641: The Truth About Testosterone For Women, Sexual Health, Libido And Advocating For Yourself with Dr. Kelly Casperson
About 60% of women in perimenopause report "not feeling like themselves". And it’s more than just mood swings—it's about energy, memory, motivation, passion for life, intimacy, and so much more. That’s why in this week’s powerful episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Kelly Casperson to dive into the often-overlooked role of hormones—especially testosterone—in women’s health during perimenopause and beyond. We’ll talk about midlife hormone changes impacting your romantic life, and why hormone therapy is such an essential (and safe!) conversation for you to have with your doctor. If you’re ready to feel passionate about your life again, reclaim your energy, and advocate for your long-term health, this is an episode you cannot miss. Dr. Kelly’s insights are practical and empowering for any woman navigating perimenopause, menopause, or simply feeling a little lost in her own body. Tune in to learn how to be more in tune with your changing body, re-ignite a spark in your love life, and feel overall healthier again in midlife and beyond! Kelly Casperson, MD Dr. Kelly Casperson is a board-certified urologic surgeon and the CEO and founder of The Casperson Clinic– a modern practice dedicated to hormones and sex medicine. She’s a renowned public speaker, sex educator, and host of the top-ranking podcast You Are Not Broken. Dr. Kelly is dedicated to helping women demystify sexual health, intimacy, and midlife wellness. Her work also provides essential education on hormones and midlife health. IN THIS EPISODE The most common complaints regarding intimacy in midlife Giving yourself permission for pleasure The biopsychosocial aspect of sex, especially for women Addressing lower libido in perimenopause/menopause The benefits of an orgasm and advice for increasing desire Testosterone levels in women and hormone replacement options Debunking myths about menopause and hormones Daily non-negotiables to feel your best QUOTES “I think a lot of women are still under the impression that they should be able to have an orgasm vaginally. And 70% of women, they need, they need clitoral stimulation to make that happen.” “A big thing about sex– number one and two about sex is you have to feel safe and you have to not be stressed.” “They're like, ‘so is your goal to get every woman on hormones?’ And I'm like, ‘No. My goal is to educate every single woman so that she can make the right decision if she chooses not to.’” RESOURCES MENTIONED Order Dr. Kelly’s Book: You Are Not Broken HERE Pre-Order Dr. Kelly’s New Book: The Menopause Moment HERE Dr. Kelly’s Website Dr. Kelly’s Instagram Dr. Kelly’s Podcast: You Are Not Broken Dr. Kelly on YouTube BEAM Minerals: Use code ENERGIZED at checkout for 20% off your first order! High-quality olive oil: go to www.getfreshenergized.com to get your free $39 bottle for just $1 shipping. RELATED EPISODES #506: Optimizing Testosterone, Growth Hormone and Other Metabolic Hormones in Our 40s and Beyond with Dr. Stephanie Estima #605: Breaking the HRT Confusion: The Truth Behind Hormone Replacement Therapy for Perimenopausal Women with Karen Martel 579: Hormone Replacement Options and Hormone Testing for Women in Midlife + Self Advocacy for Optimal Health with Esther Blum #569: How to Build a Strong Emotional Connection with Your Partner and How to Transform Your Love Life with Vanessa and Xander Marin #347: Got Low Testosterone? What Women Can Do About It