Member Directory
Jason Luban, MS, LAc, is a California-licensed acupuncturist and NCCAOM Diplomate. Jason has a background in integrating advanced communications, neurolinguistic programming, and hypnosis into medical practice in order to improve doctor-patient communication and speed the process of symptom relief. He created and ran a private acupuncture practice in the Bay Area for 30 years, was the Founder of Trigram Software (makers of AcuBase), and has been published in the California Journal of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture Today.
Jason has since sold his practice and resides in the white hills of Spain with his wife. Because of his business development background, and his successful sale of his acupuncture practice, Jason has now created Selling A Practice, where he consults with and guides health practitioners with tools and resources, looking to sell their businesses.
Holly Guzman has consistently practiced and taught Chinese Medicine since 1983. Since those early days she has been faculty at Five Branches University in Santa Cruz, and a regular presenter at conferences around the country. She is the mother of three, and the grandmother of many. The gentle art of Shoni Shin (children's acupuncture) was taught to her in Kyoto in 1987, and she continues to use and teach this, mixing it with experience, herbalism, and whatever is practical for kid's health.
Lori Guynes first came to Santa Barbara in 1986 to complete her BA in Women's Studies and Sociology at UCSB. In 2000, she received her Masters degree from the Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine where she also served on the faculty. Around that time, she also received training as a doula (labor assistant).
In her Chinese medical practice, Lori focuses on fertility enhancement and pregnancy care, utilizing gentle acupuncture, lifestyle and nutritional counseling, and herbal medicine. When not in the office, she's most likely to be found on the yoga mat, hiking in the Santa Barbara foothills, or tending to her garden.
Grasshopper asks Lori: What is your favorite herb, formula, or acupuncture point and why?
As a practitioner who is often surrounded by sick folks, I must say I really appreciate the formula Gan Mao Ling for keeping well! I also love Curing Pills. Fun to share them with family and friends and see how pleased they are with their effectiveness.
Dr Michael Gaeta is a visionary educator, clinician and writer in the field of natural healthcare. He holds licenses in acupuncture, dietetics-nutrition and massage therapy, and is a doctor of acupuncture in Rhode Island. Michael earned his master’s degree in acupuncture from the New York College of Health Professions, where he was a faculty member for ten years. Michael’s teaching is informed by 22 years of successful clinical practice. He has appeared on the CBS Early Show, WB11 News and NBC News, and presents seminars nationally on nutrition, herbal therapy, business success, medical ethics and Chinese medicine. His wellness radio show on Contact Talk Radio has attracted over 55,000 subscribers. Michael is also a pianist and composer. His passion is to give, love and serve through teaching, hands-on therapies, and writing. A native of New York City, Michael enjoys life in Colorado with his wife and two children.
Geoff Gray holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy (Simmons '03) with a focus in manual therapy and leg biomechanics. He has over 10 years of experience as a PT and is partner at Elite Performance and Rehabilitation in Santa Barbara, CA.
Geoff also owns a biomechanical research company called Heeluxe. He created his first marketable heel insert in April 2010, and has since been approached by several athletic brands — New Balance, Teva and Deckers — to research and design footwear that optimizes foot and leg function and comfort.
Amy Hazard is a life-long resident of Santa Barbara. She was born and raised in Santa Barbara on the Gaviota Coast in the Santa Ynez Mountains surrounded by oak forests and sagebrush. Her passion for herbal therapy includes a lifelong study of native plant medicine, commencing in the cataloging of Santa Barbara's native medicinals into a Chinese medicine materia medica, mentored by Peter Holmes, L.Ac. Amy incorporates native and naturalized plant herbs, essential oils, and hydrosols into her acupuncture and bodywork treatments.
Grasshopper asks Amy: What is your favorite herb?
My favorite herb is definitely California mugwort, Artemisia douglasiana. It alters the brain waves in a unique and unparalleled way to allow for peace and relaxation.
