Team

Jennifer is a certified aromatherapist and certified pharmacy technician with an emphasis in holistic health. She is the owner of Georgi Girl Oils, located in Denver, Colorado, where she lives with her youngest daughter. She brings together her knowledge of aromatherapy, plant essences, and pharmacy to create unique phyto-essence options for her clients, providing an essential holistic therapy. Jennifer is a professional member of NAHA, National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy. She is an enthusiastic educator who teaches various classes and workshops to fellow natural health professionals, medical professionals and the general public. She offers personal consultations with custom blending. She collaborates with Progressive Health Center to create custom products and utilizes aromatherapy with employees and patients alike. Integrating holistic health practices and aromatherapy within the realm of allopathic medicine is a challenging undertaking; but, one for which she has much desire and intent. Expanding her knowledge by taking aromatherapy courses or reading books on the subject delights her. Teaching on the art and science of essential oils enthralls her. Her greatest happiness comes from sharing the beauty of aromatherapy with others to help them achieve their health and wellness goals.

Dr. Melati is a nationally board certified and licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with a dual-specialization in Internal and Physical Medicine, extensively experienced in the treatment of Sports Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Immunology. She is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder where she was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society, and received degrees in English and Fine Arts, from which she graduated Summa Cum Laude and With Distinction. She received her initial medical training from the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Denver, CO, where she completed her Masters of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine, gaining proficiency in acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, and several conjunct modalities including Cupping, Auricular, B-12 Injection Therapy, and Electro-Stimulation Acupuncture. She received further training during her doctoral residency at Emperor’s College of Traditional Oriental Medicine in Santa Monica, CA, where she received her specialization, earned the degree of Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM), and furthered her interest in Rehabilitative Medicine, Immunology, and Cardiology. When not immersed in the world of medicine, Melati is an avid yoga practitioner and fitness instructor, and teaches her own unparalleled blend of acupuncture-inspired yoga at Yoga Pod Lodo and Denver West, and several Denver-Metro Corepower Yoga locations. She is also an accomplished musician, having fronted rock and metal bands around the Denver area for the past decade, with national touring experience, and having two Westword Music Showcase Awards in her repertoire. When not in residency in California, Melati resides in Denver with her two Shiba Inus, and enjoys riding her motorcycle through the Colorado mountains whenever the weather permits.

Liisa is a Wisconsin native and an 1985 alumni of the New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics. She has her BA from Metro State in Physical Education - her emphasis was in Adult Fitness and Exercise Science. A long time member of the AMTA, she also holds her Board Certification with the NCTMB. She has held various jobs with many medical offices through the years and was given the opportunity to obtain her certificate as a Lymphedema Therapist through Klose Training. This renewed her passion for direct contact with patients and clients. Her hope is to stimulate a healing process and bring balance and awareness of self care to their lives. Continuing her coursework in oncology massage has brought her into the hospital setting at local facilities.

Massage therapy is a second career for Lori, who worked for many years as a school psychologist. After receiving some skilled therapeutic massage during a stressful time, Lori personally felt the benefits of massage to both body and mind. She became “hooked” and wanted to pursue training to become a LMT. Lori graduated with honors from Massage Therapy Institute of Colorado in 2013 and has since worked in the hospital setting (Swedish Hospital) and at a busy chiropractic office. She is thrilled to join the team of amazing health professionals at progressive health at Presbyterian/St. Lukes Medical Center. Lori provides an individualized massage for each client depending on their needs, from traditional Swedish, deep tissue and joint range of motion to myofascial release techniques and stretches to relieve tight or sore muscles. Additional areas of specialty for Lori include pre-natal, post-partum, and oncology massage. When not at Presbyterian St. Luke’s or Rose Hospital, you might find Lori on a long, slow run along the South Platte River, walking her dogs around downtown Littleton, skiing down the slopes at Winter Park, or hanging out with her husband and two incredible teenagers. As Lao Tzu once said, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with one small step.” Looking forward to working with hospital employees and patients as they take a step toward wellness of mind, body, and spirit.

Dana is a professional and passionate clinical massage therapist with 8 years of experience specialized in sports, relaxation and rehabilitation soft tissue therapy. She attended Marquette School Therapeutic Massage in 2011, located in Marquette, Michigan. Receiving her 500 hour certification in Massage and Bodywork. After graduating she moved to the Chicago area to grow her practice in chiropractic, physical therapy and personal training settings. Where she became acquainted with diverse therapies, acquired finer palpations skills and explored various fitness regimens. Recently she moved to Colorado, motivated to continue her practice, and root herself into Denver’s wellness community; and found us! Her goal in treating patients is to create more than a 'feel good' experience. She incorporates functional massage, personal training, and self care strategies, mindful of patients in achieving their health and wellness goals. Over the years she has worked with an array of patients of various lifestyles. Ranging from individuals trying to rehab from an injury or surgery, people suffering from a sedentary or repetitive work force, competitive athletes trying to boost their performance, to those who are stressed needing to be centered physically and emotional with therapeutic touch. Dana’s thoughtful in making sure her patients needs are met and that their comfortable throughout the session and after. Conscience about making the right recommendations in the patients best interest. Massage therapy to her is a modality focused on rejuvenating patients both mentally and physically for longevity of their well being. Dana is Trained in -Swedish massage -Deep tissue -trigger point therapy -Myofascial Release -Functional Range Release -Sports Massage/Stretching -Thai Massage -Manual Lymph Drainage -Post Surgery/Scare Tissue Therapy -Pain management soft tissue Therapy -Prenatal/pregnancy massage -chair massage -yoga teacher training

At 17, Vanessa found Acupuncture which helped her to to fulfill her journey of health and aid in sports injuries during tournament seasons in Martial Arts. Vanessa holds a Human Biology degree from University of Montana, with a Minor in Psychology. She went on to complete her Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture at Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, CO. A rigorous 4 year program, consisting of 3,300 hours of education (950 of those being clinical hours). She also holds a certificate in Constitutional Facial Acupuncture from Mary Elizabeth Wakefield. Vanessa is also a 3rd dan black belt in Tae-Kwon-Do and holds a world title, 3 national titles, and an undefeated season in 2007. She loves snowboarding and spending time with her family. "In creating Raw Beauty, my hope was to educate and inspire others to not only feel good but look good too. When I found out that acupuncture could also help treat fine lines and wrinkles, it inspired me to found Raw Beauty based on the principles of Ancient Chinese traditions. My end goal is to connect with my patients and help them on their journey to a healthier life.."