Our Integrative Therapies Team
The Health Center of Integrated Therapies employs more than 20 individuals who provide Integrative Therapies. Our multi-disciplinary team includes:
Acupuncturists
Michelle Bowman
Registered Nurse
Licensed Acupuncturist & Nationally Certified Acupuncturist
Specialties:
- Classical Five Element Acupuncture
- De-stressing & Seeds of Wellness Acupuncture
Michelle received her nursing degree in 1982, became a board certified Gerontological Nurse in 1997 and a nationally certified and Licensed Acupuncturist in 2001. Also in 2001, she authored a medical text, Complementary and Alternative Medicine Management: Forms and Guidelines to help hospitals and health care organizations begin and expand innovative Integrative Therapies programs. In 2003, she was a Colorado finalist for the prestigious Nightingale nursing award. Michelle’s vision for healthcare is an affordable, inclusive system in which all people will have access to Integrative Therapies. She is currently writing a book about healing breast cancer using the wisdom of intuition, dreams and synchronistic events in our lives. Michelle joined Longmont United Hospital in 1982.
Accepting New Patients: No
Professional Information:
- Director, Health Center of Integrated Therapies & PrestigePLUS
- Licensed Acupuncturist, State of Colorado 2001
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 2001
- Diplomate, Institute of Taoist Education & Acupuncture 2001
- Nursing Bachelors Degree, University of Northern Colorado 198
Gender: Female
Jane Crawford
Licensed Acupuncturist & Nationally Certified Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist
Nutritionist
Specialties:
- De-stressing & Seeds of Wellness Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture
- Nutrition Consultations
By combining her nutrition expertise and acupuncture experience, Jane is the ideal practitioner for patients with digestive problems, diet related issues and pain. Jane has extensive experience treating nausea and other common complaints of pregnancy, the seasonal flu and side effects of chemotherapy. For Nutrition Consultations, patients may bring any nutritional supplements to confirm their dietary goals, and Jane can assess where nutritional deficiencies or excesses may exist. She enjoys treating the entire spectrum of the human condition and suffering. Jane joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1998.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Lead Acupuncturist, Health Center of Integrated Therapies
- Masters Degree Human Nutrition, University of Bridgeport 2006
- Graduate, Nutrition Therapy Institute of Colorado 2001
- Licensed Acupuncturist, State of Colorado 1996
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 1996
- Diplomate, Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine 1996
Gender: Female
Shijin “Jin” Ma
Registered Nurse
Licensed Acupuncturist & Nationally Certified Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist
Specialties:
- De-stressing & Seeds of Wellness Acupuncture
- Shonishen.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture
Jin hails from Shanghai, China where she trained as a pediatric Registered Nurse. In 1991, Jin moved to the U.S., joined the Longmont United Hospital nursing staff and cared for pediatric, oncology and surgery patients. Jin enjoys providing Shonishen for infants and children and Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture for a variety of challenging health conditions that have not resolved with conventional medicine alone. Jin has been successful in helping people with chronic pain, weight loss, kidney stones, bladder control, chronic hiccups, and fertility challenges. Jin joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2001.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Licensed Acupuncturist, State of Colorado 2001
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 2001
- Masters Degree, Southwest Acupuncture College 2001
- Registered Nurse, State of Colorado 1992
- Graduate, Shanghai Jingan Nursing School 1982
Gender: Female
Mary Ellen Metke
Licensed Acupuncturist & Nationally Certified Acupuncturist
Specialties:
- Classical Five Element Acupuncture
- De-stressing & Seeds of Wellness Acupuncture
- Medical Qi Gong
Mary Ellen is a pioneer in Classical Five Element Acupuncture and was the first acupuncturist in Colorado to work in a hospital setting when she joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1996. Mary Ellen enjoys providing Classical Five Element Acupuncture and Medical Qi Gong to people of all ages - from 2 months to 102 years young - with chronic and acute pain, stress related health concerns and for their general wellness. Mary Ellen is actively involved in training new and practicing acupuncturists at the Institute of Taoist Education & Acupuncture.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Apprentice, Dr. J.R. Worlsey & Dr. Judy Worsley 2003
- Instructor & Clinical Supervisor, Institute of Taoist Education & Acupuncture 2000
- Medical Qi Gong Practitioner 1991
- Licensed Acupuncturist, State of Colorado 1989
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 1989
- Diplomate, Traditional Acupuncture Institute 1989
Gender: Female
Rebecca Stevens
Licensed Acupuncturist & Nationally Certified Acupuncturist
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Classical Five Element Acupuncture
- De-stressing & Seeds of Wellness Acupuncture
- CranioSacral Therapy
Rebecca’s unique blend of Classical Five Element Acupuncture and CranioSacral Therapy make her the ideal practitioner for people who want to discover the source of health imbalances that may have eluded conventional treatments. Rebecca’s passions are working with people recovering from brain injuries including strokes, closed head injuries and concussions. She is also passionate about other healthcare professionals maintaining the requisite health and balance to care for others. Rebecca joined Longmont United Hospital in 1990 as a Certified Nurse Aid and Physical Therapy Aid and joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1996.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Longmont United Hospital Employee of the Month May 2009
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Licensed Acupuncturist, State of Colorado 2001
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 2003
- Diplomate, Institute of Taoist Education & Acupuncture 2003
- Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 1995
Gender: Female
Linda Whitedove
Licensed Acupuncturist & Nationally Certified Acupuncturist
Medical Herbalist
Specialties:
- Classical Five Element Acupuncture
- De-stressing & Seeds of Wellness Acupuncture
- Medical Herbalism Consultations
Linda Whitedove is one of the leading medical herbalists in the Rocky Mountain region since 1976 and was co-founder of Front Range Herbal Institute and the Rocky Mountain Herb School. In 1995, she co-founded Homegrown Herbals, the parent company of White Dove Herbals where she is currently chief herbalist and formulator. Linda is also passionate about incorporating Classical Five Element Acupuncture into her patients’ care. Linda joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1998.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Chief Herbalist and Formulator, White Dove Herbals 2007
- Licensed Acupuncturist, State of Colorado 2003
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 2003
- Diplomate, Institute of Taoist Education & Acupuncture 2003
- Co-Founder, Homegrown Herbals 1995
- Co-Founder, Front Range Herbal Institute & Rocky Mountain Herb School 1995
Gender: Female
Lymphatic Drainage Therapists
Erin Maranjian
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Combined Decongestive Therapy
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Breast Massage.
- Oncology Massage
- Swedish Massage
Erin is well qualified to work with patients seeking therapy and education regarding lymphedema, patients in various stages of recovery from surgery and cancer treatment, as well as those who seek massage therapy for other therapeutic benefits. Erin provides her unique blend of massage therapy skills for Longmont United Hospital inpatients and outpatients who are living with cancer. Erin also teaches Healthy Steps™ classes for people recovering from surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or other conditions that limit range of motion. Erin joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2002.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Certified Instructor, Healthy Steps™ 2008
- Advanced Training in Manual Lymph Drainage/Combined Decongestive Therapy, Klose Training Program 2007
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Lymphology Association of North America 2002
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Vodder Manual Lymph Drainage Therapy 2002
- Certified in Medical Massage & Neuromuscular Therapy, Institute of Structural & Integrative Somatics 2000
- Graduate, Healing Arts Institute 1998
Gender: Female
Karen Martin
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Combined Decongestive Therapy
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Breast Massage .
- Medical Massage Therapy
- Oncology Massage
- Swedish Massage
In addition to the treatment of lymphedema, Karen is passionate about integrating manual lymphatic drainage in the treatment of conditions such as chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS), post surgical edema and post-traumatic injuries, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and breast cancer. She also enjoys providing long-term maintenance and preventative care for patients living with lymphedema and coordinating their care with other health care professionals. Karen’s clinical experience includes working with Longmont United Hospital outpatients at Hope Cancer Care, inpatients living with cancer, as well as chemo infusion patients at Rocky Mountain Oncology. Karen joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1999.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Lead Lymphedema Therapist, Health Center of Integrative Therapies
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Lymphology Association of North America 2002
- Advanced Training, Clinic of Lymphology in Hinterzarten, Germany 2002
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Vodder Manual Lymph Drainage Therapy & Combined Decongestive Therapy 2000
- Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 1999
Gender: Female
Massage Therapists
Diane Arnett
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- CranioSacral Therapy
- Integrative Massage
- Oncology Massage
- Swedish Massage
- Reiki.
Diane loves to help people of all ages - from newborns to the elderly and the dying - improve their health and quality of life while engaging them in the healing process. She provides Oncology Massage for outpatients at Longmont United Hospital’s Hope Cancer Care and a unique blend of her other massage therapy specialities to patients of all ages at HCIT and to seniors at PrestigePLUS. Diane has also studied Comfort Touch™ through Hospice of Boulder and Broomfield Counties where she has been a volunteer massage therapist since 2004. Diane joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2001.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- CranioSacral Therapist Level 2 2005
- 2nd Degree Reiki 2004
- Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 2001
Gender: Female
Shelly Barnard
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Integrative Massage
- Myofascial Release,
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Swedish Massage
In addition to providing a nurturing blend of massage therapy specialties at HCIT, Shelly has a special interest in working with childbearing women and provides Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage to new mothers at Longmont United Hospital’s BirthPlace and teaches the class, Massage for the Expectant Mother. for new parents who want to learn basic self and partner massage. She also shares her teaching gifts with students at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy where she teaches prenatal and postpartum massage therapy courses. Shelly has also studied Comfort Touch™ and has been a Hospice Care massage therapy volunteer since 2003. Shelly joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2002.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Faculty, Boulder College of Massage Therapy
- Graduate, Prenatal, Labor, Postpartum Massage Therapy Certificate Program 2006
- Certified Pre- and Perinatal Massage Therapy 2002
- Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 1997
Gender: Female
Amy Belchinsky
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- CranioSacral Therapy
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Healing Touch
- Integrative Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Neuromuscular Therapy
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Reiki.
- Swedish Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
Amy’s passion is helping each person experience greater awareness of self through massage therapy, breath work and meditation. Her curiosity led her to study a wide variety of massage therapy styles that she intuitively weaves together to meet each patient’s unique needs. In addition to providing massage therapy at HCIT, Amy also offers Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage to new mothers at Longmont United Hospital’s Birthplace and facilitates the Weekly Meditation Group for the public and Longmont United Hospital staff. Amy joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2005.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- CranioSacral Therapy Level II 2007
- Reiki 1st Degree 2005
- Myofascial Release 1999
- Healing Touch 1997
- Bodywork for the Childbearing Year™ 1994
- Graduate, Academy of Somatic Healing Arts 1993
Gender: Female
Bev Boyer
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Myofascial Release,
- Neuromuscular Therapy,
- Oncology Massage
- Orthopedic Massage
- Reiki.
- Sports Massage
- Swedish Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
Massage therapy has been a passion and a life long study for Bev who constantly strives to understand the human body’s anatomy and function and facilitate optimal healing for her patients. Bev has extensive clinical and teaching experience and enjoys working with people with complex health concerns, chronic and acute pain and/or sports injuries, patients seeking pre- or post-operative care, cancer patients, people living with fibromyalgia, seniors and those seeking wellness through stress reduction. Bev works with patients of all ages at HCIT and with seniors at PrestigePLUS. Bev is the Faculty Director for the Costa Rica School of Massage. Bev joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2008.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Faculty Director and Instructor, Costa Rica School of Massage 2007
- Clinical Director and Associate Faculty, Cortiva Institute 2005
- Executive Director, Anatomy in Clay Centers 2005
- Faculty Chair and Associate Faculty, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 2001
- American Massage Therapy Association Sports Massage Team 1995
- Graduate, Central Ohio School of Massage 1991
Gender: Female
Suzie Collyer
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Medical Massage Therapy
- Myofascial Release,
- Neuromuscular Therapy,
- Oncology Massage
- Orthopedic Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Sports Massage
- Swedish Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
Suzie has extensive clinical hospital based experience at the Integrative Health Center at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City and the Bridges Integrative Health Center in Colorado prior to joining the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2008. In addition to working with patients living with complex medical conditions including fibromyalgia and breast cancer, Suzie is also passionate about working with professional and amateur marathon runners and triathletes to effectively treat their injuries, manage their pain and help them perform their best.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Massage Therapy Supervisor, Asphalt Green Fitness Center 1997
- Systemic Deep Tissue Massage Therapy 1999
- Russian Medical Massage for Fibromyalgia 1999
- Pregnancy and Labor Support Massage 1998
- Graduate, Swedish Institute of Massage Therapy and Allied Health Sciences 1997
Gender: Female
Maegan Dolloff
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Breast Massage.
- CranioSacral Therapy
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Integrative Massage
- Medical Massage Therapy
- Oncology Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Reflexology
- Swedish Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy,
Meagan graduated from massage therapy school with an impressive spectrum of skills that she now brings to patients of all ages at HCIT and to seniors at PrestigePLUS. With her continuing education in pregnancy, labor and postpartum massage, Maegan also enjoys providing massage to new mothers at Longmont United Hospital’s BirthPlace and has related experience as a birth doula. Maegan joined Longmont United Hospital 2002 as an insurance specialist and joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2005.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Insurance Specialist & Office Administator, Health Center of Integrative Therapies
- CranioSacral Therapy Level 2 2009
- Graduate, Prenatal, Labor, Postpartum Massage Therapy Certificate Program 2007
- Honors Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy Associate Degree Program 2007
Gender: Female
Stacey Gilbert
Registered Massage Therapist
Medical Herbalist
Specialties:
- Breast Massage.
- CranioSacral Therapy
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Integrative Massage
- Medical Herbalism Consultations
- Pediatric Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Reiki.
- Swedish Massage
Stacey believes that touch is one of many tools to enhance a happier and healthier state of being, and she has a beautiful diversity of skills to meet the needs of our patients at HCIT. Stacey leads Longmont United Hospital’s BirthPlace Massage Therapy Program and provides Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage to new mothers there. She also teaches group and private Infant Massage Classes and is on faculty at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy where she teaching Prenatal and Postpartum Massage and Swedish Massage. Prior to joining Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1999, Stacey was a staff massage therapist at University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Lead Massage Therapist, Health Center of Integrative Therapies
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Faculty, Boulder College of Massage Therapy
- CranioSacral Therapy 1 2007
- Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Infant Massage-USA 2006
- Reiki 2nd Degree 2004
- Clinical Herbalist, Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies 1998
- Bodywork for the Childbearing Year™ 1996
- Graduate, Brian Utting School of Massage 1994
Gender: Female
Casey Gleason
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- CranioSacral Therapy
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Integrative Massage
- Orthopedic Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Sports Massage
- Swedish Massage
Casey has long been interested in the human body and ways of balancing health through holistic care including massage therapy. Casey enjoys working with people of all ages and from walks of life at HCIT. She enjoys facilitating the body’s natural abilities to heal and blends her diverse knowledge and skills to provide relaxing, nurturing and therapeutic massage. Casey also provides Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage to new mothers at Longmont United Hospital’s BirthPlace. Casey is also an Exercise Specialist at Longmont United Hospital’s Health Ambitions Wellness Gym. Casey joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2006.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Craniosacral Therapy Level 2 2008
- Honors Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 2005
- Bacherlors Degree Holistic Health, University of Massachusetts 2003
Gender: Female
Michele Kolakowski
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Arvigo Technique™ Maya Abdominal Therapy
- Breast Massage.
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
Michele has devoted her career to an in depth study of how skilled, nurturing touch positively impacts pregnancy for both mother and baby, supports the family through birth and becoming a healthy family. In addition to studying with many pioneers in the maternity and infant massage fields, Michele was instrumental in developing and teaching two extensive educational programs in these specialties for local and national massage schools. Michele provides massage to new mothers at BirthPlace, and with her related experience as a birth doula, Michele co-teaches Longmont United Hospital’s Comfort Measures for Labor, class and teaches Infant Massage. Michele joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2001.
Accepting New Patients: No
Professional Information:
- Supervisor, Health Center of Integrated Therapies & PrestigePLUS
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Faculty, Cortiva Institute, Maternity and Infant Massage Program
- Certified Birth Doula, DONA International 2002
- Certified Prenatal, Labor and Postpartum Massage Therapist, Bodywork for the Childbearing Year™ 1998, Pre- and Perinatal Massage 2002, Mother Massage 2002, Well Mother 2007
- Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Infant Massage-USA 1992
- Honors Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 1992
Gender: Female
Kathleen Lawler
Registered Massage Therapist
Medical Herbalist
Specialties:
- Arvigo Technique™ Maya Abdominal Therapy
- Integrative Massage
- Medical Herbalism Consultations
- Oncology Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Shiatsu (Acupressure)
- Swedish Massage
Kathleen’s unique blend of massage therapy and medical herbalism skills make her the ideal practitioner for patients with pain, digestive or reproductive issues that have eluded conventional treatments and require a deeper listening and understanding of the root cause. Kathleen is passionate about wellness and empowerment using botanical medicine, massage therapy and self massage. In addition to her work at HCIT, Kathleen also provides Oncology Massage and Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage for Longmont United Hospital’s inpatients. Kathleen joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2004.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Medical Massage for the Cancer Patient, Memorial Sloan-Kettering 2006
- Community Educator and Certified Arvigo Technique™ Maya Abdominal Therapy 2001
- Clinical Herbalist, Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies 2001
- Graduate, Healing Spirits Massage School 2001
- Graduate, Acupressure Institute 1999
Gender: Female
Erin Maranjian
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Combined Decongestive Therapy
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Breast Massage.
- Oncology Massage
- Swedish Massage
Erin is well qualified to work with patients seeking therapy and education regarding lymphedema, patients in various stages of recovery from surgery and cancer treatment, as well as those seeking massage therapy for other therapeutic benefits. Erin provides her unique blend of massage therapy skills for Longmont United Hospital inpatients and outpatients who are living with cancer. Erin also teaches Healthy Steps™ classes for people recovering from surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or other conditions that limit range of motion. Erin joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2002.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Certified Instructor, Healthy Steps™ 2008
- Advanced Training in Manual Lymph Drainage/Combined Decongestive Therapy, Klose Training Program 2007
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Lymphology Association of North America 2002
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Vodder Manual Lymph Drainage Therapy 2002
- Certified in Medical Massage & Neuromuscular Therapy, Institute of Structural & Integrative Somatics 2000
- Graduate, Healing Arts Institute 1998
Gender: Female
Karen Martin
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Combined Decongestive Therapy
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Breast Massage.
- Medical Massage
- Oncology Massage
- Swedish Massage
In addition to the treatment of lymphedema, Karen is passionate about integrating manual lymphatic drainage in the treatment of conditions such as chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS), post surgical edema and post traumatic injuries, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and breast cancer. She also enjoys providing long-term maintenance and preventative care for patients living with lymphedema and coordinating their care with other health care professionals. Karen’s clinical experience includes working with Longmont United Hospital outpatients at Hope Cancer Care, inpatients living with cancer, as well as chemo infusion patients at Rocky Mountain Oncology. Karen joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1999.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Lead Lymphedema Therapist, Health Center of Integrative Therapies
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Lymphology Association of North America 2002
- Advanced Training, Clinic of Lymphology in Hinterzarten, Germany 2002
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Vodder Manual Lymph Drainage Therapy & Combined Decongestive Therapy 2000
- Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 1999
Gender: Female
Mary Ellen Minkler
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Integrative Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Swedish Massage
Mary Ellen’s passion is working with a wide variety of patients at HCIT - pregnant women, people recovering from sports injuries and automobile accidents, and those who appreciate the benefits of therapeutic massage to support their wellness. Mary Ellen also provides Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage for new mothers at Longmont United Hospital’s BirthPlace and has related experience as birth doula. Mary Ellen has previous experience as a massage therapy volunteer for Hospice Care. Mary Ellen joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2005.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Graduate, Prenatal, Labor, Postpartum Massage Therapy Certificate Program 2004
- Certified Birth Doula, Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association 2004
- Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 2003
Gender: Female
Dee Dee Roberts
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Healing Touch
- Reflexology
- Swedish Massage
Dee Dee is one of our most experienced massage therapists, and her passion is guiding people on an exploration of their wellness through the use of her skilled touch, a variety of energy work and intuition. Dee Dee is a popular therapist with patients of all ages at HCIT and seniors at PrestigePLUS. Dee Dee is a long time instructor at Boulder College of Massage Therapy where she teaches the Foot Reflexology and Natural Energy Flows classes. Dee Dee joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2003.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Faculty, Boulder College of Massage Therapy
- Certified Foot Reflexologist, International Institute of Reflexology 1986
- Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 1985
Gender: Female
Kala Spangler
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Breast Massage.
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Integrative Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Swedish Massage
With a spectrum of specialties, Kala enjoys working wide range of patients – infants, pregnant and postpartum women, new fathers, seniors, and people seeking pain relief and treatment for injuries and complex medical conditions. Kala provides Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage at BirthPlace and teaches Longmont United Hospital’s group and private Infant Massage Classes. She also has studied Comfort Touch™ and abdominal visceral manipulation. Kala is also an instructor at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy where she teaches in the Prenatal, Labor, Postpartum Massage Therapy Certificate Program. Kala joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2002.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Faculty, Boulder College of Massage Therapy
- Certified Instructor of Infant Massage, Foundation for Healthy Family Living 2003
- Certified Pre- and Perinatal Massage Therapy 1999
- Graduate, International Academy of Neuromuscular Therapies 1997
- Graduate, New Life Institute 1997
Gender: Female
Rebecca Stevens
Licensed Acupuncturist & Nationally Certified Acupuncturist
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Classical Five Element Acupuncture
- CranioSacral Therapy
Rebecca’s unique blend of Classical Five Element Acupuncture and CranioSacral Therapy make her the ideal practitioner for people who want to discover the source of health imbalances that may have eluded conventional treatments. Rebecca’s passions are working with people recovering from brain injuries including strokes, closed head injuries and concussions. She is also passionate about other healthcare professionals maintaining the requisite health and balance to care for others. Rebecca joined Longmont United Hospital in 1990 as a Certified Nurse Aid and Physical Therapy Aid and joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1996.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Longmont United Hospital Employee of the Month May 2009
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Licensed Acupuncturist, State of Colorado 2001
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 2003
- Diplomate, Institute of Taoist Education & Acupuncture 2003
- Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 1995
Gender: Female
Martha Vincent
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Neuromuscular Therapy
- Oncology Massage
- Reflexology
- Reiki
- Swedish Massage
Martha is passionate about working with older adults and supporting people living with cancer. Her experience and talents as a gerontology social worker and experienced massage therapist provide the seniors at PrestigePLUS with excellent service and care. Martha has also provided massage for Longmont United Hospital patients living with cancer as well as facilitating the Circle of Hope, a cancer survivor workshop. She also has extensive teaching experience as a registered yoga teacher and has also served on the faculty at Boulder College of Massage Therapy and the Institute of Taoist Education & Acupuncture. Martha joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2006.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Comfort Touch™ – Massage for the Elderly and the Ill 2008
- Caring for Client with Cancer 2007
- Graduate, Blue Sky Educational Foundation Massage Therapy Program 1990
- Masters Degree Social Work, University of Wisconsin 1985
Gender: Female
Amanda Flynn
Registered Massage Therapist
Specialties:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Hot Rock Massage
- Integrative Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Swedish Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
In her massage therapy, Amanda respects the fine balance between nurturing touch and skilled therapy work. She believes that quieting the mind and listening to the body is the first step toward healing. With her nurturing touch and skills, Amanda reaches patients of all ages at the Health Center of Integrated Therapies. When not at HCIT, she can be found caring for seniors at PrestigePLUS and new mothers at Longmont United Hospital’s BirthPlace. Amanda joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2010.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- In Completion, Prenatal, Labor, Postpartum Massage Therapy Certificate Program 2010
- Stone Massage, Boulder College of Massage Therapy Spa Certificate Program 2009
- Graduate, Boulder College of Massage Therapy 2008
Gender: Female
Nutritionist
Jane Crawford
Licensed Acupuncturist & Nationally Certified Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist
Nutritionist
Specialties:
- De-stressing & Seeds of Wellness Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture
- Nutrition Consultations
By combining her nutrition expertise and acupuncture experience, Jane is the ideal practitioner for patients with digestive problems, diet related issues and pain. Jane has extensive experience treating nausea and other common complaints of pregnancy, the seasonal flu and side effects of chemotherapy. For Nutrition Consultations, patients may bring any nutritional supplements to confirm their dietary goals, and Jane can assess where nutritional deficiencies or excesses may exist. She enjoys treating the entire spectrum of the human condition and suffering. Jane joined the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1998.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Lead Acupuncturist, Health Center of Integrated Therapies
- Human Nutrition Masters Degree, University of Bridgeport 2006
- Graduate, Nutrition Therapy Institute of Colorado 2001
- Licensed Acupuncturist, State of Colorado 1996
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 1996
- Masters Degree, Southwest Acupuncture College 1996
Gender: Female
Medical Herbalists
Stacey Gilbert
Registered Massage Therapist
Medical Herbalist
Specialties:
- Breast Massage.
- CranioSacral Therapy
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Integrative Massage
- Medical Herbalism Consultations
- Pediatric Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Reiki.
- Swedish Massage
Stacey believes that touch is one of many tools to enhance a happier and healthier state of being, and she has a beautiful diversity of skills to meet the needs of our patients at HCIT. Stacey leads Longmont United Hospital’s BirthPlace Massage Therapy Program and provides Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage to new mothers there. She also teaches group and private Infant Massage Classes and is on faculty at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy where she teaching Prenatal and Postpartum Massage and Swedish Massage. Prior to joining Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1999, Stacey was a staff massage therapist at University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Lead Massage Therapist, Health Center of Integrative Therapies
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Faculty, Boulder College of Massage Therapy
- CranioSacral Therapy 1 2007
- Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Infant Massage-USA 2006
- Reiki 2nd Degree 2004
- Clinical Herbalist, Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies 1998
- Bodywork for the Childbearing Year™ 1996
- Graduate, Brian Utting School of Massage 1994
Gender: Female
Kathleen Lawler
Registered Massage Therapist
Medical Herbalist
Specialties:
- Arvigo Technique™ Maya Abdominal Therapy
- Integrative Massage
- Medical Herbalism Consultations
- Oncology Massage
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
- Shiatsu (Acupressure)
- Swedish Massage
Kathleen’s unique blend of massage therapy and medical herbalism skills make her the ideal practitioner for patients with pain, digestive or reproductive issues that have eluded conventional treatments and require a deeper listening and understanding of the root cause. Kathleen is passionate about wellness and empowerment using botanical medicine, massage therapy and self massage. In addition to her work at HCIT, Kathleen also provides Oncology Massage and Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage for Longmont United Hospital’s inpatients. Kathleen joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 2004.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Registered Massage Therapist, State of Colorado 2009
- Medical Massage for the Cancer Patient, Memorial Sloan-Kettering 2006
- Community Educator and Certified Arvigo Technique™ Maya Abdominal Therapy 2001
- Clinical Herbalist, Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies 2001
- Graduate, Healing Spirits Massage School 2001
- Graduate, Acupressure Institute 1999
Gender: Female
Linda Whitedove
Licensed Acupuncturist & Nationally Certified Acupuncturist
Medical Herbalist
Specialties:
- Classical Five Element Acupuncture
- De-stressing & Seeds of Wellness Acupuncture
- Medical Herbalism Consultations
Linda Whitedove is one of the leading medical herbalists in the Rocky Mountain region since 1976 and was co-founder of Front Range Herbal Institute and the Rocky Mountain Herb School. In 1995, she co-founded Homegrown Herbals, the parent company of White Dove Herbals where she is currently chief herbalist and formulator. Linda is also passionate about incorporating Classical Five Element Acupuncture into her patients’ care. Linda joined Longmont United Hospital and the Health Center of Integrated Therapies staff in 1998.
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Professional Information:
- Chief Herbalist and Formulator, White Dove Herbals 2007
- Licensed Acupuncturist, State of Colorado 2003
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 2003
- Diplomate, Institute of Taoist Education & Acupuncture 2003
- Co-Founder, Homegrown Herbals 1995
- Co-Founder, Front Range Herbal Institute & Rocky Mountain Herb School 1995
Gender: Female