Introducing Flora Family Health

After a long season of pandemic induced work-from-home, I have settled myself in an office with some amazing women! While most of my clients still prefer telehealth, I have found it immeasurably beneficial to be back in an office, engaging with colleagues, and seeing a handful of people face-to-face. The benefits of getting fully dressed and having a dedicated work community really can’t be overstated.

The building that my office is located inside of is called Flora Family Health. It’s a beautiful house full of independent female business owners working in various categories of healthcare, many of which serve birthing women. As a reproductive therapist, I couldn’t ask for a better workspace. I have access to so many amazing providers, which means that my clients do too. It’s a win-win! I’m excited to introduce you to the women of Flora.

Flora Practitioners

Ashley Lakin, DO, MA, IBCLC

Family Medicine, Pregnancy, and Lactation

Ashley is the founder of Flora Family Health and an incredible doctor working in direct primary care. She cares deeply about each of her patients and has a passion for serving birthing people and their little ones. She’s a powerful person and physician.

Lisa Gendron, LM, CPM, ASM, BFA

Agroterra Birth

Lisa is an incredible midwife and has also worked as a pregnancy and postpartum doula. She emits maternal love and care. Pass her in the hallway and you’ll catch it, I promise. You’d be lucky to have her as part of your team during your pregnancy.

Kendra Levi, DO

Riverside Osteopathy

Dr. Levi is an osteopathic doctor, specializing in manipulative medicine. She is trauma informed in her treatment practices and comes with a host of diverse experiences that direct her collaborative approach with each patient. Kendra is such a calming, non-judgmental, and curious person. She epitomizes gentleness and cares for you holistically.

Shannon Erisma, PhD

Clinical Psychologist

Shannon is a psychologist serving women in several US states. She specializes in dialectical behavior therapy and women's mental health. This includes perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, with a particular specialization in perinatal OCD. Shannon strikes a beautiful balance between thoughtful and witty, bringing a welcome levity to her interactions.

Laura Mayer, MD

Women’s Reproductive Psychiatry

Laura specializes in pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, PMDD, perinatal loss, perimenopause and sexual health and dysfunction. She helps women with medication management and lifestyle coaching. She’s so smart and maintains a small practice to offer the best care to each of her patients. If you need medication support surrounding a perinatal concern, she’s your gal!

Margaret McComiskey, MS, LICSW

Therapist and Coach

Margaret works as a psychotherapist and mindset coach, serving high achieving individuals. She is also a therapist who is excited about serving passion-driven women. She is an excellent addition to our team at Flora.

Allie Smith, LMT

Synergy Bodyworks

Allie works as a massage therapist. She has particular interest in pain management, lifestyle coaching, and movement modalities. She is energetic and passionate in her approach. If you need a massage, she’s a great resource.

Rachael Alba, MA, LMHC, PMH-C, ISST, CBC

Psychotherapist and Coach

Last but not least is myself. I’m a reproductive and trauma therapist. I have certifications in perinatal mental health, bereavement, and somatic trauma therapy. I serve a range of individuals who are navigating concerns with infertility, pregnancy or infant loss, termination of pregnancy, anxiety, grief, and trauma. It is my great passion to work with women and mothers. I work particularly well with those who are eager to grow, are active in their approach to life, and desire to have a collaborative working relationship with their therapist.

In Summary

Now you have a comprehensive list of the incredible women at Flora Family Health. I am very familiar with each of these professionals and would confidently recommend them for their areas of specialty. We are highly experienced and curious women with a passion to serve our community from a place of deep care. As a collaborative, we are committed to navigating the complexities of women’s healthcare and changing harmful healthcare models, as best we can. We hope to see you in whatever capacity best serves you.

Wishing you well!

Rachael

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