Meet our Massage Therapists
Kirsten Sage, D.C., L.Ac
Chiropractor and Founder of Sage Health, Dr. Kirsten Sage is a native Californian and graduate of San Francisco State University, where she studied Kinesiology and went on to earn her doctorate of Chiropractic at Life West College. She graduated from Life West Magna Cum Laude in 2000. She followed her dream of practicing in a beach community and moved to Encinitas to open her first practice with her husband, scientist and surfer, Carleton Sage.
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Robert Rohlmeier, L.Ac.
Book AppointmentIn addition to being a massage therapy teacher, Rob has been a master acupuncturist and massage therapist for over 25 years. Because of his insatiable curiosity for how life works, he continues to learn about new and different therapeutic modalities. There are so many variables involved in having a happy, fulfilling, and healthy life. On all levels, he feels maintaining good health resolves itself down to two core precepts: 1) enthusiastically express your creativity and 2) keep your vessels and channels open and flowing. Don’t repress, stifle, offend, block or overspend your creative juices and all will be well. This is why he loves acupuncture, massage and their associated modalities (like cupping and gua sha) so much.
His treatment approach is to balance the root cause of his patient’s problem. He does this by finding underlying imbalances through the patient’s pulse, tongue diagnosis, and muscle testing. He also addresses the branch, which is the symptom that brings his patient in for a treatment. Through his gentle approach of using acupuncture, a vast number of conditions can be treated. Using his fabulous blend of modalities, information transfers through the body’s tissues and into the cells is where the magic of healing happens!
- 1992 Master’s in Traditional Chinese Medicine The American Institute of Oriental Medicine
- 1987 Massage Technician The International Professional School of Bodywork
- 1999 Holistic Health Practitioner The American Institute of Clinical Massage
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Michael Rudzinski, HHP
Book AppointmentMichael has been practicing the art of massage therapy for 25 years. He completed a 500-hour yoga training that influences his healing and peaceful massage techniques. Michael's specialties include craniosacral therapy and deep tissue. He has worked at Sage Health since 2008 and is a frequently requested therapist. When he is not in the office, you'll see him catching a wave or traveling the world. Book with Michael today!
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Vanessa Escobar, LMT
Book AppointmentVanessa has been massaging for 10 years after serving in the Marine Corps. She was introduced and became passionate while serving our country. Her goal is to have her clients feel relief after one session and make sure they are feeling their absolute best! Vanessa specializes in integrative deep tissue, Swedish, stretching, and most importantly relaxation. She looks forward to seeing you!
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Natta Buasuang, LMT
Book AppointmentNatta brings a unique blend of skills and passion to her work as a certified massage therapist. Originally from Thailand, she holds a Bachelor of Communication Art in Broadcasting from Bangkok University. Since moving to the United States in 2011, Natta has embraced her calling in massage therapy, dedicating herself to helping others achieve a state of health and happiness.
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Jasmine Snyder, L.E.
Book AppointmentHi I am Jasmine! I love pairing antioxidants and enzymes together to tailor your session to help you achieve your ideal skin. I'm a believer in educating clients about prevention, the importance of hydration, and how to properly layer products to maximize benefits in your at home skincare routine. I have been utilizing my esthetics license since 2018 and I am constantly continuing education through hands-on demos, seminars at esthetic conventions, and other beauty industry events. I enjoy calming and nourishing stressed skin that suffers from extreme environmental stressors or skin sensitivities while I also enjoy extracting congested skin. I take pride in creating effective results, perfectly matched to each client's needs and lifestyle. I relocated to California from the east coast a couple of years ago and reside in Carlsbad with my two dogs Fisher and Mr. Drysdale
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Katy Contreras
Book AppointmentIntroducing the remarkable Katy, your go-to wellness artisan at our serene center. Katy is not just any massage practitioner; she's a Holistic Health Maestro, proudly bearing her license from the prestigious International College of Holistic Studies. An herbalist and energy healer in her own right, Katy's hands possess an extraordinary touch.
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Naomi Cundiff, L.E., L.M.T.
Book AppointmentNaomi believes that true beauty is a reflection of wellness and loves to help client’s access their natural glow from within. She has been developing her craft in the spa and wellness space for over 15 years as a holistic esthetician and massage therapist. Her intuitive approach combines a variety of modalities including advanced facial massage and lymphatic drainage paired with clean, effective, high quality ingredients to achieve desired results for optimal skin health and rejuvenation. Naomi finds joy in personalizing each therapeutic treatment to the individual while empowering them with simple recommendations for home care based on their goals and lifestyle.
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Dr. Shannon Jones, D.C.
Book AppointmentDr. Shannon Jones grew up in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, in a family of chiropractors, which deeply influenced her philosophy and approach to healthcare. After earning her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, she pursued her Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose, California, where she graduated as Valedictorian.
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Kim Quijada MT
Book AppointmentI began my journey in massage therapy at the Southern California School of Massage in Riverside in 1995. Continuing my education at the Natural Healing Institute in Encinitas, I expanded my skill set to include acupressure and sports massage. I also had the privilege of teaching spa techniques, including dry brushing, mud facials, and slimming detox body wraps.
Since then, I have worked closely with chiropractors to help clients alleviate chronic pain and maintain a healthy lifestyle. My specialty is tailoring massages to focus on areas of concern, utilizing a variety of modalities to improve circulation, release muscle tension, flush out toxins, and reduce stress and stiffness.
I am also trained in pregnancy massage, addressing the unique needs of clients throughout their pregnancy journey. My goal is to provide personalized care that supports your health and well-being. I look forward to seeing you on the massage table!
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FAQs
Does Sage Health take insurance?
Different providers take different types of insurance. It is important to note that coverage can vary case by case and you will need to contact your insurance company for the most accurate information. No insurance is accepted for massage through our practice, however you can request a superbill to submit to your insurance on your own terms. If you have any questions about what insurance our providers take, please call the front office!
For chiropractic:
Dr. Sage takes: United Healthcare, Optum, Blue Cross, Blue Shield
Dr. Ariel takes: United Healthcare, Optum, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Kaiser, Health Net, Scripps, SCAN
Dr. Sarah Mackay takes: United Healthcare, Optum, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Kaiser, Scripps
For acupuncture:
Dr. Sage takes: United Healthcare and Optum
How can I get a superbill?
You can get a super bill by calling the office and they can email it to you at their earliest convenience or while in office the front office staff would be happy to assist you!
What are your hours?
Monday-Friday: 8am-6pm
Saturdays: 9am-1pm, 1pm-5pm is by appointment only
Sunday: By appointment only
What services do you offer?
Sage Health offers chiropractic, acupuncture, massage, and skin care services. Additionally, we have blends of modalities such as chirosage, acusage, and C.A.M. treatments. Add-on services include:kinesiology taping, graston, fire cupping, traditional cupping, and medi-cupping. We offer cold laser, NAET, ART, kinesiology taping, acupressure, and bach flowers.
I’m a new patient, what should I do?
First off, welcome! To schedule as a new patient you can book online or by phone for a “new patient exam” for either chiropractic or acupuncture. If you are planning to use insurance, please let us know by calling the front office so we can verify your benefits and best support you through your health and wellness journey!
Does Sage Health have a membership program? How does it work?
Yes! We offer a membership program that gives patients access to discounted rates for our services! There is a one-time sign-up fee of $100 and a monthly auto-debit of $80 that will be credited to your account to use toward our services. If you are interested in becoming a member, we offer 15-minute membership consultations to discuss our program. Those who complete this consultation will receive a 30-minute massage gift certificate as our way of saying thank you! To sign-up for a membership, call us at (760)753-2157.
Does Sage Health sell retail?
Yes! We have a variety of skin care products, vitamins, bach flowers, handmade jewelry by Dr. Sage, KT tape, CBD gummies, CBD cream, and much more! View our shop