About

Patricia has more than 25 years of experience working with people and/or their family members, many with myriad of diagnoses, including autism. She calls her work taking the dis out of dis-ease, using the word dis-ease as anything that stands in the way of a peaceful and happy existence. It is this experience that has inspired this series of books and classes. Patricia Leat L.Ac. Dipl. O.M., is a California Licensed, Nationally Certified Acupuncturist, Herbologist and Wholistic Coach. As a consultant she is known for her ability to “put her finger” on issues that cause discomfort, personal and family patterns that can create other issues, thereby helping people bring their relationships, both to themselves and with others, to a more authentic and peaceful place. During hands on personal visits, she blends Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine with Nutrition, Qi Gong, Ayurvedic Medicine, and the CranioSacral Therapy of John E. Upledger, D.O., O.M.M., in conjunction with the visceral manipulation techniques of Jean-Pierre Barral, as well as meridian therapy with truly amazing results. Patricia is also a member of The International Association of Healthcare Practitioners, a league of caregivers dedicated to therapies that offer innovative solutions to their patients and clients.

Marissa’s interest and passion for developmental psychology started when she was 15 years old, working as a swimming instructor teaching children from 5 years and older, to develop their techniques in the water. During the last 10 years Marissa has worked and volunteered with organizations including orphan- ages in Philippines and Hong Kong, developed after- school programs for children with learning difficulties as well as organized activities for child refugees in the UK. From her experiences she has developed a deep understanding and knowledge about many difference facets of child development, family interactions and how to support a person where they are. Marissa received her B.Sc. Psychology from Cardiff University, Wales. Marissa lives in Sweden and continues to work on projects relating to the inner well-being of both adults and children.

I have worked in many companies, both large and small, doing wonderful work, but with always the question: What good am I doing for others?” I have felt for a long time that my life’s purpose is to help people. I have always questioned everything, whether it be why a doctor wants me to do something to why a specific food is good for me – what are the positives and negatives.Powerful life changes led me to meet Patti who introduced me to a wholistic approach both to life and medicine. With her acupuncture, herbal and nutritional treatments came inspiration and new way to look at the “whole” of my life and to look within myself rather than relying on doctors to learn about my health, happiness and well-being. I scrutinized and questioned her which prompted us to write this book. I want to show people who have even the slightest interest in seeing the “bigger picture” for their lives how to do so. I became an EMT 2012, while continuing to raise my son, be an inspiring and supportive wife, and continue to work in sales. Life in my mid 40s has become a new and powerful adventure that I hope to share with everyone.