Health Professionals in California
My ultimate goal is for each client's body, mind and soul to be nurtured and rejuvenated.
My ultimate goal is for each client's body, mind and soul to be nurtured and rejuvenated.
Hearing the news you have cancer can be devastating and life changing, but it does not have to destroy your quality of life. I am a 5 time cancer survivor. I am a Certified Nutritionist and Certified Senior Nutrition Specialist that has the personal experience and training to help you through aging and health conditions that may develop.
Hearing the news you have cancer can be devastating and life changing, but it does not have to destroy your quality of life. I am a 5 time cancer survivor. I am a Certified Nutritionist and Certified Senior Nutrition Specialist that has the personal experience and training to help you through aging and health conditions that may develop.
Take time to take care of yourself with my in-home therapeutic massage to relax, balance, and breath in wellness energy bodywork. I specialize in muscle release and alignment, pain management, stretching utilizing passive and active range of motion facilitation. Active stretching helps my clients lengthen, strengthen, and condition their muscular fascia restoring flexibility. I also incorporate deep tissue, strain counterstrain, and myoskeletal therapy to release scar tissue in surrounding joints and areas difficult to release with common stretching. These techniques help realign muscle fibers for greater mobility and stability.
Take time to take care of yourself with my in-home therapeutic massage to relax, balance, and breath in wellness energy bodywork. I specialize in muscle release and alignment, pain management, stretching utilizing passive and active range of motion facilitation. Active stretching helps my clients lengthen, strengthen, and condition their muscular fascia restoring flexibility. I also incorporate deep tissue, strain counterstrain, and myoskeletal therapy to release scar tissue in surrounding joints and areas difficult to release with common stretching. These techniques help realign muscle fibers for greater mobility and stability.
You are not a cookie, so you will not get a cookie-cutter approach from me! When your body feels inflamed, tired, or you are not feeling like your best self, I’m here to help identify what’s driving your symptoms. Together, we’ll explore the root causes of fatigue, brain fog, and weight resistance through a functional nutrition lens. I use highly personalized strategies which may include functional testing, blood sugar tracking, and targeted diet & lifestyle shifts to support women with metabolic health, gut health challenges, hormonal changes, and autoimmunity to help them feel their best.
You are not a cookie, so you will not get a cookie-cutter approach from me! When your body feels inflamed, tired, or you are not feeling like your best self, I’m here to help identify what’s driving your symptoms. Together, we’ll explore the root causes of fatigue, brain fog, and weight resistance through a functional nutrition lens. I use highly personalized strategies which may include functional testing, blood sugar tracking, and targeted diet & lifestyle shifts to support women with metabolic health, gut health challenges, hormonal changes, and autoimmunity to help them feel their best.
My medical practice of over 25 years focuses on the treatment of the whole individual to stimulate the body's natural healing abilities. I have designed my practice as a nurturing environment where the physical, as well as the emotional, history lays the groundwork for treatment. Through this approach, I treat the cause of disease/illness rather than just the symptoms. Utilizing effective and appropriately individualized treatment methods, the patient is guided towards balanced health. The goal is to create optimal wellness by identifying and eliminating the stressors on a patient's system and supporting the body's physiology.
My medical practice of over 25 years focuses on the treatment of the whole individual to stimulate the body's natural healing abilities. I have designed my practice as a nurturing environment where the physical, as well as the emotional, history lays the groundwork for treatment. Through this approach, I treat the cause of disease/illness rather than just the symptoms. Utilizing effective and appropriately individualized treatment methods, the patient is guided towards balanced health. The goal is to create optimal wellness by identifying and eliminating the stressors on a patient's system and supporting the body's physiology.
Patients seeking treatment at Sports and Family Chiropractic with Dr. Gary Wright are assured of receiving only the finest quality care through the use of modern chiropractic equipment and technology. Dr. Gary Wright and the staff have a genuine concern for your well-being! We specialize in Family Care and Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation. We treat all age ranges from newborns to patients well into their 90's.
Patients seeking treatment at Sports and Family Chiropractic with Dr. Gary Wright are assured of receiving only the finest quality care through the use of modern chiropractic equipment and technology. Dr. Gary Wright and the staff have a genuine concern for your well-being! We specialize in Family Care and Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation. We treat all age ranges from newborns to patients well into their 90's.
panning over 30 years of cumulative experience, Bird Lew's methodology comprises a tapestry of varied disciplines. Her own personal journey to heal injuries and imbalances, led to a broad-range of studies in complementary therapies, including that of movement study moving over stone-one of many effective methods she draws from to treat her patients. Bird Lew's treatment philosophy is greatly influenced by many thought leaders including: Lynda Ceasara, a senior student of Lauren Berry regarding soft tissue alignment, Matt Callison, L.Ac in his interpretation of releasing Trigger Points, and Darren Starwyn inventor of the Acutron.
panning over 30 years of cumulative experience, Bird Lew's methodology comprises a tapestry of varied disciplines. Her own personal journey to heal injuries and imbalances, led to a broad-range of studies in complementary therapies, including that of movement study moving over stone-one of many effective methods she draws from to treat her patients. Bird Lew's treatment philosophy is greatly influenced by many thought leaders including: Lynda Ceasara, a senior student of Lauren Berry regarding soft tissue alignment, Matt Callison, L.Ac in his interpretation of releasing Trigger Points, and Darren Starwyn inventor of the Acutron.
Monterey Natural Wellness is an integrative medicine center offering Acupuncture, IV Therapy, Chinese and Functional medicine. We combine modern health principles and ancient healing philosophy, to create personalized, multi-disciplinary healthcare.
Monterey Natural Wellness is an integrative medicine center offering Acupuncture, IV Therapy, Chinese and Functional medicine. We combine modern health principles and ancient healing philosophy, to create personalized, multi-disciplinary healthcare.
I use a whole foods approach to guide you to a healthier and happier lifestyle with the end goal of reducing or eliminating symptoms where food sensitivities can play a primary or secondary role. Some of these symptoms/medical conditions include: Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other digestive disorders, Diarrhea, Arthritis, Migraines, Hashimoto's, Eczema, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. I also specialize in plant-based diets. I offer specialized testing that helps me personalize diet, and lifestyle recommendations such as: micronutrient, food sensitivity, and gut microbiome testing.
I use a whole foods approach to guide you to a healthier and happier lifestyle with the end goal of reducing or eliminating symptoms where food sensitivities can play a primary or secondary role. Some of these symptoms/medical conditions include: Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other digestive disorders, Diarrhea, Arthritis, Migraines, Hashimoto's, Eczema, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. I also specialize in plant-based diets. I offer specialized testing that helps me personalize diet, and lifestyle recommendations such as: micronutrient, food sensitivity, and gut microbiome testing.
I believe in an All Foods Fit Philosophy, and take a non-diet approach to meal planning by incorporating the principles of Intuitive Eating. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to change their relationship with food. We live in a world full of pressure around food and ideas around "good and bad" and "should and shouldn't." If you want to go the anti-diet route and heal your relationship with food and your body or if you are looking to stop the diet cycling then you may enjoy working together as well.
I believe in an All Foods Fit Philosophy, and take a non-diet approach to meal planning by incorporating the principles of Intuitive Eating. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to change their relationship with food. We live in a world full of pressure around food and ideas around "good and bad" and "should and shouldn't." If you want to go the anti-diet route and heal your relationship with food and your body or if you are looking to stop the diet cycling then you may enjoy working together as well.
Are you struggling with persistent digestive issues, feeling overwhelmed by endless doctor appointments, or frustrated by the lack of clear solutions? You're not alone, and I'm here to help. I'm Jessica Martinez, a Registered Dietitian specializing in gastrointestinal (GI) health and weight management, dedicated to uncovering the root causes of your symptoms and helping you achieve lasting wellness.
Are you struggling with persistent digestive issues, feeling overwhelmed by endless doctor appointments, or frustrated by the lack of clear solutions? You're not alone, and I'm here to help. I'm Jessica Martinez, a Registered Dietitian specializing in gastrointestinal (GI) health and weight management, dedicated to uncovering the root causes of your symptoms and helping you achieve lasting wellness.
As a nutrition scientist and registered dietitian, my goal is to help you pin-point the current challenges you are facing with your health and nutrition. Through remote Telehealth services, we will work together to create actionable steps towards long-term healthy habits. Whether that means understanding how to improve your relationships with food, weight management, fuel exercise performance, finding a meal pattern that improves digestive symptoms, managing chronic disease and more.
As a nutrition scientist and registered dietitian, my goal is to help you pin-point the current challenges you are facing with your health and nutrition. Through remote Telehealth services, we will work together to create actionable steps towards long-term healthy habits. Whether that means understanding how to improve your relationships with food, weight management, fuel exercise performance, finding a meal pattern that improves digestive symptoms, managing chronic disease and more.
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I'm determined to provide excellent healthcare utilizing Chinese Medicine and Functional Medicine. Acupuncture and herbal medicine have been well-documented for thousands of years and are endorsed by the World Health Organization as effective primary healthcare. Functional Medicine is a form of medicine that utilizes Lab work, supplements and nutrition to get to the root cause of disease. I specialize in Internal Medicine and Orthopedics. If you have any questions about Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine please feel free to contact me. I'm happy to help.
I'm determined to provide excellent healthcare utilizing Chinese Medicine and Functional Medicine. Acupuncture and herbal medicine have been well-documented for thousands of years and are endorsed by the World Health Organization as effective primary healthcare. Functional Medicine is a form of medicine that utilizes Lab work, supplements and nutrition to get to the root cause of disease. I specialize in Internal Medicine and Orthopedics. If you have any questions about Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine please feel free to contact me. I'm happy to help.
Yaping Chen is an experienced acupuncturist, herbalist, and
traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. She specializes in chronic
pain relief, injury treatment, weight management, and alleviation of
depression, stress and insomnia.
Yaping Chen is an experienced acupuncturist, herbalist, and
traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. She specializes in chronic
pain relief, injury treatment, weight management, and alleviation of
depression, stress and insomnia.
I offer you comprehensive, caring consultations and treatment. These are tailored to you specifically. I use blood, saliva and stool tests to identify the cause of your illness and track your improvement. A complete Chinese Medicine exam; pulse and tongue reading is available at each visit along with some muscle testing. Each session gives you a sense of progress and a path toward a specific resolution in your healing process. During your treatment, you will experience acupuncture, magnet therapy, massage, hypnosis or guided meditation. You are invited to become quiet and still so that your healing nature is activated.
I offer you comprehensive, caring consultations and treatment. These are tailored to you specifically. I use blood, saliva and stool tests to identify the cause of your illness and track your improvement. A complete Chinese Medicine exam; pulse and tongue reading is available at each visit along with some muscle testing. Each session gives you a sense of progress and a path toward a specific resolution in your healing process. During your treatment, you will experience acupuncture, magnet therapy, massage, hypnosis or guided meditation. You are invited to become quiet and still so that your healing nature is activated.
Holistic approach. Food First. Science Based. Using a holistic approach, I assess your diet, symptoms, history, tests to understand what your best next steps would be. We'll work on diet & lifestyle, supplements to fill in gaps, and discuss testing if that is something you want to explore. Imagine what it would be like to be free of your symptoms. Have more energy, mental clarity, normal bowel movements and feel good in your own body. Everyone is different. I use food as nourishment, cell signaling, and healing to get you back to being healthy. I don't have one set protocol for everyone. I offer personalized nutrition guidance.
Holistic approach. Food First. Science Based. Using a holistic approach, I assess your diet, symptoms, history, tests to understand what your best next steps would be. We'll work on diet & lifestyle, supplements to fill in gaps, and discuss testing if that is something you want to explore. Imagine what it would be like to be free of your symptoms. Have more energy, mental clarity, normal bowel movements and feel good in your own body. Everyone is different. I use food as nourishment, cell signaling, and healing to get you back to being healthy. I don't have one set protocol for everyone. I offer personalized nutrition guidance.
As a compassionate Dietitian with 17 years of experience specializing in functional nutrition, I'm dedicated to helping you discover the root causes of your health challenges. I understand firsthand the journey of battling autoimmune diseases, gut issues, and thyroid imbalances, as I have navigated similar paths in my own life. I'm particularly passionate about working with individuals who have been told there's nothing wrong with them even though they don't feel well. My approach is tailored to your specific needs and can be conducted conveniently through Zoom, ensuring accessibility and flexibility on your journey to better health
As a compassionate Dietitian with 17 years of experience specializing in functional nutrition, I'm dedicated to helping you discover the root causes of your health challenges. I understand firsthand the journey of battling autoimmune diseases, gut issues, and thyroid imbalances, as I have navigated similar paths in my own life. I'm particularly passionate about working with individuals who have been told there's nothing wrong with them even though they don't feel well. My approach is tailored to your specific needs and can be conducted conveniently through Zoom, ensuring accessibility and flexibility on your journey to better health
I work with busy women who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, inflamed, uncomfortable in their bodies, or frustrated that nothing they try seems to last. Many are navigating pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, hormones, stress, or years of confusing nutrition advice while constantly putting themselves last. They often come to me feeling stuck, defeated, and disconnected from their bodies — wanting support that finally feels realistic, personalized, sustainable, and free from guilt or extreme rules.
I work with busy women who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, inflamed, uncomfortable in their bodies, or frustrated that nothing they try seems to last. Many are navigating pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, hormones, stress, or years of confusing nutrition advice while constantly putting themselves last. They often come to me feeling stuck, defeated, and disconnected from their bodies — wanting support that finally feels realistic, personalized, sustainable, and free from guilt or extreme rules.
Farahnaz Akhavan has worked in the alternative medicine and health care field for over 20 years. She worked in the field of OB/GYN and women's health for several years before becoming an alternative medicine practitioner. She also worked with the united nations as health care professional for two years. She has helped chronically ill patients for numerous years through pain management and nutritional / herbal consultation. She has post graduate training in pain management, migraine headache, and arthritis pain. She accepts attorney's lien for auto and work injuries.
Farahnaz Akhavan has worked in the alternative medicine and health care field for over 20 years. She worked in the field of OB/GYN and women's health for several years before becoming an alternative medicine practitioner. She also worked with the united nations as health care professional for two years. She has helped chronically ill patients for numerous years through pain management and nutritional / herbal consultation. She has post graduate training in pain management, migraine headache, and arthritis pain. She accepts attorney's lien for auto and work injuries.
How to tell if Natural Health is right for me?
California Health Professionals have broad skills and are able to work with a wide range of symptoms.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
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