Who We Are
Blue Lotus Healing Arts is a multi-disciplinary wellness center whose foundations lie in the Taoist nature tradition that underlies classical Five Element Acupuncture. We hold a vision of healing for our clients that includes trusting instincts, opening your heart and becoming ever more conscious of your body, mind and spirit. We believe that through this process a person is empowered to make changes and choices that ultimately lead to their true heart’s path.
We believe that our core modalities of acupuncture, yoga and massage are all similarly powerful vehicles that can heal and develop consciousness and are complementary and even more powerful when used in conjunction with each other. We seek to create community with our center where people can come to exercise, meditate, relax, and heal.
Meet Our Team
Acupuncturists
Kathleen Krivak M.Ac Lic. Ac.
Founder, Blue Lotus Healing Arts
Kathleen Krivak is a licensed acupuncturist, energy healer and shamanic practitioner with 20 years of experience. Kathleen earned her Master’s degree with honors at the Traditional Acupuncture Institute (now Maryland University of Integrated Health) in 1994. Thereafter, Kathleen worked as a teacher and clinical supervisor at the school’s student clinic. She also supervised acupuncture students as well as treated patients with HIV and AIDS at the Sign of Jonah Clinic in Washington, DC.
Continuing to deepen her healing techniques, Kathleen studied shamanism with Eliot Cowan and Tom Cowan, learning to heal with plant spirits and the spirits of the Celtic Isles. She also studied channeled healing in Jonathan Goldman’s three year Healer’s Path program and mentored for three years with energy healer, the Reverend Sue Greer.
Kathleen also loves to practice yoga and over the years has explored Iyengar, Vinassaya, and Swaroopa styles of yogic practice.
Committed to spiritual practice, Kathleen has studied several different traditions of Buddhist meditation for 26 years, and has been influenced by teachers such as Tenzin Wangal Rinpoche, Sharon Salzberg, and Tara Brach.
She is a gifted healer of great compassion who is highly respected by both her colleagues and clients.
Kirsten Allen M.Ac Lic. Ac.
Founder, Blue Lotus Healing Arts
Kirsten Allen graduated with honors from Wellesley College and received her Master’s degree in Acupuncture from the Traditional Acupuncture Institute (now Maryland University of Integrated Health) in 2001. She carries National Board Certification in Acupuncture from the NCCAOM and is licensed by the Board of Medicine in MA.
Kirsten has been in private practice for the last thirteen years, studying with some of the most respected teachers in the field of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, including Jeffrey Yuen, Dr. Richard Tan, Kiiko Matsumoto and most recently completing Lonny Jarrett’s two year advanced clinical class on the Inner Traditions of Chinese Medicine.
Kirsten has been a practitioner of several styles of Qi Gong and Tai Qi Quan for 15 years, a Tibetan Buddhist meditation practitioner, and a practitioner of Iyengar Yoga.
She also holds a deep love and appreciation for music and literature from her past teaching and performance background that continues to be a creative source informing her healing work.
Kirsten effortlessly weaves together these strands of
experience and training to bring inspiration and enthusiasm to
the process of healing and personal evolution.
Yoga and Mat Pilates Instructors
Massage Therapists
Clara Gagnon, LMT, BSN, Certified Herbalist
Clara became interested in massage during her nursing career when she sensed she could make a larger impact on her patients' healing utilizing massage therapy techniques. She went on to earn her license in Massage Therapy, complementing her degree in nursing. Clara is also a certified herbalist, and registered yoga teacher (RYT 200). Her nursing background allows her to provide a holistic understanding of health, complementing her experience in massage techniques such as Swedish, deep tissue, sports, lymphatic drainage, Thai, hot stone, aromatherapy, reflexology, and cupping.
Dedicated to fostering wellness, her mission is to empower individuals on their path to optimal health. Rooted in the belief that massage therapy is a vital component of holistic care, she
strives to create a serene environment where clients can embark on a journey to cultivate a harmonious balance that resonates throughout the body, mind, and soul.
Energy Healing Practitioners
Pooja Mahtani, Soul Activator and Multidimensional Healer
Pooja Mahtani is the Founder of Akasha Codes, LLC and possesses a diverse range of skills and expertise. Pooja is a Master Reiki Healer, Psychic-Medium, Akashic Records Practitioner & Teacher, Soul Activator, Life Coach, and Intuitive Energy Healer. Her unwavering dedication lies in assisting individuals in unlocking their true potential and leading fulfilling lives.
Driven by her deep passion for serving others, Pooja is committed to being a guiding light for souls who are seeking to enhance their lives in profound and meaningful ways. With her intuitive abilities and vast knowledge, she strives to help her clients tap into their inner wisdom and achieve personal transformation. Pooja firmly believes in the power of the mind-body-spirit connection and uses her expertise to create a holistic approach to healing and growth.
Whether you are in search of spiritual guidance, energy healing, or guidance in life or business matters, Pooja welcomes you with open arms. She looks forward to the opportunity to work with you, empowering you to reach your highest potential and live a life that is aligned with your soul's purpose.
Giuliana Lobo, Registered Qi Gong Teacher
My Journey with QiGong began in 2020, during a time when my soul was searching for something to fill the emptiness I was feeling. I took part in a live online QiGong class from Bali, and from that moment, I knew QiGong was something I wanted to dedicate my life to. From the very beginning of my practice, I began to notice profound changes in myself. Not only did my physical pains disappear, but I also started to experience a deeper sense of peace—with myself, my family, and my surroundings.
As I continued my QiGong journey, I explored various systems, including medical QiGong and energy healing. I also began studying traditional Chinese medicine, which became an integral part of my learning. I feel incredibly fortunate to have had the guidance of extraordinary QiGong teachers, including Peter Caughey in Bali, a doctor of Chinese medicine, and Master Yang, a Qi expert. Their wisdom and mentorship have been invaluable in shaping my practice.Ultimately, I began teaching QiGong to share my love for its healing properties and my deep desire to help others experience improved health, happiness, peace, and an enhanced quality of life.
Holistic Wellness Coaching
Janice LaHaise, NBC-HWC, CMHC
Holistic Mental Health & Wellness Coach | Reiki Master Teacher | Intuitive & Evidential Medium
Janice is the founder of SpiritWorks Wellness, LLC, and is dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges—whether managing the everyday stresses of modern living or moving through profound life transitions such as loss, motherhood, career change, or a life-altering diagnosis. She is deeply honored to companion others on their sacred journeys of grief and healing, helping them honor and strengthen the continuing bonds they share with loved ones who have passed.
With a refined, integrative approach, Janice invites clients to reconnect with their inner wisdom, cultivate emotional resilience, and align with a soul-honoring vision of well-being—unlocking the inner and outer resources needed to thrive in mind, body, and spirit.
As a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Certified Mental Health Coach, Reiki Master Teacher, and seasoned Intuitive and Medium, Janice brings warmth, depth, and a deeply attuned presence to each client encounter, creating a sanctuary for reflection, renewal, and empowered living.
