Living Lotus Massage Community Resources

We've worked thousands of patients and clients at our Northgate clinic over the years, and deeply appreciate the opportunity to continue to work with so many very special human beings.

Visit our community pages to read book reviews, share wisdom, stay informed on future class offerings and to connect to a higher level of inspiration, creativity and abundance.

We wish to give back to the wonderful Living Lotus community that has created value, meaning, laughter, inspiration and joy to our lives.

Local Health Resources & Links

Hyejung Hayes, L.Ac.

Living Lotus Massage recommends the following organizations and individuals to our clients who may need additional support beyond receiving wellness or medical massage.

Complimentary & Alternative Medicine Services

Seattle Acupuncture Wellness Center

Originally a native of South Korea, Hyejung began her tutoring in oriental medicine at a very early age as an apprentice of her uncle, Dr. Choi Gui-Ho, a doctor of oriental medicine, practicing in Seoul. Years later, after emigrating to the United States, Hyejung graduated, with honors, from the Northwest Institute of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Seattle, where she earned a master’s degree in acupuncture and oriental medicine. Hyejung is currently a Washington State licensed acupuncturist, herbalist and a diplomat of the National Board of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She believes in the connection between the mind and body, promoting healing power within us. She is a gentle, caring practitioner helping her clients to achieve optimal health and wellness for life.

Julie Starkel, Nutritionist

GreenLake Nutrition

Julie Starkel’s passion for nutrition started over 20 years ago when she came across Adelle Davis’ book "Let’s Get Well." Since then, her career has always had its eye on health. Every day starts with breakfast.

Julie completed her master of science degree in whole foods clinical nutrition from Bastyr University in Kenmore, Washington, considered the nation's top holistic natural medicine school by experts in the field. Upon finishing her degree, she completed a 9-month intensive nutrition internship with rotations at 10 different Seattle area health care centers, including the Joslin Diabetes Center, Providence Hospital-Everett, and a rotation in sports nutrition with The University of Washington athletes. She was also fortunate to spend time with a world-reknown private practice nutritionist in Burbank, California.

As a Functional Nutritionist, Julie integrates both alternative and conventional nutrition in her practice. She looks at nutrition at the level of our cells through various blood and other tests, and uses established science to guide her work. Integrating her training from Bastyr, practical experience and post-graduate training, Julie works with supplements, herbs and most importantly, food as medicine to bring her clients’ health into balance in a way that is sustainable for the client and the earth.

Julie actively seeks continuing education, is a member of the American Dietetic Association, the Washington Dietetic Association, the Nutrition in Complementary Care practice group, and the Institute for Functional Medicine.

John Skandalis, MA, Psychotherapist

Counseling & Spiritual Services

John Skandalis Healing Arts

Hello, I'm John Skandalis, psychotherapist and licensed mental health counselor. My practice is located in the North End of Seattle. I help people live their richest and deepest lives through inspiration, empowerment, awareness and self-care. I will help you discover the myth, or story, that you have been living. As we work to change that story you’ll move towards the life you want. Don’t wait. Start today.

Credentials

National Certification in psychodrama, sociometry and group therapy as a Certified Practitioner
Masters degree in Applied Behavioral Sciences, M.A., A.B.S. from the Leadership Institute of Seattle
Bachelors degree in Communications, B.A. from the University of Washington

Affiliations

American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama (ASGPP)
Currently serving on the board of Seattle Counselors Association (SCA) www.seattlecounselors.org
Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington state