The Interactive Roundtable is a unique format whereby mini-workshops will be happening simultaneously at each table. Each presentation will be led by a dynamic woman professional there to enlighten you about her work and provide you with a group interactive experience.

Interactive Roundtable Speakers

Jennifer Belikoff

Massage Therapist at Red Bank Acupuncture Center, Student of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Tracy Borut, OTR

Occupational Therapist, Reiki Master, IET Master, Specializes in Essential Oils
Please join me in exploring how Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils work and maximize our mental, physical and spiritual well being. This roundtable will allow everyone a chance to experience the lovely aroma of 3-7 oils and discuss their practical uses for everyday health.

Danielle Castellano, BA, MA

Physical Trainer, Yoga Instructor
Danielle Castellano will be teaching deep breathing meditation and stretches. Danielle will help you create proper alignment to open your heart center to something bigger than yourself allowing you to tap into a larger universal energy.

Nancy Conn-Levin, M.A.

Health Educator, Specializes in stress management, particularly with respect to women who are juggling roles and responsibilities in mid-life.

Beth Deutch, MD

Breast Imager and Radiologist
Perhaps the most studied medical intervention of all times, mammography continues to get a “bad rap”, both from a segment of the scientific community, and the media and lay public. Why? What is the proof that it saves lives? What are the myths about mammography, and how can we make it a less unpleasant experience ? Dr. Beth Deutch, a dedicated Breast Imager who is tired of being compared to the dentist, is committed to facilitating a woman’s access to and compliance with screening mammography. She will review the evidence of its effectiveness and offer tips on how to select a mammography facility, what to look for and how to approach the experience. Time permitting, there will be a discussion about some of the newer ancillary breast screening modalities.

Vicki DeNoia, NP-C

Board Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner
Osteoporosis–Why women need to be concerned–
Who is at risk, Prevention, Screening and Treatment

Sharon Falco, MD

Psychiatrist
Menopause and Mood

Donna Gallagher, M.S., R.D.

Nutrition Therapist specializing in Pediatric, Adolescent and Adult Weight Management, Eating Disorders treatment and prevention, wellness care
Discussion of what eating disorders are - signs, symptoms, causes; Discussion of disordered eating and exercise behaviors - when are behaviors "normal" vs. disordered; Tools and strategies to combat food obsessions and unhealthy eating behaviors; How to stop the diet/rebound cycle and associated weight cycling.

Marti Giardina, C.Ht.

Certified Hypnotherapist
Imagine what would happen if we used our innate "ability" to worry and redirected that energy for positive thoughts ??? Learn how to use hypnosis to train your brain, changing it from enemy to ally. Sorry, no clucking like chickens. Only soaring like eagles above the negative self-talk which has held us down.

Irene Gibson, M.A., P.T., CTP

Integrative Manual Therapy, Traeger Practitioner

Blair Glaser, MA

Psychospiritual Counselor and Drama Therapist
The power of play Get ready to redefine the meaning of "roundtable discussion!" There are many ways of interacting, but most of the time we only talk or are only aware of talking. Bring your creativity, spontaneity, and the rest of your body into a fun-filled time of contact with others at the table.

Sheri Glick, N.C.M.T., R.Y.T.

Massage Therapist, Phoenix Rising Yoga
Yoga means union of mind, body and spirit. In this 20-minute interactive you will have an opportunity to experience that connection through focused breath, and taking the time to look at the physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual parts of yourself. This will be followed by a short integration.

Darry Guli, R.N., N.P.,C., R.Y.T.

Fairhaven Yoga
I will do a centering and then teach yoga postures designed for use at the office and on airplane flights. I will provide pens and paper for journaling after the experience and then lead a discussion. We will close with a short reading.

Cynthia Hildebrand

Homeopathic Educator
The Benefits of Homeopathy

Barbara Holstein, Ed.D.

Psychotherapist
My talk at the roundtable will focus on THE ENCHANTRESS WITHIN each woman. We have the power to create positive 'magic' in the world by understanding and utilizing the seven essential components of enchantment. I will briefly discuss these components, utilizing case vinettes to illustrate.

Laurie Jeffers, MSN, FNP

Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
Woman's hormonal journey along her lifespan from puberty to perimenopause and beyond.

Cheryl Jiosne

Herbalist, owner of Second Nature Natural Foods and Products in Red Bank, N.J.
I intend to discuss the benefits of herbs for addressing such issues as menopause, fatigue and compromised immune systems. I can be very flexible with my discussion and go in the direction of the questions asked of me.

Roslyn Karpel

Aura Reader and Coach, Teacher, Feng Shui Practitioner & Interior Designer
I will explain the seven main chakras that make up the aura. I will point out the psychological, spiritual and feelings aspect of each center. Participants will get an opportunity to tune into each other's energy field and learn how they, too, can see auras.

Shoshanna Katzman, L.Ac., M.A.

Acupuncturist, Qigong Teacher
You have both an energy body and a physical body which make up your personal union. Your personal union is like a marriage which needs good communication, mutual respect, and reliable commitment. Many people have problems with this marriage manifesting in a “crash and burn” situation at every turn they make in life. Shoshanna will share knowledge about how you can foster a better relationship between your energy body and your physical body through the practice of Qigong, Tai Chi and Acupuncture.

Carol L. Kornmehl, M.D., FACRO

Radiation Oncologist, Public Speaker, Media Expert, Patient Advocate, and Author

Sue Kozel

Public Relations and Thank You Consultant, Herbs, Flowers
Bringing in some of my best books on color symbolism and scent triggers, I will discuss how we might incorporate the world of nature’s flowers and herbs to be our companions for healing. My goal is to instill in women that they have to thank themselves everyday for all they are doing by reintroducing the natural world into their lives.

Shari Lieberman, Ph.D., CNS, FACP

Nutritionist
Dr. Lieberman will be sharing more information on the subjects of breast health, menopause, and weight management. She will be there to interact with you directly and answer your personal questions.

Alice Loffredo, B.A.

Astrologer
I will introduce the concept of the horoscope and its total uniqueness, and discuss how it can be a tool that helps us understand not only our fullest potential and purpose, but also how it provides information about the skills, talents and challenges we are all born with that affect how we actualize that potential and purpose. The material is very rich and varied, and it is my experience in similar situations that once the discussion gets rolling, the challenge becomes how to “cut it off”. Therefore, I am not at all concerned about filling the time with meaningful information and dialog.

Melissa Makin Sannelli, D.C.

Chiropractor
Dr. Mellissa Makin Sannelli will be opening up the discussion on preventive ways to stay free of disease and pain, particularly through chiropractic and NAET (Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique.) Brief testimonials and research will be shared of actual cases where cancer and other diseases were reversed through the help of these natural balancing methods. Dr. Makin Sannelli will also share highlights of her popular lecture “Detox Your Blues Away.”

Sylvia McGriff, PhD

Clinical Psychologist
• Background in western psychologies, multi-cultural spiritual approaches, eastern philosophies, and meditation
• Specialized training in recovery from trauma, marital and family problems, sexual issues, and anxiety and depression
A roundtable experience to begin your inner journey to the discovery of your authentic self. Interactive and guided meditation techniques will help you “dream a little dream” of how you can be if you dare to be you. If you can dream it, you can be it.

Margarita Menocal, L.P.T.

Physical therapist and a certified feldenkrais practitioner
In this lecture practicum we will learn in a playful and exploratory way by sensing, listening and feeling through movement how we relate to ourselves and how we develop the ability to relate to others. We use play as an active form of learning that unites the mind, the body and the spirit. Learn the importance of play in cognitive, physical and emotional development.

Madeline Muise, MSW, LCSW

Social worker
UNBLOCK YOUR LIFE. Do you sometimes feel that you are swimming against a current. Can’t make things happen the way you’d like – relationships, business and personal change? Join us for a time of fun and discovery as you analyze five universal symbols and their placement in your life.

Donna Mutter, D.C.

Chiropractor
Dr. Donna Mutter will be teaching you about Network Spinal Analysis (NSA) which is a low force approach consisting of gentle touch contacts along the neck and back. This Network Spinal technique is done to achieve a greater communication between the brain and the body and to enhance new sensory and motor strategies. Each level of care through this technique involves the development of new and unique spontaneous spinal wave motions and body oscillations. These waves, which are suggested to be associated with the greater spinal stability, the redistribution of energy, and the transfer of internal information are also associated with greater wellness, improved quality of life, and increased life enjoyment.

Carol Penn-Erskine

Yoga Teacher, Lactation Consultant, Medical Student

Kathy Poehnert, M.Ed.Psych.

Certified Professional Life Coach, Parent Educator, Corporate Seminar Presenter
What do you really, really want for your life? Why don’t you have it now?
Life coaching helps you clarify goals, set outcomes, examine and manage obstacles and move forward in action. In this roundtable discussion, you will spin the “Wheel of Life”, vision for specific outcomes, set S.M.A.R.T. goals, and uncover the self-sabotaging “gremlins” that prevent you from having all that you want.

Gayle Reichler, MS, RD, CDN

Nutritionist
Gayle, Author of Active Wellness: Feel Good For Life (Penguin Putnam Dec.2003), will discuss with you how you can change old habits and take on new desired behaviors just by changing your thoughts! In this session Gayle will provide you with the some tools to help you take control of your health so you can feel good for life and carve out more time for personal wellness everyday, in the areas of nutrition, exercise, and stress management.

Marissa Spano, RYT

Yoga Teacher, Blue Moon Yoga
You will be entranced by the different breathing techniques, and relaxation exercises in the 20 minute interactive experience. After explaining a little about the psychobiology of yoga regarding kids, women, men and elders, I will discuss the charkas and how they relate to your yoga/stretching routine. We will then be ending with the exhilarating experience of coloring a meditation mandala.

Felicia D. Stoler, MS, RD

Nutritionist, Exercise Physiologist, ADA Registered Dietician, ACSM Certified Health and Fitness Instructor, AAAI Certified Pre/Post Natal Exercise
Breaking the dieting cycle - incorporating behavioral changes into your life to meet your goals - through food and fitness. Learn how to enjoy food again without the guilt. Say goodbye to the fads. Learn how the body works, how to fuel it & be happy.

Kathleen Thomsen, MD, MPH

Specializes in integrative/alternative medicine, herbs, Women’s health and wellness
Dr. Thomsen will discuss the medicine of the future: functional medicine and genomics - how to understand your specific risks and individualize your prevention strategies for health concerns such as breast cancer, osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease.

Alison Uccello, MD

Medical doctor specializing in Adults and Adolescents
Women are remarkable creatures. We are capable of doing so many things. Our bodies are designed to give new life. We are mothers, daughters, wives, and caretakers; we are engaged in fast paced careers and often all at the same time! We are living complicated and hectic lives thats takes its toll on our biological aging clocks. I want to empower women.I will discuss 'prevention' first and foremost and how we can protect ourselves in this sometimes hostile environment. Balance is the key to this success. I will tell you how you can achieve this balance. This inner peace and harmony. As we age and go through different stages of our lives we need to be equipped for what's ahead. I will share many of my practices that have helped women through these changes; changes such as obesity, depression, migraine headaches,PMS,muscle aching, perimenopause, menopause and more. Finally, I will speak about hormonal balance and what that really means and how it effects every aspect of our lives and how we can keep them in check so that we will be healthy and feel vibrant and beautiful as we should.

Janice Volk, P.T., C.H.T., OCS

Physical Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist, Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Sports

Mindy Wiser-Estin, MD

Gynecologist
Alternatives to Hormone Therapy for Menopausal Symptoms In July 2002, the NIH halted the Women’s Health Initiative study looking at the use of estrogen and progesterone for the prevention of heart disease, osteoporosis, etc. because the risks outweighed the benefits. Since that time, many of us have looked to alternative therapies for the relief of menopause symptoms. I will discuss the risks, benefits and possible side effects of various herbal remedies (Vitex, Black Cohosh, Evening Primrose Oil, Red Clover) as well as SSRIs (Prozac, Zoloft, Effexor, etc.) and bisphosphorates (Fosomax, Actonel) for osteoporosis.

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If you would like to participate as an interactive roundtable speaker in the Women Healing Women Conference, please call 732-758-1800.

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