Our Staff

Cheryl has a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at Yo San University Santa Monica. She has been practicing in Sherman Oaks for 7 years and currently is building a following in the Calabasas office.

Cheryl approaches each patient as an individual, taking the time to develop a treatment plan that is specific to his or her needs. Patients are treated for chronic or acute issues ranging from pain, emotional imbalance, stress, digestive problems, women’s health concerns including fertility and peri-post menopausal imbalances, seasonal allergies and weight concerns. Her treatment techniques include acupuncture, bodywork, nutritional counseling and herbal supplements which help to restore and strengthen the patient, increasing the body’s self-healing ability and bringing the patient back to a state of harmony.

Along with being passionate about Chinese Medicine and nutrition, Cheryl enjoys trail running, hiking, yoga, healthy cooking and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Heather’s focus is postoperative massage and lymphatic drainage. Her life experiences have led her to be an empathic healer. She develops a patient-centered treatment that targets post-surgical effects such as pain, anxiety, abdominal discomfort, swelling and scarring. Long, slow, calming techniques are used to heal muscles and move lymph fluid. Heather uses a myofascial process of rhythmic movements and gentle stretching to reduce pain and scarring. 

Post-surgical massage reduces misalignment of muscles and joints to reduce additional aches and pain. Trigger point or acupressure are used to relieve muscles that have become over contracted, such as hamstrings, quads, glutes and gastrocs.

Lymphatic drainage massage relieves swelling by moving lymph fluid through the lymphatic system to reduce toxins and inflammation, thus improving the immune system.

Over thirty years ago Karen found her love of working with people and a strong belief in the healing qualities of human touch drawing her to a career in massage therapy.

Her initial training in Swedish massage led her to expand her studies at three esteemed local massage schools, adding over 750 training hours and many valuable skills to her tool box. Her knowledge and background studies include myofascial release, deep tissue, reflexology, pregnancy and oncology massage. Karen still participates regularly in continuing education.

Throughout her career, Karen has worked with many healthcare professionals in medical settings. She enjoys assisting people in all stages of life and health, keeping each client’s needs in mind. Whether it is for relaxation and restoration, stress relief, or relief from pain and muscle soreness, Karen will create a session that is right for you.

Shiatsu / Anma / Japanese Massage Therapy; 30+ years experience / Japanese and American trained. Graduated Honors Student from Colorado School of Chinese Medicine / Massage Therapy. Martial Artist / Aikido Instructor. Employs varied techniques from Deep Tissue, Anma, Shiatsu and Chi Gung. Created comprehensive curriculum of Anma and Shiatsu / Chinese Medicine Theory at Health Vocational College in Denver, CO.