Cancer is one of the biggest challenges a person can face. Worries about the future and the physical toll of care can cause patients to suffer both physically and emotionally. The Integrative Medicine Center is here to help. The center offers therapies that reduce patients’ stress and anxiety and … [Read more...] about MD Anderson Integrative Medicine Center
Practitioner Offerings
Mind-Body Medicine
Mind-body therapies (MBTs) are practices that aim to improve health through mindfulness, breathing exercises, postures, movements, and relaxation. They include ancient practices, such as yoga, qi gong, and tai chi, and modern therapies, such as mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) training and … [Read more...] about Mind-Body Medicine
Tamara Shih, PT, MPT, PORi/c, AIB-VR/CON, AIB-VR2, Oncology Physical Therapy
Tamara brings over 20 years of experience as a physical therapist, treating patients with a vast array of diagnoses. She seeks to empower and improve the lives of all patients. Helping people get back to living their lives is her life’s passion. She believes that each person is unique and … [Read more...] about Tamara Shih, PT, MPT, PORi/c, AIB-VR/CON, AIB-VR2, Oncology Physical Therapy
Lisa Berman Sylvestri MSPT, CLT-LANA, Oncology Physical Therapist, Owner of Oasis Physical Therapy and Wellness, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
My name is Lisa Berman Sylvestri MSPT, CLT-LANA. I have over 20 years of experience as a physical therapist, over 12 of which are in the lymphedema and oncology arena. Early on in my career, I had a family friend who suffered from lymphedema, which was caused by her breast cancer treatment. I had … [Read more...] about Lisa Berman Sylvestri MSPT, CLT-LANA, Oncology Physical Therapist, Owner of Oasis Physical Therapy and Wellness, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Cancer Support Sonoma, Center of Integrative Medicine
A Healing Oasis in the Heart of Sonoma Valley So many people in our community are touched by cancer. It could be a friend, a neighbor, a loved one ... or yourself. Dealing with the effects of cancer treatment can be challenging, both physically and emotionally. Integrative therapies have been … [Read more...] about Cancer Support Sonoma, Center of Integrative Medicine
Stacy Bockholt LPC-Associate, LMFT-Associate, Counseling for Individuals, Couples, and Families Living with Cancer
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-Associate) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT-Associate) under the supervision of Susan Gonzales, LPC-S, LMFT-S. I have completed levels 1, 2, and 3 of Gottman couple’s training. I have a private practice, Stacy Bockholt Counseling LLC, in … [Read more...] about Stacy Bockholt LPC-Associate, LMFT-Associate, Counseling for Individuals, Couples, and Families Living with Cancer
Theresa Attea LMT, LMTI, RN, BSN, Oncology Massage Therapist, Craniosacral Therapy, Reiki, Energy Balancing
Theresa is a massage therapist specializing in gentle and highly effective techniques that assist oncology patients receiving cancer treatment, or after treatment, to heal and thrive. As a two time cancer survivor, stem cell transplant recipient, and registered nurse, she has the unique perspective … [Read more...] about Theresa Attea LMT, LMTI, RN, BSN, Oncology Massage Therapist, Craniosacral Therapy, Reiki, Energy Balancing
Elizabeth “Itzy” Otterbein CCC, SLP Speech Therapy, Oncologic Rehabilitation
Elizabeth (Itzy) is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with experience in the rehabilitation of head and neck cancers and voice patients. She specializes in oncologic rehabilitation including management of patients undergoing chemo/radiation therapy and management of surgical patients such as … [Read more...] about Elizabeth “Itzy” Otterbein CCC, SLP Speech Therapy, Oncologic Rehabilitation