Other Practitioners

Dave Garza

Certified Massage Therapist, NCBTMB Member
Dave Garza Therapeutics
(619) 980-5111
dgarzman@gmail.com

I have been practicing massage since 1994 and instructing massage therapists, yoga teachers and other health professionals since 1997. I treat many different acute and chronic pains that my clients present me such as/ but not limited to: Low back and hip pain Problematic necks Headache issues A wide range of shoulder issues Many different jaw disharmonies (pain from grinding/clenching/TMJ alignment issues) And of course, much, much more. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions, or want to schedule an appointment, thanks!

Sandra McKay-Billion, L.Ac.

Life Spark Fertility Acupuncture
(619) 232-8391
www.lifesparkfertilityacupuncture.com

Sandra McKay-Billion L.Ac. has been practicing since 2005. She is Nationally Certified, and California Licenced in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her expertise lies in the treatment of pain, PTSD, women’s health, and fertility. Sandra incorporates acupuncture, cupping, cold laser therapy, red light therapy, and MPS therapy in her treatments.

Sandra helps patients conceive naturally and also provides support for those needing Assisted Reproductive Technology (IVF/IUI). She has provided acupuncture sessions for on-site embryo transfers at most of the IVF clinics in San Diego.

As a Community Care provider for TriWest, Sandra loves helping local veterans reduce their pain and PTSD symptoms. Military discounts are provided for active veterans and their immediate families.

Elien Alexander, HHP

Alexander Holistics
(858) 560-8595

Elien’s mission in her practice is to inspire her clients towards better health and well- being. Each session, she takes the time to assess and listen to YOU. Elien has combined her various experience and professional training to design a session of Massage and Bodywork created for your individual needs.

Elien received a Bachelor in Health Science through San Diego State University in 1993. In 1997 she became a Holistic Health Practitioner from The School of Healing Arts (SHA). The same year, she became Certified in Pre-Natal, Peri-Natal and Postpartum Massage through Carole Osbourne-Sheet. After graduation, she was asked to teach at SHA where she taught Pregnancy Massage and Parasympathetic Massage for 18 years. Elien continued her Certifications in Hypno-Birthing through Marie Mognan and Doula training with DONA International. Elien rounded out her educational training in Homeopathy from the Homeopathic Academy of Southern California (HASC) in 2005. In 2015 became an Advance Pranic Healer through Master Koa. He is the son of Master Choa Kok Sui.

Robin Kaplan

San Diego Breast Feeding Center
(619) 724-4117
https://www.sdbfc.com/

We relate. We understand. We’ve been there.

The San Diego Breastfeeding Center was established in 2009 by Robin Kaplan, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Functional Nutritionist, and parent. Her vision was to create a judgment-free, inclusive support system for families navigating breastfeeding/chestfeeding, bottle feeding, pumping, and nutrition/digestive challenges.

SDBFC offers a wide range of one-on-one breastfeeding, infant feeding, and nutrition consultations – as well as classes, support groups, online articles, and social media – making it your one-stop-shop for all things infant feeding!

Susan Van Note

Trauma-informed Somatic Practitioner and Bodyworker
Restore with Awareness

susan@restorewithawareness.com

https://restorewithawareness.com/

 

Susan Van Note is a trauma-informed Somatic bodyworker and a Somatic Experiencing® practitioner in training. 

She works with people who want:

  • relief for chronic pain and muscle tension
  • relief for symptoms of stress, anxiety and overwhelm
  • addiction recovery support
  • relief for stuck energy of trauma stuck in the body
  • actionable nervous system regulation techniques

She is certified in The Feldenkrais Method®, Craniosacral Therapy, Havening Techniques®, and HeartMath®. 

Her effective somatic tools are designed to help clients find permanent relief from chronic pain, feel grounded and connected within their bodies safely, and work with the stuck energy of anxiety and trauma held in the body in a gentle, non-invasive way.

Susan has a private practice in San Diego and also works with clients in several local wellness centers for substance abuse and mental health recovery. 

Other Practitioners Outside of Our Office

Jigme Lingpa Center

https://www.buddhistsandiego.com/

Jigme Lingpa Center is independently run and operated Dharma Center and non-profit organization, inspired by the vision of Lama Lhanang Rinpoche to provide students, the community and the public at large with Buddhist teachings, centers of fellowship and places to meditate and develop their practice.

Lama Lhanang serves as the spiritual teacher at the organization. With his guidance, Jigme Lingpa Center continue to grow and provide meaningful service to students and the public. They can be found throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe and Asia as well.

Please check the calendar for other practices throughout the month.