About Us
Belmont Wellness Center offers a wide range of services including Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Kinesiology, Red Light Therapy, Pilates, Yoga, Sound Healing, and Naturopathy all under one roof. Our team of experienced and certified therapists works closely with Belmont Chiropractic Center to ensure a seamless, integrated approach to your care. We believe in empowering our patients to take control of their health and strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment for your journey to wellness.
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MEET OUR TEAM
ALYSSA ANDREWS
Massage & Kinesiology
Alyssa is a licensed Massage Therapist, Kinesiologist, and Owner of Belmont Wellness Center. Her expertise also includes craniosacral, myofascial release, and lymphatic drainage. Working side-by-side with Dr. David and Dr. Avanda Demperio as their Chiropractic Assistant and Massage Therapist for over 10 years, she focused on maximizing patient goals and overall physical health. As an avid athlete, she understands the many benefits of working the whole body to achieve maximum benefits in posture, athletic performance and correcting the imbalances of the musculoskeletal system resulting in faulty movement patterns.
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A native of the small town of Wareham, Massachusetts, Alyssa grew up in Southwest Florida. After relocating to North Carolina in 2009, she graduated with Honors from Southeastern Institute of Charlotte NC, specializing in Neuromuscular Massage. She resides here in Belmont with her son, Luke who will be a junior at South Point High School in the fall. In her down time, you can find Alyssa with her son at high school football games - GO BIG RED!!!
Meagan is a dedicated licensed acupuncturist, certified by the NCCAOM. In 2016, she achieved her Master of Science Degree in Acupuncture from the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Having established a thriving solo acupuncture practice in Colorado, Meagan brought her expertise to Gaston County in 2021, further enriching the local wellness landscape. Her years of practice have yielded profound success in treating a diverse range of health concerns, from chronic pain to migraines, digestive issues, infertility, and emotional struggles.
Meagan's journey into acupuncture was kindled by her own battle with migraines, which conventional medications couldn't alleviate. Her transformative experience with acupuncture ignited a passion for this ancient healing modality. Meagan's commitment extends to merging the age-old wisdom of acupuncture with modern lifestyles, tailoring treatments to each patient's unique needs for optimal outcomes. Additionally, her heartfelt mission to support those seeking to quit smoking naturally stems from the tragic loss of four family members to lung cancer. Beyond her professional endeavors, Meagan enjoys reading and embracing the wonders of North Carolina's natural beauty through nature walks, hikes, kayaking, and beach outings.
With over thirty-five years of clinical and teaching experience in acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and integrative health, Camilo Sanchez is a respected practitioner and educator in the field of Oriental healing arts. He is a licensed acupuncturist and published author with a master’s degree in Oriental medicine and has dedicated his life to helping clients overcome sports injuries and chronic pain throughout the Americas. Through his expertise, he delves into the underlying nature of imbalances, addressing root causes and providing personalized treatment plans. As a holistic health educator and master instructor of Qigong, Tai Chi, and Taoist Yoga, Camilo empowers his clients to actively participate in their own wellness journey, becoming partners in their healing process.
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Camilo is a past faculty member of the Acupuncture and Massage College in Florida and the Atlantic University of Chinese Medicine. He has been featured on national television and on radio on the subjects of Chinese medicine and integrated health. He is founder and director of the Empower Life Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, where he provides customized healing and treatment programs. Camilo is now offering Red Light Therapy to promote healing, reduce inflammation, and rejuvenate the skin.
Lashara Singletary, R.N. is a compassionate Registered Nurse with over a decade of experience in diverse healthcare settings. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, she has cared for medically complex and high-acuity patients, witnessing firsthand the impact of lifestyle habits on long-term health. Committed to making a difference in her community, Lashara earned her Health Coach certification from the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute in 2021 and founded Elevated Self, a health and wellness coaching practice focused on helping clients achieve optimal well-being through education, preventive strategies, and personalized guidance.
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Expanding her practice, Lashara now offers IV hydration therapy, boosting energy, immunity, cellular hydration, and recovery for athletes or anyone seeking rejuvenation. She also provides medical weight loss programs with individualized plans to help clients achieve sustainable, healthy results.
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Building on her holistic approach, Lashara brings her expertise to aesthetics, offering Botox and dermal fillers to reduce signs of aging, restore facial volume, and enhance natural beauty. Her personalized, safe, and effective treatments empower clients to feel confident, revitalized, and their very best.
LASHARA SINGLETARY, R.N.
IV Hydration Therapy & Botox
Christopher J. High, ND, BNC, GNM/GHK is a naturopathic doctor, bioenergetic counselor, and founder of PHI Pontifex Sacred Healing, integrative healing brands rooted in energetic science, ancestral wisdom, and whole-system transformation.
A North Carolina native and lifelong seeker, Christopher has explored sacred traditions worldwide with his life partner, Kristin, studying how ancient knowledge connects body, mind, and spirit.
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His early curiosity—shaped by Catholic schooling and a love for movement and nature—evolved into a deep study of the body’s innate intelligence. After years in orthopedic, phlebotomy, and chiropractic settings, he sought deeper understanding beyond conventional medicine.
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Guided by the work of Dr. Stanislav Grof, Alan Watts, and Dr. Lee Woolley, Christopher’s approach honors the body’s signals as sacred messengers. Through PHI Pontifex, he offers SpectraVision scanning, German New Medicine, plant medicine integration, feng shui, and bioarchitecture to restore balance, vitality, and energetic harmony.
Gelisa Lewis is a dedicated Wellness Practitioner and 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience. Her journey into wellness began in the corporate world, where relentless demands and stress led her to discover the transformative power of meditation. This awakening inspired her to dedicate herself to helping others find balance, peace, and holistic wellbeing.
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Gelisa's approach centers on helping clients cultivate self-awareness, reduce stress, gain clarity, and experience peace and overall well-being. She specializes in Thai Yoga Movement Sessions, sound healing, and Reiki energy healing, creating inclusive spaces where everybody feels welcomed and supported. Her holistic approach integrates multiple modalities to meet each individual's unique needs.
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Relocating to the Charlotte area from Maryland, Gelisa is the owner of 2ND LIFE WELLNESS. A name inspired by her realization that we all have two lives, and the second one begins when we realize we only have one. She is passionate about bringing more peace into the world and empowering participants to take on the world with love. In her downtime, you can find Gelisa hiking local trails, journaling, practicing yoga, or enjoying movies and music.
GELISA LEWIS
Wellness Practitioner & Yoga Teacher