In this panel discussion, we’ll explore menopause—a life stage of transition with nuance, respect, and clinical clarity. Our three experts, Pamela Spence, Selima Harleston Lust, and Shona Richter MacDougall, share experience from client work and education to unpack the physiology, patterns, challenges, and opportunities of this period. We’ll highlight herbal allies for meaningful support, discuss clinical considerations, and explore ways to use herbs to nourish the whole system through this profound and transformative time.

Discussion Highlights:

• Overview of hormonal changes and common symptoms during menopause
• Reframing menopause as a natural transition rather than a condition to fix
• Use of phytoestrogenic herbs to support hormonal balance
• Herbal approaches to hot flashes mood swings and stress regulation
• Supporting cognitive changes and sleep disturbances with herbs
• Supporting bone, joint, and overall physical resilience with herbs, nutrition, and movement
• Navigating HRT, bioidentical hormones, and integrative perspectives

Pamela Spence’s fascination with herbs began in Singapore’s fragrant markets. After a film career, she studied herbal medicine in 2002 and has since run a clinical practice, taught globally, and written extensively. She helped establish the Betonica School of Herbal Medicine, is Lead Herbalist Educator at the Herbal Academy, and has been Twinings’ Herbal Expert since 2016, advising on product development and supporting herbal start-ups worldwide.

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Find Pamela, Selima, and Shona:

• on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PamelaSpenceHerbalist, https://www.instagram.com/iwillaremedy, and https://www.instagram.com/official_earthrhythmherbal/
• at https://pamelaspence.co.uk/, https://www.iwillaremedy.com/, https://www.earthrhythmherbal.com/
• contributing Selima’s Holistic Help for Endometriosis class to the 2026 Herbalism Conference VIP Pass Ticket!
• contributing to the Rooted Routines Course and Turmeric Speaker Film, exclusive upgrades in the 2026 Herbalism Conference VIP Pass Ticket!

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Selima Harleston Lust, co-founder of Iwilla Remedy, is a clinical herbalist, medical astrologer, and teacher helping people heal from trauma and reclaim wellness. She integrates plant medicine, self-care, and mindfulness to address root causes of illness. Selima teaches Herbal Medicine for the Soul, is a Lead Herbalist Educator at the Herbal Academy, teaches at Spelman College, and has presented at major platforms while being featured in Yoga Journal, Refinery29, and Well + Good.

Shona Richter MacDougall is a clinical herbalist and owner of Earth Rhythm Herbal in Central Vermont. With 27 years of experience, she holds a Registered Herbalist certification (AHG) and a Clinical Herbalist Certification from the Rocky Mountain School of Botanical Studies. Shona has worked in various aspects of herbalism, including teaching, clinic work, herb farming, and tincture-making. She focuses on addressing root causes of health issues through herbs, diet, and lifestyle changes.