check-in call, and subsequent follow-up lab tests and reviews to monitor and adjust your treatment plan.
Treatment options vary from natural methods like dietary adjustments and herbal supplements to hormonal therapies like bio-identical estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone replacement. These are available in a variety of forms, including compounded creams, oral capsules, patches, and pellets.
The process of menopause can last anywhere from 2 to 10 years, with the severity and duration of symptoms varying from person to person. Some health changes will continue beyond this menopausal time period.
At Spark Health, we provide a holistic approach to menopause management, encompassing a thorough understanding of what to expect from hormonal changes, personalized treatment plans that extend beyond just hormonal symptoms, and continuous prevention and health optimization through your unique and empowered life.