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Dr. Christa
Dr. Christa Caputa, MEd, MAOM, LAc., LMT |
Licensed Acupuncturist
Dr. Christa Caputa comes to CWC with many years of experience in Acupuncture and Massage Therapy. Her journey with Chinese Medicine began in 1997 when she was teaching English in South Korea. She received a Doctoral degree in Chinese and Integrative medicines. Her focus is wellness and the body’s innate healing abilities.
Christa is also a licensed massage therapist and has taught in the profession as well. In addition to Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Dr. Christa integrates cupping and dry needling.
Lauren
Lauren Smith, LAc., MSOM, Herbalist, MS | Licensed Acupuncturist
Lauren Smith is a licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist with a background in Psychology and Western medicine. Lauren’s background in Psychology offers her a unique understanding in treating emotional wellness imbalances, depression, anxiety, and stress.
Lauren has extensive experience in pediatric health care. She is trained in Shonishin, a Japanese needle-free acupuncture technique used with children and adolescents to address a variety of health concerns. Lauren also uses Guasha, Tuina, and nutritional and lifestyle recommendations.
Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy | Provided by Staff Certified Massage Therapists
We staff three massage therapy rooms 6 days a week. All of our massage therapists are certified and trained in Deep Tissue, Swedish, and Sports and Injury Massage. Reiki, Myofascial Release, and Hot Stone Massage is also available.
Michelle
Michelle Foster | Office Manager
Michelle helped open the practice in 1997.
Since then, Michelle has worked in and out of the office. Michelle has a Bachelor’s Degree from Pacific Christian College in Fullerton, California.
She and Dr. Brian Foster have three grown children.
Diane
Diane Overlid | Billing Manager
Diane came to our office as a patient several years ago and became an employee in 2006. Diane is originally from Minnesota. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Diane works diligently in our billing department to ensure that your insurance is billed and credited properly. Diane and her husband have two children – one of whom is currently serving in the military.