OCTOBER 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Grand America Hotel
Grand Salon
Salt Lake City, utah
GROUP RATE: $70
REGULAR ADMISSION: $75

expert speakers +
honest conversations
wellness resources + supportive community
real answers +
practical insights
lunch included
with registration

If you’ve felt unlike yourself,
you’re not alone.
Perimenopause and menopause can bring changes that feel confusing, isolating, and hard to explain. The Pause Project was created to change that.
This one-day experience brings together expert insight, meaningful conversations, and a community of women looking for answers, support, and a better way forward.
Explore the Topics
From hormones to mental health, sleep to sexual wellness; our expert-led sessions cover the issues that matter most in midlife.
Get a look at what you'll learn at The Pause Project.
Hormones, HRT
& Natural Options
Understand your options and what's right for your unique body and symptoms.
Brain Fog, Anxiety & Mood Changes
Learn why it happens and what you can do to feel more like yourself again.
Weight, Nutrition & Metabolism
Discover strategies to support your body, boost metabolism, and feel strong at every stage.
Sleep &
Energy
Practical solutions to improve your sleep quality and reclaim your energy.
Sex, Libido
& Relationships
Open, honest conversations about intimacy, connection, and feeling good.
Midlife &
Beyond
Gain tools and insights to navigate this next chapter with confidence and purpose.

Nicea DeGering
Host & Emcee | The Pause Project
Nicea DeGering is an Emmy Award-winning television host, journalist, and longtime co-host of ABC4’s Good Things Utah. For three decades, she has connected with audiences through engaging interviews, authentic storytelling, and her signature warmth and humor.
As the host and emcee of The Pause Project, Nicea will guide us through a day of expert insights, honest conversations, and connection, helping bring energy, relatability, and a little fun to the menopause conversation.
Meet Our Speakers
Real Experts. Real Talk. Real Support.

Mental Health Provider, Eating Disorder Specialist, Perimenopause Advocate
Andrea Beckstrom
Helping women understand the mental health changes of perimenopause through compassionate care that considers hormones, sleep, stress, nutrition, relationships, and overall well-being.

News Anchor, Journalist, Community Voice
Kelly Chapman
Bringing years of broadcast journalism and storytelling experience to conversations that inform, connect, and amplify the experiences of women in Utah.

Ob/Gyn, Integrative Medicine Physician, Women's Health Specialist
Dr. Jeanne Falk
Helping women navigate menopause through an integrative approach that combines traditional gynecologic care, lifestyle medicine, nutrition, and personalized treatment options.

Family Nurse Practitioner, Hormone Optimization Specialist, Founder
Kurtis Hinderman, FNP-BC
Helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause with a whole-person approach to hormone optimization, sexual wellness, and the physical changes of midlife.

Chief Executive Officer, Leadership Strategist , Women’s Leadership Advocate
Melanie Jones
Advancing women’s leadership through professional development, organizational strategy, and communication while helping elevate the experience and opportunities of women in business.

Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Community Leader, Brand & Policy Strategist
Ally Isom
Bringing together brand, policy, communication, and public engagement to strengthen communities, advance women’s leadership, and tackle complex issues across business and civic life.

Medical Director, Physician Assistant , Hormone & Longevity Medicine
Nicole Kelly, PA-C
Helping patients improve quality of life and long-term wellness through personalized hormone replacement, bioidentical hormone therapy, and longevity-focused care.

Certified Nurse Midwife, Women’s Health Provider, Menopause & Sexual Health
Sweta Dhungel, DNP, CNM
Helping women navigate perimenopause, menopause, and sexual health through inclusive, evidence-based care that empowers women while bringing cultural perspective to the conversation.

Founder & CEO, Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, Women’s Health Advocate, Podcast Host
BreeAnn Allred, PT, DPT, PRPC
Transforming women’s healthcare through 20 years of pelvic health expertise, whole-person care, education, and a passion for helping women better understand their bodies, find real answers, and live with greater confidence.

AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, Mental & Sexual health Specialist, Founder
Kristin B. Hodson, LCSW
Helping women navigate the interconnected changes of midlife through compassionate, informed conversations around mental health, sexuality, relationships, identity, and perimenopause.

Board-certified Family Physician, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Chief Medical Officer Of Belle Health
Dr. Patrick Taylor, MD
Helping women understand the metabolic shifts of midlife through evidence-based care focused on hormones, body composition, insulin resistance, and healthy aging.

President and Founder of The Policy Project.
Emily Bell McCormick
Driving policy and community initiatives that expand opportunity, protect dignity, and create meaningful, lasting change for women, children, and families.

Clinical Psychologist, Behavioral Sleep Medicine Specialist, Professor
Kelly Glazer Baron, PhD, MPH, DBSM
Advancing sleep health for midlife women through evidence-based treatment and research focused on improving well-being, healthy aging, and chronic illness management.

Co-founder & CEO Of Coconu, Women’s Intimate Wellness Advocate
Sarah Belzer
Helping make women’s sexual health a more open part of the wellness conversation through clean, organic products that support intimacy, connection, and confidence.

Board-certified Ob/Gyn, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner
Dr. Ali DeSano
Helping women navigate menopause with evidence-based, individualized care focused on hormone therapy, metabolic health, weight management, sexual health, and healthy aging.

Certified Nurse Midwife, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Lifestyle Medicine Certified Practitioner
Martie Nightingale, CNM, DNP, DipACLM, MSCP, PMH-C
Bringing more than 20 years of experience supporting women across the lifespan through evidence-based care, lifestyle medicine, education, prevention, and a holistic approach to menopause and midlife wellness.

Circles Of Grace Therapist
Debra Reid, LCSW, SEP, CFTG
Helping clients find their own answers through empathy, authenticity, and supportive guidance designed to encourage healing and personal growth.

Naturopathic Physician, Hormone & Gut Health Specialist
Dr. Katie Brussard, ND, FABNE
Helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause through root-cause care, evidence-informed naturopathic medicine, and a deeply personalized approach.

Board-certified Clinical Sexologist, Sex & Relationship Coach, Author
Erica Lemke
Helping women navigate the intimate changes of midlife with evidence-based, shame-free conversations around sexual health, relationships, connection, and pleasure.

Women’s Health Executive , Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, Educator
Robin Christenson, MPT
Advancing women’s health through more than 20 years of expertise in pelvic health, sexual health, menopause, and expanding access to comprehensive care.

Chief Operating Officer, Co-founder Of Vyta , Women’s Health Advocate
Tiffany Polmateer
Reimagining midlife healthcare through personalized, evidence-based care that combines modern medicine, advanced diagnostics, and a deeply patient-centered approach.

Founder of AFTR, Community Builder, Women’s Advocate
Robyn Cohen
Robyn brings women together around reinvention, community, and candid conversations about navigating perimenopause in real time.

Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner, Hormone Specialist, Founder
Laura Matjasich, APRN
With more than 20 years in medicine, Laura specializes in hormone optimization and whole-person wellness, helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause with individualized, evidence-informed care.

Medical Director, Midlife Women’s Health & Menopause Medicine
Dr. Camille Moreno
Board-certified physician and Menopause Society-certified practitioner specializing in perimenopause, menopause, hormone therapy, bone health, and comprehensive midlife care.

Registered Nurse, Ayurvedic Practitioner, Perimenopause Specialist
Britt Vanderhoof
Helping women navigate midlife with evidence-informed care and practical Ayurvedic approaches to energy, sleep, and overall well-being.
Why women are saying yes to The Pause Project
Learn what’s happening
Get clear, honest insight into hormonal changes, symptoms, and what to expect.
Explore your options
Hear real conversations around HRT, natural support, nutrition, emotional wellness, and more.
Feel supported
Connect with women going through similar experiences in a welcoming, elevated setting.
Leave with next steps
Walk away with practical information, trusted resources, and more confidence.
Helpful Resources
for Your Journey
Gain insights, tools, and expert-backed information to help you navigate menopause and beyond. Explore our curated resources, from educational guides to symptom insights and provider support.
Menopause & Mental Health Resources
Information and support for emotional well-being during midlife and beyond

More than an event.
A new conversation.
The Pause Project is a first-of-its-kind one-day conference created to inform, connect, and empower women navigating perimenopause and menopause.
• Expert-led sessions with trusted voices
• Honest, real conversations that resonate
• Wellness resources and brand experiences
• A supportive space to connect with other women
• Practical insights you can take with you


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