Michael Sassack, L.Ac.
Michael specializes in facial and cosmetic acupuncture, which is utilized in the treatment of skin issues related to the aging process, allergies, bell's palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, ptosis, stroke recovery, TMJ, and/or multiple sclerosis. Mr. Sassack first became interested in holistic health while studying medicine in China. When visiting rural communities that utilize acupuncture in everyday medicine he observed first-hand its astounding effects on pain management and general well-being. Mr. Sassack holds an undergrad degree from Kalamazoo College in biology, and a Master's degree from Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago where he studied acupuncture. Michael is married to Reiki practitioner Jasmine Sassack.

Karissa N. McCallum, L.Ac.
Karissa started Chinese Medicine School without ever receiving acupuncture (WHAT?!) because she loved how the medicine addresses both physical and emotional health as well as nutrition. When she stared school she suffered from amenorrhea (lack of menstruation). Through the use of acupuncture, herbs and dietary therapy, her cycles returned and regulated. Now, in addition to being a licensed acupuncturist & herbalist, essential oil educator and DONA certified doula, Karissa is a mom of three. Karissa has a passion for working with families. She offers expertise and support in women’s health and infertility; maintaining a healthy pregnancy; labor support; postpartum support; and pediatric treatments. She also specializes in treating chronic neck and shoulder tension; headaches and migraines; and pain. Ms. McCallum has a Bachelor's degree from Northwestern University where she majored in Human Development and Psychological Services and a Master's degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine - Chicago.

Al Ladesic, L.Ac.
Al’s discovery of Traditional Chinese Medicine began when he sought out an alternative treatment for depression and insomnia. Heeding a friend’s advice, he began seeing an acupuncturist, and his improvement in sleep quality and well being were almost immediate. Inspired by the power behind his own healing, Al decided to leave a long career in real estate and finance to pursue a calling in Chinese Medicine. Mr. Ladesic graduated from the Master’s program at Midwest College of Oriental Medicine and is NCCAOM board-certified in acupuncture. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. Al’s acupuncture style is a blend of distal needling acupuncture, orthopedic acupuncture, and medical pulse diagnosis to provide a comprehensive approach to musculoskeletal as well as internal disorders. Al lives in Vernon Township with his wife Mary and daughter Sofia.

Jasmine Sassack, Childbirth Doula & Educator
Jasmine is a badass birth doula who will help you achieve the kick-ass, badass birth of your dreams! She is credentialed through ProDoula, and is also a certified childbirth educator through HypnoBirthing International. Jasmine believes birth should be a simple and beautiful process that every birthing person actually looks forward to! She is 38 years old and married to her husband of 12 years (who also happens to be an acupuncturist). Together they have two "homemade" children (one hospital birth with an epi, one home waterbirth). They also were foster parents for eight years and fostered 20 children and adopted four. If you've lost count: that's six kids in their family now. Plus several former foster kiddos who still come around quite often. Jasmine is also a reiki practitioner at Family Tree Holistic Health. How does she do it all? She's a badass woman who gets shit done. Just like you.