Meet The Team
Dr. Cassie Chidester DACM, L.Ac.
Owner + Founder of Sage Haven
Dr. Cassie Chidester founded Sage Haven in 2021, building it into San Diego's leading holistic women's health center and leading a team of practitioners dedicated to women's hormone, fertility, and whole-body health.
A nationally board-certified Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine licensed in California, she holds a DACM and MSTOM from Pacific College of Health and Science and a Bachelor's degree from Rowan University, and is certified in Advanced Cosmetic Acupuncture, Medical Microneedling, and Clean Needle Technique by the CCAOM.
She specializes in hormone regulation, fertility and prenatal care, stress and adrenal burnout, gut health, and holistic skin rejuvenation, blending Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern diagnostics to treat the root cause, not just the symptom.
Dr. Cassie is currently on leave from clinical care as she and her husband welcome their daughter, while continuing to lead Sage Haven as its founder and CEO.
Dr. Erika Brandt DACM, L.Ac.
Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist
Dr. Erika Brandt is a nationally board-certified Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, licensed in California. She earned her DACM and MSTOM from Pacific College of Health and Science and is certified in Clean Needle Technique by the CCAOM.
Her specialties include mental-emotional wellness, pain management, digestive health, fertility, prenatal care, and cosmetic acupuncture for natural facial rejuvenation. She has completed advanced post-graduate training in perinatal support through the PUSH Professionals Perinatal Mentorship with Dr. Deb Davies.
Dr. Erika provides fully integrative care through acupuncture, electro-stimulation, herbal medicine, moxibustion, cupping, gua sha, and infrared light therapy, tailoring each plan using Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern diagnostics to treat the root cause.
With an open heart and a commitment to excellence, Dr. Erika empowers each client to embrace their healing journey with confidence.
Dr. Michelle Macalintal DACM, L.Ac.
Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist
Dr. Michelle Macalintal is a nationally board-certified Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, licensed in California. She earned her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) and Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM) from Pacific College of Health and Science, and is certified in Clean Needle Technique by the CCAOM.
She is passionate about helping women feel their best through holistic, root-cause care that supports long-term healing and balance. At Sage Haven, Dr. Michelle specializes in women's health, hormones, fertility, gut health, stress resilience, mental health and pain management, offering integrative care through acupuncture, herbal medicine, moxibustion, fire cupping, gua sha, and infrared light therapy, always tailored to the individual.
Dr. Michelle blends the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with personalized, compassionate care, guiding patients to feel supported, balanced, and empowered throughout their healing journey.
Dr. Ashten Goolsby DACM, L.Ac.
Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist
Dr. Ashten Goolsby is a licensed acupuncturist and Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, trained at Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in Portland, one of the nation's leading institutions for classical Chinese medicine education. Her doctoral training gave her a deep, evidence-informed appreciation for the body's innate capacity to heal when given the right support.
She takes a personalized, whole-body approach to care, integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern therapeutic and aesthetic techniques. At Sage Haven, Dr. Ashten specializes in pain relief, stress and nervous system regulation, and skin health, incorporating facial acupuncture and integrative aesthetic treatments alongside advanced traditional protocols, with every plan built around the individual rather than the diagnosis alone.
Dr. Ashten brings a calm, attentive, and highly intentional presence to every session, creating space for patients to slow down, feel deeply supported, and leave restored.
Kiana Adams, CMT
Certified Massage Therapist
Kiana Adams is a licensed and certified massage therapist with advanced training in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Thai Massage, Shiatsu, Lymphatic Massage, and Somatic Healing. With a foundation in trauma-informed, integrative bodywork, she weaves together skillful technique and intuitive touch to create a truly holistic experience that nurtures both the physical body and the energetic self.
Kiana believes massage is far more than relaxation — it’s a form of embodied healing that allows clients to process, release, and return to wholeness. Her sessions are intentionally crafted to support emotional release, nervous system regulation, and pre- and postnatal well-being, meeting each client exactly where they are with compassion and care.
Through presence, grounded energy, and mindful touch, Kiana creates a deeply restorative environment where clients can unwind, reconnect, and feel at home in their bodies. Her heart-centered approach helps restore alignment, reduce stress, and promote a profound sense of renewal that extends far beyond the treatment room.
Crizel Diga
Licensed Esthetician
Crizel is a licensed esthetician with over eight years of experience, known for her warm, welcoming presence and results-driven approach to skincare. She blends clinical techniques with a holistic philosophy to support clear, balanced, and healthy skin, with a focus on acne and inflammatory skin conditions.
Her expertise includes buccal (intraoral) massage, facial sculpting, and advanced lymphatic drainage techniques, modalities that enhance visible results while supporting overall wellness from within. She may also incorporate breathwork, aromatherapy, and sound healing to help regulate the nervous system and deepen relaxation during each treatment.
Deeply committed to customization, Crizel tailors every facial to her clients’ unique skin and goals, creating a nurturing, elevated experience that supports both transformation and restoration.
Her work is rooted in helping clients feel confident and at home in their own skin, offering treatments that are both results-driven and deeply grounding.
Latoya Thomas
Front Desk Office Assistant
Latoya Thomas is our dedicated front desk office assistant and a current acupuncture student and Doctoral Candidate at Pacific College of Health and Science. She brings her passion for Chinese medicine and holistic wellness into everything she does at Sage Haven, creating a seamless and supportive experience for our clients.
With her bright and friendly personality, Latoya is always ready to greet you with a warm smile and genuine care. She loves connecting with clients, often sharing her enthusiasm for Chinese medicine and “nerding out” over the many ways holistic practices can transform health and wellbeing.
Latoya’s blend of professionalism, curiosity, and heart-centered energy makes her an integral part of the Sage Haven team, ensuring every visit feels both welcoming and inspiring.
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