1-10-2026 7:44am

Integrated Health and Wellness Day in the 'Boro Returns

SPRINGBORO, OH -- White Dove Circle of Light and Love is hosting its third annual Integrated Health and Healing Day in the 'Boro. on Saturday Jan., 17 from 10 am to 5 pm.

This FREE event is being held at White Dove Circle of Light and Love and features informative workshops focused on various aspects of health and wellness.

Join us to heal, learn, and grow while discovering practical tools that uplift your life and empower you to help others. Our informative workshops are designed to expand your knowledge and support lasting health and well-being in a welcoming, inspiring environment. Featured presenters and workshops include:

WHAT TRUE HEALING IS AND HOW TO ACHIEVE IT

Patricia Zimmerman, White Dove Circle

The human body has an innate capacity to heal itself. This workshop invites you to explore what true healing looks like when it begins from within. You’ll learn how the mind, body, emotions, and spirit work together to support well-being—or contribute to dis-ease (energy not flowing with ease). We’ll explore how thoughts and emotions impact the physical body, how unresolved patterns can settle into the body, and how to reconnect with your body’s natural healing intelligence.

Through guided discussion and practical experiences, you’ll learn how to listen more deeply to your body and be introduced to simple, effective self-healing techniques you can use in everyday life. This workshop focuses on healing from the inside out—empowering you to become an active participant in your own well-being. If you’re ready for meaningful change, this is your starting point. The time for change is now—and it begins with you.

THE HEART OF WELLNESS

Dr. Amrit Thakur, Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiovascular

Your heart is at the center of your overall health, and caring for it is key to living a vibrant, active life. This workshop will provide practical strategies to maintain cardiovascular health, manage risk factors, and make heart-smart choices in daily life. Join us to learn how nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle habits can support a strong, healthy heart and help you enjoy a longer, fuller life.

Dr. Amrit Thakur is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, with a focus on invasive cardiology, coronary artery disease, and cardiogenic shock. Known for his patient- and family-centered approach, Dr. Thakur brings compassionate care to acute, inpatient, and ambulatory settings. He earned his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine and completed his cardiology fellowship at Marshall University School of Medicine.

MASGUTOVA NEUROSENSORIMOTOR REFLEX INTEGRATION (MNRI)

Shelby Schmitmeyer, Integrate and Thrive

This workshop introduces the principles of Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration (MNRI), a technique designed to restore healthy reflex patterns and improve neurological function. Learn how reflexes influence movement, learning, and emotional regulation, and how disrupted patterns can affect daily life. Learn how loved ones can achieve improved function, balance, and overall well-being.

In this workshop, Shelby Schmitmeyer, a dedicated health coach and trainer with a background in Exercise Science, combines MNRI with her expertise in nutrition, fitness, and holistic health. Shelby works with children and adults across all life stages—including those with developmental delays, neurological or sensory challenges, trauma, chronic pain, and recovery from injury—helping clients restore healthy neurological patterns and build long-lasting, life-changing results.

PARASITES: SYMPTOMS, TREATMENT, PREVENTION

Antonia Storer

Every day, new information emerges about parasites and their impact on our health and well-being. In this informative workshop, you’ll uncover the hidden ways parasites can affect your body. We’ll explore the most common types of parasites, how they enter the body, and the subtle—and not-so-subtle—symptoms they can cause. Participants will gain practical, evidence-based strategies for diagnosing, treating, and naturally supporting the body through recovery.

The workshop will also cover essential prevention methods to protect yourself and your loved ones from future infections. Whether you’re looking to improve your overall health or address ongoing concerns, this session provides actionable knowledge to help you take control of your well-being.

Antonia has always been passionate about health and healing. She is a licensed massage therapist (non-practicing), educated at SHI in Lebanon, where she developed a focus on whole-body wellness. Although she currently works as a harness horse trainer, her lifelong curiosity has led her to explore holistic methods of healing extensively. Her journey into alternative health deepened after a friend introduced her to Dr. Simon Yu. Antonia discovered she had parasites contributing to her health challenges and experienced significant improvement through Dr. Yu’s treatment. While self-taught and not formally medically certified, Antonia shares her insights with those seeking natural wellness. Many who follow her guidance report notable improvements in their health and well-being.

STRESSED OUT? HEALING YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM

Sarah Rodewald, NP-C, Turning Point Health & Wellness

Chronic stress isn’t “just in your head”—it creates real, measurable changes in your body. In this talk, we’ll explore what’s actually happening biochemically when your nervous system is under stress, how those changes show up as physical symptoms, and why so many people feel stuck in cycles of fatigue, anxiety, inflammation, and burnout.

We’ll break down the stages of chronic adrenal stress and nervous system dysregulation, helping you understand where your body may be right now. Most importantly, we’ll shift from awareness to action—sharing practical, approachable tools to begin regulating your nervous system and rebuilding resilience from the inside out.

This talk is for anyone who feels wired but tired, overwhelmed, depleted, or disconnected from their body—and is ready to move from survival mode into a state of safety, balance, and healing.

Sarah Rodewald graduated from WSU with her BSN and practiced as an RN at Miami Valley Hospital for seven years. While working there she realized that she wanted to help people be able to avoid getting these debilitating and chronic conditions. During the family nurse practitioner program at Cedarville University, she learned about functional medicine and realized that treating symptoms was still not going to be enough to help people achieve real and lasting health. After graduating she started working at Western Medicine and during that time she was supported to certify in functional medicine through IFM and started incorporating those principles into her family practice care. As this part of her care with patients grew, it became clear that 15-minute visits weren’t enough to address the whole person, mind, body, and spirit. Through collaboration with her employer, they started Dayton Center for Functional Medicine which she ran for 2 years before taking over the business and changing the name to Partnered Healing Functional Medicine. Sarah is passionate about helping people come back to the root of who they are as a complete person which involves supporting their physical, mental, and emotional well being.

BREAKING THE CHAINS OF ADDICTION

Cathy Feinauer, White Dove Circle of Light and Love

Addiction is a compulsive need for a substance or behavior that is psychologically or physically habit-forming, such as alcohol or narcotics, often to the point that stopping causes severe emotional or physical distress. If you or someone you love struggles with addiction, this class offers a deeper understanding of what addiction is, its root causes, and—most importantly—how to begin healing the body, mind, and spirit.

Cathy Feinauer has walked alongside her daughter through a heroin addiction. The material was written with direct input from her daughter, who is now eight years clean, offering both professional insight and lived experience grounded in hope, healing, and recovery. Cathy is an energy healing practitioner and life/wellness coach at White Dove Circle of Light and Love.

HEALTHY RHYTHMS DRUM CIRCLE

Chief Douglas Blue Feather, Internationally Acclaimed Recording Artist

Participating in a drum circle is a powerful way to connect with your body, mind, and community. The rhythmic drumming promotes stress relief, emotional expression, and mental clarity, while fostering a sense of unity and shared energy among participants. Beyond the physical and emotional benefits, drum circles can enhance creativity, improve focus, and uplift the spirit, leaving you feeling energized, grounded, and centered.

Douglas Blue Feather is recognized as one of today’s most accomplished Native American flute artists. He has released 22 CDs heard worldwide and has earned 13 national music awards, over 60 award nominations, and membership in the Grammy Producers & Engineers Wing since 2007. A world-class performer, Douglas has appeared on Fox and NBC television and at national festivals, powwows, universities, churches, and major cultural events across the United States.

DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY to nourish your body, mind, and spirit! Join us at the Integrated Health & Wellness Day in the BORO to learn, experience, and connect with experts in wholistic health, self-care, and personal growth. Save the Date and take the first step toward a healthier, more empowered you!