Our Wellness Team

Alma Goldstein L.a.c, AP.

Alma Goldstein is an Acupuncture Physician in the State of Florida and a Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of New York.  In 1996 she was awarded a Diplomate status of Acupuncture (Dipl. Ac.) by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She is a graduate of the New York College of Health Professions, one of the leading colleges of holistic medicine in the US.  Previous to her acupuncture career she held the position of Laboratory Administrator at a Community Hospital in Queens, New York.  Her extensive background in Laboratory Medical Technology, has allowed her the ability to integrate an east/ west approach to her practice blending the holistic approach of the ancient Chinese modality of Oriental Medicine with modern health care. Alma is a former clinic supervisor, faculty member and 7 year member of the board of trustees of the New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (NYCTCM), in Mineola, N.Y.  She is also a Reiki Master who is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese. Her practice includes the use of acupuncture for facial rejuvenation, fertility, psychosomatic disorders and pain management.

Christopher Michael Ramsdell MS, PT

Chris grew up in Long Island, NY and since an early age had a true love and enthusiasm for all sports. Through this love and interest, Chris developed an aspiration to become a physical therapist. In 2008 he received a Master of Science from Florida International University.

With his extensive interest and background in sports Chris is continually expanding and perfecting his expertise in all areas. Chris will soon have his certification in manual therapy. He also has future plans to become a certified practitioner of the Graston technique.

Chris’s intensive training in a busy orthopedic setting provided him with not only in depth knowledge and experience but sparked a specific interest in treating the upper and lower extremities, neck, and spine.

Besides physical therapy as a profession, Chris views physical fitness as a way of life. He believes whole heartedly in the benefits of exercise and a healthy lifestyle. Chris is an avid hockey player, and enjoys participating in athletic competitions in his free time. Because of his innate attitudes towards health and wellness, Chris is an asset to Premier Wellness and all patients and contemporaries agree.  

Sarah Mickalsen LMT

Growing up in a family that values knowledge as much as creativity, it was only natural that Sarah developed an intense curiosity and love of learning that will last a lifetime.  Graduating from the University of Massachusetts in 2004; with a self designed major entitled Alternative Health and Holistic Healing, Sarah earned a Bachelor’s of Science.  From that springboard Sarah attended the Muscular Therapy Institute in Cambridge, Ma.  After becoming a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist (NCBTMB) Sarah took extensive advanced education training in various healing therapies including injury assessment and treatment, sports medicine and massage, pregnancy massage and infancy massage.

Sarah has travelled and worked in many different capacities in the health and wellness industry.  The diversity of patients and situations with which she has worked and her ability to touch and affect one on a unique level is truly a gift.

John Gidney, LMT

John Gidney has always been passionate about physical fitness and the limits of the human body.  Growing up in Gary IN, John became active in power lifting when he moved to south Florida.  John's dedication to weight-lifting has opened many doors for him, and has specifically lead him to the career he feels he was born to do.  One door opened another, and John's physical fitness background has parlayed smoothly into a career spanning over a decade as a Licensed Massage therapist.  John has taken numerous continuing education classes; certifying him in Foot Reflexology, Sports Massage, Deep Tissue, Musculoskeletal Alignment, and Energy Healing in the Art of Reiki.  John's in depth training in such varying techniques and modalities has given him an unparalleled skill set to draw from, even with the most complicated musculoskeletal complaints.

Taylor Welch, Director of Marketing and Front Desk Team Leader

Determined, driven, compassionate and focused would be a good start in describing Taylor Welch, but that would only be scratching the surface of this dynamic self-starter.  Growing up in Jacksonville; Taylor's most influential teacher was her mother, imparting upon her the value of hard work and integrity.  From her very first job at a spa, at the age of 15, Taylor was able to recognize the unique effect she had on people.  Her kindness and grace is unparalleled.  Amongst all her credentials, and collegiate education, Taylor is most proud of her aesthetician’s license; because above all else she enjoys helping others reach their goals.   Premier Wellness Centers feels very lucky to have Taylor on our team; we can't wait for you to meet her!

Barbara Swihart, Personal Injury Insurance Specialist

Barbara Swihart was born and raised in Indiana on Lake Michigan.   She has raised 3 beautiful children and has 9 grandchildren and proud of all of them.

She moved to California in the early 80’s and started her career in nursing,  then moved to Colorado Springs, CO in which she continued doing her nursing and going to school.

Moved to Florida in the late 80’s in which she continued her nursing and then changed her career to join in the Chiropractic field.  She now is a registered chiropractic assistant with a certificate from Parker Chiropractic College.  She has enjoyed working in the Chiropractic field for the last 12 years.  Over the last 12 years she has managed thousands of personal injury and worker's compensation claims throughout Florida.

She recently bought a home and moved to Port Saint Lucie to join Premier Wellness Centers.