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Services and Practitioners

ACUPUNCTURE

Patti McCormick is an acupuncturist and herbalist, licensed by the Texas Medical Board, and has over 9 years of education which have yielded her a Master of Science degree in Oriental Medicine from the Academy of Oriental Medicine in Austin and a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering at Texas A&M University. Patti is a member of the Doctors Speakers Bureau, which is a national organization of healthcare practitioners, who are experts in their field and have dedicated their lives to educating and promoting natural healthcare. She has advanced training in the most difficult cases and has dedicated herself over the last past 12 years to providing extraordinary healing experiences to thousands of patients through nearly 15,000 acupuncture treatments. Patti is the owner of Sana Vida Clinic & Studio, where she manages a multi-discipline wellness center offering, in addition to Chinese Medicine, bodywork and massage, restorative skincare and classes such as yoga, Pilates, tai chi, and qi gong and special workshops focusing of natural healthcare.

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Conditions Treated

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RESTORATIVE SKINCARE

Brenda Morris has dedicated her life to educating, rejuvenating and de-stressing. In only three short years, she has developed a full practice by teaching people how to restore their skin and prevent future damage. In addition to her many continuing education classes, Brenda has completed specialized training at the International Dermal Institute in Dallas, Texas. By specializing in only a few of the highest quality product lines, such as Dermalogica and SkinCeutical, Brenda has been able to master her knowledge of these products providing her clients with amazing results. Brenda has a high percentage of clients interested in Anti-Aging. Her best technique is her physical touch, ability to educate clients about proper maintenance and helping them become comfortable with the skin they have. Her facials not only give wonderful results, but offer a relaxing experience and something they will look forward to next month. The best advice she gives to both men and women is to help slow the aging process by using prevention and correction. “I have found that most professionals, homemakers and students seldom know the importance of skincare and self care. We all burn candles at both ends by working countless hours, without taking a breath & relaxing from time to time. I urge you to re-think this philosophy! Partake in regular treatments, take time to meditate & focus on your mental health as well.”

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YOGA & AYURVEDA

Gina Caccavalla is a nationally registered, multi-certified yoga teacher, therapist and Ayurvedic Nutritional Consultant with over 25 years experience in the field of holistic health and fitness. She specializes in custom programs for stress, weight and pain management through yoga, nutrition, diet, lifestyle, goals, fun education, practice, movement, therapy, bodywork, support, nature, balance and more. Her compassionate and inspiring style emphasizes quality of life, while honoring and elevating each student’s unique mind, body and spirit. Gina’s “previous life” included almost 10 years of teaching at Lake Austin Spa & Resort. Previous to that, Gina was the owner of New World Produce Company, which produced organic sprouts.

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MASSAGE & BODYWORK

Trish Peyton has made massage her life’s work.  Since 1980, she has pursued this profession and no other.  Even in her spare time, what she does for fun is to read books related to her profession.  She is fully certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Trish has a non-linear talent for sensing the exact location of a person’s discomfort, and then for working with it in such a way that it is not inflamed.  She is highly nurturing because she is highly attuned to her ability to sense. Among the techniques Trish has studied are shiatsu, acupressure, lomi lomi, Thai (in Thailand), Zero Balancing, Swedish / deep tissue, Cranio-sacral, Jin Shin Jyutsu, and positional release.  These techniques may appear to be superficially distinct, but all trails lead to the mountaintop.

Connie Mendoza A practicing body therapist for over 15 years, Connie has been in the field of health and fitness since 1984. She employs a natural and non-invasive approach that accelerates healing. Connie specializes in strengthening the immune system and relieving mental and emotional stress in those who are facing life’s important decisions in this ever-changing society. Her work is designed to enhance the quality and wellness of one’s life experiences. Her touch is strong, yet soft. Her sense-of-humor, wit, and wisdom bring lightness to many situations. Her focus when teaching is to bring you to a centered, tranquil state of being, from which your creative energy may be liberated and expressed. Ongoing training and education continually refines Connie’s treatments, and you receive the benefit. Pertinent training includes: The Acupressure Institute, Berkeley, CA; Ashiatsu (Barefoot Shiatsu) teaching certification with Edward Spencer; Jin Shin Jyutsu Physio-Philosophy; Hatha Yoga and Shadow Yoga teacher training at Moksha Yoga Shala with Mark Horner.

Marie Lantz decided to change her career to massage therapy after teaching in private schools for over 25 years in Hawaii. Marie recieved her massage certification in Austin at the Austin Community College. Before joining Sana Vida, Marie offered her massage skills at numerous locations including Horseshoe Bay Resort, Bella Day Spa, Beauty Essence and chiropractic offices.

Sarah Spillman is a Texas licensed professional massage therapist and recieved her training at the prestigious Lauterstein-Conway Massage School in Austin. She specializes in the TLC method of Swedish massage. Before beginning her career in body work, Sarah obtained her degree in Vocal Performance and certification in Music Education from The University of Texas. She has been a choral, music, and drama director for a variety of age levels and arenas. She can occasionally be found performing around the Texas Hill Country. Sarah lives in Marble Falls with her husband, Joe, and their children, Hannah and Zachary.

Erin Lingo decided to follow her calling as a healer in 2007, graduating from Cortiva: Desert Institute of the Healing Arts in Tucson, Arizona with over 1,000 hours of training. While training, Erin interned at both the University of Arizona's Athletic Department, treating sport's related injuries, and HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center, assisting with patient recovery. She firmly believes that positive and energetic touch is integral to health, wellness, healing, and recovery. Erin strives to promote positive body image and awareness with her nurturing nature. She combines all her tools and training in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Positional Release, Stretching, Hydrotherapy, Hot Stone, and Reflexology to provide clients with a personal therapeutic treatment that has long lasting effects. She is fully licensed in the state of Texas, is nationally certified by the NCBTMB, and is a member of the AMTA. Erin's hobbies include painting, drawing, reading, writing, studying, and sharing time with her beautiful daughter, Dana.

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Cancellation Policy

At Sana Vida, we strive to provide first class customer service. We believe in respecting the time each client has set aside in their busy schedule to come and nourish their body. In order to respect their time, we must also ask that our time be respected.

If you must reschedule or cancel your appointment, we require 24 hours notice prior to the appointment. For same day cancellations and missed appointments (not due to an emergency) we reserve the right to charge clients the full cost of their appointment.

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