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:: Natural Health Care ::
:: Dr. Maria A. Perri, D.C. ::
Chiropractor & Director of Wellness Springs
 Dr. Maria Perri, a chiropractor since 1984, believes that a whole person approach that addresses the mind/body connection, healthy lifestyle and active participation of patients in their healing process is essential in quality health care. Her unique treatment approach is gentle and specific and emphasizes posture, release of muscle tension and therapeutic exercise. She blends a relaxed, caring healing environment with a deep commitment to clinical excellence.
Throughout her career she has been actively involved in fitness and has been the staff chiropractor teaching Back in Motion programs in four fitness centers. In 1989 she was a founding board member of New Approaches to Wellness, an inter-disciplinary holistic health association in NJ, and host of a weekly talk radio show "Healthline" from 1995-98. After a 3 year course in advanced study, Dr. Perri received a Diplomate in Rehabilitation in 2002.
Having the unique opportunity of training personally with renowned neurologists Drs. Janda & Lewit in Prague, Dr. Perri has lectured extensively since 1995, teaching active care techniques to chiropractors throughout the US, Canada and Europe. She has held a position as post-graduated faculty for Los Angeles Chiropractic College since 1995, National Chiropractic College since 2006 and has been a Board Member of the American Chiropractic Board of Rehabilitation since 2003.
In addition, she lectures in the community and in industry regarding health and injury prevention. She authored a chapter in the textbook Rehabilitation of the Spine (2nd edition) and has published a scientific study on the relationship between breathing patterns, stress and chronic pain. She is passionate about teaching Mindfulness based skills to her patients and community. Recently Dr. Perri began a Youth Athlete Wellness Program at Wellness Springs.
She is happily married to a fellow P90 X enthusiast with two wonderful children, and a small herd of horses, cats and wild turkeys.
:: Jodi Bolsenbroek:: Chiropractor
 Dr. Jodi Bolsenbroek is a 2006 New York Chiropractic College graduate. After practicing in New Jersey and working with chiropractors in Orange County, Dr. Jodi has joined our team. Her patient centered philosophy makes her a perfect fit at Wellness Springs.
To facilitate healing in the body, Dr. Jodi focuses on a mind/body connection, release of muscle tension, nutrition, and patient education. She is a health coach for the wellness program Take Shape for Life. Being exposed to chiropractic since the age of 5 years, Dr. Jodi credits her support and encouragement to her family.
Dr. Jodi is currently attending Long Island University, seeking a Masters of Science in Adolescent Education. An Orange County resident all her life, Dr. Jodi's ultimate goal is to teach adolescent science while healing and educating chiropractic patients.
:: Patrick Dillon :: Hypnotherapist
 Patrick Dillon is a certified hypnotist with a private practice, specializing in weight reduction, smoking cessation, stress reduction and self-hypnotism. After practicing Siddha Yoga Meditation for twenty-two years and martial arts for twenty-four years, Pat became convinced of the benefits of a disciplined body and mind. The techniques involved in hypnosis bridge these two disciplines. He received his certification from the National Guild of Hypnotists in 2001. The Guild has rigorous standards for certification and continuing education for its members.
Pat is pleased to offer private and group sessions of hypnosis for smoking cessation, weight control, stress reduction and self hypnotism. He feels it is a great honor to be able to help you make positive, meaningful changes in your lives and invites you to attend these sessions and take advantage of the extraordinary benefits of this life improving methodology.
:: Accupuncturist::
Catherine Cusumano, M.S., L.Ac.
After experiencing the healing benefits of massage and acupuncture, Catherine completed her massage training at Ashmead College of Massage Therapy in Seattle, WA in 1997. She returned to New York City to complete her Masters in Acupuncture at Tri-State College of Acupuncture in June 2004. A life-time "foodie", Catherine recently completed her certification in Nutrition and Health Counseling at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in NYC. Catherine also provides acupuncture services for people dealing with breast cancer treatment through a grant from Breast Cancer Options www.BreastCancerOptions.org
Catherine brings her many years of personal and professional experience to helping teach people how to find and maintain relative balance in their health and in their lives. Physical activity, good food, and strong connections to family and friends are all part of an interesting and balanced life. As the scale tips back and forth, good health comes from knowing how to hold your center and keep your balance.
In addition to acupuncture and nutrition counseling, Catherine, an ordained minister, also practices Reiki on clients, family and friends, herself and the kitties who've had her for several years. She feels grateful they take such good care of her. Visit her website at: Willing Health Acupuncture
:: Nutritionist::
::Tom Petrie, Nutritionist 
Thomas C. Petrie is a graduate of Cornell University with a Bachelors degree in Nutrition. He was Nutritionist with the Pritikin Longevity Center in Garden Grove, CA and Nutritionist for the Total Health Foundation in Albany, NY. He has been a guest on WABC radio and local TV.
He is a Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN), with the New York State Department of Education since 1996. He recently completed his first book on the subject of preventing and reversing heart disease (awaiting publication). This book is co-authored by Michael B. Schachter, M.D., Medical Director of the Schachter Center for Complementary Medicine. (Click here for more information on Schachter Center for Complementary Medicine) His second book, is a critique of anti-vitamin articles that so often appear in various media outlets. He lectures frequently in the New York metropolitan area.
He is an avid distance runner, race-walker, bicyclist and disc golfer. Visit his website at: Tom Petrie
:: Aestheticians ::
::Samantha Crosby
 Samantha Crosby is a licensed aesthetician and graduated from the Hudson Valley School of Advanced Esthetic Skin Care in 2005. Samantha brings her extensive knowledge and training in both natural and medical esthetics to her clients and offers individual and personal consultations. Specialty training by the Jurlique Natural Skin Care company allows her to offer facial or body treatments tailored to the individual needs of her clients. Samantha's goal is to bring to her clients a spa experience that leaves them feeling relaxed, refreshed and beautiful.
::Katrina Duffy
 Katrina graduated top of her class and comes highly recommended by Capri Cosmetology Learning Center. She has a diverse business background which emphasizes her service oriented nature. Her main objective as an aesthetician is not only to provide a warm and relaxing spa experience for her clients, but to also guide and educate them on their at-home skin care routines so that they can always look and feel their best.
Katrina truly believes that beauty comes from within and what you put on your skin is just as important as what you put in your body. With appropriate skincare, sufficient rest, a healthy diet and some regular exercise each and every person can achieve a healthy, positively radiant glow.
Katrina is happily married with two beautiful children. In addition to spending time with her family, she enjoys cooking, reading, and traveling. She is an active member of her church, children's school and her community.
:: Valerie Legeay
 Valerie Legeay was born in Paris, France. She attended the Silvya Terrade International School of Aesthetics in Lyon and graduated from the International Federation of Aesthetics. She was trained by Alain Moize to the fine art of make up and eye brow sculpting (her specialty). Valerie Legeay was born in Paris, France.
She also studied facial Shiatsu in Marseille with Philippe Kusnick, reflexology and an in-depth study of aromatherapy with Helene Mitanchez in Grace (France). Valerie is utterly fascinated by all forms of Healing Arts. She is also a graduate of the Middletown Beauty School in Middletown, NY and is NY State Licensed in Aesthetics.
Her commitment at Wellness Springs Spa is to provide a unique experience of well being to each client as well as a natural approach to aesthetic counseling.
Valerie is an accomplished opera singer and performer. She has been known to hike a few thousand miles throughout France and Spain, dabble in martial arts, theater and of course singing! Presently, she lives in Cornwall, NY.
:: Cathy Verrilli
Cathy is a New York State licensed aesthetician focusing primarily in the natural science of skin. She graduated from the Middletown Beauty School of Esthetics in 2005 and continued her education at the Aveda Institute and the International Dermal Institute both which are located in New York City. Utilizing fundamental esthetic principles together with ayurvedic, aroma and touch therapy allows her to create skin treatments for clients seeking effective, relaxing spa services. Cathy's mission is to allow her clients to achieve their goals through a healthy and holistic approach to skin care.
Cathy enjoys spending time with her family,loves to cook, dance and enjoys exercise classes.
:: Tai Chi::
:: Ronen Divon
 Ronen has been instructing Tai Chi, Qigong and Yoga since 1995. Continuing to explore and practice the ancient ways of these disciplines, as well as other Eastern methods and philosophies, Ronen stresses in his classes elements of relaxation, elongation and breathing. Tai Chi and Qigong instructions include practice of the basic moves, various soft and hard Qigong, the short Yang (24) standard form, meditative and breathings techniques, as well as some elements of the Dao and I-Ching philosophies behind the practice.
Ronen's primary interest is in individual and personal exploration of the body, and through it, a glimpse into the soul. Ronen is the founder of Monroe Yoga and Tai Chi . He is professionally active in the fields of the internet; Progressive Element.com, IsisCSI.com and Green Energy. He is an author of children books, the latest of which is Daddy Fixes Everything.Com , as well as novels, articles related to spirituality and short fictional stories. In addition to instructing Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong, writing and arts, Ronen is also a Dive Master with PADI, and, as a film-buff Ronen posts his recommendations to Ronen Recommends.
A Course in Miracles with Rachel Lopez Connelly
Join us in our exploration of the book A Course in Miracles. A Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a self-study thought system, which helps to gently re-train the mind. This course brings new meaning to the term, spiritual psychology. ACIM teaches forgiveness as the road to inner peace and the remembrance of the love of God. This group will discuss all aspects of the book with a particular focus on the practical application of these principles in our daily lives. No prior knowledge of this work is required. Participants should have their own copy of the book. All are welcome.
"Nothing real can be threatened.
Nothing unreal exists.
Herein lies the peace of God." -ACIM
:: Rachel Lopez Connelly
 Besides spending time with her family, Rachel has three driving passions in her life; horses, healing and the study of A Course in Miracles.
As a certified Registered Therapeutic Riding Instructor, she works with adults and children with disabilities to help them experience the healing power of horses. Rachel is a level III certified practitioner of Reconnective Healing and The Reconnection for the past several years. She studied and received her training in New York City, NY and Los Angeles, California. She was personally trained by Dr. Eric Pearl, founder and author of The Reconnection, Heal Others, Heal Yourself.
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:: Massage Therapists ::
:: Karen Giacco
 A 1999 graduate of the Healing Hands Institute for Massage Therapy in Westwood, New Jersey, Karen received training in Swedish Massage, Pre- and Post-Natal Massage, Shiatsu and Sports Massage. She is licensed in the state of New York and a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
After spending 20 years in the corporate arena as a Sports Marketing and Event Planning Coordinator, Karen decided on a career in Massage Therapy after experiencing the benefits of therapeutic massage as a stress relief tool in her very hectic life. Karen feels that "Knowing I can help ease a client's pain, soothe the discomforts of pregnancy, or assist an athlete to function to their optimal ability is professionally as well as personally satisfying to me."
Karen has been an Orange County resident since 1970 and resides with her husband and son in New Windsor.
:: Peggy Dellabough
 A licensed massage therapist for over 17 years, Peg studied at the New Center for Holistic Health, Education and Research. She is trained in Swedish, Reiki, and Sports massage. Peg's work facilitates healing through relaxation and stress release.
::Charron Klotz
 Charron is a Licensed Massage Therapist in the State of New York and studied at the Academy of Massage Therapy. She utilizes numerous therapeutic modalities to help bring relaxation, relief and a sense of well being to her clients. She has been trained in Swedish massage, shiatsu, trigger point therapy, deep tissue, hot stone, body treatments, and stretching and reflexology techniques.
Charron is a prior Sgt of the U.S. Marines. She enjoys hiking with her two dobermans, horseback riding, gardening, practicing yoga, drawing and reading. She is enthusiastic about learning how things work and observing the healing process.
::Tracie Ann Orozco
Tracie is a NYS Licensed Massage Therapist and Graduate of the Swedish Institute in 2003. She specializes in Swedish, Warm Stone, Shiatsu,
Sports Massage, Trigger Point Therapy and Body Treatments. Tracie is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
:: Jon Potter
 Jon Potter graduated from the Swedish Institute in 1997 and has an advanced degree in Shiatsu and Thai massage therapy. Jon also has been practicing Martial Arts for 30 years. He enjoys being a massage therapist, and says he gets a feeling of great satisfaction from helping others to feel better.
:: Mary C Powers LMT
Mary has been a practicing massage since 1993 she graduated from CT Center For Massage Therapy and setup practice in Westchester NY. In 1996, she became a Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner (For info, visit: Jin Shin Jyutsu) but Mary found her real calling after she suffered sever bilateral sciatica with four herniated discs. Mary did extensive research and study and now considers herself an expert on this injury. Mary then branched out to work to ease the pain from migraines and helps prevent them from returning. A head on car crash left Mary with another injury to her neck. Another life lesson Mary has turned into ways to relieve her clients neck pain, carpal tunnel and so much more.
In her present work Mary has found many marathon runners coming to her and is thrilled when some even refer to her as their "secret weapon". High performance athletes are what Mary says is the fun part of her practice and being part of the training team so rewarding. Mary believes the best way for her clients to receive massage is in as much silence as possible.
Mary had for many very a stressful job as part of a rock 'n' roll tour management team, before becoming a massage therapist. While on the road for years at a time, Mary found massage a life-line to sanity. The routine of air travel, hotels and fast food makes massage therapy while traveling a must on the to do list. Mary feels massage kept her healthy and happy while on the road for years at time while touring the world.
"Massage is not a luxury it is a necessity for living a healthy active life that is free from stress." Mary Powers
:: Glenda Chipperfield LMT
Glenda graduated from CCMT in Westport, Ct. in 1999. Specializing in Sports and Medical massage, she is also an avid golfer and runner -
and understands the demands of competitive sports and injuries associated with athletics. She has been recently certified in cancer massage.
Glenda has a 23 yr. background in graphic design and lives in Salisbury Mills, NY since 1983.
She is very familiar with the scenic Hudson Valley and enjoys the scenery, the local arts, and music in the community. Glenda says,
"I truly love my profession and being able to improve the quality of life in my clients."
:: Yoga Instructors::
::Linda Carter Dougherty, LMSW, RYT
Linda received her 200 Hr. RYT Certification through Yoga Mountain in Cornwall in 2008. She has a passion for her own practice and is just as enthusiastic about sharing her love of yoga with her students. She worked for 24 years as a school social worker at Ramapo Central School district at a K-5 school until retiring in 2009. During the last few years, she has enjoyed teaching yoga to students at the elementary school and to the students she counseled. She completed the Radiant Child Level 1 Yoga Program in 2007 under the guidance of Shakta Kaur Kalsa. Her goal is for her students to find inner peace through asanas and meditation.
Some of Linda's other interests include hiking, reading, cruising, knitting and spending time with her family. She is also a 2nd degree black belt.
::Maddie Donohue
 Madelaine has been a fitness and yoga instructor in the Hudson Valley for the past 20 years. She has studied and practiced yoga with talented teachers at Ananda Ashram, Kripalu, The New Age Center in Nyack and the Open Center in New York City. She recently completed training in chair yoga at the Open Center in New York City under the guidance of Lakshmi Voelker. Madelaine continues to study the art of living with Dr. Gulrukh Bala of Bombay, India and the USA.
Madelaine believes her yoga practice makes her more connected to herself and others and keeps her in harmony with life. Her yoga practice brings much healing and joy to her life. She feels the benefits and transformation physically, emotionally and spiritually. Madelaine adores sharing her knowledge, passion and love for yoga and life with everyone on the journey.
::Rebecca Frey
Rebecca received her 200 HR certification from Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Meenakshi Ashram in Madurai, India. Her background as a therapist contributes to her ability to effectively connect with her class on both a group and individual basis. Through her passion for Yoga, she strives to both challenge and inspire her students with traditional Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow classes.
:: Arlene Kobylinski
 Having studied yoga for over 15 years in New York city, Arlene became an AFPA certified Yoga instructor and is working towards her 200 hour certification through the Yoga Alliance. A past marathoner, who learned of yoga during her training, Arlene, became hooked on the benefits that Yoga lends to the Mind, Body and Spirit. Her goal is to teach adults and children how important it is to incorporate, breathing, stretching and "being present" into our everyday lives.
Arlene teaches Family, Kids and Adult classes and is loving the journey. She lives right here in Highland Mills with her husband, two young boys and dog Buddha.
:: Toni Leone
 Growing up with a grandfather from China, left Toni with an affinity towards Eastern Asian cultures and religions. She was 19 years old when her professor and RYT, Dr. A.K.B Pillai, asked, 'What is the most vital thing in life?' Many of the students in the class offered answers such as love, success and variations of health. For the entire semester her professor withheld his answer. All the while offering subtle hints, after lectures on Hinduism and Transcendentalism, he would pause next to each student and take deep inhalations and even longer exhalations. 'Ah, the breath my students!' he exclaimed with great love and laughter. 'We must learn to breathe with one another.' And together, Toni along with her classmates, learned to breathe and meditate.
Over 15 years later, with two glorious children and a MSpED teaching public school in Monroe-Woodbury, Toni has managed to continue her love affair with the ancient art of yoga and meditation. She has been blessed with a handful of yoga teachers and continues her quest for knowledge as a student and teacher. It is her intention to share her experiences and natural respect for yoga and help spread the message of wellness and compassion to adults and children in our community.
:: Maria Perri
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:: Charleen Predmore
Charleen has been practicing yoga and meditation in many forms over the past few years. As one of the first students of Happy Buddha Yoga, she has developed her practice according to the diverse styles offered at Happy Buddha while cultivating relationships with the growing yoga community of the Hudson Valley and beyond.
Currently enrolled in the 200 hour teaching training course, Charleen plans to expand upon her knowledge and skill by relearning the fundamentals of a healthy yoga practice while further attaining the ability to effectively teach and lead others. As the mother of three, with children ranging in age from 4 to 17, Charleen understands the ups and downs of the modern life experience and successfully incorporates a strong yoga practice in an effort to maintain balance, strength and serenity. Expect a fun, energetic and nurturing class.
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