About Us
Meet Our Team.
A division of Sanibel Wellness, Inc of Fort Myers.
Fort Myers Acupuncture and Massage was established by Massage Therapist and Yoga Teacher Brian "Doc" Healy in 1993.
For over 30 years, Brian and the staff of Fort Myers Acupuncture and Massage have performed thousands of high quality massage treatments for the residents and visitors of Sanibel, Captiva and Fort Myers. Fort Myers Acupuncture and Massage specializes in treating stress, tension and pain, especially neck, shoulder, and lower back issues. Our primary healing modalities are Therapeutic Massage, Eastern Bodywork, Aromatherapy, Herbology, Nutrition, AcuPoint Therapy and other treatments from Traditional Chinese Medicine such as Tuina. Our outcall division specializes in bringing the relaxation to you! Music, oils, massage table and more brought right to your location!
It can be the ultimate treat on your special vacation or just the remedy you need for a back that’s sore from travel. Each member of the Fort Myers Acupuncture and Massage team has been selected and trained by Brian to assure you the highest quality professional service.
Brian "Doc" Healy
aP, licensed massage therapist MA#18793, Yoga & meditation Teacher
Brian is a Florida licensed, nationally board certified Acupuncturist.
He specializes in treating musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction, headaches & migraines, gastrointestinal disorders and more.
An award winning Massage Therapist, licensed since 1994, specializing in Medical Massage, Orthopedic Massage and MyoFascial Unwinding.
He is a certified Yoga & Meditation Teacher with over 20 years experience teaching ongoing classes, workshops and retreats in several styles of yoga and meditation.
Ashley Donato
acupuncturist
With over fifteen years of experience in Chinese Medicine, Ashley brings an additional wealth of knowledge and experience to our practice.
Ashley graduated from Texas Health and Science University in Austin, Texas, and is nationally and state board certified to practice in Florida, Louisiana and New York. As you’ll come to experience, her dedication to Holistic Wellness is truly remarkable as she treats a wide range of health conditions, from stress and pain to autoimmune diseases.
One of Ashley’s specialties is her gentle needling style, which is usually painless, very relaxing and highly effective. She has traveled extensively, educating and treating individuals around the globe with this incredible approach, and she is extremely excited to continue serving right here in our local community of Iona, Sanibel, Captiva & Fort Myers.
With specializations in Acupuncture for Geriatric patients, Oncology, Behavioral Health, Veterans, and Women’s health, Ashley delivers personalized care to meet your unique needs or concerns.
Jovan Draine
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST #MA57928
Jovan has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2008…almost 16 years. She was born and raised in NY and has 3 beautiful children.
From a very young age, Jovan held a strong desire to help others. Exploring various paths within the healthcare industry, a pivotal moment came upon touring the Florida Academy of Massage, where it all clicked!
Guided by an exceptional mentor, who encouraged outside-the-box thinking, she pursued advanced techniques post-graduation, focusing on medical and orthopedic massage. Collaborating with many incredible therapists and doctors along her path, Jovan discovered a passion for addressing conditions such as stiff neck, piriformis syndrome and frozen shoulder.
Witnessing clients’ satisfaction with their progress brings her immense joy. Additionally, if you just need some relaxation or an overall deep tissue massage, she loves doing those, too!
A special thing about Jovan is that she remains dedicated to expanding her knowledge and skill-base to deliver optimal results. She prides herself deeply in being extremely in tune with the human body, and looks forward to meeting your individual needs.
Dale Szymanski
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST #ma
Dale is a graduate of the Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy and is licensed in Florida & Wisconsin.
His approach to massage is steeped in an expansive education which allows him to customize each session for his guests.
Dale is certified in many modalities of massage including Hot Stone, Deep Tissue, Warm Bamboo Fusion, Sciatica Relief, Aromatherapy, reflexology & more. He is excellent in working with guests who require a therapeutic massage to relieve pain associated with sciatica, plantar fasciitis, sports & work injuries and rheumatoid arthritis. His foot reflexology techniques are outstanding.
Dale is also a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
When he isn’t table-side, Dale enjoys listening to music, traveling, beach days and family time.