Our Team

Amber’s journey with holistic medicine began at the age of seven following 2 years of struggle with a diagnosis of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA). Amber’s mother, Betsy, had brought her to Boston Children’s Hospital in hopes that they could help Amber recover from severe symptoms of fatigue, pain and inflammation. Unfortunately, the children’s medications weren’t helping, and Amber was prescribed adult anti-inflammatories in addition to the 24 baby-aspirin a day. After having not grown for a year, developing Asthma, and having no energy to even play, Betsy decided to bring Amber to a holistic doctor recommended by a close family friend. Dr. Sylvester DeVaux would come to the United States only a few times a year from St. Lucia to support individuals experiencing health crises. Dr. DeVaux utilized a combination of nutritional muscle response testing (NMRT) otherwise known as applied kinesiology, iridology, and traditional Chinese Medicine observations to determine Amber’s protocol. The recommendations consisted of dietary changes and an extensive supplement protocol. Betsy, not wanting to have to fight with or force Amber to eat foods she didn’t like, she decided to discuss the options with Amber like an adult, reviewing pros and cons and giving Amber the option to choose. Amber decided to try the holistic approach and within 3 weeks of starting the nutrition and supplement protocols she began to feel better. Following this recovery and then a relapse at age 10, where Amber had to face the journey of self-healing again, she, with her mother’s support, was able to completely overcome the disease. This early experience planted the seeds for a lifelong passion in mind-body wellness and natural healing. Roughly 20 years after Amber’s battle with JRA, she was given the opportunity to return the favor and support her mother in facing an even greater health challenge, a diagnosis of stage 4 kidney cancer. Amber played a key role in her mother’s healing journey through a combination of support and coaching in selecting a holistic healing cancer facility, balancing and implementing integrative therapies, nutritional and supplement support, energy work, and emotional healing, Amber helped her mother reclaim quality of life and defy the odds in completely overcoming stage 4 kidney cancer. These powerful, personal experiences have helped shape Amber’s deep commitment to helping others discover the power of holistic care. Amber graduated with High Honors in Biology from Mount Holyoke College in 2000, and worked at the National Institutes of Health in the Division of Hematology, studying blood substitutes and the effects of oxidation and antioxidants on cellular health. During this time her work in the lab led to 2 publications in peer reviewed medical journals. Amber went on to work in the biotech sector as well as for a medical publishing company as an editor for peer reviewed journals. Her scientific research experience grounds her holistic work in a strong foundation of evidence-based understanding. In 2009, she began teaching Holistic Healthcare Certification courses for the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine, covering a wide range of topics including Holistic Nutrition, Iridology, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Homeopathy, Herbal Medicine, Aromatherapy, and Energy Healing. With support from her graduating students, Amber opened Thrive Wellness Center LLC in 2011 in Northeast Pennsylvania with the mission to educate and support individuals on their health journey utilizing holistic approaches. Thrive served as a community hub for natural healing until 2020 when it transitioned to an online platform with the goal to expand its reach globally. Today, Thrive supports individuals worldwide in reclaiming their health through virtual coaching, education, and retreats. Currently based between the U.S. and Costa Rica, Amber offers 6-month customized wellness coaching programs for individuals with chronic health conditions, basic telehealth memberships for individuals who need lighter support, and holistic certification courses, group wellness retreats (Including Healing with Horses), and private and semi-private retreats on her two-acre cacao farm on the central pacific coast of Costa Rica. Her work blends the science and soul of holistic medicine, empowering clients to heal themselves from the inside out and discover how to live their best life. Amber’s extensive experience and training includes certifications in Holistic Healthcare (2002), Holistic Nutrition (2002), Level 2 Reiki (2003), Master Level Angel Therapy (2003), Instructor for the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine 2009-present, Mentorship work with Dr. Sylvester DeVaux (2008-2012), Founder and Owner of Thrive Wellness Center, LLC (2011- present), Certified Reflexology Practitioner (2019), Certified Intuitive Healer Coach (2021), Reiki Master (2024), and Yoga Teacher Training (2024). She also completed an 18-month self-development program with Training Camp for the Soul from 2022-2024.

Amelia is a Mindfulness Life Coach, Sound Healer, and Reiki 2 practitioner. With a compassionate and intuitive approach, Amelia works with clients to address challenges such as stress, anxiety, burnout, and emotional blockages. Whether through one-on-one coaching, Reiki sessions, or guided group meditations, Amelia creates a safe, nurturing space for liberation and growth.

Happy to announce📣 I Medium Ashley Sepko will be offering more in person readings at Embrace Holistic Center located on Wyoming Ave in Kingston. ☺️🥰 I love connecting you with your loved in spirit providing evidence and compassion. 💕Message me today to book your reading! Just a reminder pet readings are also available!!! 🐩🐈 Embrace Holistic Center is a walk in acupuncture clinic and wellness center. Stay tuned as they will be offering many exciting healing modalities. Brian Snyder I am super excited to be part of the team here at Embrace Holistic Center ☺️

Education Credits:

-Associate of Music in 1998 from Northwest Florida State College.

-Bachelor of Music Composition in 2001 from the University of South Florida.

-Usui Reiki 1, 2 and 3 Certification in 2005.

-Reconnective Healing Certification in 2010 from Dr. Eric Pearl in Los Angeles.

-Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 2011 from AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine.

Choir Credits:

Madrigals, Show Choir, Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra Choir, Beth Shir Shalom Choir, Golden State Philharmonic Choir, Golden State Pops Orchestra Choir

Musical Credits:

Big River, Man of La Mancha, West Side Story, Aida, The Three Musketeers, Godspell, Les Miserables, Fiddler on the Roof, Rent, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Shakespeare in Love, Cats, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Matilda.

TV Credits:

the Big Bang Theory, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Modern Family, Gray’s Anatomy, The Goldbergs, Man with a Plan, Sharp Objects and more.

Movie Credits:

Ford v. Ferrari and Vice

Biography:

My first love is music and theater.  I am a trained theater performer and vocalist with a Bachelor’s in music composition.  I am also a singer/songwriter who plays the guitar and piano.

I discovered energy medicine in 2005 during my first acupuncture treatment.  Since then, I went on to learn other modalities such as Crystal Healing, Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga, Reiki, Reconnective Healing and more.  I am fascinated with all things energetic and believe that it is one of my missions on this planet to educate humanity about the human biofield and their interconnectedness with All That Is.  I know that we are all energetically interconnected and that we have more control over our well-being that we have been traditionally taught.  My ultimate goal is to uplift everyone and everything, healing humanity and the world, spiritually, mentally, emotionally and physically.  I believe in the expansion of human consciousness.

I graduated from AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine with a Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 2011.  Since then I have owned and operated acupuncture clinics, mostly in Florida, but also in Pennsylvania.  Before and during that time most of my theater performances took place in Northwest Florida, and Cocoa Florida.  I also spent a few years in California acting in TV and movies.

My passion is spiritual, mental, emotional and energetic well-being, rather than just decreasing physical pain.  I opened a holistic center so that people would receive a more comprehensive approach to well-BE-ing all under one roof, to raise the collective vibration and consciousness, and to foster conscientious community.  I believe that together we are stronger and that it is our responsibility to support and lift one another up.

In 2010 I learned Reconnective Healing, an energetic transfer that assists in reconnecting to the axiatonal grid system, and was fascinated to see the energy come through to my clients during acupuncture treatments for years thereafter.  Clients reported feelings of bliss and peace.  I believe there are major energetic changes coming to planet Earth and her people.  Some people refer to these changes as upgrades or downloads.  Whatever you call it, we are becoming more aware, conscientious beings.

How did I get into acupuncture?

We all have a story, and mine is no different. I was enjoying my life, living in New York City, trying to “make it” in the world as a singer-songwriter when the unthinkable happened… my left ear “popped” when listening to a band play music, and I never heard the same way again. As a musician, singer and performer I was devastated. I missed my old hearing, and I wanted it back, but I couldn’t have it. Instead, my love was replaced with extreme anxiety and depression. I fell to the depths of despair that lead one to consider the alternative to staying on this planet.  I chose to fight instead.

Luckily, a highly influential person in my life said, “Don’t give up, try acupuncture.” I said, “I don’t know what that is, but I’ll try it.”

Little did I know that my entire perception of reality was about to change. My first acupuncture treatment was amazing. I didn’t understand what acupuncture was, or what it was doing. All I knew was that I loved it and I loved the way it made me feel. I began to ask, “Why doesn’t everyone know about this?”

It was through Dr. Wu and acupuncture that I learned about the energetic reality that activates all living things.  I began to see all physical forms as not only form, but energy first. I began to experience the energetic reality that I had never been aware of until then.

Dr. Wu taught me qigong and tai chi. Qigong means “energy practice” and is a way to move energy for physical, mental and spiritual well-being. It was through these lessons that I realized… “This is what everyone is looking for.”  Everyone is looking for a connection to the energetic reality that brings us all peace, but most people don’t know how to find it.

I went on to learn yoga, Reiki and my favorite form of energy healing aside from crystals, Reconnective Healing.  I discovered the energetic power of crystals to move energy in 2006 and was fascinated with all things “energy.”

Still, I was trying to fix my ear and my hearing. The ringing decreased, but the clicking sounds and decreased hearing was still there.  In the process of trying to heal my hearing and inner ear, I ended up gradually healing deep, deep emotional trauma that was always there below the surface, waiting to come out.  I had no idea how much sadness I was carrying around until it started to come out.  I spent three years intentionally purging through tears and doing Reiki on myself, until one day the sadness lessened, and I began to feel clarity.  At the bottom of that well of sadness is LOVE.  Hope and Love.  You ARE Love, and that’s why you miss the feeling. You miss who you really are.  Once you purge all the sadness, all you feel is love.

So, now I feel love on a regular basis, including my interconnection with all that is.  I no longer feel separate from God, or Life itself, and I am able to tap into deep peace.  Does that mean that I don’t sometimes get frustrated by everyday life?  Of course not.  I am still running around like everyone else here, trying to make it from point A to point B with the most pleasant experience possible, however, I now know Who I Am, and what I’m doing here, and that makes life a whole lot better.

Why did I want to open a holistic center?

I opened a holistic center because I saw a need for it in the community and it’s been a long-time dream of mine.  My goal is to help people attain greater well-being by uplifting humanity, the world and the Universe.  My goal is to reconnect people with Who They Really Are.  This holistic center is an extension of Who I Am.  Once God or the Universe grants you inside knowledge into our shared energetic reality and Who You Really Are, it’s your pleasure to share that experience with other people.  I want you to experience Who You Really Are as well, which is why we created a space where healing and thriving is possible.

So, come join us in expanding consciousness and raising the vibration of the planet.  Experience the Love that You Really Are and Inter-connectedness with All That Is.  There is no better feeling than Oneness.

Love, Brian

Dr. Matt Dorsey is a relentless researcher of medical science and a caring listener with a broad range of interests, including Eastern medicine, clinical nutrition, psychology, neuroscience, pharmacology, and biochemistry.

Though he a a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) by training, he often describes himself as ‘medically bilingual’ because he’s able to speak from both Eastern and Western medical perspectives and has additional doctoral as well as on-the-job training in biomedicine.

In addition to extensive formal training in medical herbology, he is also an expert in nutritional supplements with fifteen years of experience in the industry and has worked as a product formulator for a major brand.

A natural teacher who strives to make complex health topics as simple as possible, Dr. Dorsey always invites his patients to ask lots of questions on each call and strives to ensure that the underlying rationale for his protocols is understood.

The majority of his practice consists of helping those with mood issues, autoimmunity, chronic pain, insomnia, ADHD, and digestive disorders, though he is a generalist and is thus comfortable with addressing a wide variety of issues. He is also well-versed in biohacking and general health optimization and is excited to assist those looking to enhance their overall performance.

Unlike most doctor’s visits, in which there’s barely enough to time discuss chief complaints, sessions with Dr. Dorsey are long and thorough enough that his patients are able to go far deeper into their unique problems, goals and concerns, enabling him to generate a fully customized action plan that meets their individual needs.

Emily is a certified Usui Reiki Master Practitioner. Motivated to relieve stress and bring peace, Emily combines Reiki, Crystal and Sound Healing to offer intuitively guided sessions which address the individual client’s needs at the time of treatment.

Francesca, of Limitless Realms LLC, believes in reconnecting clients with the power that made the body, by removing interference and creating energetic coherence in and around the body. The experience, with these services, allows clients to feel renewed, refreshed, reconnected and grounded. With loving kindness, we are always happy to share the science behind these Quantum Healing Services. :)

With over a decade of experience as an energy healer, Heather Bordelean is dedicated to guiding individuals on their self-healing journeys through the transformative practices of 5D Reiki, Tarot, and Astrology. Her commitment to making the world a better place shines through in her personalized approach, helping one person at a time.

Heather’s Reiki sessions are comprehensive and nurturing, incorporating tuning fork healing, chakra balancing, and relaxation techniques to promote holistic well-being. Her expertise in energy healing aids clients in releasing past traumas and triggers, facilitating a deeper connection to their inner selves and supporting ongoing self-discovery and growth.

Jennifer Aleke’ is a certified Intuitive Energy Healer and certified Reiki Practitioner. She uses her intuitive abilities to provide clients information they need in the moment; while releasing unwanted energies that no longer serve them. Her unique practice assists clients in gaining a better perspective about themselves.

Jennifer decided to start her practice in hopes that her modalities would assist others in their self healing journey. Before assisting others, Jennifer went on her own discovers after falling ill with a temporary physical disability and no answers from traditional doctors. She stopped suppressing her natural born intuitive gifts, which led her to finding the cause of her illness and getting it medically confirmed with a biopsy. As she became more confident in her intuition, Jennifer now uses her belief in what she calls GOD, and intuitive expertise to discover deeper aspects of herself in hopes of becoming the best version of her on this journey called life.

Jennifer’s motto is, “Don’t walk in anyone else’s shoes.” Our individual journeys are intentionally unique. She uses her experience and modalities to assist clients in finding what is best for their unique self healing journey.

✨ Happiness Mentor ✨ As a guide towards clarity, healing & happiness, I leverage tools and methods to support you as a Life Coach, Health Coach, Clarity Catalyst Coach, Access Bars, Certified Emotion & Body Code Practitioner.

Trauma can take a toll on our body, our mind, and our spirit. Through proper instruction, one can release these “chains” and find the tools to calm the mind and body. I believe I can help you through trauma and help you heal, since these tenets are at the core of my yoga instruction, guided meditations, breath work and Reiki Sessions.

Yoga/Wellness Instruction/ Coaching

Guided meditation with Breathe work

Reiki Sessions

Energy Healing

All of my classes/sessions are for beginner, intermediate or advanced.

Private & SGroup sessions

Motivational Speaker

Yoga Instructor RYCY, RYT® 500 Certification , Yoga Alliance

Trauma Informed Yoga Certification, Yoga Alliance

Yoga Therapy for Anxiety Certification, Yoga Alliance

Children’s Certification 95 Hour, Yoga Alliance

Restorative Certified, Yoga Alliance

Reiki Healer , Practitioner / Level 2 Certification

Elementary Education , Advanced Degree / Certification K-6

Political Science, B.A.

Professional Photographer, New York Institute of Photography

Breathe is Life

Katie Hoban Yoga Instructor RYT® 500 Certification , Yoga Alliance Trauma Informed Yoga Certification, Yoga Alliance Yoga Therapy for Anxiety Certification, Yoga Alliance Elementary Education , Advanced Degree / Certification K-6, Gwynedd Mercy University Political Science, B.A., Pennsylvania State University Professional Photographer, New York Institute of Photography Breathe is Life.

I offer personalized Swedish and Deep Tissue massage to target your pain and discomfort, helping you feel revitalized and at ease. I also offer reflexology, geriatric, hot stone and pregnancy. My name is Kina, and being a massage practitioner has truly been a dream come true. I am passionate about helping people feel whole again, relieving pain, and bringing comfort and healing into their lives. I am a free-spirited, open-minded, and down-to-earth woman with a loving and caring nature. My approach is grounded in empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to provide a positive and comforting experience. In addition to my work as a massage practitioner, I am also a nurse specializing in patient care. My nursing background has honed my skills in attention to detail, multitasking, nurturing, and creating a safe and supportive environment. Whether through massage therapy or nursing, my goal is always to bring healing, protection, and a sense of well-being to those I care for

Mark R. Reinhart has been a lifelong student, teacher and practitioner of the Energetic Arts. Beginning at age 5 with music Mark’s studies continue. He is an Alumni of the Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA. He most notably performed with Jay Black and the Americans (This Magic Moment, Cara MIa, etc.) for over 36 years. Mark’s Eastern studies began in the mid 1960s and continue to this day. Mark is proficient and teaches numerous styles and systems of both Qigong and Taijiquan, in addition to his extensive and ongoing studies in all aspects of the Eastern martial, medical and spiritual traditions; holding a Masters Degree in Medical Qigong. He has been a Professional Member of the National Qigong Association (NQA), serving on the Board of Directors for fourteen years and sitting as President for four years. Mark is a regular presenter at the NQA National Conferences. He also teaches, lectures and presents at various events across the country. Mark is the creator of Three Rivers/12 Steps: Qigong for Recovery which combines the 12 Step Philosophy of AA with Chinese Philosophy to help address addiction and the addictive mindset. His book Thunder Over Wind… Another Doorway into the Wisdom of the Yijing (I Ching) draws on his close to fifty-year experience with the Yijing providing an introduction to this ancient oracle. Chinese and Western Astrology round out Mark’s eclectic life work dedicated to self-empowerment of the individual through education.

Hi, I’m Michelle Mae!

I am a Trained Biofeedback Specialist, Faith-Based Life Coach, Accountability Partner, Author, and Owner of Mae Dae Mentoring.

I currently live in Pennsylvania with my two dogs Rocky and Cooper.

As a baby, I was adopted into a loving family in Pennsylvania. My mom raised me in the church and was always an excellent example of Christ’s love. She required me to go to church until I was old enough to make my own choices, so once I turned eighteen, I did not go back.

When I was around forty, I felt as if all the bad decisions from previous years were catching up with me. I remember crying in a parking lot saying, “God, I don’t know if you are real, but…”. On that day, the Spirt of the Lord physically manifest in front of me. It was far from what I could have understood of religion, and for the first time in my life, I was overwhelmed by His unconditional love. This experience stirred a passion in my heart to relentlessly pursue Him. Once I picked up a Bible, I could not put it down! No matter how much I read, I was always hungry for more.

I feel it is important to know that my walk with Jesus started organically. He came after me, supported me, taught me, counseled me, loved me, and guided me. It was so personal and special to me. He has called me and qualified me, NOT the world. All of my training comes from Him. Through my business, Mae Dae Mentoring, I use Quantum Biofeedback as a tool to help people renew their minds one layer at a time, so they can move forward in life. I guide them through the tough parts of sanctification and serve them as an accountability coach, confidant, truth speaker, promoter of the Holy Spirit, and a constant reminder of surrendering to Him.

Beloved daughter of the Universe coming to share knowledge with her brothers and sisters.

All our journeys have brought us series of conflicts and joys. In my traverse of these series of now… I’ve gone to school for nursing, up to and including med-surg and geriatrics, changing my major to Nuclear Engineering Technology (of which I graduated). I worked at the local plant for outages until I felt something inside me change. I worked in home health… and felt my heart break as I watched habits and choices extinguish lives of those I’d grown to love. Pandemic hit and life provided the opportunity to learn Holistic Health. I continued my journey into massage, as I felt called to offer touch as a primary healing modality. After a deep dive into studying therapies, energetic vibration, and various healing crafts – including religions… I’m interested in teaching the basis behind thought, belief and the ability to heal.

British Spirit Medium & Producer Rob Thompson has traveled the world enthralling audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. Over the last twelve years Rob has starred on the TV show ‘The Ghost Finders’ on AppleTV, Amazon Prime & The Spirit Channel. He has also appeared on ‘Paranormal 911’ on the Travel Channel & on the new season of ‘A Haunting’ on Discovery+. Rob & his Spirit Guide Josi are kind of a “psychic dynamic duo” helping people on both sides of the veil find answers, comfort & closure. A reading with Celebrity Spirit Medium Rob Thompson is a truly heartwarming, powerful and deeply moving experience you wont soon forget!

Valerie Valenti was born 1974 in Pennsylvania where she lived all her life.

At an early age, Valerie has learned to overcome and grow from life challenges which led her onto her holistic healing path.

After experiencing her life long friend’s death from cancer in 2016 she was in search of a positive coping modality. In January 2017, she became certified in Reiki 1 at the Sacred Lotus Center.

Discovering a renewed peace from the experience, her heart was healed and on fire as she stumbled upon her passion. She became certified in Reiki 2 in February 2017.

Valerie obtained a strong desire to share her experience with others and got certified as a Reiki Master in August 2017.

Not only did she want to allow others to feel this new energy and all the healing modalities it offered, she wanted others the opportunity to be attuned to teaching others. This led to her getting her Reiki Masters in February 2018. Later on, Valerie continued to grow by teaching numerous students at a wellness center in New York City.

Since then she has shared Reiki with over 500 people, became a Life Coach in 2019, got Certified at the University of Scranton Entrepreneurship program in 2021 and became a business owner in 2024 as Healing Energy-Reiki, LLC.

Besides Reiki and life coaching, she is also experienced in sound therapy, angel card readings and cupping.

Valerie is blessed to have discovered her passion and is grateful for the opportunities to share it with others.

Wayne is a practitioner of Behavioral Psychoacoustics. I create brain entrainment tracks using binaural beats and sound frequency technology to support deep calm, focus, and nervous system regulation. Grounded in the understanding that stress is the root cause of disease and imbalance, my work helps dissolve tension and restore inner harmony. While I don’t –diagnose or treat medical conditions, I work beneath the surface–addressing the brainwave and energetic patterns “under the hood” that influence how you fell and function. This is sound healing for the 21st century–non invasive, deeply restorative, and designed to support your natural state of balance.

Wayne Wolfe is a teacher of traditional Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan with more than 30 years teaching experience. Having learned the form from Grandmaster William CC Chen in New York City who he traveled to New York to train with for several years, Wayne has continued to study with Grandmaster Chen to this day. Tai Chi is an experience which can bring benefits to the body as well as the mind and we welcome you to 60 movements of Tai Chi at Embrace Holistic Center.