About Us
Brittany Petrick, LAc, M.S.O.M., BSNMaster's of Science in Oriental Medicine (Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs), Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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Brittany is a licensed acupuncturist and practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the State of Arizona Acupuncture Board of Examiners and nationally certified by NCCAOM in Oriental Medicine, which includes both acupuncture and Chinese herbs. Brittany received her Master’s of Science in Oriental Medicine degree from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder Colorado, one of the top schools in the United States for the study of herbs. She studied and trained in both Japanese and Chinese styles of acupuncture, including Shonishin, the needle free treatment modality for babies and children.
Her background and foundation in medical studies includes 16 years in the western medical system, including graduating from the University of Colorado Health Science Center with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing in 2008. She worked as a Registered Nurse for 9 years and realized that we need more focus on preventative care and treating health concerns from the very root to truly make an impact in each individual. Brittany has studied and done internships with various Japanese and Chinese masters, learning the tradition of Oriental Medicine. She has had the opportunity to not only treat as a general practitioner the wide variety of adult complaints from respiratory illnesses to support during cancer treatment, but has had specialty training in OB-GYN and pediatrics, including studying with pediatric expert Soma Glick, DOM, L.Ac, CHOM. Her passion and focus in this world is to guide people toward a higher quality of life. |
Lindsey Watson, MS, LAcMaster's of Science in Acupuncture, Bachelor's of Science in Microbiology
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Lindsey is nationally Board-Certified and licensed to practice
acupuncture and Chinese medicine in the beautiful state of Arizona. After obtaining a Bachelor's of Science in Microbiology from Northern Arizona University, Lindsey worked as a research scientist at Flagstaff’s Translational Genomics Research Institute studying the public health implications of antibiotic use in food animal production. Although academic research held a strong place in her heart, Lindsey felt she could inspire greater change and have a more meaningful impact through direct patient care. Pursuing this dream, she completed graduate studies in Eastern and Western medicine at Bastyr University in Washington and the Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture (PIHMA) in Arizona. In 2015, Lindsey graduated from PIHMA with a Master's of Science in Acupuncture. Lindsey’s passion lies in helping others achieve whole body wellness by balancing mind, body, and spirit. Her comprehensive Eastern and Western medical training includes special emphasis in the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, fatigue, and chronic pain. She has completed post-graduate training in palliative and hospice care to become Flagstaff’s first Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Acupuncture Specialist (CHPCAS), and has presented to the staff at Flagstaff Medical Center about the benefits of acupuncture for pain management and end-of-life care. In addition, Lindsey is passionate about the anti-aging effects of acupuncture and is certified in cosmetic and Facial Rejuvenation acupuncture. When she isn’t at Harmonizing Healthcare, Lindsey can be found cooking, quilting, beekeeping, and paddling the beautiful Southwest with her family. |
Milissa Gillen, LAc, MAOM
Master's of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
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Milissa Gillen L.Ac., MAOM holds a Master’s of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine degree from the New England School of Acupuncture and is certified by NCCAOM (2003). Milissa’s studies at NESA included both Chinese and Japanese styles of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. She worked as an assistant instructor at NESA for four years post-graduation, while continuing to study with three different Acupuncture Masters, focusing on Meridian Style Acupuncture. Milissa holds post graduate Certifications in Advanced Japanese Acupuncture, Shaku Ju Therapy, Auricular Acupuncture and Balance Method Acupuncture. After seven years in the Boston area, Milissa returned to her home state of California in 2007 and became a California Board Certified Acupuncturist. Milissa is now very happy to receive her Arizona Board Certification and join the growing team at Harmonizing Healthcare!
Since 2003, Milissa has poured her focus into learning and practicing Balance Method Acupuncture with the late grandmaster Dr. Richard Teh-fu Tan OMD. Today, Milissa’s treatment modality primarily focus on Balance Method Acupuncture which is known around the world for its clinical efficacy, especially when it comes to pain management. Her treatment approach also includes Japanese Meridian Style Acupuncture and Japanese Style moxibustion therapy, also known as Okyu. Milissa’s goal as a practitioner of Oriental Medicine is to assist and support people in their journey to optimize their health in mind, body and spirit, achieving their best quality of life and best self. Milissa is an avid outdoorswoman and has a deep passion and respect for our Mother Earth. She firmly believes in the restorative healing power of nature and wilderness. When you don’t see her at Harmonizing Healthcare, you can be sure she is somewhere out in the back country with her backpack or her trail running shoes. Milissa is also a 2nd Dan Kukkiwon Certified Black Belt in Taekwondo and a Certified Wilderness First Responder. |
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Dr. Sarica Cernohous is a practitioner of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, using Japanese-style methods, LED light therapy and herbal medicine in her private practice, and is an active board member for the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP).
She is the author of the importance and practical application of traditional food preparation techniques, The Funky Kitchen, and its accompanying online course, "Fresh, Fun, and Flavorful in The Funky Kitchen", and is a coach for Metabolic Balance of Germany, for which she has crafted a personalized weight-optimization and lifestyle program, The LAPIS Method. Since 2011 she has been sharing recipes and health articles on her website, NaturallyLivingToday.com. In 2020, she joined the team at Harmonizing Healthcare, where she works diligently with other healthcare professionals to inform and guide deeper work around cellular health. Dr. Cernohous is also an instructor of Nutrition for the Health and Human Performance master’s program at Pacific College of Health and Science. She is a chapter leader for the Weston A. Price Foundation, and lives with her husband and children in Flagstaff, Arizona. |
Dr. Sarica Cernohous, LAc,
MSTOM, BSBA
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My name is Margaux Paradise.
I am very excited to be part of Harmonizing Healthcare. For several years I worked in the customer service arena and office management which I have always enjoyed. I love being with people and helping with their needs. In the last eight years I had the opportunity to work with private home care and also with a home care company. I was a care giver and also worked in the office of a private home care company. This was a beautiful experience for it helped me to realize my love of helping others. I have now lived in Flagstaff for almost two years. Prior to living in Flagstaff I lived in Las Vegas and I took care of my parents until their transition. During this time I had the opportunity to explore deeper on my spiritual journey which also included learning and exploring in greater detail a holistic way of living and healing. I decided to move to Flagstaff because my daughter, her husband and my granddaughter moved here and I fell in love with this beautiful and charming community. Also I love being close to my family. My whole family practices holistic healthcare and the natural way to healthy living. For this past year I have been engaged in studies to receive my certification as a "Spiritual Guidance Counselor" I have now received this certification which is the healing of mind, body and spirit. This connects with the philosophy of Harmonizing Healthcare. There is nothing more important to me than the connection of mind, body and spirit as we face the challenges that occur in our lives. |
Natalie Hewitt
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Hello, my name is Natalie. I recently moved to this beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff to spread roots amongst the trees of the high desert forest. I am 29 years young, was born in Utah, but spent the last 21 years of my life just down the hill in the valley of Phoenix. I have always felt a calling to Flagstaff, finally decided to make the jump, and am so happy I did.Here’s just a little bit about me and why I am here. Alternative health and wellness started in my life as very a slow unfolding, which eventually lead me to a resonant awakening to the deeper truths and the ancient wisdom behind mind, body, spirit connection. This slow unfolding brought a hunger to learn about the complex inner workings of the body, the power that sound (vibrational energy) has upon the body, alternative/holistic approaches to wellness, and the miraculous healing power of plants and the importance of our symbiotic relationship to them and to the earth.
My current involvement in the healing realm is through instructing yoga and facilitating sound baths/meditations, both of which I have been doing for just under 5 years. I also have 100 hours of training in aromatherapy using essential oils. My plan is to eventually expand my knowledge to encompass holistic nutrition and evolutionary herbalism in order to further help people on their path to health and wellness. Aside from my professional endeavors, I love to dance, hike, see live music, travel, and listen to mind expanding podcasts and audio books. I am also passionate about reducing my negative impact on the earth by being mindful of my waste and reducing (eventually eliminating) my plastic consumption. You will commonly find me at grocery stores with my own bags/mason jars, filling up in the bulk section, and I always carry a metal water bottle and coffee mug. I am so grateful to be a part of the Harmonizing Healthcare team, and cannot wait to meet all of you! |
Eric Petrick
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Eric graduated from The Art Institute of Colorado with a Bachelor's of Arts in Industrial Design. His involvement in environmental conservation inspired him to create his Senior Capstone project on grey water recycling with shower water being utilized for toilet flushing. He has a desire for self-sustained living and preserving this beautiful planet. He researches alternative energy, housing, and other ways of living that increase quality of life. His interest in herbology led him to work in the Colorado marijuana industry 2012-2016, learning every aspect of the medicine from growing, processing, and curing to helping patients and customers find the right product for their individual need. Eric enjoys being outdoors with his family and loves to hike and snowboard.
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1926 N. 3rd St.
Ste. 100
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Ste. 100
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
