Hi, I’m Thérèse

Menopause Wellness Coach & Founder of Vitality in Focus

I help women in midlife reclaim their energy, confidence, and sense of self — so they can move through menopause feeling strong, vibrant, and fully alive.

Menopause wellness coach backpacking beside an alpine lake, reflecting strength, vitality, and confidence in midlife.

My Story

When I first entered menopause more than a decade ago, I was caught off guard. Brain fog clouded my focus. Fatigue hit hard. My joints ached, my sleep was restless, and my motivation slipped away. I felt disconnected from my body — and from the woman I used to be.

Doctors offered quick fixes, but few answers. It was a lonely, confusing time.

So I decided to take matters into my own hands. I found a doctor who listened and believed me. Together we worked on things that diet and exercise alone couldn’t fix. Then, I began learning everything I could about women’s health, hormones, nutrition, movement, and mindset. Slowly, through small, consistent changes, I began to feel like me again — clear-headed, energized, and strong.

That experience lit a spark in me: a desire to help other women navigate this same transition with understanding, compassion, and confidence. Already a health and wellness coach, I turned my practice to work with middle age women with a focus on vitality. Hence; Vitality in Focus.

Menopause health coach standing in a forest, representing a grounded and compassionate approach to midlife wellness.
Midlife woman practicing mindful movement in a forest, symbolizing strength, balance, and resilience.

My Coaching Philosophy

I believe midlife is not an ending — it’s a powerful new beginning.

Menopause is a natural transition, not something to “fix” or fight against. My work focuses on helping women understand their changing bodies and establish habits that nurture long-term health and vitality.

Together, we focus on what truly supports your wellbeing:

  • Sleep that restores your body and mind

  • Nutrition that fuels energy and balance

  • Movement that feels joyful and builds strength

  • Mindset that encourages self-compassion and resilience

Through personalized coaching, we create realistic, sustainable routines — so you can feel empowered, not overwhelmed.

I’m a certified Health and Wellness Coach, with ongoing training in women’s midlife health, and behavior change psychology.

My approach blends evidence-based coaching with real-life practicality and deep empathy — because I’ve been where you are.

My Qualifications

Outside of Coaching

When I’m not working with clients, you’ll find me outdoors — hiking and taking pictures. This is when I feel most alive. The pictures on my website are ones I have taken while on outdoor adventures.

I live in Central Oregon surrounded by the beautiful Cascade Mountains. I raised two boys with my husband of 35 years, and our first grandchild is a year old.

I love cooking fresh, colorful meals and spending time with my family. Simple, joyful moments are what keep me grounded.

Midlife woman resting in nature, reflecting self-care, balance, and connection during menopause.
Midlife woman sitting on a rocky overlook, reflecting on health, vitality, and life transitions in nature.

If you’re ready to take charge of your health and rediscover your vitality, I’d love to support you.

Book a free 30-minute consultation — let’s talk about where you are, what you want, and how we can get there together. There’s no obligation or pressure to make a commitment.

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