Join Gaia Yoga for a special event to work with three specialists in the wellness space!

Jessida Putkaew, MSOM, L.Ac. and Vincent Castoro, PT, DPT will be offering consultative treatments to the Gaia Yoga community on October 5th from 1-3pm. Ashley Corri will be offering chair massage.

You will have an opportunity to be treated by two or all three of the practitioners. When you arrive, you can add your name to the sign up sheet. Session lengths will vary, but plan on about 10-15min per station. While you wait, you can find your way into a restful restorative yoga pose.

About Jessida: 

At Rivers of Qi Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine, Jessida helps people on various health journeys with a specialty in hormone health. She helps to balance blood sugars, improve fertility, thyroid problems, endometriosis, supports pregnancy, and reduces body pain. She uses acupuncture, herbal medicine, and modern therapies in addition to guidance on nutrition and movement, to support the body and mind.

Acupuncture supports hormone health by decreasing stress, improving circulation, detoxification, energy, digestion, and rest. It is a powerful and relaxing way to regulate the body especially in times of changes or challenges.

About Vincent:

Vincent Castoro is a Bay Area native who takes pride in the health of communities. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the UCSF/SFSU Graduate Program in Physical Therapy in 2019. After completing the year long orthopedic residency program through Kaiser Permenente in 2020, he became a board certified specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. Vincent values professional development, and his pursuit of continued education has expedited his understanding of musculoskeletal management.

Vincent’s athletic history in ice hockey and baseball ignites his passion for physical therapy and movement optimization. His experiences with personal injuries and post-surgical rehabilitation provides his own patient perspective that informs his approach with clients.

The limitations in accessibility, frequency, and consistency of large health networks is what prompted Focused Physical Therapy. Vincent's goal is to provide patient-focused care with the cadence and intention that supports positive outcomes.