our team
serving you
Dr. Julie Carestio, PT, DPT, IFMCP
women’s health physical therapy
functional medicine
private yoga classes
Dr. Julie Carestio is a licensed physical therapist, Institute for Functional Medicine certified practitioner, certified herbal consultant, certified yoga teacher, certified Heart Math practitioner and the owner & founder of Sage Center for Women’s Health & Sage Physical Therapy and Women’s Health. She is passionate about providing care that seeks out the root cause of dis-ease and supports the body to encourage healing and vitality.
Dr. Aimee Akers, DNP, APRN-CNM, CPM, IBCLC
holistic gynecology for all ages
homebirth
prenatal, postpartum & newborn care
lactation consulting
Dr. Aimee Akers is a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Midwifery, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Professional Midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, co-founder of Ten Moons Midwifery and mother of three. Dr Aimee has an abiding commitment to the field of maternal infant health and has served expecting and postpartum families for 25 years. She is dedicated to providing respectful, compassionate and individualized care.
Desiree Cripps, BSN, CPM, RN
homebirth
prenatal, postpartum & newborn care
holistic nutrition workshops
Desiree is a Certified Professional Midwife, Registered Nurse and co-founder of Ten Moons Midwifery.
Dr. Rachel Axmacher, PT, DPT
somatic experiencing
physical therapy for infants
Dr. Rachel Axmacher is a licensed physical therapist with experience in working with patients of all ages from pediatrics to geriatrics. She is especially passionate about working with infants and young children and is excited to offer PT for infants at Sage. Dr. Rachel also has extensive knowledge and training in the autonomic nervous system and polyvagal theory. She is trained in Somatic Experiencing and uses a gentle approach to help people access and process stored tension and trauma in the body. She is dedicated to helping clients experience a felt sense of safety in their body, learn to support their autonomic nervous system, and create expansion in their lives.
Sara Davis MS, MPH, CNS, LDN, PTA
functional nutrition
lifestyle wellness
Sara is a licensed clinical nutritionist and physical therapist assistant with 25 years of experience as an integrative and functional healthcare practitioner. She is dedicated to helping women achieve vibrant health by addressing the root causes of their concerns with a focus on the complex interplay of factors affecting fertility, pregnancy, and hormonal balance by addressing gut health, stress, nutrition, and environmental influences. Her goal is to help women feel heard, understood, and confident on their journey toward optimal wellness. She believes that with knowledge and encouragement women can both improve their health and thrive in life.
Natalia Ossinova, IBCLC, RN/BSN, MIA, MPH
lactation consulting
women’s circles (pregnancy, postpartum and menopause)
Natalia is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Certified Sisterhood Circle Facilitator, Certified Womb Circle Facilitator, certified yoga instructor, former La Leche League leader and former obstetrical nurse.
Rebecca Wilson-Nagy, LMT, MLD-C
therapeutic bodywork
energy healing
manual lymphatic drainage
Rebecca is a licensed massage therapist, certified Integrative Energetic Medicine practitioner, Holistic Pelvic Care™ practitioner, certified manual lymphatic drainage therapist and is certified in The Stephenson Method of Creative Healing. She has also completed training in cupping therapy, sound healing therapy, as well as yoga teacher training. With 25 years of experience, Rebecca is passionate about and committed to providing a nurturing, supportive and safe environment for her clients.
Brandie Leonard, RYT
slow flow
vinyasa flow
Brandie is a certified yoga instructor (RYT-200) with advanced training in prenatal and postpartum yoga and a dual certified birth doula. She began her dedicated yoga practice in 2016, discovering both metal clarity and physical strength along the way. Passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive environment, Brandie is dedicated to guiding students of all backgrounds and abilities through transformative yoga experiences that foster strength, balance and well-being.