About Us

Roland Ryf, MS, LAc, DABAAHP
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Diplomate: Chinese Acupuncture and Herbology
Diplomate: American Board of Anti-Aging Health Practitioners (ABAAHP)

Roland's career in acupuncture and Chinese medicine spans over 30 years. He completed a year and a half of apprenticeship with Anthony Hung Hoi in Sydney, Australia and then an internship in Advanced Acupuncture at Nanjing College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China from 1983 to 1985.

Roland earned his Master of Science degree in Acupuncture and Herbology at the SAMRA University of Oriental Medicine in Los Angeles in 1988. Upon completion, he continued his education to become an Orthopedic Acupuncture Specialist through an internship at the Beijing International Acupuncture Training Center in China.

Roland is also certified in Shiatsu Massage through the Namikoshi Shiatsu School in Tokyo, Japan and became a Diplomate of the American Board of Anti-Aging Health Practitioners in the Fall of 2009 to pursue his passion of long-term wellness through anti-aging medicine.

Roland has been practicing acupuncture and Chinese medicine in Thousand Oaks since 1990 as the founder and creator of the Natural Healthcare Center. Within his practice, he incorporates his extensive knowledge of Western Orthopedic Medicine with more than 20 years of experience in Eastern medicine. Roland focuses on his overall goal of combining herbology, Eastern medicine, and Western nutritional science to create an integrated approach to help all his patients achieve optimal health and well-being.

Since February 2009, Roland has served as a regular guest speaker for different groups in Ventura County on a number of wellness topics, including detoxification and inflammation.

Memberships: American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (since 2009) and The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (since 1999).

Languages: Roland is fluent in English, German, Italian and also speaks French and Spanish.

Stacy Macris, MPH, Dietitian & Certified Reiki Master
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Stacy finds her work at the Natural Healthcare Center very enjoyable when she can blend Chinese medicine with her background in science.  She has worked in both private practice and research emphasizing individualized eating plans that meet the needs of the client.  Stacy loves working with people and helping them achieve health and well-being in their lives.  Her family’s emphasis on healthy eating inspired her to study nutrition at Michigan State University.  After graduation, she completed her Dietetic Internship at the West Los Angeles VA Hospital.  That same year she also graduated from UCLA with a Master’s Degree in Public Health, specializing in family and community programs.  This is where her passion for educating others grew stronger, and continues to this day. 

During her 20s, Stacy turned to acupuncture and Reiki to heal health challenges she was experiencing.  Inspired by the insight, beauty, and the deep state of relaxation she experienced during a Reiki treatment, she decided to learn the art of Reiki for herself.  Through the practice of Reiki, she discovered an innate talent in this hands-on healing technique.  She went on to become a Reiki Master and started her own practice in the Fall of 2007.  Stacy loves treating clients with Reiki Energy and is now a passionate teacher of this ancient Japanese art of healing.

Stacy offers nutrition consultations, classes and guidance as well as Reiki in Thousand Oaks here at the Natural Healthcare Center. 

To learn more about Reiki: ReikibyStacy.com.

Katie Carlo - Massage Therapist
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Katie Carlo is a Thousand Oaks Massage Therapist specializing in deep pressure point work through the use of stretching, rhythmic compressions, gentle rocking, and relaxed and passive joint movement. Katie integrates these unique techniques to customize the therapeutic treatments she offers patients.

After the patient consultation, Katie works to create openness and elongation in the body through innovatively stretching the muscles to facilitate a release in muscle tension as the source of chronic pain. Katie is also passionate about helping the client to become more aware of his or her body to prevent further injury or strain due to muscle overuse.

Within her personal life, Katie is passionate about living a healthy and full life, while spending time outdoors with her dog, Murphy, rock climbing with her husband, or mountain biking. Katie also likes to unwind through reading and jewelry making, while maintaining a passion for life on a daily basis.

Katie is a licensed massage therapist and is trained in:
Trigger Point Therapy
Neuromuscular Therapy
Sensory Re-patterning
Craniosacral Therapy
Thai Massage

Jackie Perkins - Massage Therapist
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Jackie is a certified & licensed massage therapist in Thousand Oaks who has worked at the Natural Healthcare Center for over 2 years. Her massage techniques are wonderful for relaxation and peace of mind.

For the last eight years she has been specializing in Personal Therapeutic Massage, customizing her sessions to meet the needs of each individual.  In every massage session, her first question to her client is, “How is your body, and what do you hope to gain from today’s visit?” Her strength lies not only in her physical skill, but in listening to each client so that optimal healing and relief can be achieved at each session. As Jackie puts it,"I like to help people, and I want to help make their pain go away."

Please pick-up one of my brochures at the Natural Healthcare Center to find out what else I offer as a massage specialist, including The Herbal Body Polish.

When she is not working, she enjoys musical theater with her husband and two daughters, as well as running along the beach with her dog, Molly.