New in Wellness Suites
Maria Mandarino, MSEd, MSAc, DipAc (NCCAOM), LAc, BFCP, CSD
- Maria is a classical acupuncturist who uses gentle Japanese technique.
- In addition to treating pain and injury, Maria’s specialties include women’s care (hormone regulation, fertility, and labor and postpartum support), autoimmune disorders, anxiety and depression, and scar tissue work.
- She is also certified in the Mei Zen cosmetic acupuncture protocol, offering treatments for the face, neck, and abdomen.
- Maria has over 20 years of experience in holistic medicine, having begun her training in East Asian Medicine at the New York College of Health professions, she trained in and later taught
- AMMA Therapy® (a lineage-based Korean system of bodywork).
- She completed her master’s degree in acupuncture at Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture.
- Maria is also trained in the John Barnes Approach to Myofascial Release. Maria believes that dis-ease begins in the spirit, and that the body heals when harmony is restored to the soul.
- As such, Maria never “just” treats your physical complaint, but she focuses on the root cause of the problem. She is fond of the saying, “when the root is strengthened, the branch heals itself.”
- Originally from New York, Maria is also a spiritual director who works with the Enneagram.
- She has lived in the desert west since 2005, and has also lived in Denver. She enjoys reading, knitting, quilting, bike riding, yoga, and spending time with her dog Nala.
- 623-262-7222
- www.mariamandarino.com
Behavioral Health
Jill M. Birt, Life Coach and Mentor
Being a kid is rough. Being a mom is tough. But…is it? Let’s get to work!
Are you ready to build a better you one day at a time? With time and effort, I can help you get on the right track. It has taken a long time to build our current habits and will take a bit to change them up. This program will provide you with the tools you need to change your mind set and build a life of happiness through finding your passion and your purpose again.
I have counselled and taught in the North-West Valley for a total of 32 years. I am a counselor at a local high school, and a teacher at the Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Through all of my experience, I believe guiding and coaching is my strength and what will help you to wake up with a full heart and soul each day. I look forward to coaching kids ages 4 to 18. In addition, I work with mom’s using similar models and tools. Keep in mind, this is not a quick fix, it is a program designed to build change. The recommended program is one hour a week and continues for 12 weeks.
Filling up for fall 2022 and scheduling now for summer 2022.
I look forward to working with you.