Meet Our Practitioners
CHIROPRACTIC
Betty Hernandez-Tupta D.C., CHP, Biofield Tuner
Owner and Founder of Back Benders, BB Wellness Collective, & The Auric Fields
Dr. Betty is a Chiropractor that believes in a holistic approach to evaluating the body’s acute and chronic ailments. This holistic approach integrates and strengthens the relationship between the physical body and the subtle energy body to help achieve overall health. Unprocessed emotions and traumas can express themselves physically and emotionally, by utilizing a multidisciplinary approach, healing is achieved on many levels.
Dr. Betty’s chiropractic sessions can include tuning forks, vibrational sound therapy, fire cupping, physical therapy, trigger point therapy, stretching, and of course, Chiropractic adjustment. Fire cupping encourages circulation and detoxification of the tissues, while Tuning Forks brings the body into a state of rest and relaxation. This combination preps the tissues to be supple and receptive to the chiropractic adjustment, as well as supporting the immune system and overall health. This integrated approach to wellness allows her to tailor each session to meet your body’s needs.
For availability and to book an appointment:
backbenders.com | (323) 344-8879 | @back.benders
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MASSAGE
Mary Frances Spencer LMT
Massage Therapist, Cranial-Sacral Therapist, and Vibrational Sound Healer
Mary Frances Spencer has been teaching movement and Yoga since 2000, and was certified as a Massage Therapist at Hands on Healing Institute in 2005. Since then she has completed certifications on Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Energy /Crystal Healing, Aromatherapy, Sound Healing, and in 2019 completed a 300 hour certification in Cranial Sacral Therapy at Life Energy Institute. She also offers Sound Baths with her array of Crystal and Tibetan Singing bowls.
Her Bodywork sessions usually integrate a combination of modalities, taking into account each client's specific needs and requests. She seeks to increase mobility and decrease tension, pain and blocks. She uses Tuning Forks and Sound in every session as well as aromatherapy and pain-relieving oils. She is also available for private Yoga or Stretching instruction.
For availability and to book an appointment:
Mary Frances Spencer website | (818) 209-1854 | hennatouch@yahoo.com
PILATES
Kim Cuna
Pilates Instructor and Emotion Code Practitioner
Kim started her Pilates journey after being drawn to the effectiveness it had on her post-pregnancy. After a few sessions, she was inspired to become certified in rehabilitative Pilates and to teach and educate others on how to heal the body through movement.
Learning more about the mind and body connection, she noticed how emotions affect health, mentally and physically. She soon discovered the Emotion Code, a modality that releases trapped emotions that hinder happiness and health. In 2020, she became certified and has been practicing ever since. Today, she integrates Pilates, Emotion Code, and other healing modalities to assist others in their healing journey.
For availability and to book an appointment:
PILATES
Sammy Brewster, NCPT
Black Moon Pilates
Sammy is a classically trained Pilates instructor with a contemporary approach. Her journey with Pilates began at the age of 16 when a ballet injury introduced her to reformer Pilates during her rehabilitation process. Since then, Pilates has become an integral part of her life, guiding her on a path of passion and expertise.
While Sammy is relatively new to teaching, her extensive experience and dedication to Pilates have provided her with a unique perspective. Her primary goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyBODY feels empowered to embrace Pilates as a means to enhance both physical and mental well-being.
Sammy firmly believes in the mind-body connection and its transformative power. Through her teachings, she not only focuses on strengthening and mobilizing the body but also emphasizes the importance of nurturing the connection between the mind and body to deepen the Pilates practice.
For availability and to book an appointment:
(323) 980-6004 | sammy@blackmoonpilates.com | @blackmoonpilates | blackmoonpilates.com