Our Team
Owners
Acupuncture and Herbology
Massage and Bodywork
Facials and Skincare
Lymphatic Drainage
Rolfing
Reiki
Craniosacral
Nutrition
Intuitive Strategist/Tarot
Private Class Instructors
Naturopathic Medicine
MindBody Grief + Pain Coach
Holistic Design
Administrative Team
ALYSSA WALSH
Alyssa has been living and working in New York City since 2009. After graduating from the College of Charleston in South Carolina with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing, her parents recruited her to help them open a destination spa in upstate New York. With the success and growth of The Spa at Traditions, Alyssa was ready to move on to more opportunities in NYC. She was happy to find Element Natural Healing Arts and has since made it her second home.
CHRISTINA MORRIS
Christina Morris is a graduate from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine with a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM). She is a licensed acupuncturist (L.Ac.) in the state of New York and New Jersey. She also studied at the International Institute of Chinese Medicine, earning a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine in 2000. Christina received a Medical Cannabis Care diploma from Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego, California in 2022. Christina is a current student at the Institute for Functional Medicine. She is a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, including Diplomate of Acupuncture and Herbology and board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Christina also completed clinical internships in acupuncture, Chinese herbology, and tui na at the China-Japan Friendship Hospital in Beijing and Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chengdu. She has studied with many gifted teachers in the healing arts including Giovanni Maciocia, Kiiko Matsumoto, Richard Tan, and Arya Nielsen. Additionally, she has studied acupuncture for the cancer patient through Memorial Sloan Kettering, cosmetic acupuncture with Mary Elizabeth Wakefield and is also certified in microneedling, craniosacral from the Upledger Institute, and Thai bodywork both in Thailand and NYC. She is a Maya abdominal therapy practitioner and a certified reflexologist with additional certifications in maternity reflexology. Christina holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology, studying pre-med, from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
Christina specializes in women’s health and infertility but sees a range of conditions in her practice, including musculoskeletal issues, pain, migraines, anxiety, gastrointestinal concerns, and immune system imbalances. She has been passionate about health and wellness for as long as she can remember, with herbal medicine ingrained in her heritage stemming from her great-great grandmother and passed down through the generations of her southern family. She has published many articles on acupuncture, herbs, and wellness and feels education is an important component in creating a healthy lifestyle.
Christina founded Element Natural Healing Arts, located in Brooklyn, NY, in 2001 to offer a more integrative approach to health and healing. Element NHA is now the home of over 60 staff including a multitude of wellness practitioners from acupuncturists, massage therapists, estheticians, herbalists, nutritionists, yoga teachers, and more. Christina also collaborates with a number of specialists off-site including reproductive endocrinologists, ob/gyns, sports medicine doctors, osteopaths, neurologists, general physicians, physical therapists, psychologists, among others to ensure patients and clients have well rounded innovative treatment and care. Christina lives in waterfront Brooklyn, New York with her husband and two children.
CHRISTINA MORRIS
Christina Morris is a graduate from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine with a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM). She is a licensed acupuncturist (L.Ac.) in the state of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. She also studied at the International Institute of Chinese Medicine, earning a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine in 2000. Christina received a Medical Cannabis Care diploma from Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego, California in 2022. Christina is a current student at the Institute for Functional Medicine. She is a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, including Diplomate of Acupuncture and Herbology and board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Christina also completed clinical internships in acupuncture, Chinese herbology, and tui na at the China-Japan Friendship Hospital in Beijing and Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chengdu. She has studied with many gifted teachers in the healing arts including Giovanni Maciocia, Kiiko Matsumoto, Richard Tan, and Arya Nielsen. Additionally, she has studied acupuncture for the cancer patient through Memorial Sloan Kettering, cosmetic acupuncture with Mary Elizabeth Wakefield and is also certified in microneedling, craniosacral from the Upledger Institute, and Thai bodywork both in Thailand and NYC. She is a Maya abdominal therapy practitioner and a certified reflexologist with additional certifications in maternity reflexology. Christina holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology, studying pre-med, from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
Christina specializes in women’s health and infertility but sees a range of conditions in her practice, including musculoskeletal issues, pain, migraines, anxiety, gastrointestinal concerns, and immune system imbalances. She has been passionate about health and wellness for as long as she can remember, with herbal medicine ingrained in her heritage stemming from her great-great grandmother and passed down through the generations of her southern family. She has published many articles on acupuncture, herbs, and wellness and feels education is an important component in creating a healthy lifestyle.
Christina founded Element Natural Healing Arts, located in Brooklyn, NY, in 2001 to offer a more integrative approach to health and healing. Element NHA is now the home of over 60 staff including a multitude of wellness practitioners from acupuncturists, massage therapists, estheticians, herbalists, nutritionists, yoga teachers, and more. Christina also collaborates with a number of specialists off-site including reproductive endocrinologists, ob/gyns, sports medicine doctors, osteopaths, neurologists, general physicians, physical therapists, psychologists, among others to ensure patients and clients have well rounded innovative treatment and care. Christina lives in waterfront Brooklyn, New York with her husband and two children.
Alex B.
Alex holds a Master’s degree from the Tri-State College of Acupuncture and brings a holistic, integrative approach to healing. He works with individuals experiencing chronic pain, sports-related injuries, anxiety, depression, autoimmune conditions, and digestive concerns, viewing acupuncture as a powerful tool to address both the body and mind manifestations of stress and dis-ease.
He has a particular interest in working with athletes and supporting the recovery and prevention of acute and chronic injuries as well as orthopedic conditions. Many of his patients have been able to avoid or recover from major surgeries with his guidance.
Alex integrates multiple acupuncture styles into his practice, including Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Kiiko Matsumoto style, and Acupuncture Physical Medicine, informed by the myofascial research of Dr. Janet Travell and Dr. Mark Seem. He combines meridian-based acupuncture with muscular and fascial release techniques, and incorporates complementary therapies such as gua sha, cupping, and moxibustion to support healing.
He has also trained extensively in Chinese sports medicine, studied Tui Na and bone-setting with Frank Butler, and focuses on functional approaches to movement, alignment, and musculoskeletal health.
Before pursuing acupuncture, Alex earned a Master of Fine Arts in Poetry and taught in the English Department at Brooklyn College for seven years. This background informs his thoughtful, attentive approach to patient care.
CHRISTINE C. (CHRISSY)
Christine C. (Chrissy) earned her Master of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture from AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine in Austin, Texas, in 2014. She has pursued extensive advanced training in various acupuncture techniques, including trigger point therapy, distal needling, auricular acupuncture, and cosmetic acupuncture. Her treatment approach often integrates complementary modalities such as gua sha, cupping, and tuina to deliver personalized, holistic care that supports each client’s unique healing journey.
Christine specializes in addressing musculoskeletal pain, stress management, facial rejuvenation, and anti-aging therapies. She is also deeply committed to women’s health, offering treatment for conditions including dysmenorrhea, PMS, PCOS, fertility support, and perimenopause. Additionally, she provides effective care for gastrointestinal disorders, recognizing the important connection between digestive health and overall well-being.
Christine believes that healing is a collaborative process between practitioner and patient. She takes the time to understand her clients’ goals and challenges, crafting individualized treatment plans that empower them to find balance and renewed vitality. With a compassionate approach and a keen understanding of both ancient wisdom and modern techniques, Christine is dedicated to guiding clients toward optimal health and wellness.
DAVID K.
David is a highly skilled licensed acupuncturist based in New York state. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the renowned Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, a top institution in Eastern Medicine. During his rigorous 5-year program, he focused on acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and traditional Chinese healing therapies. David further advanced his expertise by completing a 3-year master’s degree in Acupuncture and Moxibustion and interned at the prestigious Beijing Royal Integrative Medicine Hospital.
With over a decade of experience, David excels in treating pain management, insomnia, stress, anxiety, chronic migraines, tension headaches, allergies, and immune diseases. In recent years, he has expanded his focus to include weight loss, detox, infertility, and women’s health care. By integrating various therapies such as cupping, electro-stimulation, moxibustion, gua sha, and auricular therapy such as ear seeds, David is able tailor his approach to optimizing health for the unique needs of each patient.
David’s extensive experience has included treating people of all ages with a wide range of health concerns. He is dedicated to helping patients achieve balance both physically and mentally, while helping to improve their overall lifestyle through the art and science of acupuncture.
LAURA P.
Laura is a New York state licensed acupuncturist and is board certified by the NCCAOM. Laura earned a Master of Science in acupuncture from the Tri-State College of Acupuncture in New York. Her clinical training included the study of Japanese acupuncture (Meridian and Kiiko Matsumoto styles), Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and Acupuncture Physical Medicine (APM). APM is the fusion of Classical Chinese, French, and Japanese meridian styles of acupuncture with the western approach of myofascial trigger point release which is effective in reducing pain and releasing held-tension in the body. Additionally, Laura studied at the Beijing Traditional Medicine Training Center and the Nanjing International Acupuncture Training Center in China. She studied Master Tung’s clinical method with Susan Johnson, and Esoteric Acupuncture with Mikio Sankey. Laura treats a wide variety of patients’ concerns, but especially enjoys working with mental/emotional issues, musculoskeletal conditions, and working with women to support fertility, through all stages of pregnancy and labor induction. Prior to her work with acupuncture, Laura earned her MFA in painting from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston.
REBECCA T.
Rebecca holds a master’s degree in Oriental medicine from the Swedish Institute in New York City and is a NY state licensed acupuncturist, board certified by the National Certification Commission for acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Rebecca studied under world-renowned scholar, educator, and an 88th generation Taoist priest, Jeffrey Yuen. Rebecca is also a NY state licensed massage therapist.
SAKI K.
Saki has been delivering comprehensive and compassionate patient care since 2005. Saki graduated from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in 2009 and she graduated from New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2014. She furthered her education by working at a traditional Japanese medicine Kampo clinic in Japan for two years. Saki received her Seitai -Shiatsu certification at Daitouigaku-iryo-school in Japan in 2005 and also completed esthetics training at Christine Valmy, graduating in 2011.
Saki specializes in mental health conditions, pain management, infertility, cosmetic acupuncture, herbal medicine, and shiatsu. Her well-rounded approach to health and wellness has made Saki an asset to Element.
Saki has always had a passion for healing. She grew up in a household of healers. Her father was a chiropractor for almost 45 years and both of her brothers studied chiropractic, osteopathic medicine, and acupuncture where they currently run her father’s business in Japan. She enjoys regularly visiting Japan to visit family and friends.
Sashana F
Sashana is a licensed acupuncturist based in New York. She holds a Master of Science in Acupuncture from the New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and a Doctorate of Acupuncture from the Won Institute of Graduate Studies, where she focused on integrative care and evidence-informed clinical practice.
With over eight years of clinical experience, Sashana specializes in chronic pain relief and long-term pain management. She regularly treats conditions such as neck and shoulder tension, lower back pain, sciatica, migraines and chronic headaches, jaw tension (TMJ), joint pain, and stress-related muscular pain patterns. Her clinical approach emphasizes both reducing pain and restoring function—helping patients return to movement, work, rest, and daily activities with greater ease.
Sashana also offers support in fertility and reproductive wellness, working with individuals and families who are preparing to conceive naturally or in combination with assisted reproductive treatments (such as IUI or IVF). Her fertility work focuses on regulating cycles, reducing stress, improving uterine and ovarian health, and supporting overall hormonal balance.
In addition to pain management and fertility care, Sashana supports patients experiencing stress-related burnout, anxiety and insomnia.Her treatments combine acupuncture with cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, and myofascial release techniques to promote deep release and lasting relief.
Patients describe Sashana’s presence as calming, attentive, and grounding. She takes time to clearly explain treatment goals and expected outcomes, ensuring patients feel supported, informed, and empowered in their healing.
Her work is rooted in helping patients feel better in their bodies.
ALDRIC P.
Aldric is a New York state licensed massage therapist, graduating from the New York College of Health Professions in 2015. His techniques range from Swedish, deep tissue, sports, and reflexology with additional skills in chair massage, hot stone massage, and stretching. His massage style incorporates a mixture of massage styles and skills customized to the unique needs of each individual client. In his free time, Aldric enjoys a vegan lifestyle, loves to try new restaurants and is always eager to hear local recommendations!
ANNA K.
Anna is a New York state licensed massage therapist and a 2012 graduate of the Swedish Institute of Massage Therapy in New York City. She is trained in a variety of therapeutic techniques, including Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, and hot stone massage.
Anna has a strong interest in understanding the human body and how therapeutic massage can support movement, relieve muscular tension, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being. She takes a thoughtful, individualized approach to each session, tailoring her work to the unique needs and goals of each client. She continues to expand her knowledge and refine her techniques through ongoing education.
Outside of her work as a massage therapist, Anna enjoys art and literature.
CAROLINA E.
Carolina is a graduate of the ASA College in Brooklyn, where she earned an associate degree in occupational studies and massage therapy. She is a New York state licensed massage therapist and certified in prenatal massage. Carolina's modalities include: Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, aromatherapy, hot stone, and shiatsu. She enjoys treating lower back pain and neck injuries. In her free time, Carolina likes to dance to keep her body and mind active.
CLAUDIA L.
Claudia has been a licensed massage therapist in New York since 1995. She specializes in therapeutic massage and uses an individualized approach to utilize the skills she has gained throughout her career to reap maximum benefits for each client. Claudia has extensive massage experience with pre- and postnatal clients and with migraines.
Deyquan B.
Deyquan is a graduate of the Swedish Institute of Health Sciences, where he built a strong foundation in massage therapy and body mechanics. His passion for understanding the human body was sparked by his athletic background, giving him a deep appreciation for movement, recovery, and performance.
He brings a thoughtful, results-driven approach to every session, blending therapeutic techniques with an intuitive touch. Deyquan works collaboratively with clients to support their goals—whether that’s relieving tension, improving mobility, enhancing recovery, or creating space for deep relaxation and restoration.
Outside the treatment room, Deyquan enjoys crocheting, reading, and exploring his love of coffee through carefully selected quality brews.
DEVANTE T.
Devante is a NY state licensed massage therapist and a graduate in occupational studies in massage therapy from ASA College. Devante takes great care and consideration when working on each and every client. While Devante is well-versed in a range of massages, he excels in Swedish massage, myofascial therapy, sports massage, and neuromuscular massage. Devante is excited to tackle anything that comes his way- whether it is a condition-focused massage or a session just to relax and find peace and balance.
FREDERIC G.
Frederic is a New York state licensed massage therapist. A graduate from ASA College, his specialties include Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, reflexology, and shiatsu. Additionally, he is in the process of obtaining advanced certificates in lymphatic drainage, sports massage, and pre and postnatal massage.
Frederic has worked with a range of clientele including those for pain management, injury related conditions, and general body maintenance. He applies practical and theoretical skills offering a quality massage personalized to the individual.
Frederic, originally from Africa (Congo, Brazzaville), has experienced a broad range of cultures throughout his extensive travels. He fluently speaks several foreign languages including French, Russian, Lingala, and Turkmen. Due to this broad knowledge of language he picks up new ones easily, helping him communicate with those from many backgrounds.
Frederic has had a life-long interest in medicine; and dreams to become a doctor. He had to change his plans when he left Congo during the civil war, moved to Central Asia and later to Eastern Europe. Throughout his life's journey, he's played professional sports, worked in the entertainment industry, and spent time in construction.
Frederic enjoys an active lifestyle; during his spare time he appreciates spending time outdoors, playing basketball, swimming, bodyboarding and surfing, training in the gym, as well as competing in endurance sports such as marathons.
HAL L.
Over a decade and a half and thousands of treatments, Hal has evolved a distinctive style blending influences of Swedish, shiatsu, tui na, reflexology, Ayurvedic, deep tissue, neuromuscular, myofascial, and trigger point techniques.
A graduate of the Swedish Institute, he received his New York massage license in 2003. He is a member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals and holds a B.A. in Anthropology from the University of New Mexico.
JASMIN D.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, Jasmin studied massage therapy at ASA College, where she came to believe that massage naturally helps the body strengthen and achieve overall well-being. Along with having experience with Swedish, shiatsu, and deep tissue massage, Jasmin has previously worked in retail and reception. This experience, combined with her knowledge of massage, as well as her positive and accommodating spirit, makes her the perfect first contact for clients walking into Element.
JENNY R.
Jenny is NY state licensed massage therapist who graduated from Finger Lakes School of Massage in 2003. Her integrative massage style blends deep tissue and connective tissue therapies to restore balance to the body and relax the mind. Jenny specializes in focused massage work based on the client and their particular conditions and especially enjoys working with those who have pain related issues of the hips, back, and neck where she can help bring significant pain relief. She also performs Swedish, pre- and postnatal, and hot stone massages.
JOSH W.
Josh is a New York state licensed massage therapist and graduate of the Swedish Institute. Graduating in 2005, Josh has studied and mastered multiple techniques, working to achieve cohesion on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. Josh blends both Eastern and Western modalities, specializing in trigger point work, the ancient Hawaiian technique of Lomi Lomi, and myofascial unwinding. These techniques can help release physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual blockages allowing for better clarity and relaxation. Josh is also trained in hot stone, reflexology, and prenatal massage. He has worked at some of the top spas in Manhattan and has been reviewed in Allure magazine for his exceptional work.
JOSHUA M.
Joshua is a New York State licensed massage therapist. Graduating from Queensborough College, his specialties include Swedish massage, deep tissue, shiatsu, and medical applications of massage work. Joshua is currently finishing a degree in exercise science in preparation for a doctorate in physical therapy. In his free time, he is an avid fan of jazz music (playing the guitar), cooking, and travel.
KELLY K.
Kelly is a licensed massage therapist in the state of New York and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). She received her training at the Swedish Institute, completing the program in April 2004. Her modalities include Swedish, deep tissue, pre- and postnatal massage, stone massage, and Five Element style shiatsu. She also teaches couples instructional massage. Kelly earned a BA in dance from Western Michigan University in 1996.
MARIE-LINE B.
Marie-Line earned her associate's degree in massage therapy at The Swedish Institute in New York in 2009. This training gave her the tools she needed to pursue her dream as a care-giver. Marie-Line believes that self-care is very important in everyone's busy lives and that massage therapy, when intuitively done, can be beneficial for everyone.
Marie-Line has spent many years working in diverse massage facilities that have included chiropractic offices and high-end spas, as well as working with private massage agencies. Her tailored massage sessions integrate a combination of modalities and techniques that create a unique style designed for the best therapeutic results for the individual. Her therapeutic massage goals are often to help alleviate discomfort and pain; relieve stress; and to address specific muscle injuries. Marie-Line is trained in Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release, sport massage, dynamic cupping, prenatal, and hot stone massage.
During her off-time she loves listening to music, reading, painting, jewelry-making, taking care of her family, and spending quality time with her wonderful twin daughters.
For Marie-Line, it is a pleasure to cross paths with any individual seeking quality professional therapeutic massage care.
OLGA O.
Olga is a New York state licensed massage therapist with an Associate degree in Occupational Studies and Massage Therapy from ASA College in Brooklyn. She is certified in both craniosacral therapy and lymphatic drainage, as well as prenatal massage, and is a proud member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).
Her education included extensive training in Swedish therapeutic massage and traditional shiatsu bodywork. Olga’s sessions are focused, structured, and deeply restorative — designed to support immune function, nervous system regulation, and whole-body balance through precise, gentle touch.
OYAMA I.
Oyama is a New York state licensed massage therapist who received his massage training at the Cortiva Institute in Hoboken, NJ. He is a member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals. His modalities include deep tissue, Swedish, neuromuscular, trigger point, orthopedic, myofascial release, sports massage, and hot stone. Oyama is known for his deep and focused work, bringing kindness and compassion to each massage session. Oyama is originally from Manaus, Brazil where he was an avid fly fisherman in the rivers of the Amazon. Before moving to the United States, Oyama studied law and earned a MBA in Innovation, as well as a postgraduate degree in Economics Engineering and Business and a Bachelor of Business Administration.
SAKI K.
Saki has been delivering comprehensive and compassionate patient care since 2005. Saki graduated from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in 2009 and she graduated from New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2014. She furthered her education by working at a traditional Japanese medicine Kampo clinic in Japan for two years. Saki received her Seitai -Shiatsu certification at Daitouigaku-iryo-school in Japan in 2005 and also completed esthetics training at Christine Valmy, graduating in 2011.
Saki specializes in mental health conditions, pain management, infertility, cosmetic acupuncture, herbal medicine, and shiatsu. Her well-rounded approach to health and wellness has made Saki an asset to Element.
Saki has always had a passion for healing. She grew up in a household of healers. Her father was a chiropractor for almost 45 years and both of her brothers studied chiropractic, osteopathic medicine, and acupuncture where they currently run her father’s business in Japan. She enjoys regularly visiting Japan to visit family and friends.
TREVANIA B.
Trevania is a New York state licensed massage therapist and a graduate of the Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences. She has a passion for massage, holistic healing, and being a positive influence in the lives of others. Trevania uses an intuitive approach to customize a relaxing massage experience that promotes healing and balance physically, mentally, and spiritually. She is trained in Swedish massage, deep tissue, scalp massage, hot stone massage, myofascial release, trigger point release, tui na, reflexology, and Five Element Shiatsu. Trevania believes that massage is essential to pain and stress management and the overall healing of the mind, body, and spirit.
Tirzah B.
Tirzah B., LMT is a New York State licensed massage therapist specializing in shiatsu, deep tissue, and prenatal massage. She offers customized sessions designed to support relaxation, relieve pain, and restore overall balance in the body. Tirzah’s work addresses chronic tension while honoring each client’s unique needs and goals. Guided by a strong belief in the body’s natural ability to heal, she creates a calm, attentive space where clients feel supported and cared for. Whether you are seeking targeted therapeutic work or a deeply relaxing experience, Tirzah is committed to helping you leave each session feeling balanced, restored, and renewed.
WANDA R.
Wanda graduated from the Swedish Institute in 1998 and furthered her studies at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California. With extensive experience in luxury spas, Wanda combines her mastery of technique with a nurturing, intuitive touch. As a Reiki Master, trained by Elaine Abram, Wanda integrates energy healing into her practice, enhancing the clients' relaxation and well-being. She is also certified in prenatal massage, lymphatic drainage, and reflexology, allowing her to offer a variety of specialized treatments. Outside of her professional life, Wanda is passionate about hot yoga and enjoys exploring true crime stories.
Yoana Y.
Yoana is a New York state licensed massage therapist who graduated from the Swedish Institute College of Health Sciences in 2012. After several years of practice, she developed a deep fascination with Maya Abdominal Massage and studied under the lineage of Dr. Rosita Arvigo, DN. She is a certified Arvigo Techniques of Mayan Abdominal Massage® practitioner and believes in the power of touch and self-care as essential tools for healing.
During her sessions, Yoana integrates a variety of techniques, including Swedish massage, myofascial release, deep tissue, shiatsu, abdominal massage, and Tui Na, to help restore the body's natural balance. She takes a personalized approach, tailoring each session to meet her clients' individual needs.
She finds inspiration through her practices in yoga, qi gong, and Muay Thai, incorporating these influences into her work to create a holistic and intuitive healing experience. Yoana also enjoys spending time in nature and traveling.
ELLA W.
Ella is a NY state licensed esthetician. She has over 10 years experience as a spa therapist in Shanghai, China. Her training as a spa therapist included training in skin care health and skin care treatment protocols, cupping, gua sha, tui na, and nutrition all based on the theories of Chinese medicine. Ella also has training in dermaplaning, is a licensed waxing professional, and a licensed massage therapist in the state of Massachusetts. She has worked at high end spas in both China and the United States. Ella believes in a healthy lifestyle and finds importance in maintaining health through treatment, education, and lifestyle.
LILLIE S.
Lillie is a European trained clinical esthetician. Lillie has worked extensively on problematic skin conditions with amazing results for over 30 years. Lillie's passion and dedication has made her a top requested esthetician. People travel from all over seeking her skincare expertise.
MAY L.
May is a NY state licensed esthetician. She has over 11 years experience as a spa therapist working with some of the finest spas in New York. May constantly strives to improve upon her skills in skin care. She is well-versed in gua sha (Chinese facial treatment), ShinBi (Japanese facial technique), acupressure facial massage, and acne-prone skin care treatment. She is fluent in Mandarin and English. May enjoys exercising, photography, cooking, traveling, and exploring new places throughout the city.
OLGA O.
Olga is a New York state licensed massage therapist with an Associate degree in Occupational Studies and Massage Therapy from ASA College in Brooklyn. She is certified in both craniosacral therapy and lymphatic drainage, as well as prenatal massage, and is a proud member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).
Her education included extensive training in Swedish therapeutic massage and traditional shiatsu bodywork. Olga’s sessions are focused, structured, and deeply restorative — designed to support immune function, nervous system regulation, and whole-body balance through precise, gentle touch.
OYAMA I.
Oyama is a New York state licensed massage therapist who received his massage training at the Cortiva Institute in Hoboken, NJ. He is a member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals. His modalities include deep tissue, Swedish, neuromuscular, trigger point, orthopedic, myofascial release, sports massage, and hot stone. Oyama is known for his deep and focused work, bringing kindness and compassion to each massage session. Oyama is originally from Manaus, Brazil where he was an avid fly fisherman in the rivers of the Amazon. Before moving to the United States, Oyama studied law and earned a MBA in Innovation, as well as a postgraduate degree in Economics Engineering and Business and a Bachelor of Business Administration.
WANDA R.
Wanda graduated from the Swedish Institute in 1998 and furthered her studies at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California. With extensive experience in luxury spas, Wanda combines her mastery of technique with a nurturing, intuitive touch. As a Reiki Master, trained by Elaine Abram, Wanda integrates energy healing into her practice, enhancing the clients' relaxation and well-being. She is also certified in prenatal massage, lymphatic drainage, and reflexology, allowing her to offer a variety of specialized treatments. Outside of her professional life, Wanda is passionate about hot yoga and enjoys exploring true crime stories.
MACHI T.
Machi is an Usui Reiki Master certified through the New York Open Center. She studied Reiki with Joanna Crespo, Pamela Miles, Jyogan Hakata-Kohler, and Darah Salmaggi. Machi is an energy coach combining Reiki, energy Medicine, qigong, meditation, and visualization. She works with intuition, drawings, stones, and sometimes toning while channeling the high vibrational, universal life-force energy that supports and kickstarts the self-healing mechanism. Machi practices these energy therapies for pain management, pre & post cancer treatments, body disorders, anxiety, grief, trauma, and body and spirit rebalancing. Her technique restores wellbeing, hope, balance. self-love and lightheartedness.
Machi came to energy coaching via millinery, solar energy project management, art, and animation. Her mom, Linda, was a Shiatsu practitioner and nutritionist. This gave Machi an early belief in traditional medicines, holistic practices and spiritual seeking.
PATRICIA H.
Patricia is a registered polarity therapist and craniosacral therapist with experience since 2005. Since 2001, she has been finely tuning her gifted hands through training and practice to delicately perceive the movement of cerebrospinal fluid through the body's craniosacral system. Her therapeutic touch helps free restrictions within this system to allow the cerebrospinal fluid to flow freely-- nourishing the central nervous system, relieving pain, and inducing a state of deep calmness and balance in which the body can begin to heal, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Patricia studied craniosacral therapy with many of the great teachers in the field, including John Upledger, Gary Strauss, and Heather Principe. Patricia's background and knowledge of occupational therapy, which she has practiced since 1992, also serves to inform her practice. She works with people in every stage of life, from infants and school-aged children to adults and the elderly.
WANDA R.
Wanda graduated from the Swedish Institute in 1998 and furthered her studies at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California. With extensive experience in luxury spas, Wanda combines her mastery of technique with a nurturing, intuitive touch. As a Reiki Master, trained by Elaine Abram, Wanda integrates energy healing into her practice, enhancing the clients' relaxation and well-being. She is also certified in prenatal massage, lymphatic drainage, and reflexology, allowing her to offer a variety of specialized treatments. Outside of her professional life, Wanda is passionate about hot yoga and enjoys exploring true crime stories.
Olga O.
Her education included extensive training in Swedish therapeutic massage and traditional shiatsu bodywork. Olga’s sessions are focused, structured, and deeply restorative — designed to support immune function, nervous system regulation, and whole-body balance through precise, gentle touch.
Patricia H.
Patricia is a certified craniosacral therapist, registered polarity practitioner, Reiki practitioner, and occupational therapist with more than 25 years of experience supporting physical, emotional, and energetic well-being. Sessions incorporate a range of techniques blending hands-on bodywork, intuitive energetic skills, and compassionate therapeutic guidance, tailored to each client's unique needs and experiences.
Patricia's practice is rooted in deep listening, compassionate presence, and a profound respect for the body's innate capacity for healing. She creates a nurturing environment where clients can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and experience meaningful restoration.
Clients often seek her care for stress, pain, emotional overwhelm, fatigue, and life transitions. They frequently report feeling less pain, more grounded, peaceful, energized, and connected following treatment.
ASHLEY T.
Ashley is a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach. She completed her training at the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy in conjunction with the Institute for Functional Medicine.
Ashley partners with clients to make lasting lifestyle changes by aligning with their values and intrinsic motivation. She helps clients embody their version of ideal health by: guiding clients through dietary changes, food plans, and physical activity protocols; educating clients and helping them understand their plan of care; and by providing inspiration and accountability by connecting each client with their own unique vision for health and wellness.
Ashley is passionate about this work because she holds the belief that each human being is creative, resourceful, and whole. Her deepest desire is to empower others to experience vibrant health, so that they have the energy, stamina, and focus to share their gifts with the world.
SARAH K.
Sarah Khan, PhD, is a Functional and Integrative Nutrition Practitioner specializing in autoimmune conditions, gut health, blood sugar dysregulation, chronic inflammation, and hormone imbalances including PCOS, PMDD, infertility, perimenopause, and menopause. She holds a PhD in Functional Nutrition and practices through a systems biology–based framework, recognizing that symptoms emerge from interconnected imbalances across the gut, immune, endocrine, metabolic, and nervous systems.
Sarah partners closely with patients to develop individualized, sustainable care plans that support whole-body healing. Her work includes comprehensive nutrition and lifestyle assessments, personalized dietary and lifestyle strategies, and education that helps clients understand how physiological systems interact to influence hormone signaling, inflammation, metabolic health, and immune function. By addressing root drivers such as blood sugar regulation, gut integrity, nutrient status, detoxification pathways, and stress physiology, she supports long-term regulation rather than short-term symptom suppression.
Sarah’s passion for this work is deeply personal. Diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease at a young age, she experienced firsthand how a systems-based functional nutrition approach can restore balance when the body is supported as an integrated whole. She believes the body has an innate capacity to heal when underlying imbalances are addressed, and her mission is to empower individuals to reclaim their health, energy, and confidence through informed, sustainable care.
CORRINA B.
Corrina is an intuitive strategist who uses astrology, tarot, and other tools to help her clients transform their lives. She has trained in intuitive development techniques, astrology, yoga, and metaphysical sciences for over a decade and has learned to access her intuitive abilities with guidance from her mentor, Katina Demetra.
Dividing her time between her own consulting practice and being a mom to two children, Corrina’s individual client base ranges from television executives to artists and entrepreneurs. Corrina is eternally grateful to her guides in this world and the next that have taught her how to work with her sensitivities, to trust the information that comes through to her, and allow it to help her guide others.
S. M.
S Maxfield is a Tarot reader and story writer. In a moment of transformation fueled by grief, Maxfield turned to the Tarot in the summer of 2021 and has been a daily reader ever since. Maxfield experiences the Tarot as an “intuition gym,” and follows the inner guidance inherent in the practice, plus the wisdom and teachings of expert readers such as Rachel Pollack and Jenna Maltin. Maxfield's readings focus on supporting querents to develop personal insight and connection to the universal.
Maxfield also holds a 200-hour yoga teacher certification and writes fiction for young adults, focusing on stories of healing and joy for marginalized folks–particularly queer + disabled folks, such as herself. She lives with her partner and their kiddo in Lenapehoking (Brooklyn).
Please note: S is not a psychic nor do they claim to be able to tell the future. S use the Tarot as a tool to support clients in developing a relationship with their own intuition.
ANASTASIA P.
Anastasia first experienced the Alexander Technique while attending college as part of the curriculum in one of her dance classes. Her experience there was powerfully transformative. The Alexander Technique helped her rehabilitate her dance injuries, find a deeper and richer movement potential within herself and become less stressed and more balanced in her daily life. She is particularly interested in working with people struggling with pain and injury, and additionally with those interested in the deeper connections between mind and body and body and emotions. Her students come from all walks of life.
Anastasia is an AmSat certified teacher of the Alexander Technique. She graduated from The American Center for the Alexander Technique (ACAT), America's oldest AT teacher training program, in 2012. She is also an energy healer and teaches both yoga and bellydance.
MAURA HENNINGER
Maura Henninger is a licensed and board-certified Naturopathic Doctor based both in New York City and Connecticut who offers natural health options for everyday health concerns. She believes that each person is unique and treats patients with the utmost care and compassion, working with each to create a personalized holistic treatment plan that will include a combination of supplementation, detoxification, lifestyle recommendations and methods to optimize the mind-body connection. Dr. Henninger loves educating her patients and is committed to ensuring that each patient fully understands his or her treatment plan. She also thinks that the key to optimal health lies in the fusion of conventional and holistic medicine and works closely with MDs and other health professionals to ensure a patient’s greatest success.
After receiving her undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College, she continued her studies at The Columbia University Premedical Postbaccalaureate Program. Her life-long passion for holistic healing led her to the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine. After completing four years of study, 1200+ hours of in-residence clinical training, and a medical internship at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport, she earned her doctoral degree in Naturopathic Medicine. She received additional training at The New England School of Homeopathy. She is also boarded as a Certified Nutrition Specialist®.
Dr. Henninger is an emeritus board member and current member of the New York Association of Naturopathic Physicians, a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and a member of the Gastroenterology Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
She lives in Westchester and is the mother of two young daughters with whom she enjoys getting out into nature every chance she gets.
SHANNON ISELIN (CAVANAUGH)
Dr. Shannon is a foremost naturopathic expert in the areas of fertility and women’s health, bringing together the best of naturopathic and functional medicine. Her areas of interest and expertise are preconception, unexplained infertility, menopause/perimenopause, PCOS, hair loss and hormonal acne.
In addition to hormone imbalance, Dr. Iselin (Cavanaugh) is an expert in gut health, which underlies so many health and hormone issues.
She brings enthusiasm and dedication to the individual picture of each of her patients struggling with fertility — and to those seeking to optimize their hormonal health.
Credentials, Education and Achievements:
- Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences and Biochemistry at the University of Arizona
- Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at Sonoran University of Health Sciences
- Postgraduate General Medicine Residency at Sonoran University of Health Sciences Medical Center
- Board Certified by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners
- Licensed Naturopathic Physician by the States of Alaska and Arizona
- Member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Special Training & Emphasis on:
- Advanced Integrative Infertility
- Male Factor Infertility
- Preconception Care
- Women’s Hormonal Health
- Contraceptive Counseling and Education
Why I became a naturopathic doctor:
As a young woman I found myself needing more than what conventional women’s healthcare had to offer. No matter my concerns, it seemed hormonal birth control was my only option. But what I really needed was more time with providers during visits, more access to testing, options besides pharmaceuticals, and more than anything, an investigation into the root cause of my symptoms. Naturopathic medicine was this and I have since set out to provide this high level of care as my standard of practice.
What conditions I love to treat:
- Infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, preconception preparation
- Women’s Health: Irregular periods, amenorrhea, PCOS, endometriosis, PMS, acne, hair loss, thyroid imbalance, transitioning off hormonal birth control
Things you may not know about me:
- I love all things regenerative wellness including regular cold plunges in the nearby river.
- My hobbies include gardening, yoga, and running.
- I am a proud dog mom to a 5-lb chihuahua named Hazel.
- My fiancé and I enjoy long distance backpacking and canoeing in remote backcountry every summer.
RONAK PATEL
Dr. Ronak Patel is an expert in the intersection of the naturopathic and functional medicine approaches. He brings a unique and exciting blend of training and specializes in treating men’s and women’s hormones, thyroid conditions, digestive concerns (IBS, SIBO, IBD) and autoimmune disease.
Credentials, Education & Achievements:
- Bachelors in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Albany College of Pharmacy
- Naturopathic Doctorate, Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
- Board Certified by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners
- Licensed by the State of Vermont Naturopathic Medicine Committee
- Member, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
- Institute of Functional Medicine Member
Special Training & Emphasis on:
- Women’s Hormones including PCOS and Fertility
- Men’s Health
- Thyroid, Adrenal & Hair Loss
- Gastrointestinal diseases (Leaky gut, SIBO, IBS/IBD, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis )
- Autoimmune diseases (Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Grave’s disease, Hashimoto’s disease, fibromyalgia)
Why I became a Naturopathic Doctor?
Growing up, I always knew I wanted to be a doctor. After finishing my undergraduate studies in a pharmaceutical research program, I realized that the path of natural medicine made more sense for me. Seeing close family members suffer from preventable diseases was a big wake up call. The principles of naturopathic medicine resonated deeply and I practice them daily with patients, empowering them to find healing. I love that this medicine allows me to really spend time with patients, hearing everything they have to say and putting together tailored, personalized protocols. Practicing root-cause medicine is incredibly rewarding.
What conditions I love to treat?
Hormonal concerns (women’s and men’s hormones, thyroid and adrenal) digestive issues (IBS, IBD, SIBO), autoimmune disease
Things you may not know about me:
- Travel is my favorite hobby
- I was born in India but raised in Connecticut
- I’m a great cook and can make all types of cuisines
- I’m a podcast fanatic
- I love functional medicine and, in the early part of my career, trained other doctors in how to use functional medicine labs
- My favorite food: Gluten-free pizza
KELLIE MOORE
Dr. Moore brings a decade of exceptional experience as a naturopathic doctor to the Flora team. She has a compassionate and collaborative approach to naturopathic and functional medicine that seeks to empower patients to understand their bodies and tap into their innate ability to be well.
Credentials, Education & Achievements:
- Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University
- Bachelors in Biology and Environmental Studies, Austin College
- Masters of Science in Environmental Geography, Texas A&M University
- Board Certified by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners
- Licensed Naturopathic Physician by the State of Washington
Special Training & Emphasis on:
- Gastrointestinal health
- Perimenopause
- Postmenopausal health concerns including osteoporosis
- Hyperlipidemia (elevated cholesterol) and insulin resistance
Why I became a Naturopathic Doctor?
As a young mother I felt disempowered by the conventional treatment offered to my oldest son for recurrent ear infections. I felt there had to be an alternative approach to simply prescribing multiple rounds of antibiotics. That experience and search for options lead me to discover naturopathic medicine and the approach of addressing the root cause of illness rather than only masking symptoms. I appreciate the time I can take as a naturopath to dive deep into lifestyle, personal history and testing and to create personalized treatment plans.
What conditions do I love to treat?
It’s hard for me to choose because so many conditions benefit from a root cause approach, but here are a few of my favorites:
- Gut health was my first love as a naturopath and I continue to be passionate about helping patients improve their overall health by addressing inflammation and imbalances in the gut that can manifest in conditions like GERD, SIBO/IMO, IBS and IBS.
- I love helping women navigate perimenopause and the many potential associated symptoms, including insomnia, anxiety, joint pain, brain fog and hot flashes.
- I am also passionate about helping empower women to optimize their health postmenopausally and reduce their risk of osteoporosis, diabetes, heart disease and dementia.
- I enjoy helping people uncover and address insulin resistance and prediabetes which are quite common and contribute to many chronic inflammatory conditions.
- I find it very rewarding to be able to help patients address mental health and attention disorders from a holistic perspective that screens for hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, gut inflammation and social and environmental factors.
Things you may not know about me:
- I was born in Lima, Peru, but only lived there for 8 months, and have never been back – it’s on my bucket list!
- My husband is a Brit – and he has a charming accent
- I have four teenagers, two biological sons and two daughters adopted from Brazil
- I spent my highschool years in Brazil and speak Portuguese fluently
- In my freetime I love to sauna, hike, practice yoga and read
Elisabeth Jamison
Elisabeth Jamison is a MindBody Grief + Pain Coach and award-winning filmmaker whose work has explored profound themes of loss, transformation, and healing. After the back-to-back deaths of both her parents, grief became more than a subject—it became a lived experience that reshaped her entirely.
The aftermath wasn’t graceful. She experienced panic attacks, sudden hair loss, and the onset of debilitating chronic back pain. It was a full-body crisis that no self-help book could fix. And yet, slowly, breath by breath, grief and pain became her greatest teachers. Through a blend of mindbody tools, nervous system work, and deep inner inquiry, Elisabeth began to recover—emotionally and physically.
Today, she brings that hard-earned wisdom into her coaching practice, supporting others who are navigating both the emotional weight of grief and the physical realities of chronic pain. Because often, the two are deeply connected: unprocessed grief can manifest in the body, and chronic pain can bring about its own kind of mourning.
Elisabeth offers a compassionate, judgment-free space for clients to untangle what hurts—whether it’s emotional, physical, or both. She believes grief doesn’t follow stages and pain isn’t just structural. Both deserve to be met with curiosity, kindness, and skillful support.
Her approach blends neuroscience, mind-body somatic work, positive psychology, spiritual insight, and (when welcome) a touch of dark humor. Whether you’re in the thick of a significant loss, struggling with ongoing pain, or carrying a heavy mix of both, Elisabeth meets you exactly where you are. You don’t have to do this alone.
MARINA C.
Marina has collaborated with Element as a designer since 2005. She obtained her architecture degree from The City University of New York, she holds a Master in Architecture from Harvard University Graduate School of Design and a Ph.D. in History of Architecture and Urbanism from the University of Sao Paulo. In 2013 she founded Atelier Architecture and Urban Design, an international design practice based in Rio de Janeiro, Los Angeles and New York. She has taught at Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Pratt Institute, RISD and other institutions since 2017. She is a licensed architect by the Council of Architecture and Urbanism of Rio de Janeiro and an International Associate of the American Institute of Architects.
ALYSSA WALSH
Alyssa has been living and working in New York City since 2009. After graduating from the College of Charleston in South Carolina with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing, her parents recruited her to help them open a destination spa in upstate New York. With the success and growth of The Spa at Traditions, Alyssa was ready to move on to more opportunities in NYC. She was happy to find Element Natural Healing Arts and has since made it her second home.
ALONZO G.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, Alonzo is pursuing a career in accounting. In his free time, he enjoys watching soccer games, working out, and spending time with friends.
CLARA E.
Originally from upstate New York, Clara moved to Brooklyn in the spring of 2017 to finish her undergraduate degree and pursue her passions for architectural restoration, music composition, and visual art. In her free time, Clara likes to explore new neighborhoods, go to museums, and play the piano.
KAM P.
Kam was born and raised in Brooklyn. She is currently studying film production at BMCC. In Kam's free time she loves film, art, and her dogs Coco & Dutchess!
SYDNEY N.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, Sydney studied Forensic Psychology at John Jay and intends to pursue her masters in Forensic Psychology. In her free time, Sydney loves to watch new shows and movies, hang out with friends and loved ones, and play with her dog Joey.