Dr. Michael Anderson, Chiropractic Doctor and MS Acupuncture
Dr. Michael Anderson was born and raised in a southern suburb of Buffalo, New York. Before graduating from Canisius High School, Dr. Anderson learned to live and practice by his school's principle mission statement, “Men for Others." While in high school, he continued his passion for athletics; however, neck pain kept him from playing. After finding relief from a local chiropractor, Dr. Anderson found interest in pursuing a career in serving others as a chiropractic physician.
Canisius College, also located in Buffalo, New York, is where Dr. Anderson decided to start his pursuit of becoming a chiropractic physician. He graduated with cum laude honors, receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Science – Biology. Soon after graduation, Dr. Anderson began studying to become a chiropractic physician at National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois. While attending NUHS, he was introduced to acupuncture as another complimentary treatment for a variety of afflictions. As a chiropractic physician, the State of Illinois only requires 100 hours of training to offer acupuncture as a means of treatment. However, having the best interest of his patients in mind, Dr. Anderson decided to work towards earning a Master’s Degree in Science – Acupuncture, requiring over 3,000 hours of education and clinical rotations.
Dr. Anderson has been a practicing chiropractic physician and acupuncturist within the community since January 2010. Practicing by a high standard of personal integrity and applied ethics, Dr. Anderson is devoted to helping people efficiently and effectively. As a chiropractic physician, Dr. Anderson certainly understands the benefit of manipulation (an adjustment) in order to help restore the functional integrity of a joint. In addition, he always examines each patient for any faulty biomechanical patterns that may be related to one’s chief complaint. Without addressing the relationships of the joint structures and their associated muscles, one cannot optimally treat a patient and expect long-lasting results.
It is this approach that has allowed Dr. Anderson to have successfully treated many injured athletes from all levels including junior high and high school athletics, Division I collegiate programs, amateur sports, marathon runners, weekend warriors, and everything in between. Of course, one certainly does not need to be involved in sports to be suffering from pain. Oftentimes, pain has a very benign beginning. No matter what the cause may be, some of the more common complaints include plantar fasciitis, neck and low back pain, tennis elbow, shoulder pain, knee pain, shin splints, hip pain, and headaches among many other orthopedic complaints.
Dr. Anderson has taken his medical knowledge and applied it with how he treats patients who desire and/or can benefit from acupuncture. His strategy combines the theoretical principles of Eastern medicine with the ongoing, supportive research from the Western medical community. By utilizing the information gained from studying acupuncture via magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and laboratory analysis with the principles of traditional theory, proven results have been gained. Some examples of patient complaints Dr. Anderson has been able to help include fertility issues, stress, anxiety, symptoms secondary to chemotherapy and radiation, neurological diseases, congestion, irritable bowel syndrome, menstrual related symptoms, and headaches.
In his spare time, Dr. Anderson enjoys spending time with his family, exercising, and reading. He finds pleasure in all sports including hockey, rugby, soccer, and racquetball. He is a community activist, volunteering with such organizations as the American Cancer Society, youth high school rugby, and the Illinois Special Olympics. Dr. Anderson and his wife, Katie, are both excited to welcome their first child in April 2012.
Dr. Janice Hussong, DC and Physical Therapist
Dr. Jan Hussong, DC, PT is a chiropractic physician (2009) and a physical therapist of 30+ years. She attended The Ohio State University, in Columbus, OH for her degree in Physical Therapy and National University of Health Sciences, in Lombard, IL for her degree in Chiropractic.
She has both inpatient and outpatient work experience. In 1990, she began her own journey of recovering from chronic pain. It was through that experience that she developed the understanding and gained the tools to work with others who are dealing with chronic pain. As a chiropractic physician her interests are in nutritional, functional and environmental medicine. As a physical therapist and a physician she understands the need for the body to be able to move and to that end works with her patients to achieve optimal mobility and function, no matter with the diagnosis. She wants you to know that the home exercise programs prescribed for her patients are not busy work but the key to their recovery. She makes it a point to provide one-on-one patient care, as much as possible.
She currently owns Concord Healthcare clinic in Glen Ellyn, IL where she incorporates, chiropractic, physical therapy, nutrition, functional and environmental medicine. She has a passion for continuing education. Jan sits on the board for the Central DuPage Pastoral Counseling Center.
Dr. Steven Moore, DC ND Chiropractic Doctor and Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Moore is a graduate of National University of Health Sciences, having graduated with honors in Chiropractic (2008) and Naturopathic (2009) medicine. He has served as an executive board member for ‘Integrate Chicago’ which included working with RUSH, UIC, Loyola, and Midwestern University medical students to educate them on Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). In addition, while completing his undergraduate work at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, he spent 4 years in clinical research and practice in Allergy and Immunology.
He offers a wide range of programs and services – from nutritional/diet counseling and homeopathy. Other areas of interest include environmental medicine, functional medicine, and their application within homeopathic practice. The type of practice he maintains can be described as family practice/general practice.
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Dr. Tina Slater, DC, MSACP
Dr Tina Slater joined Innerpeace Natural Healthcare in May 2011. She graduated from the National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, IL in 1998. Shortly after graduation she started a family and took a break from formal practice. During that time she maintained her license with accredited classes and became a "go-to" physician for family and friends. From 2009 to 2011, she earned a Masters of Science of Advanced Clinical Practice from the National University of Health Sciences. From November 2010 to April 2011 whe worked with Dr Jennifer Murphy-Mrvale in Plainfield, IL. She did her first capstone defense on plantar fasciitis and her second capstone defense on ankle rehabilitation. She has done extensive study of fascia and fascial planes and can offer multiple techniques for pain relief and improving function. She enjoys continuing education and study to improve patient care.
Dani Shannon, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Dani's philosophy is to provide caring, professional counseling services and educational opportunities which allow individuals to gain the insight and knowledge necessary to take positive actions in their lives. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Ms. Shannon received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Aurora University. She has over 12 years combined experience working in public schools, hospice, and mental health settings.Dani regularly works with families, couples and individuals as they attempt to overcome depression,anxiety, guilt, anger or isolation. She has expertise in grief and loss, as well as working with children and adolescents who are struggling with developmental disabilities, ADHD, Autism/Asperger Syndrome, social skills development and anxiety and stress management.
Cheryl Sheridan, BS Natural Health LMT/CDT, CIMI, IHM and Jenine Sheridan, LMT, MLD/CDT, CIMI Massage Therapists
Jenine & Cheryl Sheridan have been Massage Therapists since 2003. They obtained their certification from the Wellness and Massage Training Institute of Woodridge, IL, with honors. They have also obtained their National Certification from NCBTMB and are licensed in the State of Illinois. Jenine and Cheryl both hold advanced certification with more than 500 additional hours of training in the medical massage field including: Manual Lymph Drainage, Decongestive Therapy, Oncology Massage, and Ayervedic Indian Head Massage. They are also Reiki Master/Teachers and are certified as Infant Massage Instructors. Cheryl has completed her bachelors' degree in Natural Healing.
Cheryl and Jenine work with patients from infancy to geriatrics. These patients have successfully experienced relief from autism, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, joint replacement compensation patterns, prenatal pain, headaches, back pain, carpal and tarsal tunnel, plantar fasciitis, cancer treatment symptoms, insomnia, scar tissue therapy, whiplash, repetitive motion pain, and other chronic muscular impediments.
Jenine’s interest in becoming a Massage Therapist started when she was in high school sports and was injured. She obtained relief from a dislocated coccyx (tail bone) when a Massage Therapist worked her sacral lumbar. Cheryl had suffered for years from slipped capitol ephyisis (when the head of the femur moved down into the hip joint). She went for massage therapy which allowed her to remain surgery free for 10 years.
Their goal is to give to others everyday - whether it is a smile, a meal, pain relief, or even just a few minutes of comfort. Jenine and Cheryl’s passion is continuing education. "There are so many techniques to learn that would allow me to be able to help relieve as many different afflictions as possible. Not everyone reacts to each treatment the same. The more modalities one has in their bag of tricks, the higher the chances you’ll hit on the treatment that will work best for that individual’s circumstances.”
Jenine and Cheryl are Members of: Associated Bodyworkers & Massage Professionals, International Loving Touch Foundation and National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork.
Peg Johnson's Bio Massage Therapist, Massage Instructor
Graduated Rush School of Nursing and Wellness and Massage Training Institute. Peg is also a certified instructor of Prenatal Massage, LaStone Therapy (Hot River Rock) and Infant Massage Instructor. She has also done a Shaman apprenticeship with Sandra Ingerman and is currently a student Miline Institute in Big Sur, California. Peg is a RN that has worked as in ICU, Recovery and ED since 1966.
Peg's links: PERG.com and Hotriverrock.com
Jill Ftacek's Bio Massage Therapist
Jill Ftacek is a Massage Therapist with Innerpeace Natural Healthcare. In this role, Jill appreciates all aspects of wellness prevention and natural healing including Massage Therapy, Chiropractic care, and Acupuncture. Jill is a qualified Massage Therapist and currently holds a National Certificate and is Licensed by the State of Illinois. Before joining Innerpeace Natural Heathcare in 2008, Jill worked for in a hospital setting and a family chiropractic office. Combined, she has over 10 years experience in the medical field. Jill offers a wide range of services from Hot Rock massage, to Therapeutic, Deep Tissue and Pre-natal massage. Passionate about natural healing and its possibilities, Jill continues to participate in seminars and education courses.
Laura Sauer Massage Therapist and Aviana Life Touch Therapist
Laura Sauer is a Licensed Massage Therapist and Aviana Life Touch Therapist. she completed her training at Cortina Institute of Massage Therapy And has trained under Nancy Schmitt the creator and director of Aviana Life Touch therapy. Laura is passionate about healing hearts and connecting the heart with the body and mind.
Teresa Smith Reflexology and Acupressure
Terse graduated in 2006 from the Wellness and Massage Institute of Woodridge Il with Advanced Certification in Reflexology. She has additional training in Jin Shin Acupressure, Shiatsu (stretching,) Body Wraps,and Qi (Energy work.) Teresa weighed at one point in her life close to 400 lbs. She gathered a wealth of knowledge and went on her journey to better health and wellness. She learned about relaxation, nutrition, fitness, flexibility and overall joy and happiness...."that is what brought me to Innerpeace."
Linda Herrick, Certified Hypnotherapist
Linda Herrick, a Certified Hypnotist and Reiki Master. Linda attained certification with the Michael Newton Institute in Past Life Regression and Life Between Lives Regression.specializing in Past Life, and Life Between Life Regressions. Linda chose this type of work to help people awaken to their own healing abilities, their true self, gifts and talents. She believes "hurting people" hurt others, and "well people" create happiness in the world.
In 2008, Linda co-founded the Holistic Practitioners Referral Group with the goal to support and share ideas with other holistic practitioners on the best way to meet clients' needs.
She is a Reiki Master and teaches classes in both Usi Reiki and Sa Sekhem Sahu Reiki. Linda is an instructor for Continuing Education at Joliet Junior College, teaching classes that explore energy systems and how they work. Linda has lived in Plainfield since 1999 with her husband of 22 years and two teen aged sons.
Bridgit Gooden Chandra's Bio Yoga Instructor
Bridgit Farai Charandura Gooden was born in Kadoma, Zimbabwe. As a little child Bridgit was drawn to inversions and various contortions, things not expected of a well-behaved girl. Her mother quickly realized that she needed to only buy pants for her daughter, and she nicknamed her “Fundu” to symbolize her inability to sit still.
Over the years, Bridgit, an avid athlete, learned that she needed to be a responsible adult with a practical job that would allow her to look after her family. So when she came to the US she chose to study Economics at Knox College in Galesburg, IL. Fortunately it was a liberal arts college, so she was exposed to many other disciplines while pursuing her BA in Economics. She graduated and moved to Chicago to work as a Data Analyst for a Marketing Strategies Consulting company (Ronald J. Krumm & Associates, later known as Analytic Innovations, LLC).
While working in the corporate world, she found the stresses that come with the job negatively impacting her life. She joined the gym to de-stress during lunchtime or after hours. It was at a LifeStart Fitness Wellness Center that she discovered Pilates and Yoga and rediscovered her childhood passion that had been bottled up for years. After an extended period of coaxing and probing from co-workers and close friends, she finally enrolled in Pilates Teacher training under David Englund of Ultimate Fitness in Evanston,IL, and later Yoga Teacher Training under Daren Friesen of Moksha Yoga Center in Chicago,IL. She is now a Certified Pilates Instructor and a Certified Yoga
Bridgit has a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic, which contribute to her teaching style. She is passionate about proper form and alignment, safety in practice, as she challenges her students to grow in their practice. She teaches both beginners and more advanced students and strives to cater to everyone that shows up for class. Bridgit loves serving others and is passionate about work-life balance and cultivating healthy lifestyle choices in herself and her students. As a teacher, she is committed to learning about a pose, practicing it and then sharing it with her students after she has embodied it.
Yoga Teaching Style:
At Moksha Bridgit was introduced to various styles of Yoga, but her main influences in teaching style were Jim Bennitt, Kim Wilcox, Rich Logan and Alie McManus. Her style of teaching follows a Tantric Hatha/Vinyasa style of Yoga. For a more vigorous class, she draws more from a Vinyasa style (Breath-synchronized movement involving special sequencing designed with a specific theme in mind). For a less vigorous class she focuses on holding specially sequenced static poses for longer periods of time, allowing the students to get into the pose, to stay and explore the pose and how their bodies feel while paying particular attention to their breath.
She likes to incorporate short Guided Meditations (Dhyāna), and Controlled Breathing exercises (Pranayama) in her classes
Sara Johnston, Craniosacral Workshops
Sara Johnston, Visionary Craniosacral therapist, Myofascial Release practitioner, and Licensed Massage therapist, is a bodyworker, healer and teacher who weaves a unique blend of modalities into a transformational self-healing experience.
The heart of her work is the shamanistic practice of seeing who you really are, and working with you toward self-empowerment. Sara's bodywork focuses on freeing restrictive patterns within the body-mind-spirit and releasing them at the core level. She works with you to help you to reconnect with your true essence, to find your "fulcrum" in life.
Sara specializes in Craniosacral Therapy and Myofascial Release, forms of structural and energetic bodywork distinguished by focus and gentleness, the foundations of healing. Prenatal and postnatal Craniosacral Therapy combined with Massage Therapy is an important and unique offering in her practice. Pediatric Craniosacral therapy, from newborn to young adult is a new and exciting component to her work.
Sara is an experienced bodywork teacher focusing on the advanced work of Craniosacral Therapy and Myofascial Release. She holds workshops at various locations in the Chicago area, and is available for guest lectures upon request.
Sara brings you the experience of:
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