Welcome to Holistic Health Options!

The New Year is upon us and we are so thankful that you have chosen Holistic Health Options for your wellness needs. This year take time for you! Try a new modality - Reiki, Coaching, Behavioral Health therapy, or a hot stone massage! We now have a second site at our J Fitness Center at St. Francis - 95 Woodland Street, Hartford for massage, Reiki, Coaching and crystals. Check it out!

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy has been [practiced for thousands of years to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasms, and stress. Bodywork can improve the functioning of circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems and may improve the rate at which the body recovers from injury and illness. The touch of massage is an instinctive gesture of comfort and can have calming emotio... Read More

Massage therapy has been [practiced for thousands of years to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasms, and stress. Bodywork can improve the functioning of circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems and may improve the rate at which the body recovers from injury and illness. The touch of massage is an instinctive gesture of comfort and can have calming emotional and physiological effects.


Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster one-on-one session

This program provides mind-body techniques that will help a patient feel calmer before surgery, recover faster, have less pain after surgery, strengthen the immune system, and use less pain medication. A book and CD are included with this program. This program is optimal 14 -21 day s prior to your surgery - BUT any time can be advantageous. Lessen the effects of chemotherapy and radiation th... Read More

This program provides mind-body techniques that will help a patient feel calmer before surgery, recover faster, have less pain after surgery, strengthen the immune system, and use less pain medication. A book and CD are included with this program.
This program is optimal 14 -21 day s prior to your surgery - BUT any time can be advantageous.
Lessen the effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy with this same program techniques, but with variations for oncology specifics.


Energy Therapy

Energy therapy aims to create a state of balance, health and peace in a person. Also known as therapeutic touch, energy medicine, and Reiki, hands are placed lightly on or over areas of the body for pain relief, energy restoration and balance, and to stimulate the body's own natural healing abilities. Clients often feel a deep relaxation, comfort, reduction in tension, and a feeling of releas... Read More

Energy therapy aims to create a state of balance, health and peace in a person. Also known as therapeutic touch, energy medicine, and Reiki, hands are placed lightly on or over areas of the body for pain relief, energy restoration and balance, and to stimulate the body's own natural healing abilities. Clients often feel a deep relaxation, comfort, reduction in tension, and a feeling of release and peace.


Health and Life Coaching

Used to help discover the reason behind a desired health or life change, coaches empower individuals to become experts on themselves and what is best for them, identify tools to help shift behaviors, and provide both support and accountability on their wellness journey.

Akilah Barr is an inspiring Wellness Coordinator and the visionary owner of AJB Vitality & Wellness LLC. As a Licensed Massage Therapist, Reiki Master, and Shamanic Practitioner, she is dedicated to empowering individuals to cultivate harmonious lifestyle practices and find profound inner peace. Her foundational education includes Massage Therapy from the American Institute in West Hartford, CT.

Driven by a passion for holistic well-being, Akilah embarked on exploring alternative healing modalities in 2016, drawn to yoga and meditation for their profound therapeutic benefits. Since 2016, she has been a steadfast provider of trauma-informed yoga instruction, notably at Natchaug Hospital (Journey House). In her current role at Uconn’s Student Health and Wellness Department, Akilah powerfully connects with students through yoga and meditation, leveraging her diverse expertise in these areas. She is a certified RYT 200-hour Yoga Instructor (Samadhi Yoga Studio) and a Yoga of 12-Step Recovery Leader (Y12SR). Earlier in her career, she served as a Wellness Coordinator at Mountainside Treatment Center.

Akilah’s unique gift lies in her exceptional ability to deeply connect with individuals, guiding them towards their authentic and healthiest selves by integrating diverse healing modalities. She firmly believes in empowering individuals to achieve their highest developmental and spiritual growth. As the esteemed Louise L. Hay stated, “When we are ready to make positive changes in our lives, we attract whatever we need to help us”.

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Coaching and Renewal is designed to provide a transformative experience, helping you achieve a profound sense of ease, balance, and rejuvenation. Through personalized coaching sessions, we guide you in shifting perspectives, setting meaningful goals, and achieving them in a way and timeframe that works best for you. At your request, we integrate powerful wellness practices such as Reiki, crystal therapy, mindfulness, meditation, and breathing techniques to further enhance your growth and restore harmony in your life.

Tim is not only an Intuitive Coach and Reiki Master but also a Certified Crystal Energy guide, mastery level presenter, trainer, facilitator, and motivational speaker. Beyond his work with clients, he engages groups on topics like Effective Communication, Leadership Development, Moving to Wellness, Gratitude, Stress Management, and The Power of Forgiveness. Tim’s natural curiosity and dedication to learning are evident, and outside of his professional pursuits, he enjoys the outdoors, particularly spending time at the shore, all while trying to resist ordering more books on Amazon.

For more information about Tim’s practice, visit his website at https://tmicar.com/.

Coaching and Renewal is designed to provide a transformative experience, helping you achieve a pr... Read More

Gina Ferrara offers Reiki, Sound Healing, and Auricular Acupuncture, all designed to promote deep relaxation and support individuals in their wellness journey. With an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy from UCLA and 40 years of experience in mental health, Gina has developed a profound understanding of the mind-body connection. Her passion for the healing arts has led her to integrate Reiki, Sound Healing, Mindfulness/Meditation, and Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture into both her personal and professional practice. A Reiki Master in Usui Shiki Ryoho and Holy Fire/Karuna, Gina is also a Rainbow Reiki Practitioner and certified in Vibrational Healing at the Cellular Level. Additionally, as an Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist, she uses auricular acupuncture to support relaxation and recovery. Her personal and professional journey is rooted in love, kindness, joy, and acceptance—principles that guide every aspect of her work. Available services include: Reiki Healing Vibrational/Sound Healing Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture (5 needle points on the ear cartilage to induce deep relaxation, detoxification and inner release). Reiki can be combined with other services.

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Barry has been a licensed massage therapist since 2006. He has worked in hospital settings in CT and FL assisting patients with chronic diseases, pain management, and symptom relief. He is certified in oncology massage and manual lymph drainage. He is a compassionate caregiver and has volunteered for Cut Out Cancer and frequently gives his time to help others. He enjoys educating his clients on self-care techniques so that they can continue taking care of themselves between visits.

Barry has been a licensed massage therapist since 2006. He has worked in hospital settings in CT... Read More

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