Tessa Olson, Ma.O.M., L.Ac., Dipl. Ac. practices acupuncture in Columbus, Ohio.

My first experience with acupuncture came in 2002. My dog, Milo, was struggling with arthritis in his legs, so I took him to my vet for treatment. The results for my 110 pound dog were amazing; Milo ran around like a puppy and was able to get in the car again by himself. I had developed an interest in natural health while living in Eugene, Oregon for 6 years, but wasn’t exactly sure what I wanted to do. After seeing the results for Milo, acupuncture became my interest and passion.

Tessa received a master’s degree with honors in Oriental Medicine -- specializing in acupuncture and Chinese herbs -- from Northwestern Health Sciences University in Minneapolis, MN. She is board certified in acupuncture by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and licensed by the State Medical Board of Ohio. Her prior experience includes work at Abbott Hospital in Minneapolis with an Integrated Therapy Team – including reflexologists, music therapists, massage therapists, and aromatherapists. At Abbott Hospital, Tessa treated patients recovering from orthopedic surgery and also helped prepare patients for surgery. While at the Courage Center in Minneapolis, she treated patients recovering from stroke or paralysis. Tessa also worked at the Edith Davis Clinic in Bloomington, MN.

Tessa feels like we live in a society that is too fast-paced and stressful; acupuncture and Chinese medicine helps us to slow down, pause, heal, and reset ourselves. She is drawn to Chinese medicine because it provides individualized medicine based on the unique needs of a person. This is an important part of a lifestyle approach to whole body healing and wellness.

Education

University of Oregon. BA in Sociology and Special Education
Northwestern Health Sciences University. Master's in Oriental Medicine.

Continuing Education

Great River Symposium, 2011. Minneapolis, MN.
Great River Symposium, 2012. Minneapolis, MN.
Great River Symposium, 2013. Minneapolis, MN.
Great River Symposium, 2014. Minneapolis, MN.

Harmony Wellness Center, owned by licensed acupuncturist Christina Prieto, is a TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) practice serving Winter Park, Orlando, Maitland, and surrounding communities. Founded in 2005, Harmony Wellness Center was born from Christina’s deep commitment to holistic healing. With a B.S. in Professional Health Studies and an M.S. in Oriental Medicine (cum laude), and enriched by extensive additional training during her externship in China, Christina provides acupuncture, Chinese and Western herbs, nutritional therapy, cupping, moxibustion, auricular/ear-seed work, acupoint injection therapy, and Meridian Balancing.

At Harmony Wellness Center, you’ll find a warm sanctuary designed for healing where every visit receives her personal attention and continuous guidance.

Comprehensive, Personalized Treatments
The acupuncture clinic offers a wide spectrum of therapies, including:

• Traditional Acupuncture
• Auricular Acupuncture (ear seeds)
• Fire Cupping
• Gua Sha
• Chinese and Western herbs, nutritional therapy & supplementation
• Acupoint Injection Therapy

Whether you’re seeking relief from chronic pain, wanting to reduce reliance on pharmaceuticals, or looking for support with women’s health or fertility, Harmony Wellness aims to treat the whole person. As Christina explains, her goal is to “activate the natural, self-healing abilities of your body to bring balance and prevent future illness and disease.”

Proven Results: Real People, Real Transformations
Patient testimonials reflect a broad range of successes. Below are some highlights:

• Couples came to Harmony hoping to conceive, and were successful after only a month of treatment. Harmony Wellness Center
• One woman shared that after three months of care she avoided an invasive hysterectomy, migraine headaches and chronic allergies cleared, she lost weight, and regained her self-confidence. Harmony Wellness Center
• Others described dramatic relief from severe back pain or chronic migraines, sometimes after years of suffering with no success from conventional medicine and praised the Center for delivering “completely drug-free” healing.
• Many also note Christina’s compassion, deep listening, and ability to craft individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s history, lifestyle, and well-being goals.

Why Choose Harmony Wellness Center?

• A highly qualified, deeply experienced practitioner with over a decade of formal education + internship training in China.
• A broad scope of integrative, holistic services, not just needles, but herbs, nutrition, cupping, moxibustion, and lifestyle guidance.
• A patient-centered approach that addresses root causes of imbalance, not just symptoms.
• A proven track record of helping clients with fertility, pain, stress, chronic conditions, and more often when other treatments have failed.
• A warm, welcoming, and calm healing environment where patients feel heard, respected, and cared for on a physical and emotional level.

The Best Acupuncture Clinic in Milpitas.
We treat our patient as family members.
We treat any type of pain, joint problems, infertility, anxiety, face paralysis, skin problems, weight issues, ED etc.

Sandy Root, AP, L.Ac., MSTOM, a FL & NY State Licensed Acupuncturist, graduated from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in New York with her Master’s in Traditional Oriental Medicine in 2009.

Sandy had clinical experience practicing acupuncture at the Saint Vincent’s Hospital -HIV Clinic, the NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases – Initiative for Women with Disabilities, NYU Medical Center, and Pacific College Acupuncture Clinic, and now her own practice in Miami Beach, FL. She is also certified in Constitutional Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture.



Sandy loves to integrate the science, art, and wisdom of acupuncture into her practice. With her personal study of spiritual & consciousness practices, Sandy has the ability to facilitate and create a space where her patients are driven to empower themselves through the medicine. In the life-long learning this medicine allows, Sandy is excited to continually integrate new ideas into her practice, and generate a community where her patients can continue their path to self-awareness, in body and mind.

NorthEast Internal & Integrative Medicine combines traditional primary care with evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine therapies to promote wellness. Our acupuncturist, Monica L. Hilton, Dipl. O.M., L.Ac., offers acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, Chinese herbal medicine, and TCM nutrition to address your healthcare needs. Monica attended Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Los Angeles, California and completed their four year Master of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine program with honors. She is a nationally certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine by the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and is licensed to practice in the states of South Carolina and North Carolina. Monica provides treatments for various conditions including but not limited to acute and chronic pain, insomnia, night sweats, common cold, hot flashes, anxiety, depression, vision disorders, digestive issues, and stress.