Practitioner Directory
| Welcome our new Practitioner Directory, introducing one-on-one consultations, workshops and retreats offered exclusively by Open Center teachers, practitioners and alumni. Take out an ad. | |
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| COACHING | |
| DONNA LEBLANC, M.ED, NYMHC Life, Family and Executive Coach Outrageous Manifestation Classes Tel: 212-799-8770 www.donnaleblanc.com To accelerate your life and put you on the fast track to ultimate success, renowned author and psychotherapist Donna LeBlanc, is conducting Outrageous Manifestation courses. In a small group setting, we do powerful visioning processes to make your dreams reality, now. “Donna’s short and simple formula for attracting anything your heart desires will work for anyone that follows it. Her class is THE missing link between other Law of Attraction books and “The Secret.” She will teach you how to put thought into action, how to become a living magnet; to attract into your life people, situations, and circumstances that are in harmony with your dominant thoughts. Whatever you dwell on in the conscious grows in your experience. I highly recommend her principles in your life to achieve mega success!” Susan Hartley, CTFA- NYC.
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| JOHANNA SCHWARZBECK The Lotus Healing Center Tel: 917-881-7554 lotushealingcenter@gmail.com www.lotushealingcenter.com Johanna Schwarzbeck, is the founder of The Lotus Healing Center for Integrated Health. Since 1997, she has studied Life-Style coaching, Shiatsu-Bodywork, Swedish-Massage Therapy, Energy-Healing-Reiki, Yoga and Zen-Meditation Principals. Johanna combines these disciplines to benefit and guide individuals toward integrating body, mind and spirit to achieve a positive approach to living and to translate ‘good intentions’ into healthful choices. She is also a teacher/artist, and is available for private sessions in NYC and New Paltz, NY.
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| COUNSELING AND THERAPY | |
| R’ RENE DAVID ALKALAY, PH.D., N.D., RYT Founder, The Genesis Society and Tree of Life Yoga Tel: 718-544-5997 www.Genesissociety.org www.treeoflifeyoga.net Being stuck expresses itself emotionally, psychologically and physically in our lives. Health is a mind-body process and Dr. Rene will help you get un-stuck and back in the flow of living. Dr. Rene is an experienced and skilled therapeutic counselor, teacher, and healer. Trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, systems and family therapy, Mind-Body medicine, and the Skilled Helper Model, a problem-management approach. Dr. Rene is an internationally recognized speaker and teacher, author of several books on wellness and a contributing writer to several publications.
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| GARY BROWN, LCSW-R, LP Jungian Analyst and Psychotherapist Individual and Group Therapy Tel: 212.874.6095 Dreams and embodied imagery are important means to move forward and enhance our lives. I follow the imaginal way discovered by Dr. Carl Jung to open to the depth hidden in the confusion of our everyday feelings and events.
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| BRIDGIT DENGEL GASPARD, LCSW Co-Founder, The New York Voice Dialogue Institute Tel: 718.522.4009 nyvoicedialogue@yahoo.com www.newyorkvoicedialogueinstitute.org Bridgit Dengel Gaspard is a skilled psychotherapist and practitioner of Voice Dialogue, an energizing Jungian-based approach that works directly with the deepest parts of yourself, connects to your innate creativity, and speeds up your process as you get un-stuck and start flowing. She also has intensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, whose focus is on the healing power of mindfulness. She is a contributing writer on Health/Wellness issues for More.com. Contact Bridgit for your free phone consultation.
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| DASSIE HOFFMAN, PH.D., LCAT, BC/DMT Voice Dialogue/Creative Arts Therapist Tel: 212-956-0432 dassieh@aol.com www.drdassiehoffman.com www.newyorkvoicedialogue.org Do you feel stuck in areas of your life such as relationships or your career? What holds you back? The Voice Dialogue approach lets you tap into the latent wisdom of your Selves. With over 20 yrs. experience, I’ve been providing psychotherapy using this effective and unique technique, and also offering extensive training for psychotherapists and coaches. I am available to work directly with you to overcome your challenges and help you achieve a more satisfying life. Individually or in group classes, I can help you with your personal concerns. Experience how Voice Dialogue works, and how it can make you feel better NOW. Mention this ad for a FREE Voice Dialogue session when you call me.
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| ENERGY HEALING | |
| JANE BURKE Natural Energy Healing “Embody & Express the uniqueness of your true being.” Tel: 212-209-6999 (NYC) / 516-317-0387 (LI) JaneMBurke@yahoo.com www.NaturalEnergyHealing.com Jane is an International Intuitive Energy Healer. Available for private sessions, remote or in person in NYC and Long Island. She is a Brennan Healing Science Practitioner and offers Quantum Healing, Cellular Re-creation, Soul Retrieval, Emotion/Trauma Release, Conscious Parenting. Workshops. Wedding Ceremonies.
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| DEBORAH FLANAGAN “Balance Equals True Health” Tel: 646-326-1115 df@deborahflanagan.com www.deborahflanagan.com Deborah became a Reiki Master and reflexologist because she wanted to support individuals in their healing, employing her personal philosophy of “balance equals true health.” She’s always enjoyed sharing things she’s passionate about with others, and her warm personality encourages clients to feel comfortable and at ease. Deborah has a private practice in Soho and works with patients at NYU Medical Center.
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| SARAH LIDSEY Lifeforce Healing The Restoration of Life Force and Natural Balance through Hands-On Healing Tel: 917-981-0442 slidsey@aol.com www.livinglifeforce.com Sarah is a skilled, experienced metaphysical energy field healer. She is a Brennan Healing Science practitioner and also offers VortexHealing® Divine Energy healing, Quantum healing, and Neurofeedback with Neuroptimal™. Using these modalities and her own, LifeForce Healing, Sarah helps you to create what you want in your life, regain your peak health and natural balance, and support you in your healing journey towards greater freedom of body, mind and spirit. Sarah lives in Manhattan, and is available to see clients by appointment in person or by telephone.
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| PETER ROTH Intuitive Counselor/Healer & Human Design Analyst Tel: 212-222-7748 peter@heartriver.org www.heartriver.org Peter Roth is the founder of the Heart River Center for Intuitive Healing. He is also a teacher/analyst of the Human Design System which is based on birth data and uses the Chinese I’Ching and chakras to know the map of one’s personality. Peter has been teaching about intuition, healing and chakras for many years and is featured in the book Healing Spirits, True Stories From 14 spiritual Healers. He has a weekly radio show “Energy Stew” at progressiveradionetwork.com.
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| FRANCESCA G. VITALE, RPP Psycho-Spiritual Transformation through Touch Polarity/CS Therapist; Shamanic Practitioner: Soul Retrieval, Past Life Tracking; Raindrop/VitaFlex/Neuro Auricular Therapist/Teacher Tel: 914-668-0807 theevitalforce@gmail.com www.TheeVitalforcefoundation.org “Energy Is The Foundation Of All Life” Francesca is an Intuitive Energy Healer who has trained and practiced for over a decade and is a registered Polarity/CS Therapist as well as a Shamanic Practitioner. The founder of “TheeVitalforcefoundation” in Westchester. She is a Practitioner in residence and is available for sessions at The New York Open Center with a private practice in Westchester, NY.
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| FENG SHUI | |
| R.D. CHIN Feng Shui Architect Tel: 212-695-2147 rdchinfengshui@verizon.net www.RDChin.com R.D. Chin, M.Arch. is a Feng Shui master and teacher, combining his professional background as an architect and interior designer. He provides life-changing inspirational design solutions for your home or work. His practical approach is to integrate the heart with the mind while creating your personal master plan for your apartment or office. He is the author of Feng Shui Revealed and available for residential, corporate and urban planning assignments.
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| ROSALIE PRINZIVALLI Instructor, Program Director: BTB Feng ShuiTM Masters Training Program Tel: 212-472-1247 rosaliep@BTBfengshui.org www.BTBfengshui.org Rosalie is a certified Feng Shui consultant, faculty and director of the BTB Feng Shui™ Masters Training Program and International Feng Shui Guild Board Chair. With an MBA and years of corporate management experience, she has the ability to explain complex concepts in understandable, practical terms. She offers private consultations for homes and businesses and is available to lecture. As a mentor within the BTB Feng Shui Masters Training, she is also able to offer affordable group or joint consultations with students, or to refer clients to their highly qualified graduates.
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| JUDITH WENDELL Integrative Interior Designer, Feng Shui Consultant, Space Clearer Tel: 212-410-1832 / Cell: 917-903-9390 judith@sacredcurrents.com www.sacredcurrents.com Since 1996, Judith has been explaining to her clients how their environments affect their life situations and then helping to improve them. ELLE Magazine said, “Business owners seeking a financial boost are among her most devoted clients…” Judith is called upon to help corporations, retailers, spas, restaurants and homeowners with everything from health and financial issues to improving business and personal relationships. She holds a three-year accredited degree from the BTB Feng Shui Masters Program. Her knowledge of Classical Flying Star and advanced Space Clearing Rituals inform all her consultations. Judith Wendell has also appeared in the NY Times, NY Magazine, Spa Business, Fuji Japanese TV, New York Post, Time Out, NY1 News, Conde Nast Traveler Magazine, Glamour, PBS, Real Estate Weekly and others. She is available for consultations on-site and by phone worldwide.
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| HEALTH AND NUTRITION | |
| JAZELL ANDUJAR Certified Lifestyle Wellness Coach, Hatha Yoga Instructor and Intuitive Reiki Practitioner Tel: 347-820-3078 jazell.andujar@gmail.com www.jazellandujar.com Jazell specializes in guiding individuals to reclaim a balance of the time and energy needed to improve ones health, by focusing you to define your goals and take the necessary steps towards a healthier life. Since 2003 she has studied nutrition, energy healing, breath work and yoga therapy which she combines to benefit the lives of her clientele in all three dimensions of their lives; mind, body and spirit. Available for private sessions in NYC, contact her for an initial consultation.
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| ANDREA BEAMAN, HHC, AADP Tel: 212-249-1428 AndreaBeaman@aol.com www.AndreaBeaman.com Andrea Beaman is a Natural Foods Chef and Holistic Health Counselor. She hosts the Award Nominated show, FED UP! and was a featured contestant on Bravo’s TOP CHEF. Andrea is the author of The Whole Truth, How I Naturally Reclaimed My Health and The Eating and Recipe Guide. She teaches fun cooking classes and health seminars emphasizing the connection between our food, the planet, and our overall health and vitality. She is also available for private health coaching.
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| VICTORIA MORAN, HHC, AADA Dine gently. Live wisely. Age exquisitely. Tel: 212-289-1808 / Cell: 646-734-6167 charmedlifelady@gmail.com www.victoriamoran.com If you’d like to make peace with food and your body once and for all…if your soul is nudging you toward a plant-based diet…if you want to live with beauty and vitality every decade of your life…partake of the wise & gentle counsel of Victoria Moran. A certified life and health coach, and a raw food educator, Victoria is the Oprah-featured author of Creating a Charmed Life, Fit from Within, Younger by the Day and The Love-Powered Diet. In-person (in Manhattan) and telephone consultation. Mention the NY Open Center for a $100 discount on an initial holistic health counseling session.
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| JEANNE RICKS Nu Day Nutritional Counseling Tel: 212-502-3579 jricks00@optonline.net http://tinyurl.com/cp6fvj When diet changes, everything changes—literally your cells, blood, tissues, organs & even your thoughts. Certified in Health Counseling through Columbia University’s Teacher’s College, NY, and as a Holistic Health Practitioner from the American Association of Drugless Practitioners; as well as training in Herbalism covering Traditional, Chinese, Ayurvedic & Native American traditions. Experience an increase in energy & vitality; Feel better in your body & achieve ideal weight; Enhance muscle tone, lose fat & inches; Maintain healthier skin, reduce signs of aging; Reset natural sleep rhythms; Increase Concentration & Mental Clarity.
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| HOMEOPATHY | |
| HENRY BARBEY Classical Homeopathy “Holistic Health for Body and Mind” Tel: 212-517-5460 info@newyorkhomeopathy.com www.NewYorkHomeopathy.com Homeopathy is a gentle and effective form of natural health care and healing. It addresses the whole person to stimulate health and vitality on all levels. Its application can be for a wide range of health concerns as well as spiritual unfoldment. Some of the more traditional health applications for homeopathy have been: respiratory conditions, skin problems, headaches, digestive issues, pain, fatigue, chronic stress, sleeping difficulties, environmental sensitivities, as well as many others. Contact Henry for a free consultation to discuss your health concerns and/or goals.
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| HYPNOSIS | |
| MELISSA TIERS, DCH, DAH The Center for Integrative Hypnosis mmtiers@aol.com www.melissatiers.com Melissa Tiers is the founder of The Center for Integrative Hypnosis with a private practice in New York City. She teaches classes in Integrative Hypnosis, In-Depth NLP, Energy Psychology, and Mental Health Coaching. Melissa is a published author and an adjunct faculty member of The Open Center, The Tri-State College of Acupuncture and The Nursing Continuum at Philips Beth Israel School of Nursing. Her approach combines clinical hypnosis, NLP, NHR and Energy Psychology to help you make changes on the conscious and unconscious level.
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| MYSTIC ARTS | |
| ELLEN GOLDBERG Master Palmist and Tarot Reader; Excellent Astrologer; Holistic Psychotherapist Tel: 212-924-5816 ellengoldberg@nyc.rr.com www.wisewomantherapist.com I am a psychotherapist and a mystic with over 35 years of counseling experience. I offer readings that are a synthesis of Palmistry, Astrology and Tarot. These miraculous tools for guidance allow you to move forward with your life, find your path, experience increased clarity, understanding and fulfillment. In therapy, I offer a heartfelt healing partnership. I have been part of the faculty of the NY Open Center for 25 years.
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| MARIA RODRIGUEZ, D.D. Self-Healing Ministry Tel: 917-328-0282 Selfhealing1@gmail.com I am an Interfaith Minister, counselor and healer performing ritual and marriage ceremonies. Specializing in spiritual astrology and tarot reading combined with my healing practice, I can offer you guidance with your relationships, work, and life, leading to a more positive outlook and well-being. I am available for private consultation, events, and teaching workshops. I have worked at the New York Open Center for over 17 years as the manager of Enrollment & Professional Programs.
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| PHYSICAL THERAPY | |
| SCOTT VAN NIEKERK, PT Wholistic Physical Therapy Myofascial Release Treatment Center Tel: 646-205-9180 scottvan@wholisticphysicaltherapy.com www.wholisticphysicaltherapy.com www.midtownMFR.com Wholistic Physical Therapy is a Myofascial Release Treatment center with 2 locations, midtown Manhattan and Brewster, NY. Scott and his team of Physical Therapists are all specialty trained in an advanced form of bodywork called Myofascial Release. This focuses on restoring balance and alignment to the body through treatment of the body’s whole fascial system (the connective tissue). Pain, stiffness and energy blockages can be caused by imbalances and tightness in the fascia. Holistic treatment of the whole body restores normal tension by taking pressure off pain sensitive structures, allowing greater freedom of movement and improved energy. We help our patients feel GREAT again and teach them how to treat themselves.
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| RELATIONSHIPS AND SACRED SEXUALITY | |
| STEVE & LOKITA CARTER Institute for Ecstatic Living Tel. in US: 877-982-6872 Tel. outside US: 707-987-3456 www.ecstaticliving.com Transformative Tantra seminars and vacation retreats for couples and singles since 1999. Steve and Lokita Carter are the principal lineage holders of Margot Anand and represent SkyDancing Tantra in the US.
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| YOGA | |
| JUNETTE RODRIQUEZ Certified Yoga Instructor and Reiki Practitioner Tel: 718-413-8839 jr816spirit@hotmail.com Junette is Certified in Pre-natal, Hatha, Restorative, Lakshmi Voelker Chair and Prana yoga. Her 13 years experience includes teaching at places such as Hospitals, where she has taught yoga to Cancer survivors, Juvenile Detention Facilities, Seniors Centers, New York Public Schools and Ayurvedic Medical Spas. Available for private and group sessions in the Tri- State area.
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