Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Holistic Health in Evanston
Founded in 1999, Heartwood Center is a community-based integrative health collective dedicated to providing holistic wellness solutions in Evanston, Illinois. Our network of over 40 independent practitioners offers a comprehensive range of services including acupuncture, psychotherapy, massage therapy, and mindfulness meditation. We foster collaboration among healthcare professionals to create personalized treatment plans that address mind, body, and spirit. With 26 years of experience, our team combines traditional healing practices with modern therapeutic approaches to serve the Chicagoland area.Our facility features a serene environment designed to promote healing, including a dedicated meditation space and event venue. We maintain affiliations with organizations like Erie Family Health Center to expand access to integrative care. Our sliding scale fee structure ensures services remain accessible to all community members regardless of financial circumstances.
Services
Acupuncture
Psychotherapy
Massage Therapy
Yoga Instruction
Meditation Classes
Bodywork
Tai Chi
Reiki
Counseling
Wellness Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 26 years of experience in integrative health services
- Our collaborative network includes 40+ qualified wellness professionals
- We provide sliding scale fees for financial accessibility
- Our practitioners maintain diverse specializations across healing modalities
- We operate in a purpose-built wellness facility with meditation spaces
What people say
Incredible resource
Profoundly improved health
Wonderful teacher
Compassionate listener
Holistic care
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture services utilize traditional Chinese medicine techniques to address chronic pain, stress management, and overall wellness. Practitioners combine meridian theory with modern pain science to create personalized treatment plans. Patients benefit from our experienced practitioners who maintain ongoing continuing education in both Eastern and Western approaches to healthcare.
Meditation Classes
We offer structured meditation programs including Sunday Sangha sessions and specialized courses. Our instructors guide participants through Buddhist practices, somatic awareness techniques, and mindfulness-based stress reduction. Classes accommodate both beginners and experienced practitioners in a supportive community environment.
Psychotherapy
Our licensed therapists provide evidence-based mental health treatment for individuals and groups. Services include trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, and somatic experiencing approaches. Practitioners maintain specialized training in both conventional and alternative therapeutic modalities to address diverse client needs.
Massage Therapy
Professional massage services incorporate multiple techniques including Swedish, deep tissue, and myofascial release. Therapists tailor sessions to address specific conditions while promoting overall relaxation and wellness. Treatments are available from certified practitioners with extensive experience in therapeutic applications.
Yoga Instruction
Our yoga programs combine physical postures with breath work and meditation principles. Classes emphasize mindful movement for improved flexibility, strength, and mental clarity. Instructors adapt practices to accommodate various skill levels while maintaining traditional foundations of yogic philosophy.
People
Nancy Floy
Founder & Co-Director
30-year practitioner of Asian medicine and founder of Heartwood Center. Specializes in integrative health and Buddhist healing practices. Holds MA and LAc credentials with extensive international experience in traditional healing systems.
Larry Akey
Director of Meditation Programs
Buddhist scholar with decades of meditation experience. Trained under Tsoknyi Rinpoche and other prominent teachers. Leads Heartwood Center's meditation initiatives and Dzogchen study programs.
Tara LaDieu
Co-Director
Manages administrative operations and practitioner coordination. Brings extensive experience in holistic health administration and community wellness program development to Heartwood Center's leadership team.
Questions
What types of holistic services do you offer?
We provide acupuncture, psychotherapy, massage therapy, meditation instruction, yoga, and various energy healing modalities through our network of qualified practitioners.
Are classes available for beginners?
Yes, our meditation and movement classes welcome all experience levels with options for both new and experienced practitioners.
Do you offer sliding scale fees?
We maintain a sliding scale fee structure to ensure accessibility for all community members regardless of financial circumstances.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact individual practitioners directly or reach out to our administrative team for assistance connecting with appropriate services.
Are virtual sessions available?
Many practitioners offer remote sessions through secure telehealth platforms for added convenience and accessibility.
What makes Heartwood unique?
Our collaborative network of diverse wellness professionals operating in a purpose-built healing space creates a comprehensive integrative health environment.
