Holistic Wellness Team
Our Holistic Nurse Practitioner
Veronica Sanchez, FNP-BC, MSN, BSN, CCM, LAc
Veronica Sanchez, FNP-BC, MSN, BSN, CCM, LAc
Board Certified-Family Nurse Practitioner Veronica has dedicated her life to holistic care. After completing her Bachelor of Science at the University of California, Berkeley, she subsequently obtained a Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from Dongguk University. Her love of learning and desire to offer patients the best in cutting-edge and holistic health inspired her to pursue a Master of Science from United States University. Dually licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse and acupuncturist, Veronica implements evidence-based East-West approaches to various women’s health, musculoskeletal, and chronic pain conditions.
Offerings include nonsteroidal joint injections, prolotherapy, neural therapy, acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, therapeutic exercises, and supplements to help keep patients active, out of pain, moving, and healthy. This successful and unique perspective has helped improve the quality of life for thousands of her patients over the last 20 years of her career.
As the Clinical Director, Veronica guides the InnerMovement Team who continues to provide award winning care.
Veronica loves spending time with her family, friends, and pets. Daily practices of Transcendental Meditation and Qi Gong helps keep her Qi levels up so she can continue to do what she loves: serve the community at large.
Offerings include nonsteroidal joint injections, prolotherapy, neural therapy, acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, therapeutic exercises, and supplements to help keep patients active, out of pain, moving, and healthy. This successful and unique perspective has helped improve the quality of life for thousands of her patients over the last 20 years of her career.
As the Clinical Director, Veronica guides the InnerMovement Team who continues to provide award winning care.
Veronica loves spending time with her family, friends, and pets. Daily practices of Transcendental Meditation and Qi Gong helps keep her Qi levels up so she can continue to do what she loves: serve the community at large.
Dr. Heidi Fennell, DC. FICPA
Dr. Heidi Fennell, DC. FICPA
Dr. Heidi established InnerMovement Wellness Center in 2004 after she obtained a Chiropractic degree from Cleveland Chiropractic College Los Angeles in 2004. She graduated Cum Laude and was honored both Student of the Year and Community Leader of the Year.
Along with her Chiropractic degree, Dr. Heidi also took an additional year of study that earned her a Fellowship in working with Pregnancy & Pediatrics. She is one of the few practitioners certified and proficient in the Webster Prenatal Chiropractic technique which deems her a specialist in working safely with pregnant patients. She has spent much of her career successfully helping mothers & babies enjoy a pain free pregnancy and natural, non-surgical birth. Because of this, InnerMovement has become a referral source for many OB/Gyn's, midwives and doulas in the LA area.
Dr Heidi is no longer a hands on practitioner at InnerMovement. As a mentor, she enjoys passing on her experience and passion to the chiropractic & massage team as well participating in community outreach to educate the public on the benefits of integrative care.
The InnerMovement Chiropractic team, under Dr Heidi's guidance has been honored with Best of LA in Chiropractic care 7 times, including Best Prenatal Chiropractor in 2019.
Her personal education is ongoing as well as her commitment to teaching others. Dr Heidi loves spending time with her family and friends, is deeply rooted in her meditative practice and is passionate about all things related to health and healing. She can be reached via email on the contact page of InnerMovement website and is happy to assist with any health related questions you have.
Along with her Chiropractic degree, Dr. Heidi also took an additional year of study that earned her a Fellowship in working with Pregnancy & Pediatrics. She is one of the few practitioners certified and proficient in the Webster Prenatal Chiropractic technique which deems her a specialist in working safely with pregnant patients. She has spent much of her career successfully helping mothers & babies enjoy a pain free pregnancy and natural, non-surgical birth. Because of this, InnerMovement has become a referral source for many OB/Gyn's, midwives and doulas in the LA area.
Dr Heidi is no longer a hands on practitioner at InnerMovement. As a mentor, she enjoys passing on her experience and passion to the chiropractic & massage team as well participating in community outreach to educate the public on the benefits of integrative care.
The InnerMovement Chiropractic team, under Dr Heidi's guidance has been honored with Best of LA in Chiropractic care 7 times, including Best Prenatal Chiropractor in 2019.
Her personal education is ongoing as well as her commitment to teaching others. Dr Heidi loves spending time with her family and friends, is deeply rooted in her meditative practice and is passionate about all things related to health and healing. She can be reached via email on the contact page of InnerMovement website and is happy to assist with any health related questions you have.
Dr. Karen A. Coscolluela, DC
Dr. Karen Coscolluela was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. After earning her Bachelor of science degree in Kinesiology from Arizona State University (Go Sun Devils!), she earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic degree from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic at Southern California University of Health Sciences.
Dr. Coscolluela is certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and the California State Board. she is also a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and holds both the perinatal and prenatal webster certifications.
Dr. Coscolluela's involvement in sports helped develop her appreciation for chiropractic care. Although she has witnessed numerous positive outcomes within the athletic population, she truly believes that chiropractic care is for EVERyone: from infants to the elderly and from preconception to postpartum. Dr. Coscolluela is passionate about providing high quality care to her patients and their families. She looks forward to helping you reach your full health potential.
Dr. Coscolluela is certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and the California State Board. she is also a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and holds both the perinatal and prenatal webster certifications.
Dr. Coscolluela's involvement in sports helped develop her appreciation for chiropractic care. Although she has witnessed numerous positive outcomes within the athletic population, she truly believes that chiropractic care is for EVERyone: from infants to the elderly and from preconception to postpartum. Dr. Coscolluela is passionate about providing high quality care to her patients and their families. She looks forward to helping you reach your full health potential.
Jessica Min, LAc
Jessica Min, LAc
Jessica is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with a passion for treating the body through its
many transitions and changes. Her background in healing stems from being a meditation teacher and Qi-gong Professor at Yuin University.
She has a keen interest in holistic approaches to physical, mental, and spiritual health. She believes deeply in honoring the physical metamorphosis and challenges of aging and major life events.
She marries traditional Oriental Medicine and western medicine to provide unique treatments for anxiety, depression, PTSD, musculoskeletal pain and hormonal imbalances.
She also utilizes other forms of Chinese Medicine to bring optimum wellness, including Chinese Herbal Medicine, cupping, Moxibustion, Tui-na and Nutritional counseling.
She has also successfully treated other women’s health conditions such as infertility, migraine headache, PMS, prenatal, postpartum care and cosmetic acupuncture such as face-lifting, weight-loss and anti-aging.
many transitions and changes. Her background in healing stems from being a meditation teacher and Qi-gong Professor at Yuin University.
She has a keen interest in holistic approaches to physical, mental, and spiritual health. She believes deeply in honoring the physical metamorphosis and challenges of aging and major life events.
She marries traditional Oriental Medicine and western medicine to provide unique treatments for anxiety, depression, PTSD, musculoskeletal pain and hormonal imbalances.
She also utilizes other forms of Chinese Medicine to bring optimum wellness, including Chinese Herbal Medicine, cupping, Moxibustion, Tui-na and Nutritional counseling.
She has also successfully treated other women’s health conditions such as infertility, migraine headache, PMS, prenatal, postpartum care and cosmetic acupuncture such as face-lifting, weight-loss and anti-aging.
YooJin Kang, LAc, DAOM
YooJin Kang, LAc, DAOM, is a California-licensed acupuncturist with over 10 years of clinical experience specializing in pain management, holistic wellness, and compassionate patient care. She is passionate about helping patients improve mobility, reduce chronic pain, support circulation and balance, and enhance overall vitality through natural healing approaches.
Originally from South Korea, YooJin came to the United States with her family as a child and later lived and studied in China before pursuing her education in hospitality and healthcare.
Her path into acupuncture was deeply personal. After several family members were diagnosed with cancer, she witnessed the positive impact acupuncture had on her mother’s recovery and healing journey, inspiring her lifelong dedication to holistic medicine and patient-centered care.
YooJin earned both her Master’s and Doctoral degrees from South Baylo University, where her doctoral research focused on anxiety, addiction recovery, and emotional well-being through auricular acupuncture.
Known for her calm, attentive, and personalized approach, YooJin believes healing is both a science and an art. Outside of her practice, she enjoys painting, herbal teas, and caring for animals, including volunteering acupuncture treatments at a local animal hospital. She is trilingual, speaking Korean, English, and conversational Chinese.
Originally from South Korea, YooJin came to the United States with her family as a child and later lived and studied in China before pursuing her education in hospitality and healthcare.
Her path into acupuncture was deeply personal. After several family members were diagnosed with cancer, she witnessed the positive impact acupuncture had on her mother’s recovery and healing journey, inspiring her lifelong dedication to holistic medicine and patient-centered care.
YooJin earned both her Master’s and Doctoral degrees from South Baylo University, where her doctoral research focused on anxiety, addiction recovery, and emotional well-being through auricular acupuncture.
Known for her calm, attentive, and personalized approach, YooJin believes healing is both a science and an art. Outside of her practice, she enjoys painting, herbal teas, and caring for animals, including volunteering acupuncture treatments at a local animal hospital. She is trilingual, speaking Korean, English, and conversational Chinese.
Keiko De Leon, CMT
Keiko is a California Certified Massage Therapist and graduate of the National Holistic Institute. Inspired by the experience of caring for a family member with serious illness, Keiko developed a deep understanding of comfort, compassion, and the power of touch-skills further enhanced through specialized training in oncology massage.
Blending a holistic approach with therapeutic techniques, Keiko tailors each session to the unique needs of the patient. Services include condition-specific therapeutic massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, myofascial release therapy and prenatal massage.
With a focus on both physical relief and emotional well-being, Keiko creates a safe, nurturing space where clients can relax, heal, and restore balance.
Blending a holistic approach with therapeutic techniques, Keiko tailors each session to the unique needs of the patient. Services include condition-specific therapeutic massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, myofascial release therapy and prenatal massage.
With a focus on both physical relief and emotional well-being, Keiko creates a safe, nurturing space where clients can relax, heal, and restore balance.
Marielle Tavares, DNP, PHN, FNP-BC, NP-C
Marielle Tavares, FNP-BC, MSN, BSN
Marielle is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Marielle received a Master of Science degree from the University of Southern California and a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. Marielle is a member of the nursing honorary society Sigma Theta Tau, the American Holistic Nurse’s Association, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and the California Association for Nurse Practitioners.
Marielle has a comprehensive background in healthcare, having held positions in LA County’s highest-ranked healthcare systems. Marielle is passionate about holistic patient-centered care. As Director of Inner Movement’s Occupational Health Division, she ensures the highest-quality patient and client experience through her leadership, clinical, and managerial experience.
Marielle has a comprehensive background in healthcare, having held positions in LA County’s highest-ranked healthcare systems. Marielle is passionate about holistic patient-centered care. As Director of Inner Movement’s Occupational Health Division, she ensures the highest-quality patient and client experience through her leadership, clinical, and managerial experience.