Cut Through the Confusion. 
Get the Facts. Feel Like Yourself Again.

Menopausal Hormone Therapy: 
Understanding the Real Risks 
& Benefits

This course is designed for anyone in menopause, including women and non-binary and transgender people.

Cut Through the Confusion. 
Get the Facts. Feel Like Yourself Again.

Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Understanding the Real Risks & Benefits

This course is designed for anyone in menopause, including women and non-binary and transgender people.

You’re in midlife, and feeling like you’ve ‘lost’ who you once were.
You’ve been dealing with:
  •  Mood swings
  • ​Sleep disturbances
  • ​Energy crashes
And this makes getting through your day a struggle.

You’re not feeling like yourself, and it’s likely due to changes around perimenopause and menopause.

You’ve heard about Menopausal Hormone Therapy, and wondering if it could help you feel better, more like yourself.

But there’s so much conflicting information out there on the topic.

And it feels SO hard to get real information that you can trust.
  • You’re tired of health practitioners who don’t seem to really be listening
  • ​You’re wondering if hormone therapy can really make a difference for you
  • ​You’re confused by the benefits vs. risks
  • ​You’ve heard Menopausal Hormone Therapy could increase your cancer risk
You’re confused and exhausted — there’s so much noise, and it’s overwhelming to figure out what’s actually TRUE.

It doesn’t have to be that way! 

Finding your way through this midlife transition 
doesn’t have to feel like you’re standing on your head.
Imagine…
…Cutting straight through the misinformation and noise.

…Fully understanding the real benefits and risks of Menopausal Hormone Therapy.

…Being able to have informed and confident conversations with your health provider

…Having the energy, stability and vitality to show up fully in your work, your passions, for your family and friends.
…And FINALLY feeling like yourself again.


Introducing 
  Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Understanding the Real Benefits & Risks

A 3-part, self-paced course to help you feel confident and clear about your options.



Introducing 
Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Understanding the Real Benefits & Risks

 A 3-part, self-paced course to help you feel confident and clear about your options.

Understand Your Treatment Options

Walk away with evidence-based information on menopausal hormone therapy, its benefits, and its possible risks.

Feel Confident in Conversations 
with Providers

Be empowered with the knowledge and confidence to make a more informed decision about Menopausal Hormone Therapy with your healthcare provider.

Ditch the Head-Spinning Advice

Move on from the conflicting and confusing advice on the internet, social media, and from well-meaning friends and family. Get clear on your treatment options from a professional.

Feel Like Yourself Again — with Facts, not Fear

Learn how hormone therapy may support your well-being, with clear evidence-based guidance.

Understand Your Treatment Options

Walk away with evidence-based information on menopausal hormone therapy, its benefits, and its possible risks.

Feel Confident in Conversations with Providers

Be empowered with the knowledge and confidence to make a more informed decision about Menopausal Hormone Therapy with your healthcare provider. 

Ditch the Head-spinning Advice 

Move on from the conflicting and confusing advice on the internet, social media, and from well-meaning friends and family. Get clear on your treatment options from a professional.

Feel Like Yourself Again — with Facts, not Fear

Learn how hormone therapy may support your well-being, with clear evidence-based guidance.

Expert Designed

Developed by a 
Naturopathic Doctor who provides perimenopause and menopause-focused care.

Created Specifically for Individuals in Midlife 

Information to empower: Helping you make decisions that align with your health, your identity, and the life you want to live.

A Simple Framework

A structured, easy-to-follow, self-paced course to help you feel confident and clear in midlife.

Through 3 modules, 12 videos, and handouts & screening tools, you’ll learn what you need to know about Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), MHT & breast cancer, and MHT & heart disease.
Menopausal Hormone Therapy: 
Understanding the Real Benefits & Risks
This 3-part, self-paced course provides clear, evidence-based information on menopausal hormone therapy and its benefits, as well as a nuanced discussion of possible risks. You’ll leave this course with knowledge and confidence to make a more informed decision about Menopausal Hormone Therapy with your healthcare provider.

Here’s What’s Included:

3-modules that cover in depth: Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), MHT & Breast Cancer, and MHT & Heart Disease.

12 informative videos within these 3 modules.

Handouts tied to each of the modules - yours to download and keep forever.

Checklists and screening tools to help you determine your risks.

Here's What's Included:

3-modules that cover in depth: Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), MHT & Breast Cancer, and MHT & Heart Disease.

12 informative videos within these 3 modules.

Hormone Health Guidance 

Understand and support your body post-baby.

Handouts tied to each of the modules - yours to download and keep forever.

Checklists and screening tools to help you determine your risks.

Movement Made Simple

Support your body wherever you're starting from.

Meet Dr. Marie Benkley

Hey there! 

I’m Dr. Marie Benkley. I am a menopause- and perimenopause-focused naturopathic doctor practicing in Portland, OR, as well as virtually throughout OR, WA and NH. I provide comprehensive menopause healthcare, treating bothersome symptoms such as hot flashes as well as addressing other areas of health that can be impacted by menopause, including mental health, sexual health, cardiovascular health and bone health.

As a naturopathic physician, I integrate natural and conventional treatment options, offering the most evidence-based care, informed by the best research available and my clinical expertise.
 
I maintain an on-going commitment to providing care that is patient-centered, collaborative and trauma-informed. I strive to listen deeply and work to develop treatment plans aligned with individual needs and goals. I am a queer woman and am passionate about inclusive menopause care for LGBTQ+ people. 

Outside of my professional life, I am a competitive powerlifter and outdoor enthusiast with a love of hiking, backpacking, rock climbing and riding motorcycles.
If you’re an individual who wants to stay active, engaged, and vibrant in your career, relationships, sports, and passions, this course is for you.
If you’re committed to making health decisions that support long-term well-being, then this course is for you!

INSIDE the Course — Here’s What You’ll Learn:

Module 1: Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT)

  • What MHT is, what it treats (and what it doesn’t)
  • Different types of hormone therapy
  • ​The potential risks and how to interpret them
  • ​Testosterone therapy — when it’s considered and what it can do

Module 2: MHT & Breast Cancer

  • What actually increases — or decreases — breast cancer risk
  • Myths vs facts (spoiler: antiperspirants and underwire bras are not to blame)
  • ​How to understand your personal breast cancer risk factors
  • ​Screening guidelines: when mammograms and additional imaging are appropriate
  • ​Why breast density matters and how to advocate for yourself
  • ​The truth about MHT and breast cancer risk, without the fear
  • ​Tools and calculators to better understand your individual risk

Module 3: MHT & Heart Disease

  • How hormone therapy affects your cardiovascular health
  • The impact of timing: why when you start MHT matters
  • ​How to understand blood clot risk and reduce it
  • ​Key risk factors for heart disease and how to screen for them
  • ​Practical steps you can take to protect your heart health
You’ve taken care of everyone else. Now it’s time to take care of you
Full price $499
$399*
Founder's Pricing
*Pricing in Canadian Dollars
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
3 In-depth Modules
12 informative videos
Handouts for each module
Checklists and screening tools
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the course?
The course is self-paced and includes 3 modules, with 2-3 videos each. Videos are 5-40 minutes in length.
Will this replace my doctor?
No! This course is not medical advice. The information presented is considered educational. We always recommend that people consult with their doctor before making health changes, which you can read more about in our terms and conditions. There is no doctor-patient relationship formed and this course does not replace seeing a doctor. If you have specific medical concerns, we recommend consulting with your primary care provider.
Is there a refund policy?
We do not accept returns or refunds; this course is final sale. Once you purchase the course, all of the material is yours from day 1, and so we can't take it back.
How much time do I need each week?
The course is self-paced, and the modules are broken into lessons that range from 5-40 minutes in length.
How long will I have access to this program?
You will have access to the program for 1-year after the purchase date. Scientific information changes, so we'll be updating the information in the course as the evidence changes over the years. All PDF resources are downloadable and can be stored on your personal device forever.
What type of support will I receive?
All the information you need is in the recorded videos, summary PDFs, and checklists.
How will I access this course/program or service?
You'll log in to the Carry on Health portal where you'll access all the video files and PDFs. You can stream the videos on-demand whenever you like.
Menopause doesn’t mean giving up the things you love. This is an opportunity to step into this next phase of life with clarity, confidence, and strength
This course is here to support you with the facts you need, without the fear.
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