About ORA
ORA was born from the transformative healing story of our founder, Kimberly Ross, who found healing in acupuncture amidst her journeys with gut and digestive issues, fertility, and the quest for serenity amidst anxiety and stress. In creating ORA, our aim has been to illuminate the genuine power of acupuncture, showcasing its remarkable ability to touch and heal mind, body and spirit.
Who We Are
Since 2020, ORA Space has been a tranquil retreat, upholding and honoring the ancient practice of acupuncture. We offer a spa-like environment that nurtures healing and rejuvenation, while allowing our guests to connect with the deep, restorative powers of age-old practices, thoughtfully integrated into the rhythm of modern life.
Our Team
After being diagnosed with Type-1 Diabetes at age 11 and struggling with health-related issues throughout the years, Kimberly finally found great relief in acupuncture 5 years ago after receiving treatment from Gabriel Sher, now ORA's Director of Acupuncture. The concept of ORA was conceived during her time at Harvard Business School, in an attempt to make acupuncture more approachable to others experiencing health issues.
Kimberly continues her mission of helping others feel their best and achieve optimal well-being. She started a nonprofit when she was just 14 years old called Safe-sittings...
After many years of struggling with her own health issues, Isabel discovered the healing power of acupuncture and how it can impact not only your physical, but mental and emotional health as well.
With a two decade career in the beauty and spa industry, Isabel has a successful background in product development, curating retail assortments, creating operational standards and designing brand sales and training programs.
Being able to marry her passions for acupuncture and creating unique...
Assel Cooperman is a New York-based licensed acupuncturist who began her journey into Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at the Pacific College of Health and Science (PCHS), where she earned a Bachelor of Professional Studies and a Master of Science in Acupuncture. Her path to Chinese Medicine was inspired by her Shaman, who instilled in her a deep appreciation for the value of serving humanity.
Assel believes in a holistic approach to healing, focused on balancing the mind and body. Her specialties include orthopedic disorders, with a focus on pain management through techniques such as trigger point therapy...
Tara Grant is a licensed acupuncturist with a background in clinical psychology and neuroscience research at UCLA. She has extensive experience working with patients in individual and group settings, focusing on mental health, trauma, and addiction recovery. Tara has worked in both outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation centers, including the Native American Rehab Association in Portland, Oregon, where she treated patients using the NADA protocol in integrative medical settings.
In private practice, Tara has specialized in reducing stress, anxiety, and managing mental-emotional disorders...
Sonia Guan grew up in a Chinese Medicine family, growing up she saw many magical moments which Chinese medicine improved on someone’s life and health conditions. She graduated from Tri-State College of Acupuncture and she specializes in pain management, women’s health and facial rejuvenation.
In the past 8 years, she has treated numerous patients to help them achieve a better style of living. She is trained in sports acupuncture using trigger point techniques, she has treated many dancers, personal trainers, athletes and body builders to recover from their injuries and help sustain their...
My journey into acupuncture was deeply inspired by my mother, who is also an acupuncturist and herbalist. Watching her help people heal through Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) sparked my passion for this field. Over
the years, this passion has grown into a dedicated career in which I’ve gained more than 10 years of formal training.
I hold a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine from the University of Bridgeport, along with a Bachelor of Chinese Medicine from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine and a Master of Physical Therapy in...
Richard is an expert in combining acupuncture with safe and natural herbal solutions to achieve comprehensive holistic health. He has advanced training in traditional Asian medicine techniques for pain management, stress relief, inflammatory disorders and optimizing overall health. These techniques include Acupuncture, Tui Na, Acupressure, Cupping and Gua Sha. He specializes in musculoskeletal issues as well as fertility and women's health. With over 15 years of experience, Richard is dedicated to improving a patient's health and wellness. Richard holds the degree of Master of Science in...
From a young age, Shua became aware of the remarkable potency and efficacy of Chinese medicine by accompanying her mother to acupuncture sessions for a wide range of health issues. However, it was not until after completing her college education that she made the deliberate choice to fully immerse herself in the study of Chinese Medicine. Facing anxiety challenges, Shua turned to acupuncture which significantly improved her mental well-being. It was at that point that she realized Chinese medicine's holistic approach not only addressed physical symptoms, but also promoted...
Kanako is an experienced Acupuncturist with a Master of Science Degree in Acupuncture from the Tri-State College of Acupuncture. She was trained in various acupuncture styles including Acupuncture Physical Medicine, which places an emphasis on trigger point therapy, as well as Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is also a certified Reiki practitioner, cosmetic facial acupuncturist and is trained in sports acupuncture – all of which allow her to approach each patient’s individual and unique needs with an integrative and creative approach.
A second-generation acupuncturist...
Brittany graduated from Pacific College of Health and Science, San Diego where she received her dual Doctorate and Master's Degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. She is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, and has worked with patients to regain mobility post stroke, fertility and menstrual issues, anxiety, depression and overall well-being. She also gained invaluable experience externing at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego. There she had the pleasure of helping patients manage chronic pain, post chemo nausea and much more. Brittany is extremely passionate about helping others feel...
Fausta Tamburino has been a New York State licensed acupuncturist since 2008, and has studied Advanced Acupuncture under the Taoist priest Jeffrey Yuen. She treats a variety of ailments, from chronic to acute, drawing from her vast depth of knowledge accumulated over years of studying Eastern Medicine.
Fausta found herself aligned with the breadth of healing offered through Chinese Healing modalities and the rich tapestry of techniques for self-responsibility. She guides individuals by encouraging and educating them about health and lifestyle.
Fausta has been conducting meditation classes for over 30 years and leads breathwork meditation workshops at ORA.
Angelica has always been in absolute wonder of the human form as an expression of art particularly in the mediums of photography and sculpture. As a young dancer using her body as an instrument to convey graceful expressions through movement expanded her awareness of the human anatomy and the discipline required which cultivated her admiration for dancers and athletes alike.
Her interest in the healing arts began after experiencing a sudden panic attack. After receiving minimal explanation or guidance from doctors, she began to explore a holistic approach to self-care. Through
After a successful decade in accounting, Cristina Pandrea began her journey into holistic wellness in 2014 when she discovered the profound healing potential of yoga and touch therapy. These became powerful tools for managing stress and enhancing her lifestyle, which ignited her fascination with the intricate connection between mind and body. Driven by this newfound passion, Cristina embarked on a transformative path, earning multiple certifications in Hatha Vinyasa and Kundalini yoga, delving into the art of Thai Yoga Massage, and immersing herself in Vipassana meditation. In 2020, she graduated as a Licensed...
Kurush discovered the power of massage therapy and how it can help our bodies heal through his own personal recovery. Growing up, Kurush participated in many sports, which led to a variety of injuries throughout the years. After feeling the positive effects of massage therapy and being able to avoid surgery because of it, he became passionate about becoming a Massage Therapist and helping others on their recovery journey. It has been a life changing experience for him + his patients! Kurush is also a certified personal trainer and applies the knowledge he has learned through training different body types and...
An expert in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, Gabriel is a licensed and board certified acupuncturist and herbalist and has been practicing for over 20 years. Gabriel founded the Sher Acupuncture Center in 2001 in New York City and since then has gained a following among numerous professional athletes, models and celebrities due to his integrated approach, tailoring his treatments towards the specific needs of each individual patient. His use of acupuncture, in conjunction...
Jamie is a world-renowned meditation and breathwork expert, mindset coach and speaker. Known by many as "Organically, Jamie", she blends the mystical with the practical, teaching thousands of people across the globe how to take their good lives and turn them into great lives. She masterfully holds space for powerful transformation in all those who work with her - be it through private or group coaching, or her courses and meditation offerings.
Driven by her lifelong curiosity of how...