Harmony Community Wellness Center was founded by Lars Nielsen and Maki Tanaka Nielsen in order to provide quality alternative health care at affordable prices to our community. Both Lars and Maki currently treat in the clinic, their biographies are found below. 
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Karen Taylor – Massage Therapist & Yoga Instructor

 

Following her diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis in 2007, Karen has delved into the world of holistic healing arts. Weekly sessions of acupuncture combined with dietary changes, massage, yoga and qigong, have brought her incredible relief from the debilitating symptoms of MS.

 

Karen’s personal journey through the mind-body healing experience began with the discovery of the ancient Japanese healing art of Reiki and Karen now holds a Master’s level certificate in Reiki. Karen also began regular practice of Qigong and now holds a teacher’s certificate from the Supreme Science Qigong Foundation.

 

Karen’s path also led her attend one of San Diego’s most established schools of bodywork, the Healing Hands Holistic School of Health. Karen received a solid background in circulatory, deep tissue sculpting, structural balancing, sports massage and Shiatsu.

 

Karen is also the creator of Yoqi©, a unique blend of Hatha Yoga and Qigong. Karen leads her students through a series of gentle Yoga postures, connecting each asana with graceful Qigong movements. The focus of the class is combining of both these beautiful modalities, creating moving meditation and balance of the Qi(life force). Yoqi itself is defined by each individual’s level of fitness and can even be performed in a seated position. Those who are physically challenged are encouraged to join Karen for this special class.

Chris Cravens  Massage Therapist & Yoga Instructor

 

Chris Cravens, HHP has spent the last 15 years learning many forms of expressive whole body movement and Holistic Health practices.  Her studies, rooted in the holistic field have led her deeply into the world of Quantum Physics/Mechanics.  Using these cutting edge quantum principals, Chris has acquired valuable tools that add an advanced level of healing to her sessions.  Along with her extensive massage training, she has also spent many years teaching various forms of dance, as well Hatha-based yoga. This experience has allowed her to gain a deep understanding of human anatomy in motion and at rest.   These skills coalesce to create a well rounded instructor that has a deep understanding of the body, mind and spirit.

In her massage practice, Chris combines and melds various therapeutic modalities such as: The BodyTalk System, Deep Tissue Massage, Acupressure, Swedish Massage, Yoga, Reiki, Cranio-Sacral Therapy, Meditation/Pranayama, Flower Essences and Aromatherapy.  During a session with Chris, you can expect to be guided inward, learning to use the breath as a tool to aid in the release areas of chronic tension and to optimize energy flow.  BodyTalk uses the most modern science available in the world today to activate the client's own innate wisdom for priority based healing. For more information about BodyTalk please visit:  www.BodyTalkSystem.com.  Utilizing these modalities, Chris will create a session that is designed uniquely for you.

Chris's movement therapy classes are designed to assist with proper alignment principles and core strengthening, while encouraging creativity.  Her classes are strong in yoga philosophy, but well suited for any level of experience. Chris customizes the learning experience based on the limitations and experience of her clients. She firmly believes that...YOU LEARN, YOU TEACH.  YOU TEACH, YOU LEARN. We are made of energy, when it is stagnant we feel dis-ease.  When we flow, we are much more happy and at ease.

Serving communities of Escondido, San Marcos, Vista, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Fallbrook and Valley Center.