Practitioners and Participants
American Cancer Society is dedicated to helping everyone who faces cancer through research, patient services, early detection, treatment, and education. You can also find information for patients, family and friend and survivors. American Cancer Society. Contact: Monica Santos. 732-914-1000. www. cancer .org
Dr. Larry Arbeitman, founder of Upper Cervical Chiropractic of Monmouth, LLC. Dr. Arbeitman has dedicated his career to serving his community by empowering every man, woman and child to select upper cervical chiropractic care as a part of their wellness lifestyle. He is committed to being the premier Upper Cervical provider in the Northeast. Dr. Arbeitman provides a vitalistic approach to patient care, which includes spinal and nervous system care, life style management, work habit advice, fitness evaluations/programs and sound nutritional advice. 732-617-9355 nuccadr@uccofmonmouth.com
Rob Balko, LAC, CA , is a licensed acupuncturist and Director of The Atlantic Center for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Rob is nationally certified in Acupuncture and licensed in NJ and Penn. Member, NJ Association for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine. President, BNI Networking Group. The Atlantic Center for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 732.775.0033 www.TheAtlanticCenter.com
Patricia Betty started the first aromatherapy specialty business in New York City, 1981, offering custom blended essential oils, aromatherapy education and treatments, books and other products. She has been featured on numerous radios and television shows and is the author of two books on aromatherapy. A teacher at the New York Botanical Garden for 10 years, Patricia will be teaching classes at Brookdale starting in fall 2006. Licensed massage therapist with a private practice in Ocean Grove and New York City. Shore Spa to Go . 732-774-5988. patbetty80@hotmail.com.
Blackwell's Organic Located in Red Bank, NJ, Blackwell's Organic was started in 2005 by Marcia and her husband Tom. Their goal was to create classic, healthful frozen desserts in the Italian tradition. Their products are handmade in small batches using high-quality certified organic ingredients, Fair Trade Certified™ cocoa and coffee, and real fruit and fruit juice. Blackwell's Organic is certified organic by the USDA and the North East Organic Farming Association (NOFA-NJ). 732-229-8899 www.blackwellsorganic.com
Patricia Brown, RN is a Certified Nurse Midwife in private practice at the Center for Women's Health at Avon, located in Avon-by-the-Sea. After working as a Labor and Delivery nurse for sixteen years she returned to graduate school at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ obtaining a degree in Nurse-Midwifery. She provides Well Woman Gynecology as well as Normal Obstetrical Care. Patty is married with two grown sons. Center for Woman's Health 732-776-9790 avonmidwives@gmail.com
Carmel Calcagno has been practicing yoga since 1989. After 9 years of studying different styles including Iyengar and Kripalu, in 1998 she began studying Anusara yoga under John Friend and is one of 150 certified Anusara yoga teachers in the world today. Carmel is a co-director of Yoga Anjali located at 905 Main Street in Belmar. Yoga Anjali . 732-567-0206. www.yogaanjali.com
Linda Carden Wings' Adult Fitness is a fitness center specifically planned for the adult market. Wings' provides a comfortable, clean, convenient environment for women and men, just beginning or continuing a commitment to exercise. Wings' professional staff works with physical therapists, healthcare providers and physicians to provide safe and effective exercise. Linda is a Pilate's Instructor at Wings. 732-449-4244 info@wingsadultfitness.com
Mary E. Cary , RN, BSN, Health Care Practitioner combining Traditional and Holistic-Integrative Medicine for 20 years. As an Educator with Boston University, The American Cancer Society, Corporations and Medical Centers, she has directed and facilitates programs for Cancer Survivors, Cardiovascular disease, Pain and Stress Management, Mind-Body-Spirit Health and Well-Being. In her community based practice, Mary offers a variety of holistic modalities including: Reflexology, Acupressure, Reiki, Mindfulness Meditation, Relaxation Breathing, Stretching and Flexibility Exercises and Trigger Point Therapy. Path to Heal Holistic Therapy . 732.774.8213 pathtoheal@aol.com
Dr.Ross Coomber started Ocean Grove Family Chiropractic in July of 2001. Ocean Grove Family Chiropractic is dedicated to providing experienced, personalized attention and treatment to achieve optimum wellness, with emphasis on empowering the patient to improve all aspects of their health. Treatments include as needed, traditional chiropractic adjustments, safe and gentle light force techniques, soft tissue massage techniques, state-of-the-art modalities, and therapeutic and rehabilitation exercises. Ocean Grove Family Chiropractic . 732-774-1933. dross@onsitenj.com
Curves. Discover a gym where woman change their lives 30 minutes at a time. Curves offer a proven 30-minute workout, commonsense weight loss and all the support you need to reach your goals. Curves . Contact: Amber Ramdin. curvesofneptune@verizon.net 732-988-3050. www.curves.com
Toni Dafeldecker, RN, HNC, RMT, Toni practices a holistic approach to health care. Francis Asbury Manor 732-774-1316
Dean's Natural Food Market created in 1996 was to give the community a warm and friendly environment where everyone could learn the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Deans Natural Food Market is committed to providing the highest quality Natural and Organic Foods. Deans Natural Food Market. Contact: Dave Wygal. 732-517-1515. www.deansnaturalfoodmarket.com
Dr. Gautam Desai is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Specialist and the founder of Ocean Primary Care Associates located in West Long Branch, NJ. In addition to his Internal Medicine Practice, he is the Founder and Medical Director of Atlantic Weight Loss Center. It is Dr. Desai's dedication to preventative medicine in his medical practice that has led him to start a weight loss program.He received his medical education in India and completed his residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ. Dr. Desai is currently on staff at Monmouth Medical Center and Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Dr. Desai, his wife Mary and two sons reside in Tinton Falls, NJ. mary_desai@yahoo.com
David Dornfeld, D.O., Family Wellness Center of Middletown, NJ, has been an Osteopathic Doctor of Family Medicine for 20 years. A leading advocate of the use of holistic and innovative techniques combined with traditional therapies. Experience covers all spectrums of Family Medicine, Spinal manipulation, Chelation Therapy and IV Infusion Therapy for heart, cancer and heavy-metals afflicted patients. Most recent modality is the use of a hyperbaric chamber for many neurological and other dysfunctions including autism, MS and other syndromes . Family Wellness Center of Middletown . 732-671-3730. www.osteodocs.com
Ducky Life Tea. Sharing splendid, looseleaf, organic speiality Teas and Accessories. Ducky Life Tea. Contact: Jane Sandlar . 877-257-0317. info@duckylife.com www.duckylife.com
Francis Asbury Manor a United Methodist Home offers a more affordable environment for individuals who appreciate gracious dining, social enrichment and life enhancing activities but still want the comfort of knowing that a nurse is on site 24/7 . Francis Asbury Manor a United Methodist Home . Contact: Sandra Crow. 732-774-1316. www.umh-nj.org
Karen Goeller is the author of more published gymnastics books than anyone in the USA . Karen shares her knowledge with coaches, fitness experts, and athletes worldwide. Karen Goeller has had experiences that include everything from gymnastics coach to gym owner, from fitness trainer to fitness researcher, and from camp director to meet director. Contributing factors to Karen's vast knowledge of gymnastics, sports conditioning, and fitness include working for Bela Karolyi, as the owner of a gymnastics training facility for 10 years, and at various health clubs in NYC. StrengthTeacher.com . Contact: Karen Goeller.732-270-5770. www.strengthteacher.com.
Lisa Hall is a certified and insured personal trainer/post-rehab exercise specialist, as well as a group fitness instructor, yoga teacher and Pilate's teacher. She has almost 10 years full-time experience in the fitness industry, and continues her education to keep up on the lastest facts and findings to help her clients and students achieve their goals. Lisa is currently employed by the Jersey Shore Fitness Shop in Bradley Beach as Group Fitness Coordinator and maintains her own personal training business out of her home, clients' homes and the JSFS. She can be reached at 732.660.0220 for further information.
Roslyn Karpel is an Aura Reader & Life Coach, Interior Designer and Feng Shui Practitioner. She Channels the aura for each person, goes into Past Lives and crosses over to the other side when there is need. Her belief in balancing the chakras (the chi energy) for a better life has brought her to teach yoga, meditation and creative writing. She approaches each job with compassion and focuses on individuality. 732-583-6654 www.aurasbyroslyn.com
Frank Kenny operates at a successful private yoga studio ! Wendy Green Yoga. 732.988.7501.
Mary Kinch, NBCMT - Feeling peaceful is a common side-effect of Mary's massage. By blending energetic's with massage, she provides care for the whole person. Mary is 17 years in private practice, and New Jersey's only certified practitioner of Facial Rejuvenation. 732-687-8918 marykinch@hotmail.com
Marjorie Koharski, Founder and Director of The Festive Flutes, is a member of the Monmouth Symphony Orchestra, The New York Flute Club and The National Flute Association. She is a former faculty member of the Monmouth Conservatory of Music and has performed in Master classes with James Galway, Julius Baker and Murray Panitz. Marjorie has studied arranging with Bill Holcombe of Musicians Publications and currently teaches flute in her Neptune studio. 732-922-2273 www.festiveflutes.com
Kirsten Kristensen caters tea socials and hosts tea seminars where she teaches you about the history and health benefits of tea, tea around the world, the various types of tea and related hot drinks, proper tea brewing, drinking, and etiquette for adults as well as children & hosting your own tea parties. She can also teach you about Ayurveda teas, an intricate healing system originated in India more than 5,000 years ago. It is based on the wellness principle that “Prevention is better than cure” with its holistic view it aims at balancing the whole person, i.e. Body, Mind, and Spirit. Tea 4 U. 1-888-tea4u. www.tea4u.com E-mail: info@tea4u.com
Karen Mason offers a full range of healing services in reflexology, jin shin jyutsu, elder healing & animal healing. Karen considers her life as her practice. She wants to be the healing art form and work to live a compassionate life, believing that kindness and compassion are at the heart of healing. Karen created Lotus Retreat in 2004. It is an idyllic setting composed of a comfortable treatment room and a backyard wildlife habitat, offering peace and a quiet exchange with nature. Lotus Retreat is located in New Jersey. Lotus Healing Arts . 732-988-0746. www.lotushealingarts.org
Colleen McCafferty is a certified Massage Therapist since 1987. She is a
certified Hatha and Kundalini Yoga Teacher and has studied many modalities
of bodywork over the years. Colleen's main focus is her 4 children, Yoga, Indian
Head Massage, Zero Balancing, Prenatal and Infant massage. enjoylifealways4@hotmail.com
Louisya McFarland is a certified Reiki Practitioner of the Usui Shiki Ryoho Lineage. She has been walking down the path of holistic living and healing for 9 years and studied with renowned holistic practitioner Queen Afua . Louisya learned the dynamics of healing energy via the mind-body connection focusing primarily on the impact of diet on mental and physical health. Louisya's life's endeavor is to utilize Reiki to bring wellness and direction to all she encounters. Loving Light Energy Healing . 732-5020046 cam.lou@verizon.net
Meridian Health As the premier health care provider in central New Jersey, Meridian Health provides a broad continuum of care through our four hospitals - Jersey Shore University Medical Center , Ocean Medical Center , Riverview Medical Center , and K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital - and our many partner companies. Every year more than 250,000 people pass through our hospital doors accessing leading-edge technology, advanced research and the latest clinical trials close to home. Our team of highly skilled physicians, nurses and caregivers provides compassionate care when you need it most. 1-800-560-9990 www.meridianhealth.com
Daniel Pienciak, M. Div Tai Chi Chih Master. Daniel is a well known master Tai Chi Chih instructor in the area. His expertise also includes, Chinese herbs, Energy therapy and Reiki. Francis Asbury Manor 732-774-1316
Audrey Perrine, BA, SAC, A specialist in the field of co-dependency, addiction and dysfunctional families since 1987.Uses art as a way to recognize the roles we play in our families and for changing old family patterns. Art for Personal Transformation 609-716-8063
Alvina Quatrano is a licensed massage therapist practicing in Ocean Grove since 1991. As a nationally certified massage therapist she Integrates Swedish, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Reiki, Process Acupressure, Trager, and Zero Balancing techniques. Also teaches acupressure in 1 hour to 4 day programs through Soul Lightening, Inc and The Upledger Institute. Holistic Healing Arts. 732-502-0514. amqhhartsognj@earthlink.net
Andreas Rebmann operates out of the Jersey Shore Fitness Shop in Bradley Beach, NJ. He offers affordable / quality therapeutic massage. 732-492-7964. andreasdrums@optonline.net
Kathleen Reilly, Certified Yoga Teacher Has studied with the esteemed Dr. Jeffrey Migdau, author, teacher and former director of teacher training at Kripalu, where he maintains his holistic medical practice. Ms Reilly has taught at yoga studios at the New Jersey shore for several years. She has worked with diverse populations and continues to teach and support those with challenges such as eating disorders, chronic fatigue, arthritis, aids and cancer. 732-988-9524 Kathleenyoga@yahoo.com
Dr. Joel Ross, FACP,AGSF,CMD is one of the most prominent geriartric specialists in Monmouth County and a leader in research and implementation of Memory Retention Programs. He specializes in helping people with memory loss live useful and productive lives. To that end , Dr. Ross has established The Memory Enhancement Center of Long Branch which specializes in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia and conducts research on the effectiveness of investigational medications that may alleviate the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and slow its progression Dr. Ross’ office 732-571-1535. Memory Enhancement Center 732-263-0101, www.memorycenternj.com
Monica Santos is a Director of Special Events with the American Cancer Society. She will be promoting the Relay For Life event which will be held at Truax Field in Elberon NJ on June 22nd and 23rd. Monica Santos - Director, Special Events - Relay For Life 732.914.1000 option 3 ext.22 monica.santos@cancer.org
Heidi Schoen - Certified Reflexologist, practicing in Monmouth County. I bring my practice to you-where you feel most comfortable. Member of the Reflexology Association of New Jersey and the International Massage Association. For appointments call 732-822-0676
Barbara Sprechman has been affiliated for 10 years with Prevention First. Last year she was promoted to director of community services, assuming responsibilities for both the Prevention Education Resource Center and the Training Institute. Ms. Sprechman heads up several community task forces including the Underage Drinking Coalition of Monmouth County whose mission is to decrease the incidence of underage drinking through education, environmental change and policy enforcement . Prevention First. 732-663-1800. www.preventionfirst.net E-Mail: bsprechman@preventionfirst.net
Micah Schwartz, AMTA . Has spent the last eight years residing alternately in New York City and Ocean Township , while collecting several degrees. In January of 2007 he completed the requirements for an A. A. degree in Occupational Studies from the Swedish Institute: College of Allied Health Sciences , one of the most prestigious medical massage therapy and acupuncture schools in the United States. Micah specializes in both Swedish and Shiatsu massage modalities. 732-513-1550 micahschw@gmail.com
Ted Can Cook Too! Personal Chef Services which includes customized gourmet menus, grocery shopping, meal preparation, packaging, and clean-up! Other treatments available include Private Dinner Parties , Interactive Dinner Parties , In-Home Cooking Classes , BBQ Parties, Murder Mystery Dinners, and Team Building Events. Ted Can Cook Too! . Contact: Chef Ted Kantenman. 732-239-3014. www.tedcancook.com
Diane Todd is a Reiki Master/Teacher and Director with The Reiki Institute of America, also practicing Integrated Energy Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique and Tuning Fork/Vibrational Therapy. She also specializes in Guided Imagery/Meditation and Pre-Surgical/Post-Op techniques to enhance healing on all levels. Additionally, Diane teaches many spiritual related topics that promote self-healing and intuitive abilities. She is NJ state hospice certified and a member of the International Association for Reiki Professionals. For private sessions, Reiki training and other workshops, call 732-774-7792, DianeDTodd@msn.com .
Bridget Turnbach, NBCMT, AMTA The Pampered Spirit Mobile Massage & Spa Co. 732-299-8793 mail@thepamperedspiritnj.com www.thepamperedsoulnj.com
The Upper Room Spiritual Center . sponsored by the Diocese of Trenton since 1978, is a Spiritual Center that supports and nourishes the spiritual lives of the laity, religious and clergy. Spacious and comfortable surroundings make it an inviting place of prayer, worship and service to others . The Upper Room Spiritual Center . Contact: Trudy Ahern, SSJ or Danielle Sestito. 732-922-0550. www.theupper-room.org
Visiting Nurses Association of Central Jersey is a nonprofit home health agency providing comprehensive in-home health care services for people of all ages and all walks of life in Monmouth and Middlesex counties in New Jersey. Visiting Nurses Association of Central Jersey. Contact: Wanda Todd. 908-433-2665. www.vnacj.org
Christine Waltermyer is the founder and director of “The Natural Kitchen Cooking School, offering chef's training programs in New Jersey and Manhattan.” Christine is a graduate of the Kushi Institute and is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. With over a decade of experience in the field of natural health, Christine is a masterful natural foods chef and cooking teacher, as well as a supportive food coach. She teaches monthly cooking classes at Dean's Natural Food Market in Ocean and Shrewsbury, NJ. She also teaches “Food for Life” cooking classes for The Cancer Project. For information about classes or health counseling, please visit www.naturalkitchenschool.com or www.healthyfoodcoach.com, or call (646) 283-9470.
Evelyn R. Wells, MD - Owner and Medical Director of a Bariatric/Weight Loss practice. Board certified physician. Certified personal trainer . I provide medically supervised weight loss and fitness plans for people looking to lose five pound s or one hundred pounds. My focus is on healthy lifestyle changes and uncovering metabolic imbalances The practice provides food allergy testing via blood work because allergies can cause weight gain, fibromyalgia, migraines, etc , For further information please contact: Physicians Fitness Solutions , LLC located on Sunset Avenue in Asbury Park NJ. www.physiciansfitnesssolutions.com 732-775-5000