Our Staff

Jamie Starkey, LAc

Lead Acupuncturist, Center for Integrative Medicine

Jamie earned a Bachelors degree in Biology, University of Toledo, and a Masters level degree in Acupuncture, American Institute of Alternative Medicine. She further enhanced her clinical training by completing a Clinical Internship at Guang AnMen Hospital in Beijing China, Acupuncture and Moxibustion Outpatient Department, an affiliate of the China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is a Diplomate of Acupuncture, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), and holds her acupuncture license from the Ohio State Medical Board. Additionally, she is a Level II Reiki Practitioner. Jamie has served as the Secretary of Ohio Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (OAAOM) 12/06-12/08 and a member Ohio Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (OAAOM) 12/05-Present.

Jamie offers Acupuncture here at Cleveland Clinic with a focus on women’s health, oncology, acute/chronic pain management, stress-related disorders and acupuncture clinical research. “I take great pride in being a clinician of Traditional Chinese Medicine. I strive to help patients discover the ability their body has to heal itself when properly supported and brought back into a balanced state of health and wellness.”

Susan Deng, LAc

Susan Deng recently joined Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Integrative Medicine, bringing more than 16 years of experience using acupuncture to manage a full range of medical conditions, including: musculoskeletal disorders, nervous system disorders, fibromyalgia, pain, anxiety, depression, sciatica, arthritis, diabetes, chronic low back pain, heart disease, weight loss, smoking cessation, migraine headaches, chronic fatigue syndrome, insomnia, and more.

Ms. Deng practiced medicine in China before coming to the United States. She is a graduate of the Sun Yi San University of Medical Science, in Guanzhou, China, where she majored in General Medicine. After graduation, Susan spent eight years as a physician at the Guangdong Rehabilitation Hospital in Canton, China. She continued her education earning her Diploma in Acupuncture and Herbology from the Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, in Canton, China.

After Ms. Deng came to the United States, she earned a Diplomate of Acupuncture, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), and she was awarded her Acupuncture License from the Ohio State Medical Board. Ms. Deng is a lifetime member of the Ohio Association of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (OAAOM).

Yanming Huang, PhD, LAc

Yanming Huang studied at Hubei University of Chinese Medicine, Wuhan, China, for five years and received his medical degree as an honor student. After graduating from the medical university, he enrolled as a graduate student at Tongji Medical University, China. During his three year graduate program, YanMing completed his training and thesis to earn his Master of Medicine degree. For several years, he held a staff position as a physician at The Hospital of Tongji Medical University. Subsequently, Yanming left China to study at the University of Leuven, Belgium where he earned his PhD in Medical Science. He is also licensed as an acupuncturist in Belgium.

He has published chapters in several books and over thirty original articles on Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine in peer-reviewed journals.

Yanming is certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), and licensed by the Ohio Medical Board as an acupuncturist. He has experience with patients who have diverse backgrounds and various conditions. He offers Acupuncture here at the Center for Integrative Medicine at Cleveland Clinic. Specialties include pain disorders, stress, menopause, infertility and other chronic conditions.

Jared West, LAc

Jared West obtained a bachelor's degree from Earlham College and a Masters level Acupuncture degree from the American Institute of Alternative Medicine where he graduated summa cum laude. He is certified as a Diplomate of Acupuncture by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Jared is also a Licensed Acupuncturist by the Ohio State Medical Board. Jared currently serves on the executive board of the Ohio Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (OAAOM) where he is also a member. Jared was first introduced to Chinese Medicine in 1991 when he began studying qi gong and tai qi. He traveled to China in 1995 to continue this study. His appreciation for the breadth of Traditional Chinese Medicine continues to shape his practice today.

"Acupuncture is foremost a holistic medicine. It is extremely effective at addressing specific conditions such as migraines, back pain, allergies, and infertility. However, the greatest benifit of acupunture is its ability to improve all of the aspects of a patient's health. My goal is to help you find that place of greater balance and well-being." - Jared West

Jared specializes in the treatment of stress related conditions, addiction recovery, sports therapy, and pain relief.

Galina Veresciak Roofener, LAc

Galina is a Nationally Board Certified, Ohio & Florida States Licensed Acupuncturist. She has over 24 years of experience in health care, including 10 years of work in a hospital rehabilitation department with challenging, multi-diagnosed patients. 
Galina V. Roofener received her Degree in Oriental Medicine from East West College of Natural Medicine in Sarasota, FL; Doctor of Naturopathy degree from Trinity College of Natural Health. Warsaw IL; studied towards Bachelor of Art of Education in Klaipeda, Lithuania; Nursing Degree from Medical College #3 St. Petersburg, Russia. Over the years she received multiple Certifications in various modalities of Alternative and Complimentary Medicine.

She has a special interest in integrative preventative and rehabilitation medicine. In her practice she focuses on improving quality of life for cancer patients, autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders and women’s health.

Galina V. Roofener has a great passion for teaching. For the last 2 years she volunteered teaching Medical Qi Gong (Chinese system of medical exercise) as a part of clinical research for Cancer patients and caregivers at Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute in Tampa FL.  Recently she served as an Instructor of Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology at Aveda Institute, Florida. In 2006 she was awarded Top Performing Educator of Aveda Institutes. In Lithuania she held a faculty position at Klaipeda University. Also, she is a published author and speaks English, Russian, and Lithuanian.

Andrew Bang, DC

Andrew Bang, DC joined the staff of the Center for Integrative Medicine in January of 2013. Dr. Bang graduated from Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, TX. While completing his clinical internship, he lived in Bogota, Colombia for 3 months treating professional and Olympic athletes in all types of sports and was recognized as the top intern of that rotation. Before moving to Cleveland, he also had the opportunity to be one of the team Chiropractors for the Texas Wranglers (Semi-pro Basketball team).

Dr. Bang treats back and neck pain, pelvic pain, shoulder, elbow and wrist pain, hip, knee and ankle pain as well as guides patients in diet and lifestyle modification. He has advanced training in muscle work, nutritional therapy and extremity manipulation.

"My ultimate goal for every patient is to help them do what they want to do, when they want to do it. I accomplish that by finding the root of the problem, using an effective treatment plan in the office and complementary home therapy."

Jennifer Dudich, LISW-S, CHT

Jennifer is a clinical social worker and clinical hypnotherapist. She integrates many years of experience working in a variety of private adolescent mental health settings as a therapist, supervisor and administrator. She also has extensive training in Social Responsability Therapy (SRT) and has provided training to licensed therapists and foster and biological families in this modality at a number of national conferences. Jennifer holds a Master's degree from Cleveland State University and continues her post-graduate training in Heart Centered Hypnotherapy through the Wellness Institute in Seattle, Washington. Jennifer is also a Registered Yoga Teacher, 200 hour level.

Tom Gigliotti MA LISW-S, ACHT

Tom Gigliotti's education includes a Master of Arts in Social Work and Family Studies from the University of Chicago 1985, and certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy from The Center for Cognitive Therapy in Beachwood Ohio 1991, Interpersonal Psychotherapy from the University of Iowa 1999, Executive Leadership from Case Western Reserve University 2000 and Rational Behavioral Hypnotherapy San Francisco 2004, and Advanced Hypnotherapy from the Wellness Institute in 2008. Tom is a practicing Reiki Master having trained with William Rand from the International Center for Reiki training in Michigan.

The Center for Integrative Medicine allows Tom the ability to weave his educational endeavors in a seamless way. "16 years of psychiatric research at The University of Pittsburgh and Case Western Reserve Universe provides me with understanding of the value of outcome based results that are supported by clinical research; therefore, problems of the mind-body are best addressed by bringing to the patient the best of medicine, psychology, spirituality and art."

Tom’s career focus has been the integration of transpersonal psychotherapy honoring the healing energy within all patients. He offers exceptional personal care using these novel treatments that lead patients to transformational healing of the mind, body and spirit.

Kellie N. Kirksey, PhD

Kellie is a certified Heart Centered Hypnotherapist and a Licensed Clinical counselor with more than 25 years of experience counseling and teaching both nationally and internationally. A long time advocate of healing through creative avenues, she is a Holistic Psychotherapist with the Center for Integrative Medicine, as well as the Director of The Live Happily Foundation.

Mershona Parshall, LISW-S, ATR-BC

Mershona is a clinical social worker, registered- board certified art therapist, neurofeedback therapist and clinical hypnotherapist. She integrates many years of experience working in a variety of psychiatric, out-patient mental health, and private practice settings to assist individuals and families in their journey towards healing and wholeness. Mershona holds a masters degree from Case Western Reserve University and has obtained extensive post graduate training in somatic psychotherapy, attachment theory and treatment for attachment disorders, neurotherapy, and heart centered hypnotherapy through the Wellness Institute in Seattle, Washington. Mershona is also the director of a non-profit organization working with the Shipibo tribe in the Peruvian Amazon.

Tom Seggio LISW-S, ACHT

Tom received his Master of Science in Social Administration Degree from Case Western Reserve University and his undergraduate degree is in psychology from the University of Akron. He is licensed by the State of Ohio to practice psychotherapy. Tom has completed post–graduate work at the Cognitive Therapy Institute in Ohio and an internship with the Wellness Institute in Seattle, Washington in Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy.

Tom guides individuals in exploring their inner potential to heal themselves of emotional distress such as depression and anxiety. He also helps individuals resolve trauma issues that contribute to unhealthy, undesirable, repetitive behaviors, compulsivity and addictions.

Kathleen Usaj, LISW-S, CHT

Kate is a clinical social worker, ODE licensed school social worker and clinical hypnotherapist. Her education includes a Masters of Science in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University and thirty post-graduate hours in various therapeutic modalities. Kate is certified as a Heart Centered Hypnotherapist (Wellness Institute/ Seattle, Washington), Child Light Yoga instructor, Reiki practioner (student of International Reiki Institute Senior Teacher, Carolyn Musial), and Breathworker (student of Breathwork Integration Process Director, Carol Lampman). Kate is currently continuing her education by participating in the Wellness Institute’s intensive internship program (Dr. Yvonne Christman, lead teacher). She is pursuing a transpersonal psychology degree in RoHun Therapy from Delphi University.

Kate is a member of the Shambhala Center in Cuyahoga Falls. The vision of Shambhala is rooted in the principal that every human being has a fundamental nature of basic goodness. This vision embraces a culture that life’s challenges can be met with loving kindness, generosity and courage.

The Center for Integrative Medicine allows Kate to continue to expand her 20 year career focus to implement evidence based interventions for children and families struggling with challenging issues affecting their physical and mental health. She utilizes these interventions to support clients to identify, manifest and sustain their own healing. She is committed to offering her clients’ transformational healing grounded in mind, body, spirit practices intertwined with traditional therapeutic interventions.

Tom Gigliotti MA LISW-S, ACHT

Tom Gigliotti's education includes a Master of Arts in Social Work and Family Studies from the University of Chicago 1985, and certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy from The Center for Cognitive Therapy in Beachwood Ohio 1991, Interpersonal Psychotherapy from the University of Iowa 1999, Executive Leadership from Case Western Reserve University 2000 and Rational Behavioral Hypnotherapy San Francisco 2004, and Advanced Hypnotherapy from the Wellness Institute in 2008. Tom is a practicing Reiki Master having trained with William Rand from the International Center for Reiki training in Michigan.

The Center for Integrative Medicine allows Tom the ability to weave his educational endeavors in a seamless way. "16 years of psychiatric research at The University of Pittsburgh and Case Western Reserve Universe provides me with understanding of the value of outcome based results that are supported by clinical research; therefore, problems of the mind-body are best addressed by bringing to the patient the best of medicine, psychology, spirituality and art."

Tom’s career focus has been the integration of transpersonal psychotherapy honoring the healing energy within all patients. He offers exceptional personal care using these novel treatments that lead patients to transformational healing of the mind, body and spirit.

Tom Seggio LISW-S, ACHT

Tom received his Master of Science in Social Administration Degree from Case Western Reserve University and his undergraduate degree is in psychology from the University of Akron. He is licensed by the State of Ohio to practice psychotherapy. Tom has completed post–graduate work at the Cognitive Therapy Institute in Ohio and an internship with the Wellness Institute in Seattle, Washington in Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy.

Tom guides individuals in exploring their inner potential to heal themselves of emotional distress such as depression and anxiety. He also helps individuals resolve trauma issues that contribute to unhealthy, undesirable, repetitive behaviors, compulsivity and addictions.

Jamie Starkey, LAc

Lead Acupuncturist, Center for Integrative Medicine

Jamie earned a Bachelors degree in Biology, University of Toledo, and a Masters level degree in Acupuncture, American Institute of Alternative Medicine. She further enhanced her clinical training by completing a Clinical Internship at Guang AnMen Hospital in Beijing China, Acupuncture and Moxibustion Outpatient Department, an affiliate of the China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is a Diplomate of Acupuncture, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), and holds her acupuncture license from the Ohio State Medical Board. Additionally, she is a Level II Reiki Practitioner. Jamie has served as the Secretary of Ohio Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (OAAOM) 12/06-12/08 and a member Ohio Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (OAAOM) 12/05-Present.

Jamie offers Acupuncture here at Cleveland Clinic with a focus on women’s health, oncology, acute/chronic pain management, stress-related disorders and acupuncture clinical research. “I take great pride in being a clinician of Traditional Chinese Medicine. I strive to help patients discover the ability their body has to heal itself when properly supported and brought back into a balanced state of health and wellness.”

See list of Holistic Psychotherapy providers.

Tanya Edwards, MD, MEd

Medical Director, Center for Integrative Medicine Clinical Practice

Dr. Edwards is staff at Cleveland Clinic in the Center for Integrative Medicine and associate professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Her clinical research interests are in diet and nutrition for maintaining health and treating specific conditions.

She received her medical degree from the University of Michigan in 1987 and completed residency training in Family Medicine at the University of Cincinnati in 1990. She completed the Harvard Macy Physician as Teacher fellowship at the Harvard Medical School of Education in 1998, and received her MEd in Medical Education at CWRU/John Carroll University in 2003.

She has served as Residency Faculty at the University of Cincinnati Family Medicine Residency program from 1990-1994, at Henry Ford Hospital Family Medicine Residency program from 1994-1996, and at University Hospitals of Cleveland at Case Western Reserve University from 1996 until coming to Cleveland Clinic in 2004. She developed an extensive curriculum in Integrative medicine for the Medical Students at CWRU and the Residents in Family Medicine.

Dr. Edwards provides one-hour Integrative Medicine consultations that address all areas of the patient’s body, mind and spiritual health and well being at Cleveland Clinic’s Lyndhurst Campus. She then makes recommendations to improve the patient’s self-care through better diet and nutrition, exercise, vitamins and supplements, as well as other integrative medicine modalities when necessary.

Brenda Powell, MD

Dr. Brenda Powell is staff at Cleveland Clinic in the Center for Integrative Medicine and associate clinical staff at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. She received her medical degree from Duke University School of medicine in 1988 and completed residency training in family medicine at Duke University Medical Center in 1991. She completed the Harvard Macy Physician as teacher fellowship at the Harvard School of Education in 1999. She certified in travel medicine through the International Society of travel Medicine in 2007.

She began her career in private practice in family medicine in California. She was with Family Medicine at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine from 1995-2000. During this time she developed curriculum for women’s health training and the women’s health fellowship, taught electives in the medical school on travel medicine and served as predoctoral director in family medicine. Dr Powell has been with Cleveland Clinic since 2000 in family medicine and travel medicine.

Dr. Powell devotes her practice to integrative medicine at the Center for Integrative Medicine in Cleveland Clinic's Wellness Institute. She’s currently seeing patients at Cleveland Clinic’s Lyndhurst Campus. Dr. Powell now sees patients at the Main Campus on Wednesdays.

In addition to seeing integrative medicine patients, Dr. Powell provides consultations in the Travel Clinic at the Beachwood Family Health Center.

Christine Spiroch, PhD, PA-C

Christine Spiroch joined the staff of Cleveland Clinic Center for Integrative Medicine in the fall of 2011, after practicing for eight years in an integrative medicine private practice. She previously worked in the Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation Section of Cleveland Clinic.

She received her PhD in Counseling and Human Development Services from Kent State University, and received her Physician Assistant training through Cuyahoga Community College in Cleveland, Ohio. Christine’s doctoral dissertation, Quality of Life in Patients with Advanced Cancer, was based on data collected as a member of the Palliative Care Service at Cleveland Clinic.

Dr. Spiroch helps patients manage chronic health conditions and strive for wellness. In her role as a “medical detective,” Christine helps patients to identify underlying imbalances that manifest as symptoms of disease and to provide education on healthy lifestyles. She is interested in seeing patients through Shared Medical Appointments (SMA). Christine’s special interests include food allergies, gluten intolerance and celiac disease, and nutrition. Christine enjoys public speaking and has done presentations on label reading, eating and shopping for foods to support various health conditions (such as diabetes, hypoglycemia, high cholesterol, metabolic syndrome, and food allergies), and strategies to balance your energy.

She has training in Eden Energy Medicine an is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), Ohio Association of Physician Assistants (OAPA), and the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO).

Vickie Bodner, LMT

Vickie has been licensed by the Ohio Medical Board as a Massage Therapist since January of 1996. She studied Massage and Shitasu at the National Institute of Massotherapy. Other studies include advanced Craniosacral work with the Upledger Institute (including Pediatrics) since 1996 and continues her education with them as a teaching assistant several times per year. Vickie also has studied Reiki, Reflexology, Bodytalk, Energywork, Native American healing techniques, Traditional Chinese medicine and holds an Associate Degree in Visual Communications from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Vickie's bodywork relieves aches and pains as well as reducates the body's perception of pain resulting in relaxation and well being through body, mind and spirit.
"I believe the body will always choose to heal itself given the right circumstances. By creating a safe, nurturing environment my intention is to listen to what your body needs and support a good healthy life by accessing the best in yourself. Your health is priority".

Karen Mehollin, LMT

Karen received her massotherapy certification from Lakeland Community College and became licensed by the Ohio State Medical Board in 2004. Her specialties include chair massage, Swedish massage, trigger point therapy, pregnancy massage, deep tissue massage and myofascial release. She is currently working with the Center for Integrative Medicine's chiropractic patients. " I love building a relationship with the patients and seeing them progress with each treatment."

Kathy Mayher, LMT

Kathy earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Bonaventure University. She attended the National Institute of Massotherapy and has been a Licensed Massage Therapists since 2005. Her massages are unique in the fact that they are tailored specifically for each individual and a variety of techniques may be incorporated during the session. These include Swedish Massage, Deep tissue massage, Trigger point therapy, Cranial Sacral, Medical Massage for the neck and Reflexology. Katy is certified in Hospital Based Massage and is a Reiki Master. " My appraoch to health is "wholeness" with Massage Therapy being a key integral part of the whole picture."

Gilford Wayne Roberts, LMT

Wayne is a retired federal firefighter of 34 years with the Department of Defense. He is a certified personal trainer and fitness professional with the American Council of Exercise. Wayne obtained his license in massage therapy with the state of Ohio state medical board after graduating from the National Institute of Massotherapy. He is trained and performs Swedish relaxation massage, deep tisue massage, neuromuscular therapy, sports massage, chair massage and myofascial release. " I particularly enjoy providing relief from the discomfort of back and neck pain."

Colleen Kay Schadenfroh, LMT

Colleen obtained her license in massage therapy from the state of Ohio state medical board, graduating from the National Institute of Massotherapy. She is trained in the energy healing modality for Esoteric Healing. Esoteric healing is the science of healing though the energy field, utilizing spiritual healing principals and one can benefit physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Colleen is a Yuen practioner and a Reiki Master and also performs Craniosacral, Deep tissue massage, Swedish relaxation massage, Positional release, Myofascial release and Chair massage. By utilizing her unique background in the Dental field and taking specialized training in Precision Neuromuscular therapy for the TMJ joint, Colleen offers a unique insight in the therapy of the TMJ joint.

Linda Teage, LMT

Linda has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from St. Louis University. She maintains her Ohio licensure as a Registered Nurse. She obtained certification in Massotherapy from Cuyahoga Community College and is licensed by the Ohio State Medical Board. She is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association. Linda practices basic Swedish massage as well as chair massage while incorporating other modalities such as trigger point therapy, myofascial release and muscle energy techniques. "I enjoy providing relaxation massage for stress relief as well as therapeutic massage to assist clients with musculoskeletal pain problems."

Colleen Kay Schadenfroh, LMT

Colleen obtained her license in massage therapy from the state of Ohio state medical board, graduating from the National Institute of Massotherapy. She is trained in the energy healing modality for Esoteric Healing. Esoteric healing is the science of healing though the energy field, utilizing spiritual healing principals and one can benefit physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Colleen is a Yuen practioner and a Reiki Master and also performs Deep tissue massage, Swedish relaxation massage, Positional release, Myofascial release and Chair massage. By utilizing her unique background in the Dental field and taking specialized training in Precision Neuromuscular therapy for the TMJ joint, Colleen offers a unique insight in the therapy of the TMJ joint.

See list of Holistic Psychotherapy providers.