Healing Beyond Symptoms, Inspiring Wellness

I am Dr. Amanda Placeres and I am passionate about educating patients about alternative and complementary medicines to improve their quality of life. I truly believe in what we practice here at Placeres Integrative Medicine. I tell every single patient that walks in my door that my focus is to help them attain their health goals through diet and lifestyle first and foremost. Sometimes, diet and lifestyle need additional support to help patients establish a better foundation. This may mean incorporating herbal therapies and supplements when needed, with the goal of eventually reducing dependency on these things. I take the time to truly listen to my patients and understand their goals.

Naturopathic medicine can be an amazing standalone therapy for patients as well as in integrated therapy with conventional methods. I prioritize effective and safe therapies for patients and coordinate care with their Primary Care Physicians and Specialists when appropriate. The ideal healthcare model is one that does not separate Naturopathic Medicine and Allopathic Medicine but instead sees the benefit of the synergy of the two.

I do not like to guess. I take the time to understand what lifestyle, genetic and other factors may have contributed to their current state and how we can attempt to reverse what is reversible and improve the trajectory of their condition when it is not.

It is my goal to empower my patients to overcome their disease and not identify as it.

Outside of seeing patients and managing an integrative medical clinic, I enjoy yoga, running, the outdoors and spending time with my husband and sons. I may even be spotted tumbling in a gymnastics gym every now and then to relive my days as a young gymnast.

Call and ask for Dr. Placeres, ND, MSAc

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Credentials & Certifications

• Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine in 2015
• Masters in Acupuncture in 2017
• Highest honors, Summa Cum Laude, from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture
• Licensed Naturopathic Doctor
• Connecticut State Licensed Naturopathic Physician
• Member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
• Member of the Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association
• Licensed Naturopathic Doctor
• Acupuncturist

Dr. Frank Song is a Naturopathic Doctor with a specialized focus on Lyme disease, Tick Borne Diseases, and chronic complex illnesses. Dr. Song is additionally interested in mind-body medicine and has a background in mental health work and holistic/nutritional counseling. He is committed to helping his patients physically recover from their ailments and provide the necessary time and resources to explore the mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects to health.

Dr. Song completed his residency and training under a renowned Lyme specialist, Dr. Alexis Chesney ND. The residency was held in an integrative primary care health clinic and focused on the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme and Tick Borne Disease and chronic complex illnesses in the Lyme endemic region of Southern Vermont. Dr. Song is trained in effective lab diagnostics and the use of western, pharmaceutical, herbal, and holistic approaches to acute and “chronic” tick-borne infections. During his residency and post residency practice in Vermont, he successfully affiliated and acquired membership to both the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) and the International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illnesses (ISEAI).

He is an active member of the International Congress of Naturopathic Medicine (ICNM) and has been a speaker and ambassador for the organization since 2017. Dr. Song was a Dr. James D’Adamo Pathfinder Scholar and received 4 years of training in bioinformatics, blood type/anthropomorphic diets, and epigenetic based medicine. Dr. Song is also a professional musician and has played gigs all around the world. He believes that music is also medicine, and can be a channel to connect and bring healing sound and messages to all communities. In his free time he can be found running through the forest, swimming in the rivers, foraging for herbs and edible plants, and writing music and poetry with kindred spirits.

Dr. Frank Song, ND, sees patients via telehealth exclusively for Connecticut and Vermont residents. Call today to schedule your appointment.

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Credentials & Certifications

• Licensed Naturopathic Doctor

Hello! My name is Angel and I’m a Naturopathic Physician. I graduated with honors in Naturopathic Medicine from the University of Bridgeport. Before my doctorate, I completed my master’s coursework in Nutrition and Integrative Health at Maryland University of Integrative health.

I love my work because I love the diversity of roles I play: equal parts detective, scientist, philosopher, environmental advocate, counselor, and teacher. Getting to the cause is no simple feat, but as we peel back the layers of mixed, confusing messages about health, we get there. The guiding lamp on the journey is science and scholarship. My goal for every patient is to improve their quality of life. My work in medicine is not just about avoiding disease but about instilling the fundamental, science-backed principles for a healthy mind and body. I have a good track record with skin disorders, weight loss, and sleep issues.

When I’m not in the office, you’re likely to find me sitting cross legged on the living room floor, meditating, reading, meal planning or researching. I love spending time with my husband, making new friends on the dance floor, and connecting with my body through yin yoga. Hope to see you soon!

Call and ask for Dr. Abraham, ND

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Credentials & Certifications

• Honors in Naturopathic Medicine from the University of Bridgeport
• Masters in Nutrition and Integrative Health at Maryland University of Integrative Health

Hsiao-Chun (Sophia) is a board-certified acupuncturist and herbalist through the National Commission of Chinese and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and a licensed acupuncturist in Connecticut. Sophia received her Master of Health Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Mineola, NY. She also earned a Master of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

She started out her career as a microwave engineer. Later she became interested in energy healing and became a Reiki master practitioner. This led her to pursue a job that’s more fulfilling by helping others achieve their optimal health. Her individualized, holistic, whole person approach will address your specific concerns and needs to promote physical and emotional well-being.

Call and ask for Sophia, LAc

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Credentials & Certifications

• Board-certified acupuncturist and herbalist through the National Commission of Chinese and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) 2019
• Master of Health Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2019

Kerry is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 24 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. As a therapist, Kerry specializes in the assessment and treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) to name a few. Kerry provides individual therapy utilizing components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and attachment-based interventions.

Kerry also has significant experience implementing trauma-informed interventions that target emotional regulation.

Kerry is an outgoing, compassionate, and caring individual who believes in helping people identify their strengths and build upon them.

Kerry is a member of the National Board of Certified Counselors.

Kerry Perillo, LPC, NCC, provides mental health therapy for adolescents, young adults, adults, and families. Call today to schedule an appointment.

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Credentials & Certifications

• Licensed Professional Counselor
• National Certified Counselor Certification

Dr. Brian Crouse, ND, LAc uses acupuncture, individualized natural supplement plans, homeopathy, and herbal medicines to treat a wide range of issues including pain management, allergies, asthma, fatigue, digestive disorders, stress, anxiety and other symptoms.

Dr. Crouse completed his five-year medical training and internship at both the University of Bridgeport’s College of Naturopathic Medicine and the University of Bridgeport Acupuncture Institute graduating Magna Cum Laude. He holds the NCCAOM Diplomate of Acupuncture designation and is a member of the American and New York Associations of Naturopathic Physicians, the Connecticut Naturopathic Physician Association and is a Registered Herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild.

Call and ask for Dr. Crouse, ND, LAc

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Credentials & Certifications

• Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
• Licensed Acupuncturist (LAc)

Hi! My name is Jamie, and I’m a Nutritionist with a Master of Science in Nutrition. I’m currently continuing my clinical work to obtain my Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) license. My passion lies in individualized, whole-person care—creating personalized nutrition plans that nurture the body, mind, and spirit.

I take an integrative, scientific evidence-based approach to uncover the root causes of imbalance and barriers to help patients build sustainable habits that support lasting wellness. Much of my work focuses on gut health, hormone balance, autoimmune conditions, and nervous system regulation among other facets. My goal is to help each person reconnect with their body’s natural rhythms and restore balance from within.

In my free time, you can find me focusing on my daily wellness routine, out in nature, creating art with friends, or at concerts soaking up good music and vibes!

Call and ask for Jamie, CNS

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Credentials & Certifications

• B.A. Holistic Health, Psychology and Reiki Master

Dorina has been a massage therapist since 2013, working in a busy chiropractic clinic and in her own private practice, serving clients from the greater Danbury area and beyond. Trained in all aspects of massage therapy — Swedish, Deep Tissue, Prenatal, Shiatsu, and various forms of energy healing — a 2013 graduate from the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy, Dorina has transformed her personal style with the addition of foot reflexology, BEMER PEMF therapy, tuning fork therapy, and integral sound therapy. Additionally, Dorina hosts therapeutic sound baths, along with yoga and meditation teachers, and offers 1:1 and 1:2 person sound baths, for a full immersion in sound therapy.

Dorina is passionate about helping people from all walks of life, including women and men of all ages, athletes, teens, weekend warriors, hardworking corporate America or blue-collar worker bees, folks with injuries or recovering from surgery, people with scoliosis or other physical conditions, or anyone simply seeking to relax, refresh, and release their anxieties and worries. Dorina’s style is very therapeutic, yet there is a very spiritual nature to her work, with the addition of reflexology and therapeutic sound healing.

Trained in The Laura Norman Method of reflexology, Mother Massage pre-natal massage therapy, the Alexander Method Vibrational Sound Therapy, using Solfeggio Frequency tuning forks to balance the body, mind, and spirit. Additionally, a student of the Sound Healing Academy, Dorina incorporates a beautiful collection of crystal and hand-hammered metal singing bowls, medical grade weighted and unweighted tuning forks, as well as various rhythm instruments, both on and off the body, to enhance healing at the cellular level. With the addition of BEMER vascular therapy, an FDA Class II-cleared PEMF device that supports better circulation, better sleep and digestion, and calms the nervous system, her sessions are quite thorough and transformative.

Dorina is delighted to be joining our practice here at Placeres Integrative Medicine. She is a mom to three young adults and a 14-year-old Cockapoo. She loves being out in nature, skiing, paddle-boarding, dancing, and is an avid hula hooper. A creative soul, she loves to design and to decorate, cook healthy meals, work on cool puzzles, is a lifelong learner, and seeks to glorify God in all that she does.

Call and ask for Dorina, LMT

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Credentials & Certifications

• Certified Massage Therapist