ALTIVITAS Holistic Wellness Center

From a young age, I have been fascinated by health and wellness, particularly the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spiritual health. This passion led me to pursue a career in medicine. I was particularly drawn to osteopathic medical training because it aligned with my beliefs and understanding of health and wellness. I graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012 with a strong commitment to the osteopathic principles that are central to my practice. During medical school, I accepted a position as a predoctoral fellow in Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), where I saw firsthand the benefits of a hands-on approach to healthcare. I went on to complete my residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip, NY, in 2016. This training equipped me with the skills to provide compassionate and comprehensive care to women at every stage of life. I am passionate about integrating the wisdom of traditional non-western medicine into modern healthcare. My continued studies have encompassed yoga, meditation, energy healing, Ayurvedic medicine, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). I regularly collaborate with practitioners of these modalities to offer the most comprehensive and holistic care possible. My practice is built on a patient-centered approach, where open communication and mutual respect are fundamental to our journey toward optimal health. I am honored to guide individuals through their healthcare experiences and foster a collaborative environment that acknowledges each person’s unique needs. Join me in embracing a holistic approach to health—one that celebrates the deep connection between our physical, mental, and spiritual selves. Together, let’s embark on a journey toward lasting well-being.

Barbara Blackwell is a seasoned physical therapist who has dedicated her career to helping people feel more at ease, aligned, and supported in their bodies. Recognizing that lasting wellness requires addressing the whole person, Barbara expanded her practice to include functional nutrition. Through this lens, she helps clients explore underlying imbalances and approach nutrition as a meaningful resource for recovery, resilience, and long-term well-being. From her advanced training as a Certified Integrated Manual Therapist, she brings deep experience and attentive, hands‑on skill to her work to restore mobility, ease pain, and support the body’s natural ability to heal. Alongside her commitment to supporting physical and nutritional health, Barbara has cultivated a deep passion for flower essences. The energetic qualities of flowers can help restore emotional balance, support personal growth, and nurture inner resilience, offering an additional path to self-discovery and transformation. Barbara's care is grounded in connection, compassion, and presence. She meets each person where they are, providing a supportive environment where healing can unfold. Barbara grew up on Cape Cod and continues to be inspired and restored by its natural beauty. Away from work, she enjoys spending time in nature with her husband or reading a good book in the company of her two cats.

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I believe healing happens when we care for the whole person—body, mind, spirit, and the deeper wisdom that lives within each of us. As a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, I blend conventional medicine with integrative, holistic, and Earth-based healing traditions to support individuals navigating health challenges, life transitions, and personal transformation. My training includes certification in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy through the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS), Medicinal Plants through Cornell University, and advanced study in Reiki, Polarity Therapy, Shamanic Energy Medicine, and End-of-Life Coaching and Doula care. These experiences have shaped an approach that honors both science and spirit, integrating evidence-informed medicine with practices that support healing, resilience, and transformation. I don’t simply guide others along the healing path—I walk it myself. Through my own experiences of illness, healing, and deep spiritual practice, I have come to know this terrain intimately. These experiences have deepened my trust in the body’s innate capacity to heal and strengthened my commitment to meeting each person with presence, authenticity, and compassion. I believe each of us carries an innate capacity for healing. My role is to help you reconnect with that inner wisdom, clear what stands in the way, and support you as you move toward equilibrium. Whether you are navigating chronic illness, seeking greater vitality, integrating expanded-state experiences, or moving through a significant life transition, my intention is to create a safe, collaborative space where healing can unfold. I believe healing is not about becoming someone new, but about remembering the wholeness that has always been within you.