Phases Clinic

Phases Clinic Vanessa Weiland, NP, HT, MSCP (she/her). Founder of Phases Clinic in Washington State (Telehealth, Shoreline, North Bend). Click the bio for free quiz & more!

We specialize in menopause and hypermobility care where science meets compassion.

06/24/2026

The main issue is that, historically, ADHD assessment and diagnosis often excluded girls and other children assigned female at birth. As a result, many adults have gone undiagnosed for years. But why are so many people receiving a diagnosis now, in their late 30s and 40s?

I think there are two main reasons. First, their children may be going through ADHD evaluations themselves, which can trigger a realization because ADHD is highly heritable. Second, the executive dysfunction associated with perimenopause, which has been well documented across populations, may be particularly destabilizing for individuals with underlying ADHD.

06/24/2026

At 44, Maggie Evans () wasn't looking for an ADHD diagnosis.

She was trying to make sense of the brain fog, short-term memory challenges, and cognitive changes that were beginning to impact her daily life.

Then a conversation with a friend changed everything.

What followed was a diagnosis that helped years of experiences finally make sense—and gave her a framework for understanding the needs she'd always had.

Sometimes the symptoms we blame on stress, aging, or simply "not trying hard enough" are part of a much bigger story.

🎥 Watch the full conversation to hear Maggie's journey and learn more about the intersection of perimenopause, brain fog, and ADHD.

🔗 Link: https://youtu.be/k0CFC_p1wr8

What if the symptoms you've been blaming on stress, aging, or a lack of effort are part of a bigger story?Brain fog.Exha...
06/23/2026

What if the symptoms you've been blaming on stress, aging, or a lack of effort are part of a bigger story?

Brain fog.
Exhaustion.
Sleepless nights.
Difficulty staying focused.
Feeling like you've lost the thread.

For some women, perimenopause is the moment when years of masking, compensating, and pushing through become harder to maintain.

As estrogen fluctuates and declines, challenges that may have been quietly present for decades can become impossible to ignore.

💬 Have you ever experienced a symptom that didn't make sense until you finally saw the full picture?

👇Share your experience below.

❤️ Happy JuneteenthToday, we honor freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equity.At Phases Clinic, we believe t...
06/19/2026

❤️ Happy Juneteenth

Today, we honor freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equity.

At Phases Clinic, we believe that every woman deserves to be heard, and provided with compassionate, evidence-based care.

Research continues to show significant disparities in women's health. Black women are more likely to develop fibroids, experience more severe symptoms, and face unique challenges during the menopause transition.

Recognizing these realities is an important step toward building trust, improving care, and creating better health outcomes.

Health equity is not a slogan. It is how we practice.

Today, we honor the strength, experiences, and contributions of Black women—and reaffirm our commitment to listening, learning, and doing better.

What happens when perimenopause amplifies struggles that have been quietly present for years?In this honest and insightf...
06/19/2026

What happens when perimenopause amplifies struggles that have been quietly present for years?

In this honest and insightful blog, Maggie Evans () shares her experience with brain fog, exhaustion, sleep disruption, and a late ADHD diagnosis—and how perimenopause helped reveal the bigger picture.

This is an important read for anyone navigating unexpected changes in midlife and searching for answers.

📖 Read the full blog post: www.phasesclinic.com/blog/the-diagnosis-that-perimenopause-gave-me-before-the-psychiatrist-did

📝 NEW BLOG POSTSometimes the symptoms blamed on stress, aging, or "just getting older" are part of a much bigger story.I...
06/18/2026

📝 NEW BLOG POST

Sometimes the symptoms blamed on stress, aging, or "just getting older" are part of a much bigger story.

In this powerful guest blog, Maggie Evans () shares her personal journey through brain fog, exhaustion, sleep disruption, weight changes, and a late ADHD diagnosis—while uncovering the role perimenopause was playing all along.

If you've ever wondered whether there's more behind the changes you're experiencing in midlife, this thoughtful read offers validation, insight, and a new way of understanding what may be happening.

👉Read the full blog post: www.phasesclinic.com/blog/the-diagnosis-that-perimenopause-gave-me-before-the-psychiatrist-did

🎥 NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO!Perimenopause can change the way we feel about our bodies, food, and ourselves.In this new conversat...
06/18/2026

🎥 NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO!

Perimenopause can change the way we feel about our bodies, food, and ourselves.

In this new conversation, Maggie Evans, ATR, LMHC (), and I discuss body image, body trust, diet culture, self-compassion, and navigating midlife changes with greater understanding.

Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/k0CFC_p1wr8

It’s time to make it effortless for midlife women who need us to find us.The Bold "My Gen X Body" Nationwide Menopause E...
06/16/2026

It’s time to make it effortless for midlife women who need us to find us.

The Bold "My Gen X Body" Nationwide Menopause Education Initiative is designed to help women discover trusted menopause care, connect with knowledgeable providers, and learn about the support available to them during this stage of life.

If you serve women in midlife, now is the time to be part of the movement.

Register your practice today: http://mdforyou.com/mygenxbody or scan the QR code to get started.

06/16/2026

Fat cells in lipedema are inherently different from typical subcutaneous fat. They are surrounded by inflammation and fibrosis (scarring), which can create a nodular, lumpy texture and, most importantly, significant pain. Even gentle pressure, such as a blood pressure cuff, may feel surprisingly tender.

One telltale sign of lipedema is that the feet and hands are often spared, creating a distinct "cuff" appearance at the ankles or wrists.

The Lipedema Foundation offers educational resources for both patients and providers, including clinical information and visual guides that can help recognize the typical presentation of lipedema.

Learn More: https://www.lipedema.org

If you've experienced:✓ Painful or tender fat tissue✓ Easy bruising✓ Heavy legs✓ Fat that doesn't respond to diet or exe...
06/12/2026

If you've experienced:

✓ Painful or tender fat tissue
✓ Easy bruising
✓ Heavy legs
✓ Fat that doesn't respond to diet or exercise
✓ Symptoms that worsened during perimenopause or menopause

It may be time for a closer look.

At Phases Clinic, Vanessa takes a whole-person approach to complex midlife presentations, helping patients explore possible contributors to their symptoms.

Book a Clarity Consultation to discuss your concerns and determine the next steps for evaluation and support.

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