Patrick Long

M.Ac.OM. L.Ac

Patrick completed a four-year Master's degree program in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (M.Ac.O.M) at the Academy of Oriental Medicine in Austin (AOMA). This program included the study of acupuncture, Chinese herbs, Asian bodywork therapy, nutrition, and biomedicine.

In addition to the herbal training program that is part of the M.Ac.O.M degree, Patrick studied closely for three years with Dr. Dongxin Ma.

Dr. Ma is a master herbalist who continues the tradition of the famous Dr. Wang Mianzhi, dating back to the Ming dynasty (1368-1644 C.E.).

Patrick studied for three years with Master Jun Feng Li. Master Li as an inspirational teacher, former coach of the Chinese national Wushu team, and founder of the Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong form of qigong. During his studies with Master Li, Patrick learned medical qigong, as well as several physical qigong forms.

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Jeremy Long

M.Ac.OM. L.Ac

I completed a four year Master's degree program in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (M.Ac.O.M.) at the Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin (AOMA). This program included the study of acupuncture, Chinese herbs, Asian bodywork therapy, nutrition counseling, and biomedicine. In addition, the program includes over 1000 hours of clinical internship rotations, treating over 500 different patients. In addition to the herbal training program that is part of the M.Ac.O.M. degree, I studied closely for three years with Dr. Fan. Dr. Fan is an expert on Tui Na and body manipulations at school and I felt that I have learned a lot from him, especially some of the Tui Na techniques that are special to the field.

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Megan Burton

Licensed Esthetician

I like to tell people that seeing your esthetician monthly is like having a personal trainer for your skin. We can give your skin an oriented work out that it needs every 4 weeks, and then provide you with top of the line professional product used world-wide. Sending you home with the proper skincare can keep your skin cleansed and nourished in between treatments. If you only saw your personal trainer once a month, but did not ever exercise at home in between, you would not get any results, correct?

I have been an esthetician for ten years. I went to school at Class Act in Joplin, MO. I then moved to Kansas City where I worked at two spas with the highest of class, Par Exsalonce and Aveda. I trained at the Aveda Institute in Minneapolis after working in Kansas City and decided to move to Springfield, MO. I love my job and clients so much I still travel back and forth to Kansas City seeing clients once a month. My skincare representatives come every three months for training. I go to the Las Vegas skin Show and Chicago show every other year. I have been certified to do peels and I have my certification in the Green Peel. I also have an Intraceauticals machine (Madonna's machine), allowing me to instantly plump fine lines and wrinkles.

My belief is that my client's needs are of the utmost importance and I'm committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of my business is from repeat clients and referrals. I welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service in the industry. My goal is to give you the most memorable, relaxing, and effective experience you could ever have.

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Tara Krier

Licensed Massage Therapist, NCTM Certified

My passion is to bring peace of mind, body, and soul to those seeking balance and wellness. I am an Aurora, MO, native, and grew up witnessing the effects of chronic pain and illness take toll on my mother. I have experienced firsthand the dramatic differnce a natural approach to wellness can make in steps toward healing. It is of utmost importance to treat not only symptoms, but also the root of an issue. There is no illness or malady that is not exacerbated by stress.

I am a graduate of Professional Massage Training Center in Springfield, MO, in the 900 hour program specializing in Spa Modalities. I am Nationally Certified, and have completed my training to become a member of the Missouri Community Massage Team. Additionally, I am a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). My diverse skills in relaxation and therapeutic treatments such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Le Stone, Thai Yoga, and Prenatal Massage, along with stress relieving body wraps allow me to customize each session and provide individualized service to each client.

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Lenka Hales

Licensed Manicurist / Reflexologist

Eighteen years ago, I was introduced to the profession of creative nail design, manicures, and pedicures by my aunt in New York City. Shortly thereafter, I achieved licensing to start my own business in Europe. There I began my career in the art and care of hands and feet.

Returning to the U.S. in 1999, I've been honored to have opportunities working in Springfield, Missouri, where I have continued in the industry of hand and foot care using eco conscious vegan beauty products and practices. As the latest addition to my services, I included the Eunice Ingram method of Reflexology where I have received certification.