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Melissa Marcy, Acupuncturist
Melissa founded Santee Acupuncture in 2017. She is a California Licensed Acupuncturist and nationally certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine. Melissa earned a Master of Science degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine in 2015 after being certified in Asian Bodywork Therapy in 2011. Clinical internships included in-patient oncology and out-patient chronic pain at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego, and she earned a certificate in Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Tui Na, and Internal Medicine in Sichuan, China, at Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Hospital.
April Collins, Massage Therapist and Reiki Master
April Collins has been awarded Best Massage Therapist in East County and has ranked top 6 in San Diego. A Certified Massage Therapist, Holistic Health Practitioner, Certified Cupping Therapist, and Reiki Master, April is dedicated to the idea that your life can truly be transformed through the power of relaxation, Specializing in Therapeutic Relaxation using a variety of techniques ranging from Lomi Lomi to Neuromuscular Therapy, and Swedish to Deep Circulatory, she finds what works best for you to make your massage a powerful and wonderful experience. April is available for 60 or 90 minute massage or reiki sessions weekdays. (858) 395-2451
Shuku Rader, Massage Therapist
Shuku Rader is a California Certified Massage Therapist and Certified Medical Massage Practitioner. Formerly a Physical Therapist in Japan for 15 years, Shuku moved to San Diego in 2016. She continues to educate herself to meet the needs of her clientele. Utilizing her knowledge of the body and combining modalities such as Swedish massage, Deep Tissue manipulation, Shiatsu, and Tui Na (acupressure), Shuku is available for 60 and 90 minute sessions Monday and Saturday by appointment. (619) 846-2610