Wellness
The Hypno and Healing Circle – December 1st
A monthly gathering to use the power of hypnosis to rewrite our inner narratives, rewire our brains, and remember our power.
INSTRUCTOR: Kelsey Lettko
DATES: Monthly on Sundays
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December 1st
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January 12th
TIME: 2:30 – 3:45pm (before Kelsey’s weekly 4pm Mixed Flow class)
COST: $22 Drop In | Passes & memberships apply
Description:
The subconscious mind is the most powerful tool when it comes to making meaningful change in our lives. This is where our deepest beliefs, wisdom, intuition, creativity, and patterns live, and it makes up 95-98% of the mind! When we make change at the subconscious level, it ripples out into the rest of our lives and we get to witness our reality transform around us. Using imagery, metaphor, guided relaxation, and visualization, we can communicate directly to the subconscious mind to move beyond limiting beliefs, heal old narratives, and rewire your brain in service of helping you embody the person you truly are, and the life you want to live. Hypnosis offers a pathway to rapid yet gentle change, and helps us remember that we are in the driver’s seat of our lives.
What to expect:
Each month we’ll focus on a specific theme to weave into the subconscious mind in service of your growth, healing, and evolution. You can expect to leave each session feeling expanded, relaxed, and reminded of your power.
Gatherings include:
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Journaling and self-reflection on the topic
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Group hypnosis journey co-created with the group
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Discussion and reflection
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Turning it into action and leaning into the shift
Hypnosis FAQs
What is it?
Hypnosis is a natural, focused state of awareness when the critical mind is not in the driver’s seat, and we have easier access to the power of your unconscious mind. The unconscious makes up 95-98% of the mind. This is where your beliefs, wisdom, intuition, earliest programming, and creativity live. Through hypnosis, we can tap into the beautiful depths of your unconscious mind to move through blocks, rewrite narratives, and rewire your brain to help you live in alignment with your authenticity.
How does it work?
The brain doesn’t really know what’s real and what’s imagined. It’s why when you watch a scary movie, you’re scared even though you know it’s not real. Through hypnosis, we can show the subconscious mind a new movie, story, or scenario that’s in alignment with what you want. We can speak the language of the subconscious — emotions, imagery, and experience — and heal whatever is holding you back. Along the way, we are also rewiring your brain by connecting new neural pathways that, through repetition, will get stronger until they become your new default.
Is it safe?
YES. A state of hypnosis is completely natural, and you can’t get stuck. It’s like the moment right before you wake up and fall asleep — awake but a little dreamy. You are in control the entire time and can never do anything that you don’t want to. Think of it as guided relaxation and visualization.
Can anyone be hypnotized?
Anyone can be hypnotized as long as you want to. While some people have an easier time dropping in than others, everyone is able to experience the benefits. Your conscious mind might still produce thought, and that’s ok! Everyone’s experience is different, but Kelsey suggests giving yourself permission to relax and let your imagination take over.
What are Kelsey’s qualifications?
Kelsey is a certified Theta Hypnosis Healer, Integrative Hypnotist, and Life Coach. She is not a licensed mental health counselor.
1:1 Hypnotherapy Sessions with Kelsey Lettko
The key to making rapid, lasting change in our lives lies in the unconscious mind. Let’s dive in together to gently usher in a new chapter filled with expansiveness, vitality, and JOY. You have all it takes to radically transform right now. Are you ready?
Details:
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60 Minute virtual session
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You’ll learn tools to stop anxiety, rewire your own brain, and tune into your expansive wisdom
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Custom, co-created hypnosis journey focused on helping you make the change you’re looking for
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Recording of the hypnosis journey
Cost:
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$222 / 60 minute session
In just one session you can…
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Make the change you’ve been longing for
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Move beyond blocks and limiting beliefs
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Rewrite your inner narrative
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Access your full wisdom + creativity
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Reclaim your life through rewiring your brain
Hypnosis FAQs
What is it?
Hypnosis is a natural, focused state of awareness when the critical mind is not in the driver’s seat, and we have easier access to the power of your unconscious mind. The unconscious makes up 95-98% of the mind. This is where your beliefs, wisdom, intuition, earliest programming, and creativity live. Through hypnosis, we can tap into the beautiful depths of your unconscious mind to move through blocks, rewrite narratives, and rewire your brain to help you live in alignment with your authenticity.
How does it work?
The brain doesn’t really know what’s real and what’s imagined. It’s why when you watch a scary movie, you’re scared even though you know it’s not real. Through hypnosis, we can show the subconscious mind a new movie, story, or scenario that’s in alignment with what you want. We can speak the language of the subconscious — emotions, imagery, and experience — and heal whatever is holding you back. Along the way, we are also rewiring your brain by connecting new neural pathways that, through repetition, will get stronger until they become your new default.
Is it safe?
YES. A state of hypnosis is completely natural, and you can’t get stuck. It’s like the moment right before you wake up and fall asleep — awake but a little dreamy. You are in control the entire time and can never do anything that you don’t want to. Think of it as guided relaxation and visualization.
Can anyone be hypnotized?
Anyone can be hypnotized as long as you want to. While some people have an easier time dropping in than others, everyone is able to experience the benefits. Your conscious mind might still produce thought, and that’s ok! Everyone’s experience is different, but Kelsey suggests giving yourself permission to relax and let your imagination take over.
What are Kelsey’s qualifications?
Kelsey is a certified Theta Hypnosis Healer, Integrative Hypnotist, and Life Coach. She is not a licensed mental health counselor.
How do I prepare for Hynotherapy?
Pre-Session: It’s best to be in a quiet, comfortable place where you can relax and be fully present. It’s suggested to have a journal close by. If you have any questions leading up to the session, please email Kelsey at hello@kelseylettko.com.
Post-Session: Kelsey will cover that live with the client during the session.
Testimonials
“I can’t recommend a hypno session with Kelsey enough! I had done some subconscious meditation work and hypnotherapy before, but nothing like this. Kelsey is such a gifted and intuitive practitioner. She created such a unique and spot-on visualization to help me build the life I am working towards. It was such a beautiful and affirming experience. I felt so safe and nurtured the entire time and I can’t wait to dive in for more. Even investing in one session with her will change your life.” – Anna
“Kelsey’s hypnosis techniques are incredible. As someone who has experienced hypnosis before and felt sort of ho hum about it, I can tell you THIS was different. I felt so safe, so held, and so perfectly guided through the experience. I don’t quite know where I went, but I came back feeling SO grounded, rested, rejuvenated, and as though every single cell of my being had been perfectly nourished with exactly what each needed. I will be back for more!” – Meghan
“Most have not heard of hypnotherapy. For anyone (likely everyone), who needs to calm their mind, focus on the now, and rid themselves of any self doubt their mind is telling them, I highly recommend you look into it. I came upon it by chance. I also came upon Kelsey by chance. Kelsey’s sessions are just what I needed to get back into the right mindset. Kelsey was able to incorporate what I shared during our session into two recordings for me. I felt a difference right after our first session and have continued to feel the benefits weeks after. I highly recommend those that are looking for a shift in themselves and their future to book a session with Kelsey!” – Sally
“Whether you need someone to remind you who you are or someone to draw out the parts of you that you did not know existed, Kelsey is perfectly equipped for the job. To learn to believe in yourself is a lifelong dance, and Kelsey is the best partner no matter the season of life you find yourself in. I am beyond grateful for the work her and I have done together and would do it all over again (and again and again). “ – Leah
TO SIGN UP FOR A 1:1 SESSION WITH KELSEY PLEASE EMAIL: info@pleasurepointyoga.com
Rewire & Restore: Somatic Healing for Stress & Well Being Monthly Circle w/Alisha Slaughter – December 10th
A monthly gathering to use the power of somatic healing to rewrite our inner narratives, rewire our brains, and remember our power.
INSTRUCTOR: Alisha Slaughter
DATES: Tuesdays Monthly
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December 10th
TIME: 7:15pm – 8:30pm
LOCATION: 3603 Portola Drive – Dance Studio
COST: $22 Drop In | Passes & memberships apply
DESCRIPTION:
Rewire and Restore: Somatic Healing for Stress and Well-being
It’s time to step out of your head and drop deeply into your body. True health begins with a balanced nervous system. Many of us are stuck in a constant state of stress, living in “fight or flight” mode. In this monthly circle, you’ll learn how to help your body shift from fight or flight into a state of safety, flow, and vitality.
Somatic healing is a body-centered approach that reprograms how your body responds to stress and trauma. Unlike talk therapy, which focuses on the mind, somatic healing acknowledges that you can’t always think your way out of a feeling. The body holds onto stress and unresolved emotions, and through somatic practices, you can release these blocks, regulate your nervous system, and create lasting change. Grounded in Polyvagal Theory, this offering will help you understand how your autonomic nervous system influences your health, and teach you somatic practices to shift from a state of stress or shutdown to one of safety, connection, and well-being. This work helps you rewire your body’s responses, leading to a greater sense of calm, balance, and presence.
Join Alisha Slaughter for a transformative experience designed to help you reconnect with your body, reduce stress, and cultivate deep mind-body healing. Each month, she’ll introduce a new somatic healing technique to empower you to live more fully in your body. These practices will guide you to tap into your body’s inherent wisdom, helping you trust and listen to your inner guidance.
This class is for anyone who:
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Feels stressed, overwhelmed, or trapped in a constant state of fight-or-flight
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Aims to heal from chronic stress and reconnect with their body on a deeper level
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Seeks to enhance balance, vitality, and overall well-being through somatic practices
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Desires to integrate somatic healing into their daily yoga or wellness routine
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Is curious about how somatic healing and nervous system regulation can transform their health
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Longs for a supportive and nurturing space dedicated to holistic well-being
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Each session blends the science and practical applications of nervous system regulation, providing tools that support lasting health and well-being.
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Stop searching outside yourself for answers. Tune into the truth within and experience the power of somatic healing in a supportive and connected community.
Monthly Holistic Wellness Class Series w/Alisha Slaughter
Holistic Wellness to Help You Fight Inflammation – December 14th
INSTRUCTOR: Alisha Slaughter
DATES: Monthly on Saturdays
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December 14th – Holistic Wellness to Boost Digestion & Immunity
TIME: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
LOCATION: 3603 Portola Drive – Dance Studio
COST: $22 Drop In | Passes & memberships apply
SUMMARY:
Join Alisha Slaughter, Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Yoga Teacher, and Somatic Healer, for a monthly series of interactive wellness sessions designed to help you take control of your health with knowledge, practical tools, and empowered action. Each class focuses on a key aspect of holistic wellness, providing you with the insights and strategies needed to boost your vitality, manage chronic issues, and support long-term well-being. By empowering yourself with the right knowledge, you’ll stay out of the doctor’s office and actively engage in your own health journey, making informed choices that allow you to thrive. Whether you’re looking to build muscle, reduce inflammation, or enhance digestion and immunity, each session will leave you with actionable habits to incorporate right away for a healthier, more vibrant life.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:
* December 14th – Holistic Wellness to Boost Digestion & Immunity
They don’t call your gut your second brain for nothing! This session will help you understand why gut health forms the foundation of your overall well-being, influencing everything from immunity to mood and mental clarity. Poor digestion can lead to bloating, fatigue, and even anxiety. Since around 70% of your immune system is housed in your gut, digestive health is directly linked to immune function, making it essential for fighting inflammation and staying resilient especially during these winter months. You’ll learn how to support your digestion to improve immunity, boost energy, and balance your mood. Discover the nutrition and lifestyle practices that nurture a healthy gut and strong immune system. Sessions will be interactive, so come ready to engage and leave with actionable habits to support both digestion and immunity!
1:1 Mind-Body Wellness Sessions with Alisha Slaughter
Transform Your Health from the Inside Out with Holistic Health Coaching and Somatic Healing
Meet Alisha Slaughter
Are you struggling with hormonal imbalances, digestion issues, chronic pain, mood swings, or unmanageable stress? Even when you feel like you’re doing everything right, do you still feel disconnected from your body, drained of energy, and far from your best? Alisha Slaughter, your holistic health guide, is here to help you realign with your true Self, reclaim your vitality, and show up as the vibrant soul you know you can be.
As a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Yoga Teacher, and Somatic Healer, Alisha blends research-backed nutrition, movement, healthy habits, and nervous system regulation to address the root causes of your health concerns. Her compassionate and supportive approach focuses on bringing lasting vitality to both your body and mind. Rather than offering quick fixes, Alisha provides education and guidance to help you build lifelong habits that foster the health and vitality you’ve been searching for. With customized solutions, you’ll gain enduring energy, reduce stress, and finally see the change you’ve been longing for.
How Alisha Can Help You
All of Alisha’s health coaching offerings are holistic by nature. With 6 years of experience as a Certified Health Coach, she guides clients through personalized strategies that work for their unique bodies and goals. Alisha provides comprehensive support, offering nutrition that fuels and nourishes, movement that strengthens your heart, mind, muscles, and bones, and lifestyle habits that improve sleep, mood, and stress management.
FREE 30-Minute Wellness Strategy Call
Want to learn more about working with Alisha? Start with a free, no-obligation 30-minute Wellness Strategy Call to discuss your goals and explore how she can support your wellness journey. Leave this session with her comprehensive Holistic Health Guide and customized guidance you can incorporate immediately following your call.
One-Time 1:1 Holistic Health Review: Your Personalized Wellness Blueprint
This one-time 1:1 session is perfect if you think you’re doing everything right but want an expert opinion on any blind spots you might be missing. Alisha will conduct a 360-degree review of your current practices and provide a customized Wellness Blueprint with feedback and guidance on nutrition, movement, supplements, and stress management, helping you create a sustainable lifestyle plan that helps you see the results you are looking for.
Investment: $175
What You’ll Receive:
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Customized Assessment: Gain insights into your sleep quality, stress levels, nutrition habits, movement patterns, and more through a personalized evaluation tailored to your lifestyle and health goals.
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Time-Saving Strategies: Practical, easy-to-implement solutions that fit seamlessly into your daily routine.
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Nutrition Guidance: Personalized recommendations and meal plans designed to support mental clarity, sustained energy, and a healthier relationship with your body.
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Movement and Somatic Healing: Simple yet powerful practices that promote physical strength, emotional balance, and inner peace.
1:1 Customized Long-Term Wellness Programs
These programs are for people seeking additional support to make lasting changes in their lives. Each program runs for a minimum of 6 weeks, ensuring you have the time to integrate what you learn and see the results you desire. All long-term 1:1 programs include unlimited text and email support.
The Nourished Body – $475: Ideal for those ready to embrace holistic food and lifestyle changes but need extra support getting started. This program addresses common concerns like digestive distress, low energy, weight issues, and mood irregularities, helping you feel balanced, vital and energized.
Therapeutic Support – $675:
Perfect for those seeking to integrate nutrition, movement, and lifestyle changes to heal from chronic health issues. This program helps you address and find relief from chronic conditions such as hormonal imbalances, persistent digestive problems, chronic inflammation, and stress-related health issues.
New Mama Support – $375:
Designed to support new mothers as they transition into motherhood. Alisha provides expert guidance on nutrition, stress reduction, and lifestyle adjustments to help your body heal, restore balance, and empower you to show up as the best version of yourself during this demanding time.
Somatic Healing Sessions
Rewire Your Nervous System, Restore Balance and Vitality
Welcome to a journey of getting out of your head and into your most embodied self. Somatic healing sessions are designed to help you reconnect with your body, rewire your nervous system, and restore balance and vitality. If you’ve struggled with chronic stress, anxiety, overthinking, or feelings of being stuck, somatic healing might be the missing piece to your wellness puzzle.
Investment: $100 per session or $350 for a package of 4 sessions.
1:1 Somatic Healing Sessions: During these 60-minute one-on-one sessions, Alisha will guide you on deepening your connection with your body and identifying where unprocessed stress may be held. Sessions will support you in moving into a state of calm, presence, and well-being, where you can experience greater connection, resilience, and vitality. Using gentle yet powerful somatic healing techniques, you’ll release tension, bring balance to your nervous system, find safety, and promote healing.
About Alisha Slaughter: Your Guide to the Ultimate in Mind-Body Health
Alisha Slaughter is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Yoga Teacher, and Somatic Healer based in Santa Cruz, CA. She specializes in helping people who feel disconnected from their bodies, are dealing with health issues like hormonal imbalances, chronic pain, and inflammation, or are struggling with low energy and vitality. With a focus on practical and sustainable wellness practices, Alisha’s approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and rooted in empowering clients on their journey to lifelong health.
With nearly 20 years of experience in corporate marketing and as a full-time working mother, Alisha understands the pressures of balancing work, family, and self-care. Her personal experience and professional expertise enable her to offer solutions that are both effective and easy to incorporate into daily life.
Why Choose Alisha?
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Certified in Holistic Nutrition, Yoga, and Somatic Healing
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Research-Backed, Practical Approaches to Wellness
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Virtual or Local Coaching Options
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Flexible Scheduling Outside Working Hours
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Real-Life Experience in Balancing Health and Life
Client Testimonials & Feedback
“In the beginning of this year I developed some food sensitivities and it was very overwhelming. I tried all the things, and nothing was helping. Then I contacted Alisha. Alisha is so knowledgeable about food sensitivity and had really customized strategies for me to use. It helped me figure out my food sensitivities and what may be causing all my gut inflammation. She listened to my health issues and tailor made a plan of foods, supplements, and tests that can help with my gut health. I felt like through our conversation we developed a very good obtainable action plan together. Her plans for me were more than just the food I was eating. It included breathing work, exercise, and stretching. Alisha has so much valuable information and she really helped me get my gut health back on track. Thank you, Alisha!!”
“I loved our session yesterday. You are truly a healer and a force of goodness. Your positive and supportive energy is now vibrating through me. Thank you. I am so grateful for you.”
“Working with Alisha has been a truly transformative experience. She has a deep understanding of how stress impacts nutrition, sleep, and emotional well-being. Through her guidance, I’ve gained valuable insights and practical tools to enhance my overall health and wellness. Alisha’s approach is holistic and compassionate, encouraging self-kindness every step of the way. I’m incredibly grateful for the positive changes I’ve seen in my life since working with her.”
TO SIGN UP FOR A 1:1 SESSION WITH ALISHA PLEASE EMAIL: info@pleasurepointyoga.com
Touching Water & the Moon: Sacred Movement & Energy Healing Circle – December 8th
A monthly gathering that integrates movement and energy healing to create a deep, embodied experience of your physical and energetic anatomy.
INSTRUCTOR: Padma Borrego
DATES: Monthly on Sundays
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December 8th
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January 5th
TIME: 11:45am – 1:15pm
LOCATION: Held in our Dance Studio at 3603 Portola Drive
COST: $22 Drop In | Passes & Memberships Apply
Description:
Touching Water and the Moon: Sacred Movement and Energy Healing (theme will change month to month)
This unique class integrates movement and energy healing to create a deep, embodied experience of your physical and energetic anatomy. We’ll begin with mindful movement designed to prepare the body and mind, cultivating awareness and attention to both your physical body and energy body. Through this practice, you’ll tune into the subtle sensations that connect us to our unique energetic movements, allowing for a soft and present state for energy healing.
In the energy healing portion, we’ll gently explore our energy anatomy and flow—building awareness of how to nourish, release, and work with our energy body to enhance and inform our human experience.
Join us for a transformative journey into the wisdom of movement and energy healing.
December Theme:
Emotion >> Intuition >> Vision
Emotions are expressed through the body and nervous system. When we deepen our relationship with our feelings and sensory experiences, we open up our capacity to listen internally and develop our intuition.
Our intuition can then guide us toward our visions. As we name our dreams and explore what excites us to create, work, and connect, we plant the seeds for the life and world we want to live in.
Inspired by the alchemy of, “Pain pushes you until vision pulls you.” – Michael Beckwith
A session of gentle movement to heighten your awareness and sensory experience, followed by energy awareness and healing.
Instructor Bio:
Padma Borrego is a yoga and movement therapist, advanced bodyworker in Structural Integration, and Energy Awareness facilitator with over 25 years of experience. She is passionate about guiding individuals to deepen their connection with their bodies, find relief from pain and chronic symptoms, and rediscover the wisdom within. Through her work, Padma helps people experience greater freedom of movement and vitality, while becoming more in tune with their intuition and inner yes’s and no’s. Drawing from her own transformative journey, she empowers her clients to live in alignment with their body’s innate intelligence.
Get Support on Your Journey at Network Chiropractic Wellness Center
Network Chiropractic Wellness Center
1414 Soquel Avenue #102
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Phone: (831) 459-8434
www.spinalsense.com/dr-bjorn-bostrom/
The Benefits of Care: Our care helps you adapt to life’s stress with more ease, gives your body-mind the opportunity to digest past traumas and stresses, and helps you develop a more self-observing, self-correcting spine and nervous system to serve you best in your present life.
- A deeper trust for the healing potential of their body
- An improved relationship to their own self-healing and health concerns
- Better connection to their purpose
- Empowerment to take more action in life
- Enhanced breath capacity and connection
- Greater connection and peace within their bodies
- Higher energy for productivity in workplace, home, and leisure
- Improved adaptation to stress
- Improvement in their posture
- Increased communication in their relationships
- More awareness of where they’re holding tension in their bodies and how to release it
- More intimate connection with themselves
- More trust and less anxiety about life’s circumstances
- Reduction and elimination in pain and symptoms
Blossom Acupuncture Santa Cruz
Serina Marichiba,
Licensed Acupuncturist, Dipl.OM
Owner of Blossom Acupuncture
515 Broadway
Santa Cruz, CA95060
Phone: 831.325.9338
www.blossomacupuncturesantacruz.com
Let Your Radiant Health Blossom
Blossom Acupuncture promotes health and well-being through acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary and lifestyle recommendations. Our mission is to nurture the unfolding of your radiant health by supporting your innate healing potential.
Gentle, yet effective treatments are focused on your individual concerns, whether they be healing from an acute injury or chronic pain, women’s health, fertility, pregnancy, or cosmetic acupuncture. (For a more complete list of what we treat, click here). By harmonizing mind, body, and spirit, our treatments help you feel revitalized and refreshed.