Our Practitioners

Seung Park, MSTOM. LAc

With over 20 years of experience as a health and wellness professional, Seung Park is a licensed acupuncturist and has more than a decade of experience as a massage therapist. He holds a yoga teacher certification and has a background as a personal trainer.

Seung has worked with cast members from productions such as The Lion King, Rent, Alvin Ailey, Les Misérables, Wicked, Chicago, and Aida. He assisted in writing Massage Therapy: What It Is and How It Works (Milady, 2010) and has served patients in New York and Geneva.

His internships have included:

  • Mount Sinai Beth Israel’s Department of Integrative Medicine

  • NYU Lutheran Medical Center’s Department of Neurology

  • Housing Works Community Healthcare

With a background in football, tennis, martial arts, and strength training, he specializes in pain management and orthopedic conditions. He strives to expand his knowledge and enhance his ability to treat patients effectively.

BO RHEE, MSTOM. LAc

Bo is a NYS licensed Acupuncturist with a Master's Degree from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Her clinical experience includes NYU Langone's Initiative for Women with Disabilities, and Housing Works Community Healthcare. Bo has apprenticed with some of the top acupuncturists and herbalists in the field, and uses this knowledge to help others.

Her initial interest in acupuncture stemmed from being an avid climber where she wanted to help fellow climbers. While she still loves helping climbers with the aches and pains she knows too well, she is also passionate about helping women through their health and wellness journey. 

When she is not in the clinic, Bo works as a landscape architect -- creating harmonious & balanced outdoor spaces for people to enjoy. 

Rachel Liao, MSAcCHM. LAc 

Rachel holds a Master’s in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (MSAcCHM) from Pacific College of Health and Sciences, where she specialized in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Classical acupuncture, including Trigger Point therapy. She practices Kiiko Matsumoto Style acupuncture, a technique that uses abdominal palpation to tailor treatments to each individual's needs. Under the mentorship of Vidhya Rojanavongse, a direct student of Kiiko Matsumoto, Rachel has refined her approach to provide personalized and effective care.

She has experience in community-style acupuncture, where she treated a diverse clientele including patients recovering from chemotherapy and marathon runners. She addresses a wide range of conditions such as musculoskeletal pain, sports injuries, fatigue, immune support, digestive issues, and gynecological concerns. Dedicated to helping New Yorkers manage stress and improve overall health, she offers personalized acupuncture care rooted in holistic principles. Her approach incorporates modalities such as Moxibustion (moxa), cupping, gua sha, tui na massage, and electro-acupuncture, tailored to support balanced health in the city’s fast-paced lifestyle.

dr. jimmy ban, dpt

Dr. Ban is a Movement Specialist and the founder of Hands On Physical Therapy. He is an expert in manual therapy with over 10 years of clinical experience. He attained his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from Southwestern University and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the Dominican College in New York. 

Dr. Ban has extensive clinical experience in outpatient orthopedics, inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, sports medicine, & pediatrics. His primary areas of expertise are manual therapy and holistic medicine. He values Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) and contemporary clinical approaches when assessing and managing his patients' conditions. 

Dr. Ban loves helping his patients get better by establishing specific, targeted exercise & training routines that help them not only heal but also prevent re-injury and improve their day-to-day lives.

Dr. eddie Kim, DPT. PT

Dr. Eddie Jaebeom Kim is a dedicated physical therapist specializing in musculoskeletal conditions. With advanced certifications in Mulligan Mobilization with Movement (MWM), IPA Functional Manipulation, and Advanced Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), Eddie provides personalized, manual therapy-focused care. A graduate of Yonsei University in Korea, Eddie also holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Loma Linda University in California.

Eddie's clinical expertise includes analyzing movement patterns to identify the root causes of dysfunction and developing targeted treatment plans that align with each patient’s unique goals. Having worked in diverse settings such as outpatient clinics and rehabilitation centers, Eddie is known for a compassionate, patient-centered approach that fosters strong relationships and supports each patient in achieving optimal health and well-being.

Leon Li, LMT. PT

Leon Li is a licensed massage therapist and personal trainer who is passionate about providing high-quality care in the health and wellness field. 

Leon received his training from the Swedish Institute and has honed his skills in a variety of techniques, including sports massage, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, myofascial, and myofascial release, among others. With a deep understanding of the relationship between muscles and their movements, he uses his expertise to help relieve discomfort ranging from chronic, long-standing conditions to more recent and acute health issues.

Leon's commitment to his patients is rooted in his belief that the best way to achieve optimal health is through a collaborative approach. He values humility and strives to learn from practitioners of all fields in order to offer his patients a well-rounded approach to wellness.

With a dedication to ongoing education and a passion for helping others, Leon is committed to providing the highest level of care to his patients.

CRISTINA PANDREA, LMT

For over a decade, Cristina worked in accounting before beginning her journey into holistic wellness in 2014, when she discovered the profound healing potential of yoga and touch therapy. What started as a personal exploration quickly grew into a deep passion for understanding the connection between mind, body, and spirit. Yoga and healing practices became powerful tools for managing stress, cultivating balance, and inspiring a new path forward.

Driven by this passion, Cristina earned certifications in Hatha Vinyasa and Kundalini Yoga, studied Thai Yoga Massage, and immersed herself in Vipassana meditation. In 2020, she graduated as a Licensed Massage Therapist from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, specializing in Prenatal Massage. Currently, Cristina is furthering her studies in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, with a special focus on women’s health.

Her treatments blend therapeutic skill with intuitive presence, supporting both immediate relief and long-term wellness.

In her personal life, Cristina embraces a holistic lifestyle rooted in acupuncture, yoga, meditation, dance, and the use of essential oils. Her commitment to self-care and personal growth enriches her work, allowing her to create a nurturing and restorative space for her clients.

Specialties:

  • Prenatal Massage

  • Deep Tissue

  • Acupressure

  • Lymphatic Drainage

  • Table Thai Yoga Massage

  • Hara Abdominal Massage

  • Relaxation and Stress Relief Techniques

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