Business Details
Your Trusted Source for Acupuncture in Brooklyn
At Carrie Cegelis, LAc, LMT, BCST, we believe in the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit as the foundation for true healing. Founded by Carrie Cegelis, a licensed acupuncturist, massage therapist, and certified practitioner in biodynamic craniosacral therapy, our center has dedicated decades to helping clients reclaim their health through integrative, client-centered care. With advanced training in practices such as NLP coaching, Ericksonian hypnosis, and polarity therapy, we specialize in guiding individuals through physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges. Our approach combines traditional Chinese medicine, gentle bodywork, and energy-centered techniques to address conditions ranging from chronic pain to stress-related disorders. Clients can choose between in-person sessions at our Brooklyn, New York location or virtual consultations for personalized wellness support.We tailor each treatment to the unique needs of the individual, recognizing that healing emerges from honoring both the visible and subtle dynamics of human experience. By fostering awareness and alignment with natural rhythms, we empower clients to move beyond limiting patterns toward greater vitality and self-expression. Our work with infants focuses on resolving birth-related tensions to support healthy development from the earliest stages of life. With over 20 years of professional expertise and ongoing postgraduate education, we maintain a commitment to excellence in every aspect of our practice. At Carrie Cegelis, LAc, LMT, BCST, we prioritize transparency, ethical care, and the cultivation of inner resources to create sustainable pathways toward wholeness.
Services
Acupuncture
Massage Therapy
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy for Infants
Highlights and features
- We integrate acupuncture, craniosacral therapy, and energy work for comprehensive healing.
- Our founder completed advanced training at the Upledger Institute and Shea Education Group.
- Over two decades of experience in natural health and wellness practices.
- Tailored treatments for adults and infants address prenatal/postnatal challenges.
- Committed to ethical, client-centered care emphasizing long-term well-being.
Services
Acupuncture
Biodynamic acupuncture integrates traditional Chinese/Japanese techniques with craniosacral principles to restore qi flow and internal harmony. Sessions involve strategic needle placement combined with gentle body contact to address physical, emotional, and spiritual imbalances. This approach supports conditions ranging from chronic pain to stress-related disorders while promoting overall vitality and self-regulation.
Massage Therapy
Our bodywork blends acupuncture meridian theory with Swedish massage and Chinese medical massage (tui na) to relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and enhance relaxation. Sessions may incorporate craniosacral elements to address both structural and energetic aspects of well-being, tailored for therapeutic or restorative goals.
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
This gentle modality calms the nervous system by working with the bodys fluid rhythms and subtle energies. Practitioners facilitate deep stillness to release accumulated stress, aiding recovery from trauma, chronic pain, and emotional challenges while restoring natural balance and resilience.
Craniosacral Therapy for Infants
Specialized sessions address birth-related tensions affecting feeding, sleep, and development. By resolving autonomic nervous system stresses, this therapy supports infants in establishing healthy physical and emotional patterns from early life stages.
People
Carrie Cegelis
Founder & Lead Practitioner
Carrie Cegelis is a licensed acupuncturist (LAc) and certified biodynamic craniosacral therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She co-founded Carrie Cegelis, LAc, LMT, BCST in Brooklyn after completing advanced training at the Upledger Institute, Shea Education Group, and the NLP Center of NY.
Questions
What services does Living Wellness Center offer?
We provide acupuncture, massage therapy, biodynamic craniosacral therapy, and infant-focused craniosacral sessions tailored to individual needs.
Do you offer virtual consultations?
Yes, appointments can be conducted in-person at our Brooklyn location or via Zoom for remote access.
What conditions can acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture addresses digestive, respiratory, musculoskeletal, neurological, and emotional conditions, among others.
Is craniosacral therapy safe for infants?
Yes, our gentle approach helps infants integrate birth-related stress and supports healthy development.
How does biodynamic acupuncture differ from traditional methods?
Biodynamic acupuncture combines Chinese/Japanese traditions with craniosacral principles, emphasizing deep energetic alignment.
What qualifications does Carrie Cegelis hold?
She is a licensed acupuncturist (LAc), certified in biodynamic craniosacral therapy (BCST) and NLP coaching.
