Kauai

Absolute Allergy Relief
Nellie Foster
Phone: (808) 212-4050

Types of Services:
ALLERGY REMOVAL, Fertility Support, Foot Bath Detox, Health Products, Laser Therapy, Supplements, Vegetarian Support, Natural Liquid Vitamins

Self Description:
Nellie lives and practices Kauai. Her office is located in the Hawaii Holistic Health Center, just above HOKU Whole Foods in the heart of Kapaa. Her extensive background in health care includes serving as the Director of Clinical Operations and adjunct Faculty member at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine; being a medical lab manager with a group of OB/GYNs and assisting patients and physicians in the field of Infertility as an IVF/Donor Program Coordinator and Education Specialist. Her interests include theatre (she acts, directs and designs), reading, travel, her dog & cat: Max & Kono, and (mostly) family and friends.

Practice Description:
AAR works with a technology that eliminates reactions from most forms of allergies and sensitivities. A lightweight cuff that is connected to a computer is placed on your arm. We run a digital signal representing a specific allergen from the computer to your arm. You do not feel this signal as we discover whether or not you are allergic to that Allergen through muscle testing. We apply a gentle pressure to stimulate Acupuncture points on your back, which correspond with the major organ systems. The body associates the positive stimulus with the exposure of the allergen and no longer perceives it as harmful. It really is that simple and impossible to imagine until you experience it. Please note, your therapist does not diagnose, cure or treat disease.

Dr. Kathleen Scarbo
Phone: (808) 634-7973

Certification:
- American College of Sexologists Certification
- Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Teacher

Types of Services:
Bamboo Valley Farms, Child/Family Counseling, Clinics, Mental Health, Counselors, Fertility Support, Guided Imagery, HIV/AIDS, Healing Arts, Health Info/Services, Health Retreats, Journals, Life Coaching, Marriage/Relationships Counseling, Meditation, Mental Health Services, Personal Growth, Pregnancy Services, SEX THERAPIST, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Spiritual Counseling, Tantra, Wedding Officiator, Women’s Health, Workshops, YOGA PRACTITIONER, Yoga Retreats

Self Description:
Kathleen has a Doctorate from the Institute for the Advanced Study of Human Sexuality where she is an Assistant Professor, in addition to instructing at various other colleges.

Her professional affiliations include the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists, the Society for the Scientific Study of Sex, and the American College of Sexologists.

Kathleen received a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and completed a postgraduate degree in Marriage, Family and Addictions Recovery Therapy in 1997. She holds additional certifications in Sex Education and Erotology and runs a private practice and retreat/seminar business at www.bamboovalleyfarm.com.

Practice Description:
Individuals, couples and teens.

Richard Scheffer LAc, PhD
Natural Medicine & Acupuncture Center of Kauai
Phone: (808) 634.8499

Types of Services:
Acupuncture

Self Description:
Dr. Scheffer has been practicing Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Herbs, Homeopathic Formulas and Food Supplements for over 17 years in Hawaii. His experience is vast, including teaching classes and supervising the Internship Clinic at the Oriental Medical Institute on Oahu for 4 years. He uses a variety of modalities to treat his patients which range from children as young as four years old to adults in their 90’s.

Practice Description:
Acupuncture treatments are safe and there is little or no pain when needles are inserted. Some people feel an immediate sense of calm, while others can feel mild tingling or stimulation. After the needles are inserted you can have electrical stimulation or Moxa applied if deemed useful.

Richard Scheffer also uses many non-needle treatments. Some of these painless techniques include moxa, cupping electronic laser and electronic point stimulation. Using the Acutron machine with colored light probes, he also offers non-surgical “facelift” facials.

Richard’s Acupuncture and Herbal Treatments can include balance regulating, pain relief, preventative medicine and various other conditions in a very effective holistic style.

Samara Programs
Phone: (808) 634-8084

Types of Services:
Lymphatic Drainage

Self Description:
Samara Christy has been a practicing health care practitioner over 35 years. She is a colon therapist and a XP2 electro-sound lymphatic drainage therapist. As Head Colon therapist and the trainer of new Lymphatic therapists at Manhattan's New Life Health & Spa on New York's upper west side, Samara has assisted hundreds of people with a healing life style. She currently lives and practices in Kauai.

Practice Description:
Most aliments are linked to the lymphatic system and a compromised immune system. The most logical means for pathogens (potential cancer-causing agents) to be eliminated from our body is through the Lymphatic System. Samara Christy has dedicated herself exclusively to the practice of Lymphatic Drainage. She uses the state of the art in electro-sound lymphatic drainage instrumentation, the XP2 Lymphatic Drainage Machine. Benefits of Lymph Drainage Therapy include: assisting in weight loss, reducing edema & lymphedema and removing pathogens.

Name: Dennis Mendonca, MFT
Phone: (808) 652-2505

Types of Services:
Insurance/HMOs, Marriage/Relationships Counseling, Meditation, Mental Health Services with Psychotherapy services provided to couples, individuals and families. HMSA insurance accepted.

Self Description:
Aloha! My name is Dennis Mendonca. I've lived on Kauai for 15 years and been in a happy, long-term relationship for nearly 30 years.

In 1989 I completed a Masters Degree in Integral Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS). CIIS is an accredited graduate school that blends traditional Western Psychology with Eastern Philosophy and the Integral Yoga of Sri Aurobindo.

I have 25+ years experience working with people and combine an appreciation for the spiritual/transcendent side of life with a grounded focus in relationship skills.

Practice Description:
For the past 6 years I have been director of a Domestic Violence Intervention Program. Recently I've been pursuing advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy with Dr. Susan Johnson.

I consider myself to be grounded in psychological principles yet guided by my heart and emotional responsiveness. I view therapy as a journey in self-exploration and am passionate about offering those I work with a reflection of themselves that increases self-awareness, awareness an experience of one's own basic goodness, and empowers each individual to realize their dreams.

Insurance Coverage: CPH & Associates (via AAMFT)

Jen Viets
Massage Therapy
Phone: (808) 645-6182

Types of Services:
Fertility Support, Massage Therapy MLT 7146

Jen works at the Center and is available for house calls.

Self Description:
Jennifer Viets has gratefully called Kauai home for 11 years and counting. Happily married with two children she cultivates a deep love and respect for the Hawaiian culture through Hula, Lomi Lomi and volunteering for Kanuikapono Hawaiian Public Charter School. Her life experience of motherhood, midwifery, women’s health, dance, and art pour through her hands with the intention of divine mother love.

Practice Description:
Jennifer brings to the table a myriad of modalities intuitivley applied specifically for you, including: Lomi Lomi, deep tissue, sports massage, structural integration, Swedish, pregnancy and infant massage.

Kimberly Formanova
Kauai Lymphatic Therapy

Phone: (808) 634-1142

Types of Services:
Electro-Sound Lymphatic Drainage

Self Description:
Kimberly became a Certified Lymphatic Therapist as a direct result of the benefits she experienced from Electro-Sound Lymphatic Drainage Therapy. After the birth of her second child, by C-section, she felt her body never returned to normal. In just a few treatments, the results were dramatic, namely weight-loss and a recovery of energy. Impressed by this work she wanted to share it with others. Kimberly received her advanced training and certification from Samara Christy, a national trainer, where she learned how to treat clients with severe lymphatic conditions.

Practice Description:
Most ailments are linked to the lymphatic system and a compromised immune system. The lymph system continually bathes and carries away the body's "sewage". Lymph nodes trap and neutralize toxins, pathogens, fat globules and other harmful substances. Our blood has a pump, the heart. Our lymph relies on movement of our muscles. Today's sedentary lifestyles, coupled with a poor diet can result in a congested lymph system. Electro-Sound Therapy is effortless, painless. Benefits include: weight-loss, detox, increased energy, reduced edema and post mastectomy support.

Name: Patricia Lawrence
Phone: (808) 822-2217

Types of Services:
Chi Gong Healing

Self Description:
In 2004 I became a student of Chi Gong practices as instructed by Grandmaster Hong Liu. These practices focus on physical and mental health, balancing the yin and the yang energies. That same year I began studying Medical Chi Gong, with Grandmaster Hong and completed the Foundational course. In 2005 I continued these studies when Grandmaster Hong offered an Intermediate course and in 2006, two Advanced Training Programs.

Practice Description:
Chi Gong balances the yin (feminine) and yang (masculine) energies in the body, mind and spirit. Through daily practice of chi gong exercises, the body remains flexible and fit and obtains and maintains its ideal weight. Through the practice of Chi Gong meditations, the mind and spirit can experience deep peace and relaxation.

During a Chi Gong healing, the practitioner works with the energies in the aura immediately above the body of the recipient without touching the body, balancing the yin and the yang. The result can be profound relaxation and deep peace.

Carly Howard
Studio Kauai Yoga
Phone: (808) 822.5053

Types of Services:
Yoga Studio

Self Description:
Studio Kauai is a place where all styles of yoga come together and yogis of all beliefs are welcome! We offer yoga classes and workshops of many different styles and backgrounds so that you can experience a full range of yogic health.

Practice Description:
Our vinyasa classes, including hot yoga, build strength, get your heart pumping, and get your sweat flowing to release toxins from your body. Our hatha classes focus on alignment and help you practice safe, effective, and sustainable postures. Relax and stretch the connective tissues of your body with yin yoga.

Through pranayama breathing exercises and meditation, you will find peace, energy, concentration, and a healthy mind.

Come to Studio Kauai for whatever you need from your yoga practice. We are conveniently located in Kapaa's Dragon Building.