The Hormone Connection: How to Thrive in Midlife with More Energy, Focus and Confidence
Join Julie Farrelly NP and Ana Plesec, Health Coach, facilitated by Dr Sandeep Gupta, for an educational discussion on the hormonal changes experienced during midlife and menopause. This session provides a holistic and evidence-based framework for understanding hormone imbalances, lifestyle interventions, testing options and integrative treatment approaches to support energy, mental clarity, wellbeing and confidence through every stage of menopause.
May 27, 2026 - Wednesday - 7:00 PM QLD
What You Will Learn
This educational webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the hormonal changes that occur during midlife and menopause, and the integrative strategies that can help women restore energy, clarity, balance and confidence. Participants will explore the key drivers behind common menopausal symptoms and gain practical insights into evidence-based lifestyle, nutritional and hormonal support options.
The session highlights the importance of taking a holistic and personalised approach to hormonal health, combining functional testing, lifestyle medicine and supportive care strategies to optimise wellbeing during the menopause transition.
Hormonal Imbalances:
Understand the most common hormonal shifts experienced during perimenopause and menopause, including symptoms affecting mood, sleep, energy and cognition.
Hormonal Testing:
An overview of available hormone testing options and how testing can help guide personalised treatment and support strategies.
Integrative Management:
Explore evidence-based lifestyle practices, nutritional support and herbal medicine approaches for navigating menopause naturally and effectively.
Bio-Identical Hormones:
Learn about bio-identical hormone therapy, when it may be appropriate, and how it can be incorporated into an individualised care plan.
What You'll Discover
Midlife Health Changes:
Why hormonal fluctuations can impact energy, mental clarity, metabolism, sleep and emotional wellbeing during menopause.
Personalised Care Approaches:
The importance of tailored health strategies that consider lifestyle, stress, nutrition and hormonal balance.
Holistic Support Framework:
How integrative medicine, health coaching and preventative care can support long-term hormonal health and vitality.
Hormonal Harmony Program:
An introduction to Lotus Holistic Medicine’s new Hormonal Harmony Program and the support available for women navigating menopause and midlife health changes.
Meet Our Key Speakers
Speakers
Nurse Julie Farrelly
Julie is a Nurse Practitioner at Lotus Holistic Medicine. After earning her Masters of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) degree from Flinders University in 2005, Julie gained extensive experience in emergency departments, remote industrial settings, and general practice. Over the last decade, she has embraced Integrative and Functional Medicine, completing advanced qualifications such as an Advanced Diploma of Nutritional Medicine, Applied Functional Medicine Certification (USA), BHRT Certification (USA), and Health and Wellness Coaching certifications (Australia).
As a member of the Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM), Julie is progressing through the ACNEM Fellowship program. At Lotus Holistic Medicine, she combines her expertise in Functional Medicine and her Nurse Practitioner skills to support patients on their journey to optimal health.
Speakers
Ana Plesec
Ana Plesec is an Integrative Health Coach dedicated to helping individuals navigate the path to better health in their everyday lives. She is passionate about the holistic model of health, which addresses all pillars of well-being—mind, body, and spirit.
Ana’s own healing journey deepened her understanding of the importance of treating the body as a whole. Her curiosity and commitment to uncovering the root causes of her health challenges led her to study at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (USA), where she graduated in 2022.
There, she gained expertise in over 100 dietary theories—including Ayurveda, gluten-free, Paleo, raw, vegan, and macrobiotics—as well as in lifestyle management and cutting-edge coaching techniques. She studied under renowned health and wellness experts such as Joshua Rosenthal, David Wolfe, Dr. Joel Fuhrman, and Dr. Andrew Weil.
In early 2025, Ana expanded her knowledge by becoming a certified herbal therapist. Her education has provided her with a comprehensive foundation in holistic nutrition, health coaching, herbalism, and preventative wellness. Ana supports her clients by focusing on key pillars of healing, including diet, detoxification, supplement guidance, stress management, and cultivating the right mindset.
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