Raphael Tamari

A.P Acupuncture Physician. Co-founder of Gardens Acupuncture and Wellness Center

Appointment Only Raphael Tamari earned his Masters of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego, California, where he graduated with honors. Much of his training was acquired by apprenticing leading physicians from China where he studied sports medicine. Raphael Tamari’s prior experience has included private practice in New York City, focusing on sports medicine and pain management. He co-founded Gardens Acupuncture and Wellness Center in 2007.

Raphael Tamari’s credentials include:
Florida State Acupuncture Physician, New York State Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State Licensed Massage Therapist, NCCAOM (National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) Diplomat. Raphael Tamari integrates western and eastern medicine to obtain optimum results and rapid healing. 

Su Thi Ho, A.P.

Acupuncture Physician

Appointment Only Su Thi Ho, A.P. attended Texas A&M University where she majored in Nutritional Science before transferring to Florida College of Integrative Medicine to study Traditional Chinese Medicine. Su Thi Ho is a licensed Acupuncture Physician and Doctor of Oriental Medicine in the state of Florida. 
After completing her studies, she did an externship in China. While there, she studied Traditional Chinese herbology and modalities focusing on oncology, dermatology, and gynecology. Su practiced primary care at Bloomingdale Acupuncture and specialized in fertility and women’s healthcare at Tampa Bay Fertility Group. Her associate Dr. Caceres, an M.D. and D.O.M allowed her to address the western and eastern aspects of fertility. Not only did she work with couples to achieve natural conception, she also helped increase the chances of success with patients opting for assisted reproductive therapies. Su became the contracting acupuncturist for two major pain management clinics in Tampa, Fl. In addition she started the first nutritional class at Edutech College teaching physician assistance and massage therapy students. Besides teaching nutrition, she trained students in the practical use of electrical stimulation/ultrasound as well as Chinese modalities.

Stephanie Pierre

 A.P. Acupuncture Physician

Stephanie C. Pierre graduated from The Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine with a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine. Since then she has interned with an herbal master and M.D. from China as well as a fertility specialist acupuncture physician. Stephanie remains a dedicated scholar and is currently training in the world’s first needleless acupuncture system, recognized by the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. She is currently on board with Gardens Acupuncture and Wellness Center as a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture Physician. It is here that Stephanie enjoys working with patients and helping  them to achieve their health goals. Some of the many modalities  she utilizes are acupuncture, herbal medicine, tuina (Chinese Medical Massage), reflexology, and homeopathy. She also holds lectures at various locations in the community and loves to share her experience on the path to vibrant health. “You can either be you or you can be ill.” Thea Elijah    

Jennifer House

Acupuncture Physician

Upon completing a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin in 1996, Dr. Jennifer House worked in various areas of healthcare including substance abuse, mental health, and assisting physical and occupational therapists. She spent many years working with children with autism, down's syndrome, and cerebral palsy.

In 1999, she interned at Quan Yin in San Francisco, a non for profit holistic
Healing center that mainly treats HIV positive patients. This led to her fascination of Chinese Medicine. In 2003, she obtained a bachelor's in health science and a master's degree in Oriental Medicine from the Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine. She is nationally certified in acupuncture and herbology.

Dr. House has a strong belief in psychoneuroimmunology and the power of the body to heal itself. Most dis-eases arise from stress or emotions, whether repressed or simply negative emotions stuck in the body. For instance, a sore throat is holding in angry words, feeling unable to express oneself. As the famous saying goes,"If you don't deal with it mentally it will attack you physically". In addition to TCM to treat illness Dr. House works with patients to discover the root cause of the dis-ease. Acupuncture helps with that by treating the mental emotional plane of an individual not just the physical. If the emotional block is removed the Qi can flow smoothly through the body and strengthen the vital force. Once the vital force returns to balance, the body heals itself.

Courtney Klahre Scianandre

Acupuncture Physician

Courtney Klahre earned her Masters of Science degree in Oriental Medicine from the Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine. Courtney's formal training includes Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Tui Na, homeopathy and injection therapy. She interned under some of the leading acupuncturists and herbalists in the area. Courtney is also certified in NAET, a non-invasive, drug free, natural solution to eliminate allergies of all types and intensities using a blend of selective energy balancing, testing and treatment procedures from acupuncture/acupressure, allopathy, chiropractic, nutritional, and kinesiological disciplines of medicine. Courtney's goal is to partner with her patients and educate them on how to manage their health naturally. In her free time, she loves spending time with her husband and baby girl. Courtney is very involved in the community and enjoys her volunteer work in the Junior League of the Palm Beaches.

Andrew R. Heimann, L.Ac, M.S.T.O.M.

Acupuncture Physician

Andrew has dedicated his life to understanding the body and mind connection. He understood at a young age that your body affects your mind and your mind affects your body. In college he pursued these questions by majoring in psychology and Religious studies with an emphasis on Eastern religions. While in college he began studying Tai Qi.
After graduating from Indiana University, Andrew moved to New York, New York to attend Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM) and work to complete a 3000 hour Master’s program. In addition to the normal course work, Andrew also apprenticed with Dr. Wen-Chiang Pai in two clinics, studied Nei Gong with Clarence Lu, and studied Medical Qi Gong with Ken Andes.
After 3 years at PCOM NY, Andrew moved to PCOM San Diego. He took full opportunity of the externship programs like the U.C.S.D. free clinic. The clinic combined Western medical interns from the University of San Diego and PCOM interns to provide treatments for the homeless or low income patients.
After graduating, Andrew moved back to Indiana and opened The Lapis Center with another acupuncturist. WIthin several months, they opened a second satellite clinic. The Lapis Center also participated in Volunteers in Medicine, a community based health care clinic for people with low income and no health insurance. The Lapis Center would take referrals and treat patients free of charge.
Andrew eventually went into practice by himself. In addition to his private practice, he has worked in two chiropractic offices with Dr. Grindstaff and Dr. Webster. This was an excellent opportunity to see how two different modalities can work together with communication and common treatment goals.
Andrew also opened a private practice in Bloomington, Indiana. During his years of practice, he recognized that not everyone can afford private sessions, and therefore might not be receiving the healthcare they need. So he created a community-style acupuncture program in Bloomington. This is a new approach to treatment that is gaining popularity on the East and West coasts.
“I am committed to providing you the best healthcare. Please look around the website and learn as much as you can. An important part of the healing process is to be as informed as possible. Thanks for stopping by. If you have any questions please contact me.”
Andrew R. Heimann, L.Ac, M.S.T.O.M.

Angela Tompkins

Massage Therapist

My passion for healing the human body intensifies continuously! The more I learn the more I yearn for and the more I want to share. I immersed into this giant beautiful powerful field of the holistic healing and wellness, which is forever changing and growing. The human body, the mind, and spirit will always teach us, as long as we are always open to receiving it. Upon traveling thru South America I realized I needed to be in the holistic world. I lived in Costa Rica for a year studying massage therapy. After school ended I built a massage table to start my profession there and taught yoga as well. I am currently studying to get mybachelors in science for Alternative Medicine. Helping people with their pain and aiding to enhance their health is my goal.

Melvin Miller

Massage Therapist

Melvin Miller has been a licensed therapist for 10 years and a certified Sivananda Yoga teacher for 5 years. His training includes Swedish, Deep tissue and Sports Massage as well as Myofascial Release, Chinese Acupressure with Ayurvedic Chakra Balance, Cranial Sacral and Reflexology. Melvin combines modalities in Massage work based on the needs of the client and each Massage session focuses on the problems and expectations of each individual. Melvin's specialties include Myofascial Release, the gentle application of sustained pressure into fascia system, to stretch and elongate tough connective tissue. Relieves trauma and inflammation which causes pressure on muscles, nerves and organs. Chinese Acupressure with Ayurvedic Chakra balancing; a bodywork system based on Meridians and Chakras to balance and release energy flows within muscles, bone, and tissue. Gentle protocol leads to powerful relaxation and spiritual well being.

Grace Stevens

Massage Therapist

Grace is a licensed massage therapists in the state of Florida, and maintains national certification in therapeutic massage and bodywork. Having focused her studies in holistic health and wellness (nutrition, massage, yoga and currently studying acupuncture and Chinese medicine.), Grace is a multi-disciplinary holistic practitioner, providing services which improve health and well-being. Each massage session is personalized incorporating various styles of massage and bodywork according to individual needs and comfort levels. "I believe that how you choose to be in life greatly influences those around you. My life inspiration is to teach others through healthcare and healing, to be able to care and heal for themselves and to do this for others."This is what I am here to do."

Emily Poulin, LMT

Massage Therapist

Emily Poulin comes from the beautiful state of Maine and brings to the Treasure Coast of Florida her powerful gift of integrating holistic massage, energetic intuitive healing, and understanding of the influence of the mind to create wellness into a single practice. Her passion is helping people heal so that they can live life to the fullest and richest extent possible. Emily attended school at Palm Beach State College and the University of Southern Maine in the sciences field and is a licensed Medical Massage Therapist, Reiki Master and Spiritual Life Coach. She teaches and shares her vast array of knowledge on healing so that people awaken to their own inherent healing capabilities and apply them in their lives. Of all her many loves of life, she is a nature lover at heart and has a deep abiding love for her family. Emily's compassion and joy for the mysteries and wonders of life truly make for a healing experience long remembered and forever lasting.

Lisa Reinschmidt CHC, AADP

Certified Health Counselor

I received a Bachelor degree from Florida Atlantic University and then furthered my education at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition to receive a certificate in holistic health from the AADP. I started my journey to counseling with a strong fascination for health coupled with passion and love for people and life in general.
Expert in the areas of diet and nutrition, personal relationships, sustainable lifestyle changes and spiritual development. I have highly developed counseling skills and am effective in the science and art of personal transformation in the lives of clients, family and friends.
Journey with me, your life will never be the same. I received my training to practice Health Counseling at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, which is the only nutrition school integrating all the different dietary theories—combining the knowledge of traditional philosophies with modern concepts like the USDA food pyramid, the glycemic index, the blood type and raw foods. "Every human life contains the power for self healing. Realization of this potential leads to freedom of all miseries." Swami Rama For more information about my education, please go to www.integrativenutrition.com

Leah Fortner

Office Manager

Leah Fortner has been assisting others on their life paths for over 6 years. Leah graduated with a Bachelor in Parapsychic Science from The American Institute of Holistic Theology. AIHT is an accredited holistic college based out of Birmingham, Alabama, where she is currently pursuing a Masters/PHD in Parapsychic Science. The study of consciousness, energy, and matter has given her many tools to work with on her journey of serving others. Some modalities that she works with are sound therapy, color therapy, regression therapy, as well as other treatments that work with karmic relationships, subconscious programming and more. She carries the intention of using her knowledge to infuse others with light and love and help them to create the lives they really want and deserve. Leah is also certified as a nutrition and wellness consultant through AFPA (American Fitness Professionals and Associates).  She has an A.A. and an A.S. in Business Management. Her experience in Business Management through studies and owning small businesses is what allows her to over-see our facility. She is the guiding light and creative mind behind the magic at Gardens Wellness Center.

Debbie Stromer

Colon Hydrotherapist

Massage Therapist Debbie is a dedicated Licensed Colon Hydrotherapist who has practiced at Hippocrates Health Institute helping individuals from all over the world heal themselves using natural methods utilizing the Ann Wigmore living foods/wheatgrass juice program. Working at Hippocrates Health Institute exposed her to many unique health challenges faced by the guests as well as witness the health benefits of a raw food diet. Debbie came to be a colon therapist as a result of dealing with health challenges such as endometriosis. As a result of colon therapy and a vegan diet, Debbie has eliminated the endometriosis, increased her energy levels, improved her vision, and no longer suffers from chronic allergies.

Diane Pigeon

Colon Hydrotherapist

Massage Therapist Diane Pigeon, is a Licensed Colon Hydrotherapist and Massage Therapist, who has been in practice for over 15 years. She began her practice in Orlando working with multiple doctors, chiropractors and other practitioners in the wellness industry, where she continued to work for 12 years. During her career in Orlando, She also had the privilege of working along side the Orlando Magic Basketball team. In 2004 she relocated to Palm Beach Gardens where she began her work as a Colon Hydrotherapist at The Lane Spa.  She spent 3 years practicing at the Lane Spa building a large clientele, and establishing herself as a respected practitioner in the area. Recently she relocated to the Gardens Acupuncture and Wellness Center, in order to merge with a facility focused on health and wellness.  Her therapy modalities include:  Swedish massage, Firm Therapeutic Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, and Raindrop Therapy Massage (using Aromatherapy Oils). Her current focus remains to be performing colon hydrotherapy. Diane, experienced her first colonic 15 years ago. Immediately she realized the healing properties available through this treatment and pursued furthering her education to become a provider of this service. She received her certification over 3 years ago from the Renew Life Colonic School in Tampa, Fl. She takes the time to set a safe and comfortable environment for her clients and intends to provide them with knowledge and education of how beneficial it is to cleanse the colon.

 Samantha Monus

 Personal Health Therapist 

I am happily devoted to my life's work in the pursuit of assisting others become their personal best. I do not claim to know it all, for I am welcome, eager, and excited to discover new knowledge and concepts. My background has led me to pursue a career in the health industry, I like to call myself sort of a "health crusader." It may sound silly to some, but when all is said and done... your health, whether it be of the mind, body, or spirit is all we have. My passion is to help others live their life to the fullest .. in the best shape they can possibly be.. inside & out. My theories on fitness are scientifically proven time and time again. The physical body is affected by our mental state. Physiological changes in the body can occur from a thought, sight, or even smell. Something this profound should not be overlooked. To correlate this concept, is key to the success in your physical being as well is overall life. I hope that I can do my part as others have helped me improve the quality of my life and enjoy it to the fullest. I feel blessed and hope to be able to share what I have learned with you. As I learn and continue my personal journey, I hope we can live it up to the fullest together.