Frequently people ask their healthcare providers for recommendations about anything from nutrition to exercise to other healthcare modalities. This is where you can find all the resources to activities and places we think provide quality services and education in their respective fields.
Additionally from time to time you will need to see other practitioners, either because it is medically necessary or because you want to try something different. Maybe you aren't located in San Antonio and you are looking for help, or you're just traveling. Here is our list of highly recommended practitioners from around the nation and beyond:
Patient Education
Tai Chi and Qigong Exercises:
Gathering Qi
Eccentric Exercises - Remember, when you're using eccentric exercises to heal and rehabilitate, do highs reps with low weight.
Overall
Shoulder
With weight
Massage
Robert Gardner, LMT - truly revolutionary bodywork in Round Rock, TX. Robert teaches and travels nationwide.
Todd Littleton RMT - Not only does Todd provide therapeutic body work in San Antonio, but he also provides energetic and spiritual modalities as well!
Acupuncture
Anna Carey, L.Ac. - working at Cherry Blossom Healing arts, one of the few TCM based practices in the DC area.
Alexis Alexander, L.Ac. - Central Austin based acupuncturist specializing in the Japanese style Hari, a gentle, yet powerful technique. She is particularly talented at clearing latent pathogens and pediatric care. Find her at Dandelion Acupuncture.
Kenton Sefcik, R.Ac. - a talented martial artist, trainer and acupuncturist in Alberta, Canada. His website is a wealth of information relating to health and wellness.
Stefanie Dwyer, L.Ac. - Si Shou Acupuncture and Wellness is a south Austin based clinic, providing everything you need. Stefanie is a force of nature, and she's on your side!
Counseling
Lalo Rivera, LPC - San Antonio based LPC focusing on Men's Therapy, Trauma, Grief & Loss, and Therapy for Young Adults.
Elaine Dove, LPC - providing counseling, EMDR, shamanic work and Feldenkrais in the greater Austin Area.
Medical Doctors
Hope Folarin, MD - Internal Medicine - Hope is one of the most caring and intelligent providers we have ever met. If you are in Austin and in need of a good doctor, she's for you.
Get Moving!
Body Armor CrossFit is my favorite CrossFit gym ever. Its different from other CF gyms because the coaches pay so much attention to your form and can tell if something is too much or too little for you. Then they come over and give you the appropriate correction. Want to get fit by being pushed to your limits but not into injury? Check them out!
Laché Movement Company is a magical place that harbors an encouraging atmosphere for building strength, confidence, and creativity through movement. With a variety of practices such as acroyoga, pole, parkour, and aerial arts, Laché is Austin's home for alternative fitness.
Sky Candy - A truly magical place where you can learn to fly. Austin's premier aerial and circus arts school. This is a great way to get fit while having fun!
Aerial Horizon - San Antonio's only professional aerial performance company and school! Aerial Horizon creates groundbreaking aerial work that has earned 2 grants from the Artist Foundation of San Antonio.
Local Businesses We Love
Lady Grace CBD Shop - Located inside Folklores Coffee House on the Southside, Lady Grace is our go to referral for anyone looking for quality CBD oil and education. Topicals, tinctures, edibles, and even bath bombs!
Organizations
AOMA School of Integrative Medicine - providing low cost student acupuncture for the greater Austin area with two locations.
www.aoma.edu
Products
One of our favorite brands offering a high quality turmeric perfect for reducing inflammation and treating pain, learn more about what else it can do!
Lyfe Botanical Turmeric
Additionally from time to time you will need to see other practitioners, either because it is medically necessary or because you want to try something different. Maybe you aren't located in San Antonio and you are looking for help, or you're just traveling. Here is our list of highly recommended practitioners from around the nation and beyond:
Patient Education
Tai Chi and Qigong Exercises:
Gathering Qi
Eccentric Exercises - Remember, when you're using eccentric exercises to heal and rehabilitate, do highs reps with low weight.
Overall
Shoulder
With weight
Massage
Robert Gardner, LMT - truly revolutionary bodywork in Round Rock, TX. Robert teaches and travels nationwide.
Todd Littleton RMT - Not only does Todd provide therapeutic body work in San Antonio, but he also provides energetic and spiritual modalities as well!
Acupuncture
Anna Carey, L.Ac. - working at Cherry Blossom Healing arts, one of the few TCM based practices in the DC area.
Alexis Alexander, L.Ac. - Central Austin based acupuncturist specializing in the Japanese style Hari, a gentle, yet powerful technique. She is particularly talented at clearing latent pathogens and pediatric care. Find her at Dandelion Acupuncture.
Kenton Sefcik, R.Ac. - a talented martial artist, trainer and acupuncturist in Alberta, Canada. His website is a wealth of information relating to health and wellness.
Stefanie Dwyer, L.Ac. - Si Shou Acupuncture and Wellness is a south Austin based clinic, providing everything you need. Stefanie is a force of nature, and she's on your side!
Counseling
Lalo Rivera, LPC - San Antonio based LPC focusing on Men's Therapy, Trauma, Grief & Loss, and Therapy for Young Adults.
Elaine Dove, LPC - providing counseling, EMDR, shamanic work and Feldenkrais in the greater Austin Area.
Medical Doctors
Hope Folarin, MD - Internal Medicine - Hope is one of the most caring and intelligent providers we have ever met. If you are in Austin and in need of a good doctor, she's for you.
Get Moving!
Body Armor CrossFit is my favorite CrossFit gym ever. Its different from other CF gyms because the coaches pay so much attention to your form and can tell if something is too much or too little for you. Then they come over and give you the appropriate correction. Want to get fit by being pushed to your limits but not into injury? Check them out!
Laché Movement Company is a magical place that harbors an encouraging atmosphere for building strength, confidence, and creativity through movement. With a variety of practices such as acroyoga, pole, parkour, and aerial arts, Laché is Austin's home for alternative fitness.
Sky Candy - A truly magical place where you can learn to fly. Austin's premier aerial and circus arts school. This is a great way to get fit while having fun!
Aerial Horizon - San Antonio's only professional aerial performance company and school! Aerial Horizon creates groundbreaking aerial work that has earned 2 grants from the Artist Foundation of San Antonio.
Local Businesses We Love
Lady Grace CBD Shop - Located inside Folklores Coffee House on the Southside, Lady Grace is our go to referral for anyone looking for quality CBD oil and education. Topicals, tinctures, edibles, and even bath bombs!
Organizations
AOMA School of Integrative Medicine - providing low cost student acupuncture for the greater Austin area with two locations.
www.aoma.edu
Products
One of our favorite brands offering a high quality turmeric perfect for reducing inflammation and treating pain, learn more about what else it can do!
Lyfe Botanical Turmeric
