About Art of Healing
About Our Centers & People
At Art of Healing, we value the partnership with patients to address health challenges in a compassionate and proactive way.
At the Art of Healing, we optimize your health challenges
and make efforts to get you back to you again.
Our healers work together with the individual to optimize their strengths and improve areas of vulnerability. This empowers people to access their ability to heal and live the life they desire. Art of Healing therapists are trained in a multitude of areas and our priority is getting to know the needs of individuals and developing personalized health plans to provide the best care possible to increase serenity and overall well-being. Our personalized treatments consist of acupuncture/ dry needling, multiple therapeutic modalities, as well as nutritional and herbal recommendations.
Acupuncturists - Atlanta Location
Michael Sakowich
Senior Therapist - Lic. Acupuncturist, Dry Needling, and Herbalist
English
Michael Sakowich has been practicing acupuncture and herbal medicine since 2005.
- Acupuncture
- Dry Needling
- Herbal medicine
- Dietary + Lifestyle support
- Acute + Chronic Pain
- Internal Medicine
Acupuncturists & Herbalist
Sandy Springs Location
Friday & Saturday
Midtown
Currently Only Available
Sundays
Dr. Lauren S. An
Lic. Acupuncturist, Dry Needling, and Herbalist
Lauren S. An is a licensed acupuncturist who followed in her father's footsteps to become an acupuncturist. Ms. An received her Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 1994 from Dongguk Royal University in California and is nationally board certified in acupuncture and oriental medicine by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
She practices Chinese Acupuncture and Herbology not only to treat a variety of physical symptoms but also as a preventative to many common conditions and ailments. She brings to her practice extensive knowledge of the body gained from her experiences.
Her philosophy and practice methods reflect the idea that a positive and optimistic outlook in life is key to have a successful practice. Her firm belief in which the patient and the practitioner both need to be positive together in order to ensure positive energy, or chi, to be exchanged is her foundation while treating her patients. Her confident and encouraging personality has changed many of her patients' outlooks on their lives, a key aspect that is necessary to have a successful treatment outcome.
EDUCATION
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Dongguk Royal University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Graduated Master of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION & LICENSE:
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NCCAOM Diplomat of acupuncture & oriental medicine
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Georgia Board of Acupuncture, License# 181
Midtown Location
Mondays
Michelle Arms
Lic. Acupuncturist and Herbalist
English
Michelle is a licensed Acupuncturist and herbalist in Florida and Georgia. She also has a B.S. in Cellular Molecular Biology, which informs her understanding of medicine and the way the body works, along with her training in Eastern medicine. She has a passion for nutrition and natural healing, with over 10 years of experience in Western herbalism. She believes that everything we need to survive and thrive in life is provided by the Earth, we just must know what to use and how to use it. Her aspiration is to provide quality treatments to all who need it. In her spare time outside of Art of Healing, she engages in a pop-up community acupuncture clinic she hopes will blossom into an integrative healthcare pop-up for underserved communities. She is a Board Member of GAAAM (Georgia Association for Asian Acupuncture and Medicine), with the goal of increasing the network of Eastern medicine in Georgia to better benefit public health.
She has lived all over the United States, Belize, and Europe. Traveling a lot has expanded her worldview and understanding of the human condition. To her, people, and the lives they live are to be treasured. Therefore, she desires to guide people to greater health - to preserve the quality of life needed to maintain healthy relationships with oneself and those we cherish.
Outside of practicing this beautiful medicine, she spends time with her loving husband and daughter. They love spending time outdoors, hiking, snowboarding, and even hang gliding! And she continues to share her love of animals through teaching her daughter all about birding.
Acupuncturists & Herbalist
Sandy Springs Location Only
Rita Chen
Lic. Acupuncturist, Dry Needling and Herbalist
English and Mandarin
Rita Chen is a Licensed Acupuncturist with special training and skill in treating symptoms of physical and mental health disorders. As an Acupuncturist, Rita performs treatment of chronic pain, emotional disturbances, and pain resulting from acute injury or illness. Rita years of experience include auricular acupuncture, electroacupuncture, and acupressure, as well as procedures that use acupuncture principles, such as like moxibustion and cupping. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Acupuncturists include migraine, arthritis, anxiety, high blood pressure, nausea, dental pain, depression, allergies, and chronic pain in the joints, bones, and muscles.
Rita Chen is graduated from Beijing, CN University of Traditional Chinese Medicine with Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental medicine from Los Angeles, CA. Rita also got an Associate of Nursing degree in Beijing, CN in 2002.
- Herbal medicine TCM /acupuncture / cupping/ moxibustion/ electro acupuncture
- Dermatosis treatment and diagnosis
- Pain syndrome treatment
- Infant finger diagnosis & infant/toddler tuina massage
- Nursing Associate
Acupuncturist
Terrence Park
Acupuncturist
English
Terrence Park has lived mostly and gone to college in NJ, then moved to CA for his Masters degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MSAOM) and has now settled down in GA. Graduating college with a degree in Exercise Science and Sports studies, Terrence started working with physical therapy clinics to enhance his knowledge in sports medicine. After years of experience working in the sports medicine field, helping young athletes with advanced 3D biomechanical technology, he learned about acupuncture’s growing popularity amongst professional athletes. His master’s degree training was focused on treating injuries and chronic pain, along with other physiological and pathological disorders. Terrence likes treating musculoskeletal (muscle and bone) issues combined with physical manual therapy, stretching and strengthening exercises. In addition to treatments, he firmly believes in educating patients to promote well-being and to reduce further harm and along with assessing potential risk factors.
In addition to working in the sports medicine field, Terrence likes to dabble in mechanical work and wood work. Even as a child he grew up loving to disassemble and repair anything that had motors or electrical components. He also enjoyed learning about building furniture and other structures, including houses. It is always great to learn a new skill or learn something new, since there is always an opportunity for these new skills and knowledge to benefit you and others.
Massage Therapist
Only Sandy Springs on Thursdays
Esther Real
Lic. Massage Therapist
English, Spanish and Portuguese
Esther is a certified massage therapist who specializes in geriatric, prenatal, deep tissue, relaxation, and sports massage. Esther is exceptional in personalizing treatments with a blend of her integrative massage methodologies.
With over 10 years of experience in the health and wellness industries, she managed her own massage business in 2015 and has worked in Atlanta for all those years.
Esther had the opportunity to enhance her therapeutic techniques through her wide variety of experiences. Esther graduated in 2009 from The Academy of Somatic Healing Arts (ASHA) and is certified in medical massage and Holistic massage therapy.
- Shiatsu
- Deep Tissue massage
- Swedish massage
- Prenatal
- Lymphatic massage
- Hot Stone Massage
- Neuromuscular therapy
Sandy Springs on Tuesdays, and Fridays, and Saturday in the morning.
Sherry is at Midtown on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturday afternoons, and Sundays.
Sherry Samuels
Lic. Massage Therapist
English
Sherry is originally from St. Lucia in the Caribbean, and she is trained and certified in massage therapy and Ayurvedic treatments. She graduated from BodyHoliday, School of Massage Therapy and is also certified from Caribbean Vocational, Education and Training (TVET). With over 23,000 massages under her belt, Sherry has been practicing her craft for more than 25 years and is one of the most capable massage therapists you will find! She has a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experience in a variety of treatments such as Deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, Reflexology and Hot Stones massage, Indian Head Massage, and Body wraps and Body scrubs. She also performs a number of Ayurvedic treatments including Bindi Herbal treatment, Shirodhara, Dosha Balancing, and Nirvana Ultimate Bliss. Sherry is great with her patients and facilitates effective communication strategies to find out what works best for you - she believes that healing works best when both parties work together. Whether you prefer a quiet and relaxing environment or an interactive session with wellness advice, Sherry is willing to accommodate your needs. Sherry has nothing but positive reviews from her patients!
Specializes:
- Swedish
- Deep Tissue
- Pre-natal
- Lymphatic massage
- Aromatherapy
- Reflexology
- Hot Stone Massage
Ayurvedic Treatments (Bindi Herbal Body Treatment, “Dosha” Balancing massage and “Nirvana” Ultimate Bliss Treatment and Shirodhara)
Sophia is in Midtown on Fridays
Sandy Springs on Wednesdays.
Sophia Ima
Lic. Massage Therapist
English and Japanese
Sophia was born in Brazil and grew and trained for massage in Japan and Korea. She also became a professional football player. Three years ago, she left Japan to come to the United States to play on the American Woman’s league football Team.
Sophia’s passion for massage grew because she wanted to help others to have better life and make a difference in the way people live.
She believes when people are stressed, massage is natural medicine. By using techniques like Shiatsu, and stretching she found that it would be a great benefit for her clients. She can use her understanding of the body and natural relaxation to heal others.
In addition to Sophia’s outstanding massage skills, she is also a personal trainer. It is this combination of personal experience and education that lets Sophia fully understand the function of the muscles and human body mechanics. Sophia is much more than just a massage therapist.
Sophia believes the body doesn’t need just to be in shape, but you must learn how to deal with stress for your mental health. She believes touch is a very powerful tool for human beings to connect with their body and soul. That is why she uses her own passion for massage to give other positive energy to help them to heal themselves. Her great attitude, love, and caring will make you want to return to her over and over.
Professional Skills:
- Shiatsu
- Deep Tissue
- Thai Massage stretch
- Relaxation
Claudia Tome
Lic. Massage Therapist
English and Portuguese
Claudia Tome was born in Brazil with two kids.
She had a successful courier owing the Spa in Marilia, Brazil, with several Massage Therapists.
Her passion is to make sure all the clients are being pampered, taken good care and satisfied with her services.
She loves sports like soccer, tennis, volleyball, and bikes.
Her studies over 15 years made her who she is today, including studying Physical Therapy. Her knowledge and understanding of the human body are impressive.
If you like to have an amazing experience one of the best massages.
Counselor Therapists
Available for Telehealth
Also works both the Midtown & Sandy Springs Locations
Rolene Jaffe
Counseling, Work Coaching, Life Coaching and Certified Journey Therapist
English
With over 18 years of accredited experience, Rolene Jaffe is a practitioner and teacher of The Journey Method, a visualization therapeutic approach to mental healing that taps into the Infinite Intelligent Body Wisdom for cellular level healing. In your session with Rolene, don’t be surprised to occasionally hear her share about her own direct experiences as The Journey Method encourages such exchanges to enhance the patient/therapist connection.
Rolene’s career is full of amazing patient stories as they have trekked along their own journeys of healing, and she has had so many wonderful opportunities to guide courageous patients through various modalities that uncover and enhance purpose, peace, joy, and wisdom in their lives. She is a specialist in offering individualized coaching sessions and programs for the patient, both female and male, child and adult.
She is passionate about uncovering the gifts and opportunities needed to create a better, more connected, and joyful life for others and herself in the process.
Rolene’s Areas of Expertise include:
- Stress & Depression
- Sexual Abuse
- Divorce
- Infertility
We invite you to take a brave and courageous healing journey with Rolene. Give yourself the gift of awakening your own infinite potential.
Work & Life Coaching: $150 for an hour, or a package of 5 hours for $600.
Dr. Carlos Ranzani Available for Telehealth Only
Starting February 7th he will start In-person appointments
Dr. Carlos Alberto Ranzani
Homeopathic Doctor
English, Portuguese and Spanish
Management - Both Locations
John Kunihiro
Founder
English, Portuguese, Japanese, and Spanish
John Kunihiro is the founder of Art of Healing, an Atlanta company specializing in Manual Therapy and Oriental Medicine. John has been in the healthcare industry for over 25 years, having practiced in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Tokyo, Japan, and Boca Raton, Florida. Twenty-two years ago he established his home and business headquartered in Atlanta. Although he is well versed in many therapeutic technologies, he is particularly known for his independent development of Kunihiro Method, as a process for establishing physical equilibrium and optimum health while promoting prevention
SOME OF OUR AREAS OF SERVICE
Acupuncture:
Traditional Acupuncture
Dry Needling
Cupping Therapy
Dermatology Acupuncture
Massage:
Sports Massage
Shiatsu Massage
Thai Massage
Reflexology
Neuromuscular Therapy
Emotional Healing:
Pain Management
Relationship Issues
Anger Management/ Rage
Addictions/Obsessions/Fears
Insomnia/Sleep Disorders
Self-Esteem Issues
PTSD – Traumas
Depression and Anxiety
Allergies