Childhood memories escaping hot and hectic city summers to a cool, calm lakeside cottage inspired the creation of Point Pleasant, a holistic day spa and wellness center serving the Ft Lauderdale and South Florida area. The wonderful time spent with family and friends, and the friendliness of neighbors, inspired the creation of an environment where someone could come to "escape" for the hustle and bustle of their daily life for a few hours while doing something good for the skin and body to make it healthier, look good and feel good.

We have a very professional and qualified staff committed to providing services and using products that are as natural, chemical free and healthy as possible. Combining quality products with gentle hands enable the staff at Point Pleasant Wellness Spa to provide pampering services that are effective with a longer lasting effect.

Get to know our family!

Massage Therapy

 

Lynn Brown, BA, LMT (Co-Founder)
Lynn received her BA degree and worked in the corporate world for several years. She then decided to leave that environment to raise three daughters. During that time she taught preschool. In the 8 years since she has been an LMT, Lynn holds certifications specializing in medical massage, the Vodder technique for Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD is a gentle but effective detoxifaction treatment), Lypossage (another type of manual detoxification treatment), and is a 2nd degree Reiki practitioner.

 

Jason Latona, MS, LMT, CPT, CKTP
Jason has been a practicing massage therapist since 1994, holds a master's degree in Exercise Science & Wellness Education, and is a certified Personal Trainer through both the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He has worked in a variety of settings as an exercise physiologist,·personal trainer, and massage therapist ranging from hospital based wellness facilities to private country clubs. Jason specializes in Therapeutic & Sports massage, Neuromechanical therapy, Active Isolated Stretching, Myofascial Release techniques, and is also a Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner. Additionally, Jason is an adjunct professor at Broward College where he teaches various health /wellness courses.

 

Kathy Keating-Kay, LMT

With over 20 years of milti-faceted healing arts experiences, Kathy brings skills and talents in Jin Shin Jyutsu, Tai Chi and Qi Gong (including a certification from the American Arthritis Association in Tai Chi), Yamuna Body Rolling, Inner Relationship Focusing and mindfulness meditation for the mind and soul. She brings her well honed skills to all her clients addressing their personal and various needs on a physical, emotional/mental and spriritual level.

 

Esthetics

Joanne Latona, RDH, BS, CE, CMP (Co-Founder)
Joanne is a graduate from the State University of New York at Buffalo with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Sciences Education. Ten years ago after practicing many years as a registered dental hygienist, she made a career change and became an esthetician and certified master pedicurist. She now enjoys utilizing her knowledge of head and neck anatomy and epithelial and connective tissue health and repair in providing effective skin and safe nail care services.

Jeanet Gallarday, CE, CMP
After building a very successful business in her country, Peru, Jeanette found herself in Florida developing her clinical skills as a full specialist in the cosmetic field. European trained in the German techniques for dry pedicures, she completed the course work offered by the International Pedicure Association and is one of just a handful of “Certified Master Pedicurists” in the South Florida area. You will enjoy her head to toe relaxing and effective facial and foot care treatments.

Lisa Walters, CE
After working in the travel and service industry for nearly 20 years, Lisa was drawn to the health and wellness field. A graduate of the Florida College of Natural Health, as an esthetician, as well as graduating from the Laura Norman School of Reflexology. In addition, she has a certificate from New Vision's Aromatic Touch Training Program in Aromatherapy. She now enjoys helping people look and feel better on both the inside and out.

 

Dual License (Massage/Esthetics)

 

Melissa Angel, LMT, CE
Melissa has been with us now for six years. Many of you have benefited from the wonderful massage therapy that she does. After living in Ft Myers for the past several years and only being able to work here with us part-time, she and her family have relocated back to the east coast! The best news is that she is now dual licensed with her esthetic AND massage credentials. A massage and facial done simultaneously is a wonderful experience!

 

Holistic Physician

Michael Dardano, D.C., M.S.N.

Dr Michael Dardano is a holistic practitioner who believes that treating the body, mind and spirit in combination will achieve an optimal level of wellness and promote self-healing.  He earned his Masters Degree in Clinical Nutrition and his Doctorate in Chiropractic from the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut. He is also an adjunct College professor in Science Education. He studied Applied Kinesiology in Manhattan with Eugene Charles and continued his studies in clinical neurology, sound and light therapy, cold laser, emotional release and ASERT under Dr. John Brimhall.  Dr. Dardano’s focus is on helping patients to find and address the root cause of physical ailments and assisting the body to heal from within by addressing the emotional and psychological aspects buried deep in the body’s cellular memory. 

 

Nutrition

Jessie Keener, ND
As a clinical nutritionist and naturopathic doctor for over 20 years, Jessie brings profound expertise to Point Pleasant Wellness Center. Her "Essential Wellness" Program specializes in weight loss/detoxification and is very complimentary to the body and skin care services offered at the Center. Highly trained in applied kinesiology (muscle testing), Jessie utilizes herbology, nutrition and affordable lab testing to deliever results. She believes that no two bodies are alike and her Essential Wellness Program engages the individual in a relationship with their own body that fosters wisdom, empowerment and healing through awareness of their own process. Jessie works by appointment only. Please call for an appointment.

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Acupuncture

Denise Douglas
Denise began her journey in the Healing Arts as a massage therapist.  She spent over 10 years in a sucessful private practice.  During that time she continually studied complimentary medicine techniques such as Reiki, Enzyme Therapy, and Naturopathic Medicine.  She is a graduate of the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture.

 

 

Chiropractic

Dr. Barry Weinberg, DC
Barry is a Chiropractor and published author of two books:  A Clear Path to Healing and To Face a Dragon.  He was a chief doctor and owner of A Place for Healing since 1994 and has now joined Point Pleasant Wellness Spa to bring great awareness and healing to the public through health education, Network Spinal Analysis and other wellness solutions.  

 

 

Administration

Justin Latona, Business Development & Client Relations
Justin, holding both engineering and business degrees, supports the Point Pleasant Wellness family with business development, marketing, client relations, and IT services.