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Thrive Wellness believes that creating healthy, balanced lifestyles is just as important as developing awareness and balance in our environment. We show our commitment to this philosophy by donating 1% of our net profit to environmental organizations. We feel taking responsibility for our bodies as well as our environment truly creates a balanced lifestyle.
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Adam Fuller L.Ac, CSCS | Caitlin Fuller MSTOM, HHP | Lili Gould L.Ac, C.SMA
Heidi Fearon L.Ac | Ian Armstrong L.Ac, HHP, C.SMA | Kayla Maysey NCMT | Dr. Dana Carson, Psy.D.
 Originally from Orange County, CA, Adam moved to Santa Barbara, CA to attend the University of California at Santa Barbara where he graduated in 2000 with a B.A. in Psychology and minors in Health & Exercise Science and History. Adam has been a certified fitness trainer since 1999, and currently holds the distinguished CSCS certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Adam was the Personal Training Director for 6 years at Goleta Valley Athletic Club in Goleta, CA where he created several fitness training programs and group fitness classes. Adam has trained a variety of clients ranging from novice exercisers to post-rehabilitation patients and professional athletes. In 2006, Adam moved to San Diego, CA to continue personal training and attend graduate school for acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine where he received his Masters of Science. Currently, Adam’s education, research, and treatment’s focus on acupuncture, herbs, nutraceudicals, postural alignment, kinesio taping, and nutrition as methods for pain management, athletic performance enhancement, weight loss, and general wellness. Adam is also the fitness coordinator at the Wittgrove Bariatric Center at Scripps Hospital in La Jolla, CA.
In his own time, Adam competes in triathlons and marathons and spends time playing tennis and golf. He enjoys all kinds of music, reading, and engaging in numerous activities with his wife and son Weston. Adam’s interests, training, and research have significantly influenced his unique treatment and training style that relieves, challenges, educates, and inspires his patients’ lifestyles.
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 Caitlin grew up at the beach in San Diego, CA. She graduated in 1995 with a B.A. in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Biology from The Evergreen College in Olympia, Washington. Caitlin has been a massage therapist since 2000 and currently has a Holistic Health Practitioner license from the City of San Diego as well as a certification from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). Caitlin was the massage therapist at Goleta Valley Chiropractic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Goleta, CA for 2 years where she focused on diverse pain rehabilitation, sports injuries, and postural and neuromuscular correction. In 2002, Caitlin co-founded the accredited Santa Barbara Bodyworks massage school in Santa Barbara, CA where she taught swedish massage, sports massage, neuromuscular therapy, and deep tissue massage classes. Caitlin’s vast knowledge, experience, and perceptive touch developed into a thriving private practice where she continued to create comprehensive and individualized therapeutic techniques for pain management, injury prevention, and overall relaxation and balance. In 2006, Caitlin relocated to San Diego to continue her practice and attend graduate school at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine for acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and Tui Na (a blend of Chinese physical therapy and bodywork) where she received her Masters of Science in 2010. Currently, Caitlin specializes in TCM, Women’s health, pain rehabilitation, musculoskeletal imbalance, sports injuries, and pediatric medicine.
In her spare time, Caitlin enjoys outdoor activities and exercise. She has competed in several marathons and triathlons, and enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and yoga. But most of all, she loves spending time with her husband and son Weston. Her personal endeavors , education, and personality have crossed over to a unique and intuitive understanding in her treatments and bodywork practice.
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 After growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, Lili moved to Philadelphia in 1996 to attend Bryn Mawr College where she studied Art History and French. After graduation in 2000, her studies took her to Paris, France and then to New York City where she explored a career at the Museum of Modern Art in Manhattan. Deciding to enter the medical field, Lili then gained healthcare experience working for AmeriCorps and for a Philadelphia Aids Research Foundation. In 2003, Lili decided to attend Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego where she received her Masters of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine.
Completing an additional one-year training in sports medicine acupuncture with the internationally renowned acupuncturist Matt Callison, Lili became a certified Sports Medicine Acupuncture Specialist in 2010. Currently, she is a teaching assistant for the Sports Medicine Acupuncture program and in the past has assisted in the Acusport Seminar Series and Treatment of Orthopedic Disorders class at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Her studies and additional training in postural alignment and corrective exercises have created treatments for collegiate, Olympic, and professional athletes including several San Diego Chargers.
In her spare time, Lili enjoys yoga, running, meditation and exploring San Diego with her husband and daughter Juno. Lili’s diverse background helps her to gracefully blend together orthopedic rehabilitation and the energetic-intuitive aspects of Chinese Medicine in her acupuncture practice.
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 Born and raised in Boise, Idaho, Heidi left the big potato state in 1992 for Annapolis, Maryland to attend the United States Naval Academy where she held 14 swim records and was both a member of the Patriot League All Decade Team and awarded the 1996 Admiral Lawrence Sword for Most Accomplished Female Athlete. After the Academy, Heidi completed 9 years of active duty in the Navy as a Lieutenant Commander in the Supply Corps and now serves as a reservist.
In 2005, Heidi left active service to attend graduate school for acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM) emphasizing in postural alignment for improved sport’s performance and injury rehabilitation and prevention. While at PCOM, she also completed her HHP (1000 massage training hours) and started her own massage practice in Coronado, CA. After graduation in 2008, Heidi studied abroad in China, India, and Nepal and became a teaching assistant for her mentor Matt Callison in his Sports Medicine Acupuncture Program. Heidi’s educational and professional experiences have tremendously influenced her treatment approach where she combines orthopedic and sports medicine, visualization therapy, and unique massage and bodywork with acupuncture and TCM to improve the lives of all her patients form the weekend warriors to the professional athletes.
Heidi is also a certified yoga instructor, certified advanced Theta practitioner, and a very active member in the CrossFit Gym and community . She has competed in numerous triathlons and adventure races including Ironman. In 2001, Heidi finished in the top 5 of the Military Eco Challenge and at the Military Games represented the Navy women's winning team in the pentathlon. She was also the runner up for the Navy’s Top Military Athlete in 2002.
Grounded by the love of her life, Koda (a Buddha like Labra doodle), she loves traveling, meditating, and being active. But, her true passion is helping people experience their unlimited potential and release any self-limiting beliefs in their lives.
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 Raised in Palo Alto, California, Ian developed a desire for health, fitness, and outdoor activities at an early age. Wishing to maintain close proximity to the outdoors, Ian started off at Humboldt State University and later transferred to the University of New Orleans to study his other passion - jazz music and performance. After several enjoyable years in New Orleans, Ian decided to relocate to San Diego to pursue a Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM) where he graduated in 2009 with an emphasis in sports/orthopedic injuries.
During his time at PCOM, Ian immersed himself in several externships and educational programs. Since 2007, Ian has interned with the renowned acupuncturist Matt Callison focusing on rehabilitation therapy and later completed an additional 1-year comprehensive sports medicine training, becoming a certified Sports Medicine Acupuncture Specialist ®. Currently, Ian is a teaching assistant for the SMAS program. In 2009, Ian completed an internship at the Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chengdu, China where he observed and treated complex medical cases. And later in 2009, Ian received his Holistic Health Practitioner certification from the city of San Diego recognizing his 1000 hours of massage and bodywork training. Through his education and additional certifications, Ian has developed a precise, integrative treatment approach incorporating several modalities from Western and Eastern medicine.
In his spare time, Ian is an avid runner and age-group competitor and holds the distinguished title of Boston Marathon qualifier. Ian truly loves the outdoors, music, his dog Yuda, his cat Bonnie, and his football team the New Orleans Saints.
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 A California native, Kayla is originally from Atascadero in San Luis Obispo County. Growing up extremely active, Kayla excelled at soccer where she aspired to play collegiately. Unfortunately, after two major knee surgeries, Kayla had to give up soccer and focus more on her therapy and pain prevention. Ultimately, this experience created an interest in massage and injury rehabilitation.
Her massage training began in 2005 as an apprentice to an acupuncturist and massage therapist specializing in injury care. During this apprenticeship she learned how to assess structural misalignments and correct dysfunction in the body. This valuable training carried over to Hirudaya Holistic Life Center and California Holistic Institute in San Luis Obispo County where Kayla received her practitioner and therapist certification in 2006. She continued her training at the Healing Arts Institute in Citrus Heights, CA where she became certified in acupressure, Hawaiian LomiLomi and myofascial bodywork.
Kayla relocated to San Diego in 2009 to expand her massage practice. Using modalities such as deep tissue, trigger point therapy, integrated shiatsu, and sports massage, her massage and bodywork sessions began focusing on structural realignment and injury rehabilitation and prevention. Kayla has also integrated low level laser therapy, also known as soft or cold laser therapy, to increase the body's ability to repair itself and help aid in injury recovery. Her variety of massage techniques allows her to work on a diverse clientele ranging from professional athletes - including many of the San Diego Chargers - to clients simply in need of recuperation and relaxation.
In her efforts to release her client’s stress and overwhelmed lifestyles, Kayla has studied Quantum Lightweaving and she is currently pursuing certification in Basic and Advanced Theta Healing. These energetic practices and methods will provide more effective and well-rounded massage for her clients.
Kayla strongly believes in the body, mind, and spirit connection and how important it is to stay in balance. Her individualized massage sessions combine many modalities and are refined to fit her client’s needs allowing them to experience complete relaxation, fulfillment, and restoration.
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 Dr. Carson is a bilingual, clinical psychologist with professional experience serving individuals, couples, children, and families through therapy and assessments. Dr. Carson has assisted individuals with chronic pain, depression, anxiety, trauma, autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, adjustment difficulties, stress reduction needs, life transition concerns, and immigration/ acculturation issues.
Using an integrative approach, Dr. Carson assesses an individual’s situation from several angles, including both internal and external factors affecting their lives. She is dedicated to helping her client achieve their goals, as well as guiding them toward increased emotional satisfaction and wellness. Past clients describe her as approachable, supportive, and professional, noting their approval of the personalized and comprehensive attention she gives to each individual’s needs.
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