“I feel so privileged to be in the position, for the rest of my life, to help others. The best part of my job is being able to help people truly heal. Most people, to some degree, are in some level of pain, whether it be physical, mental, or emotional. My goal as a provider is not only to treat symptoms, but more importantly to treat the root causes of those symptoms to help people truly be well and live vibrantly. That’s what wellness is, and that’s what I love to help others achieve.”

When Melinda is not treating patients, you will most likely find her in the ocean with her family on the Seacoast of NH. Melinda is an avid surfer (yes, even during the New England winters!), certified yoga teacher, and lifelong athlete. She possesses an innate appreciation of the importance of developing and maintaining a strong and healthy body and mind.

As a licensed Acupuncturist, Melinda blends the best of both eastern and western medicine. In addition to her education and clinical experience, Melinda spent over a decade training doctors in medical devices and robotic surgical technology. As a result, she has an excellent foundation and appreciation for western medicine, while recognizing the importance of comprehensive, integrative care for patients. Compelled by helping others, she made the decision to leave her career and become a healthcare provider herself. Melinda chose the field of Acupuncture because it gives her the unique opportunity to provide personalized, holistic, patient-centered care.

Melinda Ferreira is a nationally board-certified Diplomate of Acupuncture, and is licensed to practice in the state of NH. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Masters Degree in Acupuncture from the New England School of Acupuncture at MCPHS University. During her 3 years of training, she completed clinical internships at Massachusetts General Hospital, the US Department of Veterans Affairs, Cambridge Health Alliance, MCPHS University, and Element Care Senior Clinic. She is currently completing her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine.

Health is more than just the absence of disease.

At Elaia Integrative Healthcare, we treat everyone as a whole being, not just as a diagnosis' or a symptom. To obtain true health you must address the structural, chemical, and spiritual aspects of a person. Finding the root cause will eliminate the branches of patterns that manifest.

We will closely look at all aspects of your life in order to help you achieve your highest state of health.

Carine Camara is the founder of CARRINNA. A lifestyle brand whose mission is to help women celebrate aging through beauty, style, and wellness. As an acupuncturist, Carine helps with the rejuvenation of the face with facial acupuncture. An ancient tradition to reduce fine lines and wrinkles for a natural facelift. These treatments not only help you gracefully age but help your underlying health conditions and relax the body from stress. As a healer and acupuncturist for over 12 years, she has experience to treat health issues ranging from women’s health, pregnancy, and migraines to digestive, immune & emotional distress. As a lifestyle expert, Carine applies energetic & spiritual principles to practice science providing a truly holistic experience.

Over a 30 year period, Dr. Jeff McConnell has developed an approach to healing that blends both Western and Eastern views of the structure and function of the body and mind. His teaching experience has provided him with a greater understanding of our amazing bio-electric body to more effectively treat his patients and to educate them on how they can assist him and their body into achieving and maintaining a high level of health and performance.
- Board Certified Acupuncture Physician (AP2231)
- Licensed Massage Therapist (MA9200)
- Adjunct Faculty at Everglades University in their Alternative Medicine Program
- Approved Continuing Education Provider by Florida Boards of Nursing and
Massage Therapy (CE Broker Number: 50-10126)
- Air Force veteran

Specializing in trigger point acupuncture