Lisa Alvarez, MSOM, L.Ac

Acupuncture | Oriental Medicine
Healing Foundations Founding Director

Lisa has been a licensed and board certified acupuncturist since 2007. She earned her master's degree in Oriental medicine at the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago, graduating with honors, and her bachelor's degree in sociology from Beloit College. Lisa's approach to health and wellness follows the holistic tradition of Oriental medicine and focuses on balancing the body and mind.  She continues to study advanced acupuncture techniques and other healing modalities to offer her clients comprehensive healing support. 

Lisa@HealingFound.com
Available by appointment Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

 

 

Dr. Revital Peremen, DAOM, L.Ac

Acupuncture | Oriental Medicine | Pediatric Acutherapy

Revital combines acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and therapeutic bodywork to help people feel better, move better, and improve their overall health. She believes treatment should be individualized, addressing both immediate concerns and the underlying factors contributing to them.

After beginning her career in medical marketing research, Revital followed her passion for Chinese medicine and became a licensed and board-certified acupuncturist. She earned her Master's degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Midwest College of Oriental Medicine and her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Five Branches University.

In addition to acupuncture, Revital is a certified Asian Bodywork Therapist with advanced training in Tui-na, Pediatric Tui-na, and Thai Bodywork, including studies in both Chicago and Thailand. Her background in elementary education also gives her a special appreciation for working with children and helping parents support their family's health.

Revital has a special interest in women's health, pelvic floor acupuncture, pain management, and mental health. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and creating treatment plans that fit their individual goals and lifestyle.

Revital@HealingFound.com
Available by appointment evenings, Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday.

 

 
Jennifer Gaspers; Massage Therapist, Yoga Instructor

Jennfer Gaspers, LMT, RYT 200

Yoga | Bodywork | Craniosacral Therapy | Reiki

Jennifer Gaspers is a Licensed Massage Therapist, CranioSacral Therapist (2005), certified Hatha Yoga Teacher (2011), and member of the Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT™). Combining Myofascial Release, CranioSacral Therapy and Shiatsu with Chinese medicine techniques, Jennifer believes strongly in leveraging multiple modalities to facilitate healing and bring her clients meaningful, lasting results.

Jennifer's intimate yoga classes at Healing Foundations are inclusive of all levels of experience and strive to connect the transformative power of yoga to each participant's every day life. In every class or private session, her focus is to help you cultivate gratitude for exactly who you are in the present moment as well as to support your own journey of self discovery.

Jennifer is a returned Peace Corps volunteer. She spent time in Swaziland where she started the Bambanani Project of Swaziland, teaching business and marketing skills to underserved community members. Handmade jewelry from the Bambanani Project is available at Healing Foundations and craft fairs throughout the city.

Jennifer@HealingFound.com
Available by appointment Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.

 

 
Venus Sabay; Qi Gong, Chelation, Sound Therapy

Venus Sabay

Qi Gong | Chelation | Healing Sound Therapy

Venus became a Certified Medical Qi Gong Instructor under the study of Sifu Gail Galivan at Inner Alchemy Energy Medicine in 2012.  In acknowledging the effectiveness of self-discovery and truth, her objective is to guide each person to their own unique path via healing and balance in the mind-body relationship realm; she utilizes the power of intention with coordinated breath and gentle moving meditations. Her Qi Gong classes allow each individual to experience the inner working of their universe with significance and ease, creating a more harmonious life.

Venus works with students of all levels, and has had the privilege of working with the older adult population at Rush Medical Center's membership program Rush Generations and at Mathers-More Than a Cafe, to incorporate recreational and wellness programs for the senior community.

Venus graduated with a BA in Psychology from University of Illinois at Chicago in 2000 and performs regularly throughout Chicago as a musician and singer.

Packages available.

Venus@HealingFound.com
Available by appointment  Wednesday and Thursday.

 

 

Lisa Love

Crystal Energy Therapy | Crystal Journey Meditation | Reiki | Vibrational Therapy

Lisa Love is a holistic wellness practitioner dedicated to helping individuals find calm, clarity, and balance through vibrational therapy, Reiki, and crystal therapy. With nearly 20 years of experience, she supports clients in quieting the noise of daily life, releasing stress, and reconnecting with the present moment.

Her sessions are designed to guide you back into your body, helping you feel more grounded and at ease. Using gentle energy-based approaches, Lisa offers tools to regulate the nervous system and support your overall well-being - allowing you to move through life with more ease, awareness, and a sense of balance.

LisaLove@HealingFound.com
Available by appointment