Meet the Team
Rachael Cabreira
Founder, CEO
RN,BSN,MSN,FNP-C, Certified Sexual Health Clinician
I received my Bachelors of Science in Nursing with my Minor in Psychology from University of Dominican College of San Rafael. I then received my Masters of Science in Nursing, with specializing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from San Francisco State University, specializing in women’s health and further received my Post-Masters in Midwifery from University of Cincinnati. I have been practicing for over 19 years, specializing in obstetrics, infertility, uro-gynecology, pelvic and sexual health. I am also affiliated with UCSF as a Fellow Nurse Practitioner.
After years of taking care of mommies and their families, delivering over 1000 babies in my midwifery career, and celebrating the birthday of the biggest miracle in their lives, I realized that, this is just the beginning of our pelvic health. I then further specialized in uro-gynecology, female urinary incontinence, pelvic and sexual health, pelvic prolapse, pelvic pain and urinary tract infections. Whether or not you have had a baby, I believe in pelvic preservation, and if you are having symptoms that is stopping you from doing things you love to do, or impacting your quality of life, then it is time to make a change.
In my healthcare career as a Nurse Practitioner, I have not only been in clinical care solely, I have also had several leadership, administrative, and educational roles in healthcare, having opportunities to open new clinics, and help create healthcare access across the care continuum to optimally meet patient needs. Through the years of evolving health care changes, I believe strongly, that no matter how health care is changing, the primary focus needs to be about the patient.
Dr.Brian Hopkins
Medical Director
Urologist
Brian D. Hopkins M.D. is a private practice, board-certified urologist who has been practicing in the East Bay since 2000. In addition to being a diplomate of the American Board of Urology, he maintains a board certification in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. He has particular expertise and interest in the surgical treatment of genitourinary cancer (including prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers), advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery, female pelvic prolapse and incontinence, and complex genitourinary reconstructive surgery. He has been performing robotic surgery with the da Vinci robot since 2002, shortly after it received FDA approval. He was one of the first users of the technology.
Melinda Fontaine
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
PT, Pelvic Pain Rehab
Melinda is a native of Concord, California. Melinda earned her bachelor’s degree in exercise biology from UC Davis and her doctorate in physical therapy from Simmons College in Boston. When she’s not at PHRC, you’ll find her either dashing around in her running shoes or cooking up delectable meals in her kitchen. She’s famous for her killer baked chimichangas and her inability to stick to a recipe.
Ann Affinito
Healthy Lifestyle Coach
Health and Fitness Specialist
Ann has been in the health and fitness industry for over 20 years.
Her background is diverse...
Healthy Lifestyle Coach Skilled in Wellness Coaching, Weight Loss Coaching, and Fitness Training. She understands the balance of proper nutrition and fitness needed to live a healthy lifestyle.
Degrees & Certificates
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Elite Personal Trainer, NASM
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REV32 Lead Coach, Renaissance Clubsport, Walnut Creek, Ca
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Certified Pilates Instructor
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Certified Group Fitness Leader
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Mindset Performance Institute- Mindset training Level 1
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Precision Nutrition
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Certified C.H.E.K. Holistic Lifestyle Coach
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B.A. Communication
Wendy Ardent
Nutritionist
Health and Wellness
Wendy Ardent is a mother of four boys, ages 21, 18, 16, and 11 years old. She has been happily married to her husband for over 22 years and enjoys a quiet, peaceful life in the East Bay. Her passions are Yoga, Pilates, and enjoying the outdoors. She's excited to join the Innovative Wellness team, and to be part of something exciting and new. She looks forward to this welcoming adventure, and her future at Innovative Wellness Inc.
Affiliated Providers and Colleagues
Maya Diamond
Love Coach
Relationship Coach, Yoga Teacher, and Massage Therapist
I am a Dating and Relationship Coach who helps women and men find and have happy, satisfying, and fulfilling relationships! I am a trained Yoga Teacher and Massage Therapist. I co-hosted the Marry Yourself Telesummit, and lead Retreats in the US and Internationally. I received my Master's in Somatic Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in 2009. I also use the Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) to help clear negative beliefs, experiences, and trauma that might be impeding you from reaching your goals. I have traveled all over the world and lived in Guatemala for six months. I am trained and mentored by Dr. Diana Kirschner, a published author, dating coach, and therapist for over 25 years. For fun I enjoy hiking, live music, dancing, and being in nature. I believe that having a happy, satisfying, and fulfilling relationship with yourself and your partner positively impacts all areas of your life. I am happy to say that 1% of all proceeds of my business go to helping heal the environment, as I donate 1% of all sales to Greenpeace. As I believe our relationship to the earth is crucial to our relationship with ourselves and others.
Dr. Sandra Lindholm
Sex Therapist
Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Sex Therapist
Dr. Sandra Lindholm is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Sex Therapist specializing in therapy for individuals and couples with sexually related issues in a private practice setting. Dr. Lindholm’s philosophy is that “Everyone deserves a fulfilling sex life!” With sexual dissatisfaction on the rise throughout the nation, Dr. Lindholm assists individual and couples in creating exciting, healthy and satisfying erotic lives. Dr. Lindholm is also board certified as sex therapist by the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors & Therapists.
Based out of Northern California, Dr. Lindholm has a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and post-doctorate in sex therapy. Her published doctoral dissertation is titled Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Reproductive-aged Women. In addition, she has a complimentary science and psychology background with a Master’s degree in Women’s Primary Care and Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. As a result of consistent patient success stories and prolific, engaging presentations, Dr. Lindholm is one of Northern California’s most sought after presenters within the sexual wellness industry. She’s been featured in several magazines, including Forbes, and several radio shows. Dr. Lindholm can be seen in her private practice, as well as a growing number of high-profile speaking engagements, focusing on male and female sexuality.
Dr. Jessica Greuex
Chiropractor
Founder of Intersport
Dr. Jessica Greaux, founder and owner of Innersport Chiropractic, graduated from Brown University (1995) and Magna Cum Laude from Life Chiropractic College West (2001) specializing in sports injury management and extremity adjusting techniques. Dr. Greaux is an Active Release Techniques® certified instructor, the highest level attainable by an ART practitioner. An ART® provider goes through a rigorous credentialing process that includes in-depth knowledge of muscular skeletal structures in the entire body. She has completed her biomechanics certification, which allows her to observe the entire body for dysfunction while it is in motion. She has also been invited to become an assistant ART® instructor. Dr. Greaux is also a certified ART Ironman Provider. Dr. Greaux has been invited to the Hawaii Ironman Championships since 2002 to fine-tune world-class athletes prior to the race. In 2004, Dr. Greaux also became one of the first chiropractors to be invited to work in the University of California-Berkeley sports training rooms.
Dr. Cristina Castagnini
Eating Disorder Specialist
Psychologist
My work with such a variety of clients led me to have an interest in adopted children and adoptive families, as I started to become aware that adoptees have a unique set of clinical concerns. Thus, I completed my dissertation on the topic of adoptees, comparing those adoptees in open versus closed adoptions.
After completing my Ph.D. at USC, I went on to work at Kaiser Permanente as a post-doctoral resident, where I saw adults in individual, group, and couples' therapy. I was licensed in the state of California in August, 2005, and have continued my clinical work at Kaiser Permanente, providing individual and group therapy to adults as well as supervising post-doctoral interns. I opened my private practice 11 years ago, where I also treat children, families and couples.
My work with such a variety of clients led me to have an interest in adopted children and adoptive families, as I started to become aware that adoptees have a unique set of clinical concerns. Thus, I completed my dissertation on the topic of adoptees, comparing those adoptees in open versus closed adoptions.
