Your Midlife Wellness Starts Here
The First Virtual Clinic Dedicated to Menopause Care for Black Women
Welcome to Sistah Pause, where Black women’s midlife health comes first. We know that perimenopause affects you differently—earlier, with more severe symptoms, and less access to culturally competent care. That’s why we’re here to offer evidence-based, personalized treatments designed specifically for Black women 35+.
A Clinic That Understands YOU
Are you tired of being ignored or even dismissed when you talk about your perimenopause symptoms? Struggling to find a healthcare provider who truly understands what you're going through as a Black woman? You're not alone—and at Sistah Pause™, we get it. That’s why we offer expert medical care for women 35+ in NY, CT, MA, and FL. Stop managing symptoms and start optimizing your hormones with a Board-Certified Menopause Specialist.
Meet Your Provider
Mariama-Seray Barrie, FNP-BC, MSCP
Expert Clinical Care. Culturally Grounded Heart.
I’m Mariama, a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP). With over 15 years of experience across Primary Care, Oncology, Urology, Female Pelvic and Reconstructive Surgery, I don’t just "understand" the Pause—I have the clinical expertise to treat it at the root.
I created Sistah Pause™ because I saw a recurring pattern in healthcare: Black women being dismissed or underserved during their most pivotal transitions. I’ve walked this journey myself, navigating the frustrations of being unheard by the system while managing my own hormonal shifts. That personal and professional fire is why I’ve built this safe, empowering space where your hormones, healing, and health are finally prioritized.
Whether you are exploring hormone replacement therapy (HRT), seeking metabolic resets, or simply longing to feel like yourself again, I am here to guide you with medical precision and sisterly support. At Sistah Pause™, you aren’t just another patient—you are part of a movement to reclaim our vitality and age with grace.
Ready to thrive in midlife? Let’s get started.
Empowering Your Wellness Journey
What We Treat
Our comprehensive treatments are designed to address your unique challenges, providing personalized care and effective solutions tailored to help you thrive during midlife transitions.
+ Moodiness, Anxiety, and Depression
+ Weight and Body Changes
+ Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
+ Trouble Sleeping
+ Painful Sex and Vaginal Dryness
+ Brain Fog and Memory Lapses
+ Hair and Skin Changes
+ Joint Pain and Bone Health
+ Hormonal Imbalances and PCOS
+ Gut Imbalances
+ Nutritional and Lifestyle Guidance
+ Thyroid Support
Start With Clarity
Before we build your wellness plan, we start by listening to your body.
Pause, Sis™ is our required first step for all new clients — a Discovery Session + comprehensive lab panel designed to uncover what’s really going on under the surface.
Because your care should be built around you, not a guess.
Navigating Your Wellness— with heart and expertise
Our Services
At Sistah Pause™, we provide personalized, evidence-based solutions that encompass everything from hormonal therapies to holistic approaches, ensuring you receive the comprehensive care you deserve.
Pause to Power, Sis™
Hormone Optimization & Midlife Reset
Turn your “pause” into power. This program helps you optimize your hormones, restore your energy, and embrace midlife with confidence.
Who It’s For:
Black women 35–65 navigating perimenopause or menopause
Experiencing low energy, weight gain, brain fog, or mood shifts
Wanting natural + medical solutions tailored to your needs
Key Benefits:
Personalized hormone therapy plan
Energy, mood, and metabolism support
Culturally competent, one-on-one care
Shift, Sis™
Metabolic Reset & Weight loss
Break free from weight loss struggles. This program tackles metabolism, inflammation, and hormone health to help you shift your body — and your life.
Who It’s For:
Midlife women frustrated by stubborn weight
Struggling with slow metabolism, bloating, or cravings
Ready for a sustainable, science-backed plan
Key Benefits:
Metabolic testing + nutrition coaching
Fat-burning and muscle-preserving strategies
Tools for long-term results
Thrive On, Sis™
Ongoing Wellness & Longevity Support
Your midlife wellness doesn’t stop after one program. Thrive On, Sis - helps you maintain your results, prevent disease, and age vibrantly.
Who It’s For:
Women who’ve completed another program
Seeking long-term hormone, weight, and wellness support
Wanting prevention-focused care
Key Benefits:
Quarterly wellness check-ins
Ongoing hormone and metabolic optimization
Longevity-focused health strategies
How it Works
we make it easy — no insurance required
1
Book Your Labs & Discovery Call
Get started by booking your lab work. We’ll send your custom lab order and instructions within 1–2 business days. Once results are in, you’ll complete your intake form and schedule your 60-minute virtual Discovery Call.
2
Meet Virtually for Your Results
We’ll meet one-on-one to review your lab results in detail and map out a clear, personalized plan together.
3
Choose Your Tailored Plan
Based on your lab report and your personal story, we’ll select the best treatment plan designed just for you.
4
Start Your Treatment
Your prescribed medications will be shipped directly to your home or sent to your local pharmacy — so you can start feeling like yourself again, faster.
Why Sistah Pause?
Culturally Competent Care: Our team is made up of experts who look like you and have walked in your shoes. We understand the unique challenges Black women face during perimenopause and menopause.
Personalized, Evidence-Based Treatment: From hormone therapy to holistic wellness plans, our treatments are tailored to your needs, not one-size-fits-all.
Virtual Convenience: Get the care you need from the comfort of your home, with virtual consultations designed for your busy life.
Wellness Awaits
We’re Here to Help You Thrive
At Sistah Pause™, we believe midlife should be a time of empowerment, not suffering. Our team is dedicated to helping you manage your symptoms so you can take charge of your health and live your best life.
