Reclaim Your Energy, Confidence, and Joy in Midlife
Menopause doesn’t have to mean losing yourself. Hot flashes, brain fog, sleep struggles, weight gain, mood swings — these aren’t “just part of getting older.”
As an Occupational Therapist with 20+ years of experience and specialized training in menopause coaching, I help clients see the whole picture — not just the hot flashes, but how menopause impacts sleep, energy, work, relationships, and mood. You don’t have to suffer through this stage of life! I can help you integrate evidence-based lifestyle modifications to improve your quality of life.
The truth? Most women are never given the tools, knowledge, or support they need to thrive in midlife. Menopause requires action. And when you take it? Thriving in midlife is absolutely possible.
Hi, I'm Julie Parana!
I’m an Occupational Therapist working in adult inpatient rehabilitation for over 20 years. At 42, I underwent a hysterectomy due to adenomyosis. I was reassured by my doctor that since my ovaries were intact, my hormones would not be affected. Very soon after surgery I started to notice brain fog, weight gain, difficulty sleeping, dry skin and mysterious rashes. After several requests, bloodwork was finally ordered that confirmed I was post-menopausal. I began reading everything I could on menopause and researching ways to feel better. I started MHT (menopause hormone therapy) and found relief of some symptoms but needed to make other lifestyle changes in order to start feeling like myself again. I decided I wanted to help other women navigate this stage of life and received my Women’s Health Certification and became a Certified Menopause Coach. I have 200+ continuing education hours specifically in perimenopause/menopause. I am passionate about helping women feel their best in their menopausal years!
Coaching Plans
Menopause Empowerment Session
In this one time, 60-minute session we'll:
- Break down what's happening to your body
- Explore treatment and lifestyle options
- Help you advocate with your doctor
- Adress how menopause is impacting your roles, routines, and daily life
- Create a clear plan for next steps
Walk away feeling informed, empowered, and supported with a plan that fits your real life.
Ongoing Coaching Plans
1:1 personalized coaching to help you:
- Stay consistent with your plan
- Adjust strategies as your body changes
- Get expert guidance and accountability at every step
The 6 Pillars of Midlife Wellness I Address:
- Mindset & Identity – Navigating shifts in self-image and purpose.
- Nervous System Regulation – Tools to manage overwhelm, anxiety, and burnout.
- Stress Management – Evidence-based techniques to reduce the toll stress takes on hormones.
- Movement – Functional fitness, strength training programs, and exercise that's appropriate for hormonal health.
- Nutrition – Supportive nourishment strategies for energy, metabolism, and mood.
- Sleep Hygiene – Identifying and addressing the root causes of midlife sleep disruption.
Month-to-Month Plan: Perfect if you want flexibility and ongoing support without a long-term commitment. It includes (1) 45 min session per week, 4-week strength training program tailored to your fitness level, messaging support between sessions, personalized action plans and resources.
3-Month Reset Package: Ideal for women ready to focus, gain momentum, and make meaningful changes. Includes (1) 60 min session per week, a new 4-week strength training program each month, messaging support between sessions, goal tracking, symptom support, and tailored strategies.
6-Month Transformation Package: Best for deep, sustained change with consistent guidance and accountability. Includes (1) 60 session per week, a new 4-week strength training program each month focusing on progressive overload, ongoing messaging support, longer-term planning, progress tracking, and personalized action plans and resources.
See "Packages and Pricing" page for details. Not sure which package is right for you? Schedule a free consultation call and we'll find the best fit based on your lifestyle, goals, and needs!
Contact us
Location
Philadelphia, PA
19146