meet our team
Cosmo Lidin, M.Ac, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac, (NCCAOM) CAP
Cosmo owns and operates Celestial Acupuncture & East Asian Medicine, LLC. They hold a Bachelor in Fine Arts from the Maryland Institute College of Art, where they were fascinated by anatomy.
With this deep interest in human expression and body psychology, they wanted to continue to focus their studies in the art of Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine. They went on to earn a Master’s Degree in 5 Element Acupuncture from Maryland University of Integrative Health (formerly TAI Sophia) in 2004.
Cosmo received their Yoga Teaching Certification in Vinyasa Yoga in Anchorage. They earned their Āyurvedic Educator certification through Kanyakumari Ayurveda, and their Ayurvedic Practitioner certification through Spirit Path Āyurveda Education. Cosmo is a NAMA recognized provider, and has continued their studies in Ayurveda. They have training in Kampo medicine, the style of herbalism based in Japan. They have taken multiple courses in manual therapies and specialized Acupuncture approaches.
After moving to Alaska in 2006, they started a small clinic until opening Spirit Path Yoga and Wellness in 2011. This facility offered therapeutic movement practices and treatments, educational opportunities for the community, and continuing education for health care providers, as well as being home to Spirit Path Ayurveda Education, a nationally recognized and accredited Ayurveda school. Spirit Path Yoga and Wellness housed a multitude of services including Western Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, Acupuncture, Massage Therapy, Ayurveda, Mental Health, and Chiropractic care.
In early 2023, Cosmo relocated to the Island of Hawaii and has a practice in Hawaiian Paradise Park in Keaau. In their practice, they incorporate acupuncture, herbs, diet therapy, lifestyle counseling, manual therapies, subtle energy healing, ayurveda, therapeutic yoga and movement therapy, and work with all ages from infant care to the elderly.
Jarica Barr, L.Ac., LMT
Jarica's Journey began, when she found her first true love through Yoga, It shaped and transformed her life in an enormous way, and discovered the Energetic system in the body. She became a student and teacher with the Sivananda Yoga lineage.
In 2004, At the Heartwood Insitute in California She immersed in the healing arts, training in alternative modalities, physical and energetic, She became a licensed massage therapist in 2005.
While in residence at Mount Madonna Center in California she continued her studies and service in Yoga, with the teachings of Baba Hari Das; She trained in Ayurvedic science and bodywork therapies, receiving her certificate in 2012.
In 2018, she received a master's in Acupuncture from The World Medicine Institute on Oahu, currently licensed in Hawaii.
She tends to gather and draw upon all of her wisdom tools to support those who feel called to the work,
Jarica often ponders the alchemy of the elements in the natural world and how they are reflected in the human system and the Cosmos. She is passionate for nature, art, music and the interconnectedness of Life.
Tanisha Walters, L.A.c, Dipl.OM, Ashtanga Level 2
Tanisha earned her Master of Science from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, Colorado in 2010 and began a private practice which included Community Acupuncture in Islamorada, Florida. She practiced there until 2016. From 2016-2021, Tanisha had a private clinic on her homestead in Cooper Landing, Alaska. She then moved to Opihikao, Hawaii in July of 2023 with her husband and three children. Tanisha is nationally board certified by the NCCAOM in Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine and licensed by the state of Hawaii.
Prior to becoming a practitioner of East Asian Medicine, Tanisha earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of South Alabama. She worked in the areas of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, corporate fitness and wellness, and physical therapy.
Tanisha’s clinical experience includes specialties in Women's Health (OB/GYN), Pain Management, Complementary Oncology Care, and Pediatrics. She practices a gentle style of Japanese Acupuncture combined with Moxibustion, therapeutic bodywork (Tuina & Shiatsu) and Chinese Herbal Medicine. She is also attuned as a Reiki Master in the lineage of Mikao Usui.
Tanisha was first introduced to Yoga in 2002. She played around with various methods of yoga for years before becoming a dedicated Ashtanga practitioner in 2010. She was drawn to Ashtanga from the beginning and had the opportunity to learn from several great teachers. She is grateful to have been able to travel to Mysore, India to practice at its source with the Jois family. Since December 2015, Tanisha has made 4 trips spanning 7 months of study with both Saraswathi and Sharath. She has received Sharath’s blessing and level 2 authorization to teach. She continues her home practice and self study.
Megan Wood RN, LMT, Reiki Master/Practitioner
Aloha! My name is Megan Wood, and I have dedicated the last 16 years of my life to the art and science of massage therapy. I embarked on this journey after graduating from the prestigious SOMA Institute of Clinical Massage Therapy, Chicago, IL, in 2007. My path then led me to nursing, where I became a registered nurse in 2014. However, my philosophical differences with allopathic Western medicine guided me back to my true passion: massage therapy.
In 2023, a new season in my life brought me to the beautiful Big Island, where I continue my work with renewed energy and commitment. I am deeply passionate about women's health and a staunch advocate for women's reproductive rights, believing firmly in the importance of holistic care and support.
My approach to massage therapy is unique and integrative, blending various modalities into each session. This holistic method makes it challenging to categorize my work under a single label. I focus on both the energetic and physical bodies, creating a space where healing can naturally occur. I trust in the body’s innate wisdom and its incredible ability to heal itself.
My massages are fluid and intuitive, akin to the movement of water or waves, seamlessly adapting to the needs of each client. By working with both the energy and tissues, I aim to foster lasting healing results. My goal is to help you find balance and well-being, creating a sanctuary within your body for recovery and renewal.
Lucia Grace Young, RYT
Why Yoga? I return to the practice of yoga again and again because it brings me home to myself. I first began yoga 10 years ago I was lost, struggling, and in pain. Now after many years of practice and teaching, I continue to be in awe of the healing that yoga brings. Every time I practice, my body feels grounded, open and revitalized, my mind feels clear and focused, and my emotions feel balanced and calm. I continue to offer this work because of what a life-changing tool it has been for me personally, and because I have seen the incredible transformations that have happened for my clients and students over the years. I am looking forward to sharing the powerful practice of yoga with you!
Jennifer Peacock
Ever since childhood, I have seen and experienced a metaphysical aspect of life. I have always known that we are more than meets the eye. From seeing spirits watching me and shaking my bed while trying to sleep and “testing” Source to prove itself (and being shown), it has been very apparent to me that there is more. While still very young, I desired to experience enlightenment. I remember going to the elementary school library and not being able to find any resources. I have always had a drive and motivation to discover more about connecting to Source and building that relationship. Through a series of synchronistic events, training, researching, and personal experience, I have been led to this space to share how to learn the process of developing the relationship to Higher Self and Source Consciousness, healing past trauma and reprogramming with more joy and magic. I believe the process of learning and experiencing (both as a client and practitioner) reiki and QHHT have allowed me to have unlimited access to my Highest Self, guides and Source Consciousness. It is possible for anyone. This is my path and my purpose. To guide those that are ready to put forth the effort toward their highest and best good and develop their own path back to their Highest Self and Source.
Phil De Ricco, LMT
I am a client-centered massage therapist. I offer therapeutic massage that is safe, nonjudgmental, comfortable, and professional. If you choose to have us work together, our session will always be "all about you." You are the most important person during the time we share. Each person is an individual; I listen to you during the intake. I do what you ask for and what I think can help you. I customize the session to meet your needs and add what is appropriate for you as we work together. I give an integrated massage using techniques I know that are appropriate for you and your body. My massage is deeply relaxing while I work to decrease pain, increase range of motion, increase ease of movement, and help facilitate injury recovery.
I am passionate about being a good therapist and strive to consistently provide you with an exceptional client experience. My goal is to be a therapist who "helps to heal the world one person at a time.” It is truly both an honor and a privilege for me to share my work with each individual I serve.