Founder
Yelena Binder
A devoted and highly sought after licensed acupuncturist, Yelena Binder is trained in the traditional style of Chinese medicine and is the heart and soul of Cataleya Wellness.
With over 20 years of experience in the holistic wellness and fitness industry, Yelena is well versed in the natural rhythm of a healthy mind, body and soul. She is committed and passionate about her clients’ health and wellness.
Her motto is “Healing the world, one person at a time with Chinese Medicine, Massage Therapy and Love.” Yelena looks at the human experience in different planes, she believes that by integrating all of these different modalities, she is able to guide her clients through more than just one road to healing, therefore creating healing, strength and sustainability on a physical, emotional, spiritual and social level.
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Education and Experience
Yelena began exploring her career with martial arts and boxing at a young age. As she became a champion boxer, she quickly became a well sought after fitness specialist, later on discovering her passion for Acupuncture and Massage Therapy.
Yelena obtained a Bachelors of Science degree in Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology from Hunter College, an Associate degree of Occupational Studies in Massage Therapy, and a Masters of Science degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. She is a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, New York State Licensed Acupuncturist, New York State Licensed Massage Therapist, and Board Certified Herbalist. Yelena obtained her Master’s Degree in Oriental Medicine with over 5,000 hours of theory and clinical practice in Acupuncture, Herbs, and TuiNa (Chinese Medical Massage).
She obtained her certification as a prenatal Massage Therapist and is well versed working with women throughout all the different phases of pregnancy to support their bodies as they change to accommodate a growing baby. She has worked with pregnant women at the Lutheran Hospital supporting them during labor and delivery. Yelena also incorporates and integrates life coaching as an option for all her clients, as she believes in the healing power of the mind when it comes to sustainable health and wellness.