PSYCHIATRY

Dr. Ackerman is a board-certified psychiatrist and Diplomate to the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She has been practicing psychiatry in Colorado for over 15 years. She graduated with honors from Dartmouth College with a B.S. in Biology and received her M.D. from Sackler School of Medicine in 2000. She did a residency in psychiatry at the University of Colorado in Denver. There, she served as Chief Resident of Adult Psychiatry from 2010-2011. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Ackerman opened her private practice in Boulder where she treats a diverse population of teenage and adult patients. She has also worked at various places around Boulder; with veterans at the Boulder Veterans Center, with young adults at the AIM house in a transitional living program, and with patients at the Sutherland Center, a bipolar specialty clinic. Originally from New York, Dr. Ackerman is grateful and proud that she is able to play a vital role in the health of the Boulder community and raise her family in a place that promotes wellness and health.

https://gilaackermanmd.com/

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Dr. Carpenter has been practicing physical therapy in Boulder since 2008, after graduating from the University of Colorado Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. She is a board-certified orthopedic specialist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT).

Kristin has extensive experience treating spinal and orthopedic conditions and sports injuries. After the birth of her 2 children, she developed an interest in women’s/pelvic health and completed additional training in pelvic floor physical therapy, prenatal and postpartum physical therapy and treatment of the female athlete. She is passionate about improving the health, wellness and longevity of her clients and the community and recently launched a Women's Strength and Interval Training Class to implement science-based protocols specific to women across the lifespan to help improve lean mass, bone health and combat changes associated with aging and perimenopause.   

Learn more about Mend and the Mend Women's Class here: 

https://www.mendcolorado.com/

https://www.mendcolorado.com/boulder-group-fitness/

Outside of Mend, Kristin maintains her health by running, strength/interval training, mountain biking, skiing and chasing after 2 kids. 

CERTIFIED STRENGTH & CONDITIONING SPECIALIST

Erin Carson is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist based in Boulder, Colorado, where she has been working since 1991. Her keen focus on strength training for endurance athletes, along with their resulting health and performance improvements, has made her one of the most sought-after strength coaches in endurance sports.

Erin’s programs are anchored in science-based fundamentals of mobility and strength training. Her commitment to the most advanced training strategies offered by performance specialists around the world ensures that she’s at the cutting-edge of high performance sport support.

Over the last decade, Erin’s athletes have demonstrated success as Ironman World Champions, 70.3 World Champions, Olympic Medal Winners, World Tour Cycling and Age Group World Champions. Erin currently serves as Strength Coach to reigning 70.3 Champion and Olympic qualifier Taylor Knibb, Ironman Champion Rudy von Berg, and 70.3 World Championship podium finishers, Paula Findlay, Imogen Simmonds, and Emma Pallant-Browne. 

From 1991-2023 Erin was owner/operator of RallySport Health and Fitness Club in Boulder, Colorado. Following the sale of RallySport, Erin was able to shift her focus to her strength coaching program, ECFIT Performance Strength. Erin is also actively engaged in the endurance community as an athlete. She has competed in several 70.3 World Triathlon Championship events and enjoys running and riding on the trails and roads of Boulder.

https://www.ecfitstrength.com/

REGISTERED DIETITIAN & CERTIFIED FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE PRACTITIONER

Meg’s extensive background in nutrition and dietetics, along with her personal experience with Crohn’s Disease, has shaped her into a highly knowledgeable and empathetic Registered Dietitian. Her dedication to continuing education, particularly in the field of functional medicine, demonstrates her commitment to providing the best care for her diverse clientele.

With over 20 years of experience in various settings, including working with athletes, women, people struggling with autoimmune conditions, GI troubles, heart disease, allergies, and many more. 

www.forbesnutritionalconsulting.com

CHINESE MEDICINE PRACTITIONER / ACUPUNCTURIST

Cameron Elmendorf Dipl. OM. L.Ac., MSOM is a board certified Chinese Medicine practitioner (NCCAOM) and maintains thriving practices in both Boulder and Aspen, Colorado. Her emphasis is on women’s health, fertility, prenatal/postpartum wellness, and hormone balance where she employs both Chinese and Japanese acupuncture techniques, as well as Chinese Herbal medicine, and Asian bodywork techniques such as Tui Na and Shiatsu. She utilizes supplementation and nutritional support and is also a certified Acutonics(TM) practitioner, and is formally trained in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture.

Cameron received her Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, Colorado in 2006. Since then, she has been practicing Chinese Medicine in Boulder/Denver/Aspen Valley. Cameron compliments her acupuncture practice with a deep knowledge of the western paradigm of women’s health, including fertility, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), menstrual issues and menopausal challenges, and she lends a compassionate, holistic bend to those she works with.

https://solsticehealth.com/site/

PRIMARY CARE AND WOMEN’S HEALTH

Dr. Fagan is a physician with over 16 years of experience, dedicated to women's health and comprehensive primary care. Her journey in medicine began during graduate school, inspired by the methodologic errors and the fallout from the cancellation of the Women's Health Initiative trial, which led her to write a thesis as a counterpoint on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and its beneficial effects on cardiovascular health. This experience sparked her lifelong passion for understanding hormones' impact on wellness.

Choosing Family Medicine allowed Landrey to provide integrated care for both men and women. Following residency she pursued a fellowship in Obstetrics & High-Risk Pregnancy, board certification in addiction medicine, and menopause management certification from the North American Menopause Society (NAMS). Since residency Landrey has worked primarily in Federally Qualified Health Centers committed to providing high-quality care for vulnerable populations.

Over time, Landrey observed that many women are forced to seek specialized care outside the mainstream system—separate clinics for hormone therapy, naturopathic services, and weight management all separate from their primary care. This is partly due to insurance constraints but also stems from women feeling misunderstood or dismissed in standard healthcare settings.

In response, Landrey is opening her own clinic to offer a unified, personalized approach, combining primary care, hormone replacement therapy, optimal weight management and more advanced testing to optimize longevity and healthspan. Her mission is to deliver whole-person care that meets all of her patients' health goals.

https://fourmilecreekhealth.com/

CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER

Jena is a former athlete and dedicated fitness professional with over a decade of experience in personal training and leading group classes. As a co-owner of Uplift Boulder, a community based strength training gym in North Boulder, she has found her passion in guiding clients on their fitness journeys. Jena is deeply committed to empowering women, helping them feel strong, confident, and capable in their bodies. She approaches every session with a focus on body appreciation and views movement as a powerful form of medicine. Specializing in working with postpartum and expecting mothers, women overcoming disordered eating or negative body image, and those recovering from injuries, Jena is known for her thoughtful and supportive coaching. She values the trust her clients place in her and offers dedicated guidance and care at every step.

UPLIFT to work with Jena (Jena@upliftboulder.com)

PELVIC HEALTH SPECIALIST

Karine is the owner of PelviCare Physical Therapy that offers Pelvic Health Physical Therapy to people of all genders and identities with Pelvic Floor issues.

She started her journey as a physiotherapist in 2005. After obtaining a degree in Physiotherapy in Finland, Karine made Reykjavik, Iceland, her home. She treated patients in a wide variety of settings at the National University Hospital in Reykjavik, Iceland prior to moving to the US. She also worked as a PT at local hospitals in Longmont and Boulder, CO. In 2016, a course in Pelvic Health ignited her passion to specialize in this field. Since then Karine has attended numerous advanced courses on Pelvic Health and Obstetric Physical Therapy through the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association) and the Academy of Pelvic Health.

In 2019 she developed a Pelvic Health program for early postpartum mothers at Boulder Community Health (BCH). This program ensures that each postpartum woman at the hospital is seen by a PT within 24 hours of giving birth. These moms receive education on early mobility, body mechanics, early Pelvic Floor muscle activation, scar massage (perineal or C-scar), diastasis recti assessment, and a stretching program, to name a few. Last year alone, over 600 women benefited from this program.

In addition, she developed a workshop “Pregnancy Fitness Essentials and Pelvic Floor Health.” The class is offered once a month at BCH.  

Karine is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy. She is actively involved as a volunteer with the Academy.

Karine has received a Certification of Achievement in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy (CAPP-Pelvic) and is working towards her Certification of Achievement in Obstetric PT (CAPP-OB) through the APTA and the Academy of Pelvic Health. She is also completing her Certification as a Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist.

Karine enjoys knitting, reading, camping, spending time with her husband, their two daughters, and her amazing community of friends.

https://www.pelvicarept.com/

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN

Christine Maren, D.O. is a board-certified physician and founder of a functional medicine practice specializing in women’s health and hormones. She integrates conventional and functional medicine to provide a personalized, root-cause approach to care.

Rather than treating symptoms, Dr. Maren uncovers and addresses underlying imbalances in hormones, thyroid function, autoimmune health, gut health, and metabolism. Having personally navigated conception, pregnancy, and perimenopause challenges, she understands how overwhelming hormonal symptoms can be.

Dr. Maren helps patients overcome weight gain, fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, digestive issues, pain, mood swings, stress, and anxiety—empowering them to reclaim their health and vitality. Through advanced testing, precise hormone optimization, and targeted lifestyle modifications, she helps women build resilience and rediscover their radiance.

She is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM), a Certified Provider through the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFMCP), and has advanced training from The Menopause Society and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). Her practice serves patients virtually across Colorado, Michigan, and Texas.

Beyond her practice, Dr. Maren is a Key Opinion Leader for Microbiome Labs and a sought-after speaker at industry events. Learn more at drchristinemaren.com.

BOARD-CERTIFIED NUTRITION AND HEALTH COACH

Kim is a board-certified nutrition and health coach with a license from the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. She also has as a certification as an Autoimmune Paleo coach and in the Estima Protocol for Women’s Health . She continues her education through the Institute for Functional Medicine and other seminars and summits dedicated to the practice of nutrition and health. Kim focuses on women’s health through hormonal transitions, autoimmune disease, overall wellness, gut health, and athletic performance. She is also a certified massage therapist. Practicing massage for over 35 years, Kim has worked with many world class athletes from around the world using deep tissue as her specialty. Through personal experience, working with clients, and her expansive education, Kim brings to you a wealth of knowledge. Kim likes to look at the person as a whole, but with attention to the small details, to create an individualized program for each client using nutrition and lifestyle suggestions Most importantly, she aims to help people simply find the route to their own optimal health and wellness so they can achieve their highest quality of life.

www.firebrighthealth.com

Instagram is @firebrightkim1

FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER

Jessica Muniz is an AANP board certified family nurse practitioner, whose philosophy of medicine and healing is deeply rooted in naturopathic medicine. Naturopathic medicine recognizes the body's inherent ability to heal itself, and as a holistic practitioner, Jessica aims to support and facilitate this natural healing process by identifying and removing obstacles to health while promoting therapies that stimulate the body's self-healing mechanisms.

Jessica seeks to understand and address the underlying causes of illness rather than simply treating symptoms. By addressing the root cause of disease, long-term healing and vitality can be achieved. Further, Jessica emphasizes the importance of preventive care and lifestyle modifications to maintain optimal health and prevent the onset of chronic disease.

As a family nurse practitioner, Jessica Muniz treats the whole family and has specialities in women’s health, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, thyroid disorders, adrenal dysfunction, gastrointestinal disorders, food sensitivities, chronic urinary tract infections (UTI) and vaginitis, Interstitial cystitis, and autoimmunity.

She has a BA in Psychology from Cornell University and a BSN in Nursing from Regis University. She received her Masters of Science in Nursing from Regis University and graduated with honors. She has been largely influenced by over 15 years of mentorship with well-respected naturopathic doctors Dr. Mary Shackelton, MPH, ND and Dr. Jenny Demeaux, ND, RNC (ret). She has also done advanced training in menopause and women's health with the American Academy of Anti-Aging (A4M) and the Institute of Women's Health and Integrative Medicine. 

https://elovatedmedicine.com/about

FITNESS PROFESSIONAL

Sally is the owner of PeaksFit Small Group Personal Training Center in Boulder, Colorado. She has spent the last 25 years working as a Fitness Professional in Florida and Colorado. Her career has included time spent in the WNBA, Division 1 women’s basketball, BB3 Training Center, Orangetheory, Midtown Athletic Club and as an entrepreneur. She has been the creator/owner of Weston Athletic Club, Sun of a Beach Bootcamp and presently PeaksFit.

Sally’s passion has always been helping others surpass their fitness goals. Her energy, knowledge, and attention to detail has helped hundreds of clients get in the best shape of their lives.

Recently Sally has developed an 8 week “Training for Menopausal Woman” program at PeaksFit. This is a one-of-a-kind program that includes; specialized in-person strength and HIIT training, weekly educational sessions on Menopause topics, discussion groups and nutrition/supplement/adaptogen guidance.

Sally is most proud of the community she has created at PeaksFit and the members’ love for each other, their commitment to health, and their willingness to grow and accept all that is new in the industry.

https://www.peaksfit.com/

FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN

Malia is a board-certified family medicine physician and a certified menopause expert with The Menopause Society. She is the founder and sole physician at Boulder Menopause, a specialty clinic in Lafayette, Colorado, dedicated to providing personalized, holistic care for women navigating menopause. Dr. Swanson’s approach is integrative and emphasizes not only the physical aspects of menopause but also the emotional and lifestyle factors, offering treatments that include hormonal therapies, nutritional and exercise guidance, and supportive educational resources. She has also pursued extra training to support breast cancer survivors through their menopause journey, offering specialized care to help them navigate this unique and challenging phase of life with confidence and understanding.

In addition to her work at Boulder Menopause, Dr. Swanson owns and practices at Boulder Valley Direct Primary Care, where she offers compassionate, whole-person primary care, ensuring that every patient receives the time and attention they deserve.

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Swanson is a mother of three and enjoys cajoling them into hiking. She finds peace in throwing clay on a wheel and poetic words on a page. She also enjoys sledding down the precarious hills of Chautauqua and taking slow, reflective walks with friends.

https://www.bouldervalleydpc.com/

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE

Meghan is a naturopathic doctor in a general private practice with a focus on mental and cognitive health. She received her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine in 2007 from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon.

As a general practitioner, Meghan has experience treating many health aspects that feed back into mental and cognitive health. She has advanced training in PMADS (perinatal mood & anxiety disorders), hormone health from puberty to menopause, functional and integrative psychiatry including a focus on ADHD, post-concussion syndrome, dementia, and environmentally acquired illness. She has worked with the Parent & Family Wellness Center and their team of psychotherapists and psychiatrists since 2017 and is a faculty member at Psychiatry Redefined.

https://bouldernaturalhealth.com/dr-meghan-van-vleet-nd/

OBSTETRICS & GYNOCOLOGY

Dr. Weinberg has been practicing in Boulder for 25 years. She initially did full-time obstetrics and gynecology at Boulder Medical Center, and then served as the Medical Director and outpatient gynecologist at Boulder Valley Women’s Health Center. Over the past decade, she has developed an interest in and received extra training and certification in the care of perimenopausal and menopausal women.

Ruth feels strongly that women need access to evidence-based options for perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms and would value having someone spend the time to hear their symptoms and review the data to help them make an informed decision about treatment.

Therefore, Ruth is opening a new practice offering consultations for management of menopause.

Residency: University of Washington, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1996

Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine, 1992

Undergraduate: Stanford University, 1998

ABOG Board-Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Menopause Society Certified Practitioner

https://www.bouldermenopausespecialists.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Molly grew up in Boulder, Colorado. She received her BA in integrative physiology from the University of Colorado at Boulder followed by her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at CU Anshutz Medical Campus. She has been a physical therapist for nearly a decade, specializing in orthopedics and pelvic health. Molly works at Pelvic Therapy Specialists, an outpatient clinic in Boulder that primarily treats the lumbar spine, hip, sacroiliac, and pelvic regions. She treats adult men and women young and old. Her goal with patients is not only to rehabilitate any issues they may have, but to alleviate the stigma that comes with often embarrassing and debilitating issues that can arise from pelvic floor dysfunction. In her free time Molly enjoys hiking, paddle boarding, and skiing with her husband and spending time with her golden retriever Yogi.

https://pelvictherapy.com/

ENDOCRINOLOGY

Dr. Ana Ramirez Berlioz, MD, is an endocrinologist whose journey in medicine began in Comayagua, Honduras, where she was born. Raised in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, amidst a family of physicians, including her parents and grandfather, she developed a deep-seated interest in healthcare from an early age.

“Growing up around medicine, I was fascinated by the intricacies of the human body,” Dr. Ramirez Berlioz recalls. “I remember ‘playing’ in the microbiology lab after school and being captivated by what I could discover under the lens.”

Her family’s dedication to medicine inspired Dr. Ramirez Berlioz to pursue a healthcare career.

“In medicine, I found my calling early on,” she reflects. “I knew from childhood that I wanted to follow in my family’s footsteps and make a difference in people’s lives.”

In her practice, Dr. Ramirez Berlioz prioritizes patient-centered, evidence-based care. She believes in empowering her patients, particularly those managing chronic endocrine conditions, to focus on progress rather than perfection.

“It’s all about progress, not perfection,” Dr. Ramirez Berlioz emphasizes. “I try to make sure my patients know that a number does not define them and that managing chronic conditions is a journey.”

https://www.bouldermedicalcenter.com/medical-providers/ana-maria-ramirez-berlioz-md/endocrinology-and-diabetes/

BOARD CERTIFIED FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER

Genevieve is passionate about finding the underlying causes of illness. She partners with patients in complex healthcare scenarios and is particularly interested in helping women through perimenopause and menopause. Recognizing these as natural aging processes, she supports treatments that ease transitions and improve quality of life, focusing on bioidentical hormone therapy.

Genevieve began her healthcare career with a homecare organization in Boulder, Colorado, caring for the elderly and disabled at home. Over 18 years, she gained extensive experience in diverse patient care roles, including as a Certified Nurse Aid in a Boulder nursing home, a Registered Nurse at Boulder Community Hospital, and a Nurse Practitioner in family practice. Her career highlights include work in infectious disease, women's health, and primary care settings. Before joining Roots and Branches, Genevieve worked at a busy primary care clinic in Montrose.

Genevieve has a Master of Science in Nursing from the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, and three bachelor's degrees: a BS in business marketing, a BA in environmental studies, and a BS in nursing. She also trained at the Institute of Functional Medicine.  Outside of work, Genevieve enjoys meditation, hiking and climbing outdoors, and spending time with her husband of 21 years.

CERTIFIED NURSE MIDWIFE

Diane Utz has been working in women’s health care since 2005. She graduated with a degree in nursing from Rockhurst University’s Research College of Nursing in Kansas City, Missouri, and went on to earn her master’s degree in nursing at the University of Kansas’ School of Nursing.

Diane is a certified Nurse-Midwife, but no longer attending birth. She believes women are stronger than they know and enjoys guiding them through normal life transitions including adolescence, reproductive years, pregnancy, menopause. She loves educating them about their bodies and treats a variety of conditions. She is a member of the American College of Nurse-Midwives.

Diane enjoys spending her free time hiking and practicing yoga. Diane is also an avid reader and knitter.