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10BEST Awards
10BEST WINNERS
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Welcome to the third annual Natural Nutmeg 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards issue: our celebration of all things holistic we love about Connecticut. These awards brought massive awareness throughout the state for Holistic Businesses & Practitioners and Natural Nutmeg and we received amazing feedback from the winners and readers. Many business owners in categories like Natural Product Companies, Spas, and Farm-to-Table restaurants said they just discovered the magazine and didn’t realize their customers were avid readers and fans.
We are proud to be the first reader nominated awards exclusively for the holistic business community in Connecticut. Enjoy all the selections and let us know what you think about the winners and any businesses that are still best kept secrets! By Dr. Diane Hayden, Publisher of Natural Nutmeg Magazine
Congratulations to our 10BEST Winners!
10BEST Acupuncture/Traditional Chinese Medicine
Alexandra Lin’s Acupuncture Center
Southbury, CT 203.586.1838 alexandralinsacupuncture.com
Connecticut Family Acupuncture
Glastonbury, & Coventry, CT 860.633.6022 • CTfamilyacupuncture.com
Specializing in chronic pain and other infl ammatory conditions. Most insurances accepted. Highly-trained and experienced acupuncturists licensed by the CT Department of Public Health.
Chi Healing Center
Canton, CT 860.352.8902 chihealingcenter.com
Ming Wu
West Hartford, CT 978.790.8888 wuhealing.com
Traver Garrity Acupuncture
Storrs & Berlin, CT 860.995.0317 travergarrity.com Traver specializes in acupuncture, cupping and tunia to treat chronic pain, sports injuries, migraines, stress/anxiety and much more. Each treatment is specifi cally catered to each patient's needs to ensure the greatest outcome.
Dr. Artemis Morris, ND, LAc. Artemis Wellness Center
Milford, CT 203.783.9802 drartemis.com artemiswellnesscenter.com Dr. Artemis Morris is a seasoned Naturopathic Physician, Licensed Acupuncturist, researcher, author, public speaker, and the academic director of the Integrative Health and Healing Program at The Graduate Institute. Artemis Wellness Center specializes in women’s health and wellness using Acupuncture, Craniosacral therapy, nutrition, and a holistic approach to addressing the cause of dis-ease. She is the author of the book A Naturopathic Doctor's Guide to Wellness for Immune Support and The Antiinfl ammation Diet for Dummies available on Amazon.
Dr. Jennifer Pierre, ND, MPH JenteelNature Health
New Haven, CT 203.806.5152 DrJPierre.com As Founder and CEO of JenteelNature Health, Dr. Jennifer Pierre brings naturopathic medicine and public health together to manage her patients’ care. Her focus is women’s health, using a comprehensive approach to treat thyroid disease, fi broids, PCOS, hormonal imbalances and infertility.
Dr. Elena Sokolova, ND
Fairfi eld, CT 203.371.8258 WholeBodyMed.com
SOPHIA Natural Health Center Dr. Kenneth Hoffman, DACM, LAc.
Brookfi eld, CT 203.740.9300 inm.center
Valley Spirit Wellness Center
Washington Depot, CT 860.619.2788 valleyspiritcoop.com
10BEST Chiropractic Physician
Dr. Suzanne Chester, DC Family Health Chiropractic Care
Simsbury, CT 860.468.1110 docsuzannechester.com
Dr. Nick Damato, DC Damato Chiropractic Center of Glastonbury
Glastonbury, CT 860.410.4488 info@dccglastonbury.com dccglastonbury.com Damato Chiropractic Center of Glastonbury helps you and your family take the fi rst step towards better health and wellness. Our adjustments are designed to correct injuries and maintain the correction so your body can heal. In addition to excellent chiropractic care, we offer Massage Therapy and Whole-Body Cryotherapy.
Dr. Stephen Karpenko, DC, AcCP Center for Natural Wellness
Canton, CT 860.693.0255 karpenkowellness.com At The Center for Natural Wellness, located in Canton, CT, Dr. Karpenko provides his patients with drug-free, non-surgical natural health care. This includes Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Nutritional Counseling and Applied Kinesiology. We offer a safe and nurturing environment for proper functional healing of chronic and acute conditions.
Dr. Robert Kipp, DC Pro-Health Chiropractic
Southport, CT 203.333.2700 yourprohealth.com
Dr. Luann Moratto, DC
Bethel, CT 203.748.1941 therechargingstation.com
Dr. Justin Roth, DC Roth Family Chiropractic
Berlin, CT • 860.505.7278 kensingtonchiropractor.com Dr. Brenda Slovin, DC
Norwalk, CT 203.840.0000 drslovin.com
Dr Jennifer Veit, DC, DICCP Loving Hands Chiropractic LLC
Storrs, CT 860.487.9543 lovinghandschiro.com
Dr. Jason Sousa, DC PROhealth Chiropractic Center
South Windsor, CT 860.432.7432 prohealthchiropractic center.com Dr. Sousa and his amazing team have a special focus on spinal correction to help gain and sustain your health. Dr. Sousa has been part of the USA Olympic Wellness Advisory Council and is certifi ed through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association to provide specifi c chiropractic care for both children and pregnant women.
Dr. Cheryl Vincent, DC Simsbury Chiropractic and Wellness Center
Simsbury, CT 860.651.3355 simsburychiro.com Simsbury Chiropractic and Wellness Center is a source for whole body chiropractic care that includes rehab and exercise therapy, massage therapy and custom foot orthotics. We treat all types of musculoskeletal conditions with comprehensive techniques that are tailored to each individual.
10BEST Energy Healer
Cheryl Case Sharing The Light Wholistic Center, LLC
Avon, CT 860.620.7709 Cheryl@SharingThe LightWC.com sharingthelightwc.com
Robin H. Clare, MBA
West Hartford, CT 860.232.3331 Robin@clare-ity.com clare-ity.com During her 25-year MBA career, Robin yearned to live her authentic mission. Yet, she struggled with food addiction and bulimia. Now, in successful recovery, Robin created The Write Recovery Program. The program is designed to heal your suffering and inspire others through your writing. Robin is a best-selling spiritual self-help author, life coach, energy healer, and recovery professional.
Agnes Daddona, MA Intuitive Counseling Holistic Spa
Avon, CT 860.941.2667 agnes@Intuitive CounselingLLC.com IntuitiveCounselingLLC.com Agnes Daddona is an Intuitive Counselor, Healer, and Spiritual Teacher. She has been in a therapeutic setting and the healing arts for over 20 years and has assisted thousands of people worldwide. Her Holistic Spa offers Intuitive Readings, Life Coaching, Spiritual Healing, Angel Workshops, Crystal Bed, DNA Technology, and Aura Photography.
Pat Heavren
Woodbridge, CT 203.444.4424 livingsource.us
JoJo Keane
203.994.2834 keane.jojo@gmail.com Inspiredsoul.net JoJo is a motivational speaker, writer and leads workshops in energy healing, yoga/dance and movement. She helps you shift the energy in your body/brain/home. Join her in Dance/ Movement on Youtube or Zoom. Get a consultation and sign up for a remote healing. She has helped thousands of adolescents, women and men get unstuck from trauma to recovery.
Rebecca Anne LoCicero The Beyond Center
Vernon, CT 860.573.5652 rsmith001@snet.net RebeccaAnneLoCicero.com
Daniel Lupacchino, LMT, RMT, IET MI Integrative Massage Works
Glastonbury, CT 860.716.2740 integrativemassageworks.com Dan Lupacchino has over 10 years experience in the fi eld of holistic healing and wellness. As a Massage Therapist, Healer and Teacher, his goal is to help you live and feel the best you can be. He is also IET® Master Instructor Trainer, Medicinal Aromatherapist, and Intuitive Coach.
Anna Pizzoferrato Reiki With Trust, LLC
Aurora Mistica Distance Healing AuroraMistica® DistanceHealing.com I am Anna Rosa, aka Anna Pizzoferrato and have been offering remote distance healing services since 2001. I am a Usui, Shamballa, Kundalini and Karuna® Reiki Master. I have a registered modality called Aurora Mistica® . I am a Biologist and enjoy designing energy charged products. annarosaenergyartist.com
Karen Elizabeth Rowan, LMT, CST
Simsbury, CT 860.830.0877 karenerowan.com Karen has studied with internationally celebrated doctors and healers from around the world. She specializes in advanced CranioSacral Therapy, Somato Emotional Release, Samvahan Vibrational Healing, Spiritual Life Coaching and Feng Shui. Karen is one of only two people in the United States that holds an Advanced Certifi cation in India's Ancient Art of Samvahan Vibrational Healing.
Joyce St. Germaine, M.Ed., CHt. RYT200, The Sacred Journey
Burlington, CT 860.675.9706 jsgermaine@aol.com thesacredjourney.biz Joyce is highly trained and experienced in Cross-Cultural Shamanism and Energy Healing Modalities. Sound, color, journeying, ceremony, yoga, energetic cord-cutting, direct energy channeling, and gemstone/crystal therapies. Advanced training in Soul Retrieval, Spirit Detachment and Extraction. Energy Healing Modalities may be combined as each situation requires. Sessions in-person or remotely.
10BEST Esthetician/Holistic & Organic Spa
Art of Aesthetics Skin Care, LLC
Berlin, CT 860.770.2595 ArtofAesthethicsSkinCare.Net
Face It Med Spa
West Hartford, CT 860.206.9552 faceitct.com
Green Lotus Salon and Wellness
Cromwell, CT • 860.398.5445 greenlotussalonandwellness.com
Imagine Float
Avon, CT 860.255.7771 imaginefl oat.com IMAGINE FLOAT, is Greater Hartford's fi rst and only wellness boutique offering fl oatation therapy, cryotherapy, infrared sauna and compression therapy. Our non-invasive services allow you to reach a new level of relaxation, lower cortisol levels, elevate your mood, reduce infl ammation, promote muscle recovery, detoxify and boost your immune system.
ORGÁNACHS Farm To Skin
Westport, CT • 203.221.0435 info@organachsfarmtoskin.com organachsfarmtoskin.com
Pia Lauren Natural Skincare
Fairfi eld, CT 203.955.1286 pialaurenskincare.com
Rain Wellness Spa
Branford, CT 203.483.0300 info@rainwellnessspa.com rainwellnessspa.com
Salt of the Earth Sanctuary
Woodbury, CT 203.586.1172 soteswoodburyct@gmail.com naturalsalthealing.com Book one of our state of the art Salt Rooms using one of the most advanced air quality systems in the industry! Breathe in purity and clear your lungs. Experience respiratory relief while boosting the immune system and oxygenating your bloodstream. Other services offered such as massage or energy work address physical imbalances, lymphatic congestion, stress and pain relief. Call us today for an appointment.
SOMA
Farmington, CT • 860.678.7880 omsoma.com
Our goal is to help you attain a deep connection, to plug in to your body and mind. At Soma, we don’t think of you as an appointment. We consider you our guest, entrusted with your care. We’re small enough to offer a warm boutique experience and yet our menu is extensive, specializing in massage, skincare and Ayurveda.
The Spa at Litchfi eld Hills
Litchfi eld, CT • 860.567.8575 litchfi eld-spa.com
The Spa at Litchfi eld Hills has provided world-class service to southern New England for over 10 years. Tucked away in the Litchfi eld Hills, the stylishly appointed facilities at the Spa include: facial and massage treatment rooms, a nail room featuring whirlpool shiatsu massage pedicure chairs, a full-service hair salon.
10BEST Farm-to-Table/ Organic/Vegan Restaurant
Arethusa al tavolo
Bantam & West Hartford, CT 860.567.0043 arethusaaltavolo.com
Community Table Restaurant & Bar
Washington, CT • 860.868.9354 communitytablect.com
Flora
West Hartford, CT • 860.216.5992 fl oraweha.net
G-Zen
Branford, CT • 203.208.0443 g-zen.com
ION Restaurant
Middletown, CT • 860.346.9210 ionrestaurant.com
Mockingbird Kitchen & Bar
Bantam, CT • 860.361.6730 mockingbirdkitchenandbar.com
Osa Restaurant
Middletown, CT 860.358.9782 osarestaurant.com Restauranteurs Kevin Wirtes and Rich Garcia of Krust, proudly launched their newest venture Osa, in 2017. Located in Middletown, Osa features wood-fi red small plates, bespoke cocktails, whiskey, wine and local beer.
Artisan Restaurant, Tavern and Garden
West Hartford & Southport, CT West Hartford: 860.937.2525 Southport: 203.307.4222 ArtisanSouthport.com.& ArtisanWestHartford.com Artisan is a unique and innovative casual/fi ne dining restaurant serving New England inspired American cuisine with an emphasis on farm fresh fare from its onsite garden and local and regional farms. As a Chef managed establishment, Artisan offers a one of a kind experience that celebrates the theme of craftsmanship and sustainability.
Popover Bistro & Bakery
Simsbury, CT 860.413.2392 popoversimsbury.com
Taproot
Bethel, CT 475.329.5395 taprootct.com
Austin Bracelet Company Taia Cesana Co-Founder & Creative Visionary
theaustinbraceletco.com
cinder + salt
Middletown, CT • 860.788.3784 hello@cinderandsalt.com cinderandsalt.com
Dee’s One Smart Cookie Allergen Free Bakery
Glastonbury, CT • 860.633.8000 deesonesmartcookie.com
Diane Wagemann Divine Treasures, LLC
Manchester, CT • 860.643.2552 dtchocolates.com
Farm to Bath
South Glastonbury, CT info@farmtobath.com farmtobath.com
Immortal Opulence Anti Aging Skin Cream.
Old Wethersfi eld, CT 860.712.1933 ImmortalOpulence.com
Izzi B’s Allergen Free Bakery
Norwalk, CT • 203.810.4378 ordering@ibcakes.com ibcakes.com
Pure Love Bakery
Avon, CT • 860.409.0302 purelovebakery.com
Make It GF, LLC
Canton, CT 860.693.1300 www.makeitgf.com Make It GF makes gluten free pizza dough, crusts, fl atbreads, breads, pastas, pierogi, ravioli, cookies, and more. Our shop is a dedicated gluten and nut free facility. We use simple ingredients and no chemical additives or preservatives. We sell retail, wholesale, and online at makeitgf.com.
Wild Moon Liqueurs by Hartford Flavor Company
Hartford, CT • 860.338.1642 HartfordFlavor.com
10BEST Fitness/ Personal Training
Glastonbury, CT 860.478.0283 Atgfi tness1@gmail.com Againstthegrainfi tness.com We are a personal and semi-private training studio that provides our clients with physical freedom, strength and knowledge through purposeful functioning training. We utilize the safest and most effective exercises to design programs for our clients and athletes that provide noticeable and consistent results as well as fun, positive experiences.
Baehr Fitness
Glastonbury, CT 860.712.8184 baehrfi tness.com
Evolution Strength & Personal Training
Terryville, CT evolutionstrengthandnutrition.com Canton, CT 860.692.8431 fullcircle.fi t
Litchfi eld Hills Fitness
Litchfi eld, CT 860.393.0116 litchfi eldhills.fi t
Live Right Wellness
Wethersfi eld, CT 860.571.2998 myliverightwellness.com
Madison Crossfi t
Madison, CT nationathletics.net
Valley Fitness
Unionville, CT 860.675.8181 valleyfi tnessct.com
YES Fitness
Burlington, CT 860.673.4293 yesfi tnessct.com
Chamomille Natural Foods
Danbury, CT • 203.792.8952 chamomille@charter.net chamomillenaturalfoods. wordpress.com
Edge of the Woods Market
New Haven, CT • 203.787.1055 eotwm.com
It’s Only Natural
Middletown, CT • 860.346.1786 itsonlynaturalmarket.com
Manchester Parkade Health Shoppe
Manchester, CT 860.646.8178 cthealthshop.com Nutrition specialists trusted since 1956. Making your healthy lifestyle affordable. Shop here. Feel better. Founded by Michael Dworkin, PD, CCN (Conecticut-Certifi ed Clinical Nutritionist/Registered Pharmacist), we carry on his mission to educate our customers about nutrition & healthy lifestyle options. We offer over 7000 affordable healthy product choices, including organic produce.
Nature’s Way
Stratford, CT • 203.377.3652 natureswayhealthfoods.com
New Morning Market
Woodbury, CT • 203.263.4868 newmorn.com
Pioneer Health Compounding Pharmacy
Vernon, CT • 860.979.0089 pioneerhealthcenter.com
Thyme & Season
Hamden, CT • 203.407.8128 ThymeAndSeason.net
Whole Foods Glastonbury
Glastonbury, CT • 860.652.9800 wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/ glastonbury
10BEST Health Food Store
10BEST Holistic Center/School
The Beyond Center
Vernon, CT • rsmith001@snet.net TheBeyondCenter.com
Bridge Healing Arts Center (BHAC)
Farmington, CT • 860.404.2578 bridgeHAC.com The Bridge Healing Arts Center was created to provide a wellness community for talented practitioners, thought leaders and clients, and customers who come together to learn how to live their best life physically, emotionally, and spiritually. We have well over 60 practitioners who provide a variety of holistic modalities to the community.
Circle of Health
Farmington, CT 860.384.1527 circleofhealth.com Serving and caring for clients since 2007, Circle of Health is a holistic wellness center specializing in cellular health, neurological health and overall well-being. Utilizing unique technology, Bear Walker, PhD is able to provide immediate diagnostic fi ndings and offer protocols and programs that are specifi cally tailored to an individual’s needs.
Goodwin College
East Hartford, CT goodwin.edu
The Graduate Institute
Bethany, CT 203.874.4252 learn.edu The Graduate Institute offers Master of Arts Degrees and Certifi cate Programs. Currently, virtual classes are being offered for your safety. Our programs are geared for today’s world; just one weekend per month, affordable and transformative. An accredited, nonprofi t, Institution of higher education, The Graduate Institute is dedicated to making your educational experience life-transforming, based on an integrative and holistic perspective and specially designed to enable you to reach your full potential in your professional and personal life.
IMT Wellness Center/ Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy
West Hartford, CT • 860.561.2286 IMTWellnessCenter.com
Just Be
Glastonbury, CT• 860.308.2623 justbethejourney.com Just Be in Glastonbury/East Hartford is a self-care oasis just waiting for you. Just Be offers stress reliever and refl ection bundles to pair the healing effects of the BioMat with that of Energy Work and Massage. We pride ourselves on our unique holistic modalities.
The Red Barn in Durham, LLC New Earth Holistic Therapies and Art Center
Durham, CT • 860.559.6151 theredbarnindurham.com
The Red Barn in Durham provides holistic services for mind-body-spirit. Seasoned practitioners provide counseling and psychotherapy, energy work and various modalities for physical wellness. Art classes also being offered in our new Art Center. Visit the Borrowed Time Emporium and the Soulshine Salt Cavern at The Barn.
Join our email list for ongoing classes. We adhere to CDC Covid guidelines.
Sharing The Light Wholistic Center, LLC
Avon, CT • 860.620.7709 Cheryl@sharingthelightwc.com SharingTheLightWC.com
Wild Earth Studio
Salem, CT 860.753.7422 facebook.com/wildearthstudiollc
10BEST Holistic Pediatrician
Collaborative Natural Health Partners
Manchester, West Hartford, & Stonington, CT 860.533.0179 ctnaturalhealth.com Integrative medicine with an entire team for the entire family. Board certifi ed Primary care, Naturopathic medicine, Acupuncture, Osteopathic medicine. In network with most private insurances, including most Medicare advantage. Thanks to our community, colleagues and patients for honoring us as Top docs! We are truly grateful.
Dr. Rosanne Demanski, ND The Women & Children's Natural Health Center
West Hartford, CT • 860.561.9766 NaturalBabyDoctor.com
Dr. Diana Lopusny
Milford, CT • 203.874.2800 preferredpediatricsofct.com
Dr. Renee Mammone, ND Naturopathic and Acupuncture Health Center
Wethersfi eld, CT • 860.529.1200 drrenee@ymail.com NAHcenter.com
Dr. Nancy O’Hara, MD, MPH, FAAP New England Center for Health
Wilton, CT • 203.834.2813 drohara.com
Lara O'Neil APRN, CPNP Thrive Center for Health
Glastonbury, CT 860.200.8268 thrivecenterforhealth.com Lara O’Neil, APRN specializes in pediatric primary care and combines traditional with integrative health care. It is her passion to treat children and adolescents with a holistic approach to healing, as she believes that the ideal model of good health addresses each family's physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
Dr. Carolina Padilla, ND Integrative Primary Care
Glastonbury, CT 860.375.5088 carolnd.com
ProNatural Physicians Group
Berlin, CT • 860.829.0707 ProNaturalPhysicians.com
Dr. Jared Skowron, ND & Dr. Nicole Kerr, ND
Wallingford, CT 203.265.0444 SpectrumAwakening.com Spectrum Awakening is Connecticut’s leading Natural Medicine Clinic for Autism, ADHD, and Anxiety. Dr. Jared Skowron is Natural Nutmeg’s 2020 and 2019 Reader’s Choice Best Holistic Pediatrician, and has spoken nationally with Jenny McCarthy, Temple Grandin, Erin Brokovich, and Robert Kennedy, Jr. Spectrum Awakening will help your child feel happier, healthier, and reach their full potential, naturally!
Dr. Jaquel Patterson, ND Fairfi eld Family Health
Fairfi eld, CT 203.254.9957 fairfi eldfamilyhealth.com Dr. Jaquel Patterson is a nationally recognized naturopathic physician, best-selling author and sought-after speaker. Her clinical expertise is in Lyme disease, autoimmune conditions, anxiety/depression, allergies, PANS/PANDAS, and women’s health issues. She completed her medical program from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine and her undergraduate degree from Cornell University.
10BEST Holistic Psychotherapy/LCSW/Counseling
Renee Cifarelli, LCSW
East Haven, CT 203.691.1685 hhhcenter.com
Debra Franklin, LCSW Progressive Psychotherapy
Bloomfi eld, CT & Pine Bush, NY debrafranklin@ progressivepsychotherapy.com 860.995.3457 progressivepsychotherapy.com
Sydni Marmor, LPC
Guilford & West Hartford 203.910.9729 gatherandbecome.com Self-compassion and creativity are the heart of my therapeutic practice. Through mindfulness practice and artistic exploration, I invite clients to step onto the limitless pathway of self-discovery with the permission to be exactly as they are without judgment. To discover and transform into their most authentic and vibrant self.
Hartford Family Institute
West Hartford, CT 860.236.6009 info@hartfordfamilyinstitute.com hartfordfamilyinstitute.com
Lana LaChance, LPC
Woodbury, CT 203.509.6254 lanalachance.com
James Osborne, MS, LPC, BCPC ProNatural Physicians Group LLC
Berlin, CT 860.836.9527 James Osborne is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certifi ed Professional Counselor, Board Certifi ed PTSD Clinician and a Fellow in the American Psychotherapy Association with over 40 years of clinical experience. I am honored and grateful to receive this recognition for a fourth year. I thank all who have shared their lives and stories with me.
Andrea Rudolph, LCSW
Monroe & Fairfi eld, CT 203.257.1009 inthespiritofl ife.com
Victoria Shaw, PhD, LPC
Westport, CT 203.254.3403 victoriashaw psychotherapy.com victoriashawintuitive.com Dr. Victoria Shaw is Licensed Professional Counselor and Spiritual Coach who combines her background and training in psychology and counseling with her intuitive gifts to help children, teens and adults heal, grow and realize their full potential. Dr. Shaw sees clients in person, by phone or via video.
Denise Weber, MA, LPC, DCEP InnerChange Counseling LLC
Weston, CT 203.403.6595
Wilcox Wellness
Southington,CT 860.266.6098 Wilcoxwellness.com
10BEST Holistic Weight Loss Center
Stamford, CT 203.595.0110 mindbodytransformation.com
Dr. Natalie Colicci Naturopathic Family Medicine and Nutrition Center, LLC
Trumbull, CT 203.371.1021 offi ce@drnataliecolicci.com drnataliecolicci.com
Collaborative Natural Health Partners
Manchester, West Hartford, & Stonington, CT 860.533.0179 ctnaturalhealth.com Integrative medicine with an entire team for the entire family. Board certifi ed Primary care, Naturopathic medicine, Acupuncture, Osteopathic medicine. In network with most private insurances, including most medicare advantage. Thanks to our community, colleagues and patients for honoring us as Top docs! We are truly grateful.
Joann Dunsing Hypnosis
Milford, CT 203.907.7710 joanndunsing.com Want to experience fi ring and wiring the neurological pathways in your brain to actually think, act and feel like the lighter person you want to be? You can lose the excess weight mentally, emotionally and physically. Please, call me for your complimentary phone consultation. Live in offi ce or via Zoom.
Essex & Guilford, CT 203.804.8897 hypnosisforhealthllc.com
Dr. Nicole Klughers Vis Wellness Center
Rocky Hill & TeleMedicine 234-2-ACU-DOC DrNicoleKlughers.com Dr. Nicole Klughers offers all-natural solutions to help individuals lose weight, restore optimal health, and reclaim a life of energy, balance, and joy. Formerly a pharmacist, Dr. Nicole serves as a “holistic health detective” by listening attentively and utilizing detailed testing to identify and address the root cause of weight gain.
Dr. Artemis Morris, ND, LAc. Artemis Wellness Center
Milford, CT 203.783.9802 drartemis.com artemiswellnesscenter.com Dr. Artemis Morris is a seasoned Naturopathic Physician, Licensed Acupuncturist, researcher, author, public speaker, and the academic director of the Integrative Health and Healing Program at The Graduate Institute. Artemis Wellness Center specializes in women’s health and wellness using Acupuncture, Craniosacral therapy, nutrition, and a holistic approach to addressing the cause of dis-ease. She is the author of the book A Naturopathic Doctor's Guide to Wellness for Immune Support and The Anti-infl ammation Diet for Dummies available on Amazon.
Glastonbury 860.325.2679 swanintegrative.com We take a functional, integrative, and root-cause resolution approach to helping people heal so that they can live out their purpose and share their gifts with the world. We have a special focus on women’s health, hormones, thyroid health, and gut healing. Now accepting pediatric patients, too!
Bear Walker, PhD, Holistic Practitioner Circle of Health
Farmington, CT 860.384.1527 circleofhealth.com Bear has specialized in the Bio-Tracker system for over 30 years. This enables him to accurately identify and measure the body’s imbalances. His vast knowledge of cellular health and Native American wisdom of treating the body as a whole (body, mind, emotion, spirit), puts Bear in a category all his own.
Sheree Wujtewicz Holistic Nutritionist
Uncasville, CT 860.446.7400 holisticsheree.com Sheree is a holistic nutritionist and weight management specialist that supports clients through diet and lifestyle changes to not only optimize their weight, but also to educate them on the importance of nutrition for overall wellness. Sheree offers appointments by phone or video to make scheduling even easier.
10BEST Hypnotherapy
Stamford, CT 203.595.0110 mindbodytransformation.com
Jan Bartrop-Babbitt, REAL Change Therapy
Avon, CT & Worldwide via Zoom 888.568.0630 Jan@realchangetherapy.com realchangetherapy.com
Melissa Conkling
Stamford, CT & Worldwide via Zoom 860.428.0222 melissa@connecticuthypnosis.com connecticuthypnosis.com As a hypnotist, I help people who are struggling with weight loss, stress, lack of motivation, careers, and so much more to build better habits, regain confi dence, and overcome limiting beliefs and emotional blocks so they can achieve long-term success and live the authentic and joyful life they deserve.
Joann Dunsing Hypnosis
Milford, CT 203.907.7710 joanndunsing.com I am passionate about giving you the experience of fi ring and wiring the neurological pathways in your brain to actually think, act, and feel like the person you want to be. Please, call me for your complimentary phone consultation. Live in the offi ce or via Zoom or FaceTime.
Essex & Guilford, CT 203.804.8897 hypnosisforhealthllc.com
Megan Moriarty
Online 860.808.4672 info@megan-moriarty.com megan-moriarty.com
Mystic Hypnosis Center
mystichypnosis@gmail.com mystichypnosis.com
Eaglemoon Raes, LLC
Mansfi eld & Hebron, CT 860.402.8116 eaglemoon.raes@icloud.com eaglemoon-raes.com raes-inghappyhealthykids.com
Michele P. Rousseau, MA, CH
Middletown, CT 860.704.9054 micheleprousseau.com Live your dreams! Restore your passion, confi dence, and motivation; transform habits; achieve goals. Wake up each day to a life you are eager to live!
Joyce St. Germaine, M.Ed., CHt., RYT-200, The Sacred Journey
Burlington, CT 860.675.9706 jsgermaine@aol.com thesacredjourney.biz Joyce is a Certifi ed Hypnotherapist in private practice for over 25 years. She offers individualized private and group hypnotherapy sessions for adults and age appropriate sessions for children. Every session includes client selfhypnosis instruction for continued selfempowerment and wellbeing. Advanced training in Psychospiritual Therapies, specializing in Past Life Regression and Higher Self Hypnosis.
10BEST Integrative APRN/Nursing
Kendra Becker-Musante, MS, ND, FNP, BC, Family Wellness Centre of Connecticut
Waterford, CT 860.572.7711 fwcct.com
Monique Class, APRN
Stamford, CT centerforfunctionalmedicine.com
Miri Daly, APRN
Enfi eld, CT 860.272.2930 enfi eldwomenshealth.com
Joy Herbst, APRN Purnima Women's Health
Fairfi eld & Online Joy@JoyHerbst.com JoyHerbst.com
Lara O'Neil APRN, CPNP Thrive Center for Health
Glastonbury, CT 860.200.8268 thrivecenterforhealth.com Lara O’Neil, APRN specializes in pediatric primary care and combines traditional with integrative health care. It is her passion to treat children and adolescents with a holistic approach to healing, as she believes that the ideal model of good health addresses each family's physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
ProNatural Physicians Group
Berlin, CT • 860.829.0707 ProNaturalPhysicians.com
Glastonbury, CT alina@ctrforholistichealthcare.com ctrforholistichealthcare. com The Center for Holistic Healthcare strives to provide the most effective and patient-centered integrative and functional medicine experience for patients. Started by Alina Schneider, a nurse practitioner with several years of training with local naturopaths, the practice has quickly grown to include another nurse practitioner, Meghan Chafee, as well as a business manager and health coach, Sara Miller and our team of nurses.
Miriam Schwartz, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC Revolution Integrative Health
Farmington, CT • 860.969.3433 revolutionintegrativehealth.com
Collaborative Natural Health Partners
Manchester, West Hartford, Stonington, CT 860.533.0179 ctnaturalhealth.com Integrative medicine with an entire team for the entire family. Board certifi ed Primary care, Naturopathic medicine, Acupuncture, Osteopathic medicine. In network with most private insurances, including most medicare advantage. Thanks to our community, colleagues and patients for honoring us as Top docs! We are truly grateful.
Glastonbury, CT 860.325.2679 swanintegrative.com We take a functional medicine, root-cause resolution approach to helping people heal so that they can live out their purpose and share their gifts with the world! We have a special focus on women’s health, hormones, thyroid health, and gut healing. Now accepting pediatric patients, too!
Dr. Mark A. Breiner, DDS, FAGD, FIAOMT Whole Body Dentistry
Fairfi eld, CT 203.371.0300 WholeBodyDentistry.com A recognized authority in the fi eld of holistic dentistry Dr. Breiner treats patients for a myriad of dental concerns including Sleep Breathing Disorders, TMD, Mercury Toxicity, hidden infections from cavitations and root canals. “If you have unexplained symptoms that won’t go away, the answer could be in your mouth.”
Dr. Deanna Cherrone, MD Natural Health and Healing
West Hartford, CT 860.677.4600 naturalhealth andhealing.net Understanding what motivates a patient and the obstacles that impede progress enables me to recommend individualized strategies for success. Applying biochemistry to each patient and seeing the positive results is extremely gratifying. I truly believe that Functional Medicine provides the necessary framework for how medicine is meant to be practiced.
April Beaman, RDH, CTT CT Thermography
Farmington & Glastonbury, CT 860.415.1150 ctthermography.com CT Thermography specializes in Medical Thermal Imaging. Breast Thermography is a compression and radiation-free screening tool that’s used to monitor breast health to detect physiological changes that may be early warning signs of a disease process. As a Certifi ed Thermographic technician, I help empower women to take a proactive approach following their thermography screening for optimal breast health.
Dr. Steven F Hinchey, DMD
South Glastonbury, CT 860.633.6518 drhinch@agd.org dochincheydmd.com
Dr. Deb Keightley, MD Personalized Medical Care
Canton, CT 860.352.8265 drdebkeightley@gmail.com Deb Keightley, MD is board certifi ed in internal medicine and has completed her training and certifi cation in functional medicine. By taking the time to get to know her patients and their individual needs, Dr. Keightley enjoys helping her patients achieve their health goals by identifying and treating their barriers to wellness.
Dr. Kenneth Litwin, MD
Sandy Hook, CT 203.493.0971 klmdwellness.com Farmington, CT 860.554.1130 naturaldentistrycenter.com Dr. Yuriy May, awarded Best Dentist in CT for the last 5 years, known as USA's top biological dentist, most notably for his exceptional zirconia (metal free) implant specialty and surgical specialization in Zirconia Dental Implants and Platelet Rich Fibrin Bone & Tissue Graft Regeneration Therapy. Minimally invasive laser therapy, root canal alternatives, ozone therapy, full mouth reconstruction.
Dr. Chi Kim, MD Personalized Medical Care
Canton, CT 860.352.8265 Drchikim.com Personalized Medical Care opened its doors in January of 2017 to provide Direct Primary Care services with a Functional Medicine focus. We take the time to listen, work with the individual to identify root causes, then help guide the next steps towards health and healing.
Dr. Tamara Sachs, MD Functional Medicine & Integrative Care, LLC
New Milford, CT 860.354.3304 tsachsmd.com Since 2003, Dr. Sachs prevents and treats all chronic conditions by uncovering and correcting their underlying root causes, while remaining respectful of the uniqueness and complexity that make us human. Dr. Sachs pulls together all your medical information to create your personalized health plan; addressing infl ammation, digestion, diet and micro nutrition, toxicity and detoxifi cation support, hormones, and sleep.
Dr. Henry C. Sobo, MD
Stamford, CT 203.348.8805 drsobo.com Member American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Board Certifi ed in Obesity Medicine. Dr. Sobo believes that the best of both medical and nutritional approaches to medical care is more effective than either approach alone. Weight Loss programs, IV Vitamins, Allergy evaluation and desensitization, Stem Cell treatments, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, PRP.
Kelley Biskupiak
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Leighanne Champion Coaching, LLC
New Canaan, CT 203.505.5571 leighannechampion coaching.com If you believe that Personal Development and Growth is what life is about, then you've found the right Coach. Life can be challenging and quick fi xes are just a band-aid. If you're looking for tools and personal support that will enable you to become the next best version of yourself, then you are ready to go.
Robin H. Clare, MBA
West Hartford, CT 860.232.3331 Robin@clare-ity.com clare-ity.com During her 25-year MBA career, Robin yearned to live her authentic mission. Yet, she struggled with food addiction and bulimia. Now, in successful recovery, Robin created The Write Recovery Program. The program is designed to heal your suffering and inspire others through your writing. Robin is a best-selling spiritual self-help author, life coach, energy healer, and recovery professional.
Dana Hilmer, CPC, CiPP Women’s Leadership & Personal Development Coach
THRIVEitude, Inc. and Reinvention Hub, LLC Madison, CT 203.645.9032 danahilmer.com campreinvention.com Dana is a women’s leadership coach, reinvention expert, author and inspiring keynote speaker. She is the creator of the group coachingTHRIVEcircle™ program and the co-creator of Camp Reinvention™ , a membership program and community for people 50(ish)+ that dare to reimagine and create what is possible in their lives.
10BEST Life/Business Coach
Insight Counseling, LLC
Ridgefi eld, CT 203.431.9726 insightcounselingllc.com Insight Counseling, LLC is a group of highly dedicated and passionate physicians, therapists and counselors who serve clients with care and are highly effective and responsive. We successfully treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, substance abuse, and all other emotional challenges.
Dr. Sonia Manganello, DM, DD, CNC
Glastonbury, CT 860.966.8747 soniamanganello.com
Dana R. Mascalo, CFP®, RLP®, AAMS®, C(k)P® , TrinityPoint Wealth
Milford, CT 203.693. 8521 trinitypointwealth.com With over 15 years of experience, Dana offers clients a rare combination of fi nancial planning and life planning expertise. With a truly holistic fi nancial planning approach, she helps clients plan for and enjoy retirement, manage their investments, assists with estate planning or the loss of a loved one, executive benefi ts, and much more.
Regina Sanchez, Health, Wellness & Organizational Coach
Windsor, CT 860.874.8515 info@ReginaSanchez.com ReginaSanchez.com
Stephanie Stanton High Vibe Chick
Canaan, CT 845.453.0800 info@HighVibeChick.com HighVibeChick.com I am a Visibility Coach for Intuitive Women. Through intensive mindset coaching and personal branding photography, I help my clients shine brighter in their businesses, attract soul sister clients and receive on the next level.
Caroline Wetzel, CFP®, CDFA®, AWMA® Procyon Private Wealth Partners, LLC
Shelton, CT 475.232.2713 cwetzel@procyonpartners.net procyonpartners.net/team/ caroline-wetzel/
Clients seeking more from life trust Caroline to listen to what is important to them and advise them on their fi nancial choices. Caroline offers clients a safe space free of judgment to talk about their fears and dreams. Caroline uses fi nancial planning to facilitate fi nancial confi dence and peace of mind.
10BEST Massage Therapy/Body Work
Abundant Health Massage Therapy & Wellness
Farmington, CT 860.778.0315 abundanthealthct.com Kristina Mozzicato is Board Certifi ed in Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork by the NCBTMB and has been practicing massage for the past 12 years. She provides professional, therapeutic, customized sessions. In addition to massage, she offers cupping, medicupping, body contouring, Himalayan salt stone massage, and Reiki sessions. Convenient Online Booking.
Glastonbury Massage Center, LLC
Glastonbury, CT 860.410.4490 info@glastonburymassage.com glastonburymassage.com Our team of licensed massage therapists are passionate about providing safe and effective massage therapy to help you perform and function better. Each massage is customized to meet the needs of our clients and may include: Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports, Prenatal, Craniosacral, Trigger Point, Cupping Massage, Hot Stone, and Organic Facials!
Healing Hands Massage of Hartford
Hartford, CT 860.499.0192 team@healinghandsmsg. com healinghandsmsg.com The team at Healing Hands Massage of Hartford are extremely honored and excited for our nomination as one of the 10BEST in massage and bodywork. We look forward to connecting with even more people through Natural Nutmeg, and introducing you to our customized massages and body contouring services.
Karma Massage, LLC
New Hartford, CT 860.693.8316 KarmaMassageLLC @hotmail.com KarmaMassageLLC.com
Kirby Poirier and Jen Davenport have cumulatively offered Licensed Massage Therapy for over 35 years. Both women in this unique & quaint studio offer over 17 different types of massage, and create monthly seasonal specials. You can reserve your appointment anytime on their website.
Kure Spa
Norwalk, CT 203.857.1500 kure-spa.com
Valley Spirit Wellness Center
Washington Depot, CT 860.619.2788 valleyspiritcoop.com Glastonbury, CT 860.716.2740 integrativemassage works.com Dan Lupacchino has over 10 years experience in the fi eld of holistic healing and wellness. As a Massage Therapist, Healer and Teacher, his goal is to help you live and feel the best you can be. He is also IET® Master Instructor Trainer, Medicinal Aromatherapist, and Intuitive Coach. Facebook.com/IntegrativeMassageWorks
Simsbury Therapeutic Massage
Simsbury, CT 860.651.2998 simsburymassage @gmail.com stmwellness.com At Simsbury Therapeutic Massage & Wellness we have over a dozen therapist on staff and are open seven days a week with convenient online booking. We have a variety of therapists who specialize in different modalities and pride ourselves and fi tting the right therapist for every client.
Sharon Sklar Rolfi ng®
West Hartford, CT 860.561.4337 SharonSklarRolfi ng @gmail.com sharonsklarrolfi ng.com Rolfi ng®- The Art and Science of Body Change. A dynamic 10 session bodywork series that eases pain, improves movement and restructures your body when you feel “out of whack”. Both a hands-on and educational approach, this work re-establishes natural order and balance after life’s injuries, stress and accidents. Since 1981.
The Spa at Litchfi eld Hills
Litchfi eld, CT • 860.567.8575 litchfi eld-spa.com
The Spa at Litchfi eld Hills has provided world-class service to southern New England for over 10 years. Tucked away in the Litchfi eld Hills, the stylishly appointed facilities at the Spa include: facial and massage treatment rooms, a nail room featuring whirlpool shiatsu massage pedicure chairs, a full-service hair salon.
West Hartford, CT 860.232.9662 draieta.com Dr. Aieta is a board certifi ed and licensed Naturopathic physician and has been in private practice for close to two decades. He specializes in clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, acupuncture and natural hormone balancing. He also co-authored the extremely popular e-book: weightlosspuzzlesolved.com
Dr. Adam Breiner, ND
Fairfi eld, CT 203.371.8258 WholeBodyMed.com Focusing on brain health and Lyme Disease, Dr. Adam Breiner offers cutting-edge therapies that include Hyperbaric Oxygen, Neurocognitive Therapies including sophisticated brain-imaging equipment to evaluate brain injuries and brainwave patterns associated with Metabolic Imbalances, Infections, and Allergies. Conditions treated include Concussions, TBI’s, Stroke, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression and more.
Collaborative Natural Health Partners
Manchester, West Hartford, & Stonington, CT 860.533.0179 ctnaturalhealth.com Integrative medicine with an entire team for the entire family. Board certifi ed Primary care, Naturopathic medicine, Acupuncture, Osteopathic medicine. In network with most private insurances, including most medicare advantage. Thanks to our community, colleagues and patients for honoring us as Top docs! We are truly grateful.
Dr. Kathryn Firisin, ND, MSPT Coastal Natural Medicine
Southport, CT 475.999.2032 info@coastal naturalmedicine.com coastalnaturalmedicine.com Dr. Firisin is an expert in natural medicine with over 20 years of experience in health care. With individualized treatment she builds lasting relationships with her patients to help them along their healing journey. Dr. Firisin specializes in gut healing and chronic conditions using a breadth of treatments to stimulate your vitality and facilitate healing.
10BEST Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Nicole Klughers, ND Vis Wellness Center Dr. Antonio Reale, ND The Herbal Room
Rocky Hill & TeleMedicine 234-2-ACU-DOC DrNicoleKlughers.com Dr. Nicole Klughers offers all-natural solutions to restore optimal health and help individuals reclaim a life of energy, balance, and joy. Formerly a pharmacist, Dr. Nicole serves as a “holistic health detective” by listening attentively and utilizing detailed testing to identify and address the root cause of any health concern.
Milford, CT 203.783.9802 drartemis.com artemiswellnesscenter.com Dr. Artemis Morris is a seasoned Naturopathic Physician, Licensed Acupuncturist, researcher, author, public speaker, and the academic director of the Integrative Health and Healing Program at The Graduate Institute. Artemis Wellness Center specializes in women’s health and wellness using Acupuncture, Craniosacral therapy, nutrition, and a holistic approach to addressing the cause of dis-ease. She is the author of the book A Naturopathic Doctor's Guide to Wellness for Immune Support and The Anti-infl ammation Diet for Dummies available on Amazon.
Dr. Michelle J Pouliot, ND New Hartford Naturopathic Health Center, LLC
Wethersfi eld & Middlebury, CT 860.257.7210 theherbal-room.com Dr. Antonio Reale, ND, MS is a naturopathic physician, nutritionist, and founder of The Herbal Room, a naturopathic wellness center in Wethersfi eld, CT, specializing in botanical tinctures and personalized herbal medicine. With a full in-house dispensary, Dr. Reale prescribes herbal formulas uniquely tailored to each patient's condition. Dr. Reale also sees patients weekly at a satellite clinic in Middlebury.
Dr. Veena Verma-Dzik, ND Insight Counseling
Ridgefi eld, CT 203.247.9496 fairfi eldnaturopathichealth. com Dr. Veena Verma-Dzik, ND, FIAMA is a board-certifi ed Naturopathic Physician and certifi ed medical acupuncturist who is highly experienced in treating acute and chronic health conditions. Dr. Verma received her doctorate from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine and received further training and certifi cation in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, MTHFR, and Lyme Disease.
Dr. Yvette Whitton, ND
New Hartford, CT 860.238.7983 nhc536@yahoo.com drpouliot.com Dr. Pouliot has been in practice for 28 years. Therapies often involve botanical medicines, vitamins, minerals, diet and life style strategies. She provides annual physicals & gynecological care. Her specialties include cardiovascular, digestive, endocrine and gynecological/hormones/sexual health, as well as autoimmune conditions. www.NaturalNutmeg.com 31
Madison, CT 203.421.2597 adonaiohw.com
10BEST Nutrition/RD
Gina Barbetta, MS, RD, CDN Nourish by Gina
Durham, CT & virtual visits 203.206.3873 nourishbygina.com Gina is a Registered Dietitian - Nutritionist with over 25 years experience providing pediatric and adult nutrition care for gut health, digestive disorders, pre-diabetes/insulin resistance, Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular health, pediatrics and integrative nutrition. Gina is a certifi ed trained Crohn's Disease Exclusion Diet (CDED) expert. She treats her clients holistically by using an integrative personalized approach to nutrition and health.
Kathy Beach, MS, NBC-HWC
Collinsville, CT 860.463.7179 kathybeach@integrative healthmanagement.org integrativehealth management.org Kathy is a national board-certifi ed health coach specializing in cancer wellness coaching. Are you confused about nutrition and lifestyle info for cancer survivors? It does not have to be that way! E-mail me for my free Rainbow Evaluation to see if you are getting all of the micronutrients you need.
Donna Bunte, MSOM, LAc. Whole Health Collaborative Natural Health Partners
Manchester, West Hartford, & Stonington, CT 860.533.0179 ctnaturalhealth.com Integrative medicine with an entire team for the entire family. Board certifi ed Primary care, Naturopathic medicine, Acupuncture, Osteopathic medicine. In network with most private insurances, including most Medicare advantage. Thanks to our community, colleagues and patients for honoring us as Top docs! We are truly grateful.
Erika Dworkin, Board Certifi ed in Holistic Nutrition®
Manchester, CT 860.646.8178 cthealthshop.com Erika Dworkin owns the Manchester Parkade Health Shoppe, a 10BEST Health Food Store trusted since 1956. Through education, she empowers her customers to make the decisions that best enable them to maximize their well-being and longevity. She offers private nutrition consultations and speaks regularly about various health topics.
Jane Grant, RD, CD-N Grant’s Nutrition Wellness
Stamford, CT 203.253.9885 health@donnabunte.com donnabunte.com At Donna Bunte Whole Health, I help people become well by looking at the whole picture and fi nding the cause of the problem. I work in partnership with the patient to bring the body into balance using the tools of Chinese diagnosis, acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, lifestyle changes, as well as qigong and meditation.
Berlin, CT 860.357.2282 grantj@grantsnutrition.com grantsnutrition.com Jane is trained in integrative and functional nutrition utilizing a personalized, holistic approach to chronic disease and weight management. Integrative and functional nutrition combines the very best of modern science, clinical wisdom, and integrative therapies to address the root cause of disease and promote abundant health. 32 Natural Nutmeg - 10BEST Awards/Essential Living Guide 2021 Guilford, CT • 917.975.1784 info@jansennutrition.com jansennutrition.com
Ellen Metzger MS, RD-N Nutrition and Wellness Consulting LLC
Glastonbury, CT 860.659.4656 EMetzgerRD@me.com NutritionandWellnessLLC. com Ellen is a Registered Dietitan - Nutritionist, with a Masters in Clinical Nutrition. She provides an integrative and functional approach to Medical Nutrition Therapy, educating and empowering clients to take control of their health. Gastrointestinal issues are a primary area of focus, however being a Wellness Advocate, she addresses nutrition, movement, sleep, behavioral change/ mindset and self-care as fundamental tools in healing, health and well-being.
Milford, CT 203.783.9802 drartemis.com artemiswellnesscenter.com Dr. Artemis Morris is a seasoned Naturopathic Physician, Licensed Acupuncturist, researcher, author, public speaker, and the academic director of the Integrative Health and Healing Program at The Graduate Institute. Artemis Wellness Center specializes in women’s health and wellness using Acupuncture, Craniosacral therapy, nutrition, and a holistic approach to addressing the cause of dis-ease. She is the author of the book A Naturopathic Doctor's Guide to Wellness for Immune Support and The Anti-infl ammation Diet for Dummies available on Amazon.
Cathy Snyder, MS, CNS Naturopathic Family Medicine and Nutrition Center, LLC
Trumbull, CT 203.371.1021 offi ce@drnataliecolicci.com drnataliecolicci.com/ At NFMNC, our individualized, whole body approach sets us apart. With a foundation that prioritizes nutrition and mind-body connection, our team of providers collaborates, pooling our years of clinical experience to focus on your wellbeing. Give us a call to see how our team can support your health goals.
10BEST Yoga/Pilates/Barre Studio
Be Yoga
Avon, CT • 860.930.1311 kristin@beyogainavon.com beyogainavon.com
Be.Yoga is a welcoming, joyful space with teachers who love sharing Yoga of varying styles & levels. Each January, Kristin Cork leads a customized 100 Hr Yoga Immersion “Be.Within” & a 200 hr YTT “Teaching from Within”. Love travel? Join our International Yoga Retreats offered 3 times a year!
Bloom Yoga
Southington, CT 860.620.4530 bloomyogafi tness.com
Alan Franzi, MS, C-IAYT, PAS Creative Edge Yoga, LLC
Guilford, CT • 203.488.1700 alan@creativeedgeyoga.com creativeedgeyoga.com
Hartford Sweat
Hartford, CT 860.461.0910 tory@hartfordsweat.net" hartfordsweat.net Change your life or fi nd a home to develop your practice! Hartford Sweat is consistently rated best in Hartford with over 40 classes 7 days a week for all levels including Bikram, Power, Yin, Restorative, Yoga Sculpt, Barre, and Zumba. Easy access in downtown Hartford for local and nearby residents.
LAM Yoga
Hurley Business Park New Hartford, CT 860.978.1657 jen@lamyoga.com lamyoga.com
Sanctuary Power Yoga
Torrington, CT 860.496.1500 sanctuarypoweryoga.com
Starr Mill Yoga
Middletown, CT 860.740.4939 starrmillyoga.com
Sacred Rivers Yoga
East Hartford, CT 860.657.9545 sacredriversyoga.com Paula Scopino, E-RYT 500 hour, C-IAYT, CT Licensed LMT, YACEP is the Owner/Director of Sacred Rivers Yoga and Allied Health Therapies and ‘Sacred Rivers Yoga for Every Body’, a Yoga Alliance 200 and 500 Hour Registered School, as well as a member of IAYT (International Association of Yoga Therapy.)
Ten Summit Yoga
East Hampton, CT 860.262.0248 tensummityoga.com
West Hartford Yoga
West Hartford, CT 860.953.9642 westhartfordyoga.com
Dana Mascalo, CFP® , RLP®, AAMS®, C(k)P®
Dana R. Mascalo is a Registered Life Planner® and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM practitioner with a holistic approach. Financial Life Planners help their clients discover and articulate their most essential goals in life and work with them to cultivate the fi nancial conditions necessary to live the life of their dreams.
1. Why are you passionate about your specialty?
The connection with clients and ability to make a difference in their life is part of my inspirational fi re. After many years in the fi nancial planning industry, I chose to pursue the Registered Life Planner (RLP®) designation from George Kinder – the father of the life planning movement where fi nancial advising changes lives. This is where the magic happened. By combining life planning with traditional fi nancial planning and investment advice, I’m able to connect with clients on a deeper level and inspire them to identify and pursue their dreams. Once we fi nd and light their fi re, their fi nancial resources can be aligned with what is most important and fulfi lling in their life.
2. What sets you apart from other practitioners in the holistic fi eld?
There aren’t very many life planners who are also fi nancial advisors. There are also not many fi nancial advisors that approach fi nancial planning the way a Registered Life Planner® does. The combination of the two offers clients something unique and powerful.
3. What types of services do you offer?
Our team at TrinityPoint Wealth, an independent, registered investment advisory fi rm, provides customized fi nancial solutions and planning for individuals, families, retirement plans and institutions. We are fi duciaries, fi rst and foremost. Everything is customized based on the needs of each individual or client. We advise on retirement, investments, estate planning, social security planning, charitable giving, and more. We also craft retirement plans for companies and small businesses.
4. What can clients expect from working with you?
A customized experience and an opportunity to connect with a fi nancial partner on a deeper, more meaningful level.
5. What do you like the most about being a part of Natural Nutmeg?
I’m so grateful to be a part of our inspiring and supportive holistic community. It warms my heart to see so many practitioners doing amazing work for others – each in their own special way.
Dana Mascalo CFP®, RLP®, AAMS®, C(k)P® Managing Partner, TrinityPoint Wealth, Milford, CT 203.693.8521 • trinitypointwealth.com
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Insight Counseling, LLC Dr. Veena Verma-Dzik, ND
Insight Counseling, LLC is a group of highly dedicated and passionate physicians, therapists and counselors who serve patients with care and are highly effective and responsive.
We successfully treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, substance abuse, and all other emotional challenges. We have an outstanding Naturopathic Physician on our team who works in collaboration with our therapists and physicians to treat mental health disorders, along with Lyme and co-infections, allergies, women’s health, ADHD, autism, gastrointestinal conditions, pain and more.
1. Why are you passionate about your specialty?
It has always been a focus of mine to fi nd out the true cause of a patient’s health concern. In order to do this, all it takes is time to compassionately listen to what is going on with a person, how they are feeling, what their needs are, and how and when everything began for them. Illnesses do not happen overnight. They develop after some time from either an unknown pre-existing condition or a traumatic experience. I personally have lived through a time when I was suffering from anxiety, depression and GI issues. One symptom was always treated separate from the other. No one ever pulled the pieces together, related them to each other, or asked me what was going on in my life that was causing me these ailments. It was up to me to get myself back to health. I took a step back and evaluated all that was going on for me environmentally, with my diet, and hormonally, and was able to make the changes necessary to re-establish my health. It is through my own personal learning experiences that I am able to help others get better. This is my passion; fi nding out why people are experiencing pain and other symptoms, knowing that everything they are experiencing is all connected. People need to know that they are being heard and supported and have someone on their side to help them get their lives back.
2. Tell us about the best memory you have about being a holistic practitioner.
As a physician, I am so fortunate to have many memories and continue to make memories of the joy and relief my patients experience after seeing me. Their smiles truly fi ll my heart. All I ever wanted to do was help others and bring joy back into their lives and I have been successfully able to do so.
3. What plans do you have for the future for your practice?
In the future, I plan on continuing what I am doing by being a support system for my patients, getting them through some of their most diffi cult times in life and helping them regain their health and lives.
4. What do you like the most about being a part of
Natural Nutmeg?
I love being a part of Natural Nutmeg, sharing my knowledge with the community and educating people on how they can embrace their health and have happy, fulfi lling lives.
Insight Counseling, LLC, Dr. Veena Verma-Dzik, ND Ridgefi eld, CT • 203.431.9726 insightcounselingllc.com
Dr. Mark Breiner, DDS, treats patients for a myriad of dental concerns including Aesthetics, Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Sleep Breathing Disorders, Mercury Toxicity, hidden infections from Cavitations, dead teeth and root canals.
1. Why are you passionate about your specialty?
I am passionate about what I do because of the considerable improvement in my patient’s health that I see when using a whole-body paradigm approach to patient care.
2. What sets you apart from other practitioners in the holistic dental fi eld?
Recognizing the physical and energetic relationship of the mouth to the rest of the body and how to incorporate this into patient care. Addressing problems in the mouth and all its related structures are central to achieving optimal health and should be part of every holistic practitioner’s treatment plan.
3. What can patients expect from working with you?
Using a combination of conventional and nonconventional dentistry along with an energetic paradigm, testing, and treatment, patients can expect to see an improvement in overall wellbeing.
4. Do you have any new therapies?
I am excited to have trained in Biomagnetic Pair Therapy. Like many modern medical discoveries and technologies, the space program was the genesis of Biomagnetism. Biomagnetism helps to restore the body’s homeostasis so that the body can begin to heal itself. Another new technology now offered in our practice is a wearable and treatable FDA Class II cleared device for pain. This amazing technology not only provides microcurrent frequencies for pain but provides frequencies of well-being and balance. You can experience both of these unique services at either our dental or medical divisions.
Mark A. Breiner, DDS, FAGD, FIAOMT • Fairfi eld, CT 203.371.0300 ext.1 • WholeBodyDentistry.com
Dr. Michelle Pouliot, ND
Dr. Pouliot has been in practice for 29 years. Therapies often involve botanical medicines, vitamins, minerals, diet and lifestyle strategies. She provides annual physicals gynecological care. Her specialties include cardiovascular, digestive, endocrine and gynecological/hormones/sexual health, as well as autoimmune conditions.
1. Why are you passionate about your specialty?
I am dedicated to empowering my patients to achieve the good health and vitality they are seeking to live the life they want. Though my specialties include cardiology concerns, digestive issues such as IBS and SIBO, gynecology, hormone balancing, and sexual health; I’ve worked with many patients, women and men, with other health conditions. Patients may have the same diagnosis, but 29 years of experience has taught me, the journey to health is unique to each individual.
2. What sets you apart from other practitioners in the holistic fi eld?
I’ve designed my solo practice so I always have an hour available for each patient visit and take the time to review their chart before I see them. I schedule open time every offi ce day to be available for phone calls. I often request past medical records and spend hours of out of offi ce time researching, coordinating with their other physicians, ordering appropriate labs and tests and creating individual achievable treatment plans. Patients always get copies of their reports which we review. Thankfully, my patients want to be informed and involved, which I believe, is self-empowering and therapeutic.
3. Tell us about the best memory you have about being a holistic practitioner.
The most fulfi lling moments with my patients occur when we’ve discovered a cause for their health challenge, and together we create a plan that inspires hope and move them towards healing.
Dr. Michelle J Pouliot, ND New Hartford Naturopathic Health Center, LLC New Hartford, CT • 860.238.7983 • drpouliot.com
The Center for Holistic Healthcare
The Center for Holistic Healthcare strives to provide the most effective and patient-centered integrative and functional medicine experience for patients. Started by Alina Schneider, a nurse practitioner with several years of training with local naturopaths, the practice has quickly grown to include another nurse practitioner, Meghan Chafee, as well as a business manager and health coach, Sara Miller and our team of nurses. Alina, Meghan, and the team work together to uncover the root causes of illness and seek to address mind, body, and psyche in a patient’s path to health and wellness.
1. Why are you passionate about your specialty?
Alina and fellow nurse practitioner Meghan Chafee recognize that each individual is unique. Utilizing a combination of conventional, integrative, and natural therapies including supplements and herbal remedies, Alina and her team aim to serve the entire person. Whether it be menopausal complaints, struggles with depression or anxiety, or concerns with Lyme disease, the team of nurse practitioners and nurses are dedicated to empowering patients on their path to health and wellness. Indeed, this mind-body-spirit philosophy is what drew Alina and Meghan to the fi eld of nursing in the fi rst place. “The nursing tradition has always recognized that health is not simply the absence of disease, but rather a complex interplay between several factors in our lives, whether it’s the foods we eat, or our social supports, or our underlying physiology,” says Meghan. “If we only focus on treating a patient’s symptoms, without recognizing the whole person behind the symptoms, we may end up doing more harm than good."
2. What sets you apart from other practitioners in the holistic fi eld?
In addition to offering traditional primary care services for patients of all ages such as annual physical exams and sick visits, the Center for Holistic Healthcare provides innovative services such as IV vitamin therapy, bio-identical hormone therapy, micro-needling, and platelet-rich plasma procedures, including the celebrity favorite, the Vampire Facial. Alina has a special interest in integrative mental health practices, while Meghan’s interests include women’s health. The Center for Holistic Healthcare also provides ketamine and Spravato treatments for patients struggling with treatment-resistant depression and other mental health concerns.
3. Tell us about the best memory you have about being a holistic practitioner.
Starting my own business and opening in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic brought with it a certain degree of trepidation. However, despite that, or perhaps because if it, the practice grew quickly enough that by October when Meghan joined me, we were able to bring on additional nursing staff, as well as partner with other local business to offer our services!
4. What plans do you have for the future for your practice ?
New ventures include offering vitamin shots, peptides and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments in partnership with local salons. As always, we continue to research new and innovative methods to offer our patients the most effective ways to achieve physical and emotional health. We are hoping to open a second location in 2021!
Alina Schneider, APRN Center for Holistic Healthcare Glastonbury, CT • alina@ctrforholistichealthcare 860.430.5300 • ctrforholistichealthcare.com
Connecticut Family Acupuncture
Specializing in chronic pain and other infl ammatory conditions. Most insurances accepted. Highly-trained and experienced acupuncturists licensed by the CT Department of Public Health.
1. Why are you passionate about your specialty?
Being in practice for over 13 years, we’ve just seen so many people have such amazing, almost miraculous results with acupuncture. We all got into this fi eld out of a desire to help people achieve better health and wellbeing naturally, and it’s just so rewarding to be able to do this for a living!
2. What sets you apart from other practitioners in the holistic fi eld?
We are leaders in working with our patients’ insurance to get them the highest degree of coverage possible. We pride ourselves on our ability to “cross the aisle” and work with the conventional medical community collaboratively in the best interest of our patients.
3. Tell us about the best memory you have about being a holistic practitioner.
There are hundreds of patient success stories that always bring us a great deal of joy and gratitude. Looking back to the days leading up to my acupuncture license arriving from the CT Department of Public Health, all that excitement and anticipation to get started on this career after 4 years of grad school was a pretty magical time!
4. What do you like the most about being a part of
Natural Nutmeg?
Natural Nutmeg is an incredibly valuable resource for our community. There is so much interest in natural and holistic medicine, but people don’t know where to turn for reputable information, products or services. Natural Nutmeg offers these “seekers” an honest, trustworthy information source to help them get a foot in the door of exploring holistic care.
Connecticut Family Acupuncture Glastonbury & Coventry, CT 860.633.6022 • CTfamilyacupuncture.com
Collaborative Natural Health Partners (CNHP) is a new model of healthcare combining primary care with integrative medicine to offer a “best of both worlds” approach. Our physicians use functional medicine and other natural modalities to help nurture wellness and prevention for all ages.
1. What sets CNHP apart from other practices in the holistic fi eld?
Patients at our practice don’t just have a doctor, they have a team. We have physicians who have come together from around the country working together daily to optimize their patients’ health. We are committed to helping our patients thrive and become empowered with their health. Our teamwork translates into more resources for our patients; easy access to their doctor through our online portal, classes from cooking to managing Lyme disease, easy access to therapies like community acupuncture, IV nutrients, and vitamin shots as well as compounded medications like LDN and bioidentical hormones, discounted specialty testing and connections to our local hospital and specialists that allow our physicians to advocate for their patients in a profound and unique way.
2. Tell us about the best memory you have about being holistic practitioners.
Sharing the joys and sorrows of life with our patients has been a beautiful piece of being their physicians. The therapeutic bond truly goes both ways. During the beginning of the pandemic our patients brought us food, masks, and notes of gratitude. Restaurants sent over meals. Our team was overwhelmed by the support and so full of gratitude during a time where we were all stressed and a bit scared.
3. What do you like the most about being a part of Natural Nutmeg?
Our mission is to serve and support our community through excellence in care and education. Natural Nutmeg has been a wonderful way to stay connected to our patient base and help support those community members unable or not ready to be connected with us.
Collaborative Natural Health Partners Manchester, West Hartford, Stonington, CT 860.533.0179 • ctnaturalhealth.com
PROHealth Chiropractic Center Dr. Jason Sousa, DC
Dr. Jason Sousa and his amazing team have a special focus on spinal correction to help gain and sustain your health. Dr. Sousa has been part of the USA Olympic Wellness Advisory Council and is certifi ed through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association to provide specifi c chiropractic care for both children and pregnant women.
1. Why are you passionate about your specialty?
The PROHealth Team is passionate about the chiropractic care we deliver because we’re able to help hundreds of people each week regain one of their greatest assets, their health. It’s our clinical expertise, training, techniques, and passion to help people that people notice the moment they walk into our door.
2. What sets you apart from other practitioners in the holistic fi eld?
If you’re looking for an amazing experience from the time you open our doors and throughout care, look no further. Our offi ce is family oriented, high energy, positive, motivating, and supportive in helping you reach your health care goals.
3. Tell us about the best memory you have about being a holistic practitioner.
One of the greatest blessings I have had as a chiropractor was being able to check and adjust my son Luca hours after birth and seeing him grow into a healthy, amazing kid.
4. What do you like the most about being a part of Natural Nutmeg?
The thing I like most about being part of Natural Nutmeg is that it has pulled a variety of holistic practitioners together to help serve the wellbeing of the community.
PROHealth Chiropractic Center, South Windsor, CT 860.432.7432 • PROHealthCT@gmail.com prohealthchiropracticcenter.com
CT Thermography specializes in Medical Thermal Imaging also known as Thermography. Breast Thermography is a compression and radiation-free screening tool that’s used to monitor breast health to detect physiological changes that may be early warning signs of a disease process. CT Thermography’s focus is on providing the highest quality thermal imaging and individualized care for our clients. As a Certifi ed Thermographic technician, I help empower women to take a proactive approach following their thermography screening for optimal breast health.
1. Why are you passionate about your specialty?
I am passionate about informing women that Breast Thermography exists! I became a Certifi ed Thermographic technician because I’ve had girlfriends diagnosed with cancer in their 30’s after fi nding a breast lump. Unfortunately, there isn’t a routine breast screening that is advised for women under age 40. There are also women who have inconclusive mammograms or dense breast tissue where mammography is known to be less effective. In my opinion Breast Thermography can help fi ll the void for younger women and can also provide valuable information pertaining to one’s breast health, at any age.
2. What sets you apart from other businesses in the holistic fi eld?
What sets CT Thermography apart is our high-quality imaging. The value thermal imaging brings to our clients and referring practitioners is a visual record of infl ammation or excessive heat in the body which helps to pinpoint areas of concern. Everyone has a unique thermal “fi ngerprint”. When these images are monitored over time, we can accurately see recent changes to those thermal patterns refl ective of a physiological process. By adding full body thermography to your health practice, you can help take the guesswork out of diagnostics.
3. Tell us about the best memory you have about being a holistic practitioner.
One memory that stands out is my fi rst client that was diagnosed with stage II breast cancer following a baseline thermogram and biopsy, just 2 weeks after having her annual mammogram. As she states, “Breast thermography saved my life by fi nding something mammography did not.” Knowing the value of Breast Thermography, I am reminded of this memory each time a client walks into my offi ce.
4. What plans do you have for the future for your practice?
CT Thermography is a relatively new and growing practice. In addition to our main center located in Farmington, we recently opened a satellite offi ce in Glastonbury. In the future, we look forward to opening more offi ces throughout Connecticut, as more women are searching out Breast Thermography because of its many benefi ts.
5. What do you like the most about being a part of Natural Nutmeg?
We are proud to be a part of Natural Nutmeg and the ever-growing community of like-minded holistic health practitioners. As a publication, Natural Nutmeg is an incredible resource for those looking for reputable businesses, services and practitioners alike. Combined with informational packed editorials and Diane’s Podcasts you have a wealth of knowledge at your fi ngertips and we are thrilled to take part in that!
April Beaman, RDH, CTT founder and Certifi ed Thermographic technician of CT Thermography Farmington & Glastonbury, CT 860.415.1150 • ctthermography.com
The Spa at Litchfi eld Hills offers massage, manicure, pedicure, skincare and stress reduction.
1. What are your favorite treatments?
Our favorite treatments at The Spa this winter for stress reduction and immune prevention are lava or cryo shell massages, manicures, and pedicures. These hot and cold therapy services are the perfect treatment to relax and also help boost your immune system, especially during the winter months. We can all use a health and healing boost with cold and fl u season just around the corner.
2. Tell us about some of the treatments?
During the cryo shell massage, we use hot lava shells or cold glacial shells to massage the muscles which instantly soothe aches and pains. The shells are crafted with real seashells and porcelain to glide smoothly over the skin during the massage. These special shells with the combined massage techniques stimulate the muscles and skin allowing them to reap some incredible health benefi ts. The benefi ts of cryotherapy treatments include increasing circulation, reducing infl ammation, and boosting collagen production which ultimately improves elasticity in the skin. The lava shells have impressive health benefi ts too. These include relaxing sore muscles, reducing swelling, and promoting skin regeneration by transferring calcium ions directly from the heated shells to your skin.
3. Why should readers visit The Spa?
These treatments and taking care of your body in general are cumulative, so you will see and feel results with each treatment leading to a healthier immune system and a happier mind. Spa treatments are not just about the physical service, but also giving yourself a short time to truly relax and be at ease. Even if you’re not able to make it to The Spa, it’s important to treat yourself at home in some kind of way. For hot and cold therapy treatments at home, we love wrapping a hot towel or heat wrap around sore muscles, or laying with a frozen migraine mask for a few minutes. Shop our boutique for some at-home self-care products and treatments! We’re so excited to be offering these amazing hot and cold therapy treatments with the shells at The Spa since they’re such a great tool for skincare, bodywork, and stress reduction. We hope you all love them too! We want to thank you for nominating us as winners in Natural Nutmeg’s 10BEST 2020 Reader Nominated Awards for Massage Therapy/Bodywork and Esthetician/Holistic Spa. We’re so grateful for your support!
The Spa at Litchfi eld Hills, Litchfi eld, CT 860.567.8575 • litchfi eld-spa.com
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