Allison Walker, ND, L.Ac-Associate Acupuncturist
Dr. Allison Walker started her healthcare career with an undergraduate degree from Indiana University. She worked for 10 years in the radiology department of multiple hospitals, including Rush University Medical Center and Community Hospital. She found a passion for working with patients and decided to further her career. Allison holds a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine and a Masters of Science in Acupuncture from National University of Health Sciences. She is focused on treating your whole body by addressing underlying causes of disease, not just symptoms. Allison prides herself on working closely with patients to provide individualized treatment plans, with an emphasis on natural therapies designed to help your body heal.
Ann Degrassi-Kalkis, L.Ac, Dipl OM-Associate Acupuncturist
Ann Degrassi-Kalkis, L Ac, Dipl OM, is a NCCAOM board certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (includes Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology) who has practiced in the Lincoln-Way area for 16 years.
Ann has always had an interest in natural healing and medicine, so after 20 years on the Chicago Board Options Exchange, she left to pursue her lifelong dream. Ann received her Masters degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, Chicago. She has additional training in aromatherapy and psycho-emotional disorders; and has a B.S. in Biology. Ann was an instructor at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and has also taught at various local events in her community. She loves her family, gardening and enjoying the beautiful world surrounding her.
Ann believes that everyone has within them the power to heal and feels strongly that education is as important as treatment to empower the individual while providing the tools to achieve optimum balance.
Mary McGrath *BCTMB *LMT *HHP *RMT
Mary is renowned for her compassionate and healing touch. She has completed ADV3, which is the highest level of CST currently offered by the Upledger Institute. She is also a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Health and Fitness Coach with a nutritional focus as well as a Licensed Massage Therapist with Board Certification through NCTMB.
Qualifications: *BCTMB *LMT *HHP *RMT
License Number: State of Illinois Massage Lic 227.003218
Years of Teaching Experience: 23 Years:
List of Associations: One World Reiki, ABMP, NTCMB. AADP
Services Offered:
*CranioSacral Therapy, *Therapeutic Massage, *Hot-Stone Massage, *Reiki, *Reflexology, *Acupressure, *Healy Energy Sessions, *Nutritional Guidance
To schedule with Mary call or email:
Telephone: (708) 323 7880
Email: marysprogram@gmail.com
Tess Hupfer- Reiki Practitioner/Office Manager
Teresa Garzelloni-Receptionist
Teresa has been with LK Acupuncture from the beginning. She helps manage day to day clinic duties and help staff with any concerns. Patients look forward to seeing her and love her kind energy. She also has taken on the job of nanny for Liz’s baby Levi! We are so blessed to have her!
Denise Lukowski- Receptionist
Denise is known for her warm smile. She loves her little dog Lucy! Lucy is everyone’s therapy dog in her home, bringing joy to all those who meet her. Acupuncture has helped Denise with headaches, arthritis, knee pain and stomach issues. For her, acupuncture gets right to the point! She enjoys other holistic practices as well such as Reiki and Craniosacral therapy. She is grateful for her beautiful family and brings laughter wherever she goes.
