Our group is committed to providing veterans with a safe and supportive environment in which to heal. We offer holistic therapies that address the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of veterans and their families.

Our Staff Includes:
FOUNDERS
Deborah Nixon, Certified Colon Therapist
Deborah specializes in cleansing and detoxification programs. She received her certification from the American Colon Therapy Research Institute in St. Louis MI, where she worked under the direction of Dr. Mark Baker. She has been practicing bodywork therapy for the past 17 years.

Gayle Sovinee, Licensed Massage Therapist
Recently joined our center bringing with her an array of bodywork experience which began in 1989 in southern California. In addition to massage, Gayle specializes in craniosacral and somato emotional release therapies.

PRACTITIONERS:
Jahna Sturges, Licensed Acupuncturist
Graduated in 1995 from the Heartwood Institue in California. She is certified in Transformational Therapy. In 2001 she received her Master's degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches Institute in California. She is nationally certified and licensed in California and North Carolina.

Kevin Scarbrough, Licensed Acupuncturist
Kevin received his training at Southwest Acupuncture College in Sante Fe, NM and has been in private practice in Asheville for more than three years. Kevin is a veteran of the United States Army and served three months in the Persian Gulf War.

Dr. Cory Noll, MS, DC
Dr. Noll is the owner of Edgewood Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Asheville, NC. He obtained his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA.

Hayes Paden MA, LPC
Hayes received his Masters in counseling from Bastyr University in 2002. Prior to that he received course work in drug and alcohol counseling. He currently is a Licensed Professional Counselor in North Carolina.

Kristine Madera, Certified Personal Trainer & Yoga Instructor
Kristine is an instructor of meditation and breathwork.

Lavinia Plonka, Director of Asheville Movement Center
Lavinia is an internationally renowned Feldenkrais teacher and author. As Director of the Asheville Movement Center, she conducts classes, maintains a private practice and teaches workshops worldwide.

Andy Karistinos, I-ACT Certified Colon Therapist
Received his certification from Tiller Mind Body Institute in San Antonio, TX.

Mary Joy Fratianne, M. Ed., NACC Certified
Mary Joy has been a chaplain for more than 20 years and holds a Bachelor's Degree from Cornell University and a Master of Education Degree in Spiritual Studies from John Carroll University. In addition to becoming certified as a Reiki Master, she has received training in Theta Healing and DNA energy work.

Molly Nixon, Licensed Esthetician
Graduated from JE Boutique College of Beauty in San Diego California. She studied privately with the master Shogo Mochizuki in Los Angeles, CA and Boulder, Colorado. The Mochizuki family has been practicing East Asian medicine and beauty treatments for over 240 years.

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HOW WE CHOSE OUR NAME
Helios was a god in Greek mythology. As the god of the Sun, Helios was believed to ride a chariot drawn by horses through the sky. As Helios illuminated earth, the Helios team works to bring light to veteran's health issues, and help them heal in a safe and supportive environment.