Health Professionals near Thornwood, NY

"Welcome to Trditional Acupuncture and Herb Center, where I make it my mission to help you and your family achieve optimum wellness and health. I have served in my New York office since 1993."

Hi! I’m Farah and I’m a Registered Dietitian (RD) and a Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN) based in New York City. I have a Masters in Food & Nutrition, and a Masters in Fine Art! I'm a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), and I work with clients on variety of health issues including weight management, sports nutrition, diabetes and more. My goal is to help you manage your health diet with ease and confidence for the long-term. You won't work with me forever, but you will learn for a lifetime of health!

My passion is my patients' well-being. My goal is to create health for future generations starting NOW! I treat the cause of the problem, and not just the pain. I specialize in the diagnosis of joint pain and its treatments using an innovative, established, and well-researched approach to non-surgical care while incorporating proper nutritional protocols. Using leading-edge techniques like Active Release Technique, a patented form of myofascial release - gets results/resolve within a short period. Back/shoulder pain, sciatica, knee problems, tennis elbow, plantar faciitis, are just a few conditions that respond quickly and with resolution.

Dr. Pearl uses a "whole person approach" when taking care of his patients. By combining the very best hands-on-technique, state of the art physiotherapy procedures, and providing the newest and best natural vitamins and mineral supplements on the market today, Dr. Pearl is able to help you to accelerate and/or maintain your journey to good health.

Alex focuses on the central core and most important aspects of nutrition and health. She creates an individualized plan based on your specific nutritional needs, medical and family history, weight history, preferences and lifestyle. Alex specializes in weight management and medical nutrition therapy and holds a specialty in diabetes. Through her extensive experience with the pediatric and adult population, Alex has developed her own specialized style of counseling to help each patient achieve his or her goals. She implements evidence-based research and cutting edge science, and uses techniques that help you make realistic and permanent changes and provides constant support and motivation.

As a dietitian, I educate, empower and give you the tools needed to create new eating habits, and promote positive lifestyle changes that are sustainable and realistic. With a client centered approach, I provide individualized nutrition counseling people of all ages. There is no “one size fits all” solution when it comes to achieving health.

We are a dedicated team of licensed acupuncturists and board certified practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine practicing at The Scarsdale Wellness Center in Scarsdale, New York. It is our goal to provide you with a safe, comfortable and positive therapeutic experience. During an initial consultation, we will specifically address your individual needs and tailor your treatment accordingly. We value an integrative approach toward healing and combine the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine with an understanding of modern Western medicine. Special areas of expertise include male and female infertility, pain management, emotional imbalances, and weight loss.

I have successfully helped hundreds achieve health, weight, and athletic performance goals. I provide individual counseling to help motivate the client and take the steps necessary to achieve permanent change. When appropriate, I help redefine the individual's relationship with food. Many are confused by media representations of rapidly changing recommendations. As a nutrition educator at Columbia University, I stay abreast of the latest research and am adept at explaining advances in the field and integrating them into diet planning. I work with athletic teams ranging from high school to collegiate and professional.

As a registered dietitian I have the skills to work with you to tailor achievable diet and health goals to meet your needs. Together we can devise realistic strategies to accomplish those goals. I can assist you to implement the right plan to lose weight, minimize gastrointestinal symptoms, reduce medication doses, improve blood work values and eat a balanced diet.

If YOU are struggling with weight gain, gut issues ( constipation/diarrhea ), have malnutrition, infertility/ breastfeeding/ pregnancy issues, and suffer from chronic diseases such as CVDs, Renal Diseases, Cirrhosis, Cancer, DM, Osteoporosis, wound healing, and having trouble coping with stress. If YOU are seeking a health coach, a personal trainer and desire to make lifestyle changes. YOU are my ideal client! My method is using the integrative functional, Holistic approach , structure lifestyle. I offered group consultation and corporate events.

Whether you're looking to improve your health by losing weight, lowering cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and blood sugar, or if you are suffering from digestive issues, I believe in a whole food and integrative approach. Nutrition has monumental effects on our bodies and has the ability to prevent, alleviate and even heal many health conditions. Change must be made slowly and long-term, because there are no quick fixes. Nutrition advice is based on scientific evidence and plans are personalized to each patient's specific health goals and preferences.

My practice is holistic, integrative, and complementary in nature. By combining science with natural healing modalities, I work in partnership with my patients to help them GET WELL AND STAY WELL. It is clear that the mind-body connection is intrinsic to healing. Therefore, I believe that medical treatments must be completely individualized, for patients to reach optimal health.

As a Credentialed Registered Dietitian, I work with clients to develop plans that are gimmick-free and easy to follow. Fad diets don't work and ultimately lead to disappointment. I take a balanced and realistic approach to help you live a healthier life. In our first session, I develop a comprehensive and customized meal plan that addresses your specific health needs, lifestyle and nutrition concerns without deprivation. Follow up sessions support your goals, and in between office visits, I am available via phone, email or text to answer questions and offer encouragement.

Are you active,stressed,recovering from an injury,training for an event or just want to relax, I can help! I have 33 yrs experience as a Licensed Massage Tharapist. During that time I have worked for 6 pro sport teams in the NYC area. Although I have work on many athletes you don't need to be a professional athlete to need a massage. Massage is for everyone and it can help you deal with all the stresses of today's world.

The Life Focus Nutrition Centers are a comprehensive nutrition practice specializing in individual and family nutrition counseling specializations in plant-based nutrition, weight management, cholesterol and cardia management, adolescent and pediatric nutrition (autism, failure to thrive, picky eaters, food allergies, and weight control), gastrointestinal diseases (food sensitivities,IBS, Crohn's, Colitis, reflux), diabetes, sports nutrition, pregnancy related issues & oncology. Our focus is to help empower individuals and families to making sustainable food choices for you and your planet to be healthy!

Christian DiStefano is a board certified acupuncturist in New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island. Special areas of expertise include hormonal balancing, male and female infertility, pain management, sports medicine emotional imbalances, and weight loss. Christian is committed to helping his patients get well and stay well.

Jill Gulotta, MS, RDN, CDN is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Dietitian Nutritionist and Therapist with offices in New York City and Tarrytown, NY. Jill holds a holds a Masters of Science in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from Teachers College, Columbia University and a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University.

Tanisha Bandoo is a registered dietitian nutritionist licensed in New York, Connecticut, and Florida. She has worked with a diverse patient population, including adolescents and adults in residential, IOP/PHP, and outpatient levels. At these facilities, she led cooking and nutrition education groups, provided meal support, and developed comprehensive nutritional meal plans. She has experience with ARFID, bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa, BED, and other nutritional medical conditions.

"Has it been a while since you felt well? Are you looking to manage your symptoms in the short term + heal in the long term?" As an Integrative and Functional Nutritionist + Certified LEAP Therapist, I work to uncover underlying root causes for your health conditions. A variety of symptoms can be traced to poor gut health. Whatever the root cause, I blend whole-food therapies, targeted nutrition supplements, + lifestyle changes to support your body's ability to heal + feel better. My approach is thorough + detailed. I utilize current health information, lab work, food logs, + track your historical health record and symptoms.