Hi there! I’m Kathy, the licensed massage therapist here at Balanced Body Wellness Centre. I received my national certification in 2014, and after years working for different doctors and feeling unfulfilled, I realized my heart belonged in a field where I could truly help people. Returning to school was the best decision I ever made, and I’m grateful every day to be doing work that genuinely improves how people feel. Over time, I’ve trained in a wide range of modalities, including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Prenatal, Reflexology, Lymphatic Drainage, Aromatherapy, Sports Massage, Myofascial Release, Chair Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Cupping, Movement Therapy, and Spa Treatments. I love blending techniques to create personalized sessions that support healing and relaxation. My life has been full of wonderful adventures, from working in the record industry and showcasing my artwork to showing Arabian horses and rescuing Persian cats. I also spent years as a visual merchandiser, which let me use my artistic eye in a different way. But what fulfills me most is helping people feel better in their bodies, and I’m so happy to be part of Balanced Body Wellness Centre. I’d love to help you on your wellness journey too!

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After graduating with honors from Life University, Dr. Firnbach moved to Seattle, Washington, where she trained in a well-established family practice. While she enjoyed helping patients through chiropractic care, she quickly realized that many chronic health conditions required looking beyond the musculoskeletal system. That realization launched more than two decades of advanced study in Functional Medicine, clinical nutrition, hormone health, digestive disorders, and natural therapeutics.

Today, Dr. Firnbach combines over 20 years of clinical experience with a systems-based approach to healthcare. Rather than focusing on isolated symptoms, she works to identify how the body’s systems interact and develops personalized treatment plans that support long-term healing.

She specializes in Functional Medicine, Functional Endocrinology, Clinical Nutrition, and Classical Chinese Medicine, integrating modern diagnostic thinking with evidence-informed natural therapies. Her patients seek care for a wide range of concerns including hormone imbalances, digestive disorders, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue, thyroid dysfunction, chronic pain, migraines, metabolic concerns, stress-related illness, and complex cases that have not responded to conventional approaches.

Dr. Firnbach is a graduate of Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine and is a licensed acupuncturist. She has completed extensive postgraduate education in acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, with advanced studies in:

Fertility and reproductive health IVF support Women’s hormones, including perimenopause and menopause Autoimmune conditions Oncology support Digestive health Sports medicine Acute and chronic pain management

In addition to her acupuncture training, Dr. Firnbach has pursued extensive education in: Functional Medicine Functional Endocrinology Clinical Nutrition Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture Herbal Medicine Autonomic Response Testing (ART) Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) Cold Laser Therapy Allergy Elimination Techniques Body Restoration Technique Homeopathy Aromatherapy

Dr. Firnbach is passionate about lifelong learning and continually invests in advanced education to bring her patients the latest evidence-informed therapies, advanced testing options, and high-quality nutritional support. Every treatment plan is individualized, drawing from multiple disciplines to meet each patient’s unique needs.

Her philosophy is simple: the body functions as an interconnected system, and lasting improvements come from understanding how those systems work together—not from treating symptoms in isolation. Her goal is to help every patient achieve better health, greater resilience, and a higher quality of life through thoughtful, personalized care.

Patients often come to Dr. Firnbach after years of searching for answers. Her approach combines careful listening, comprehensive evaluation, and a whole-body perspective to uncover patterns that are often overlooked. By integrating Functional Medicine with Classical Chinese Medicine, she develops personalized treatment plans designed to support lasting improvements in health—not simply temporary symptom relief.

Dr. Firnbach resides in Acworth, Georgia with her husband, Bill, and their two dogs, Remi and Roxy.

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Hi there! I’m Erin, a licensed esthetician with over 20 years of experience helping clients achieve healthy, radiant skin. I started in California as a massage therapist before branching into esthetics, eventually working as a medical esthetician with a plastic surgeon, specializing in pigment and aging skin. Later, I ran the skincare clinic at the largest Kaiser facility for eight years. Over time, I’ve become passionate about holistic therapies for both internal wellness and skincare. Studying organic and holistic skincare has shown me not only what it can do for your skin but also how much better it feels to skip the icky ingredients that can do more harm than good. This led me to Balanced Body Wellness Centre, where I combine clinical expertise with a holistic approach. I recently moved to Georgia to be close to my daughter and grandchild, who are my whole world. I love the lush greenery and views here, and two fun facts: I’m a classically trained theater actress, and I adore decorating—not just my own space, but others’ too!

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Dr. Kristen Nye, L.Ac., DAc, Dipl. Ac., is a licensed and board-certified acupuncturist. She is a graduate of the Won Institute of Graduate Studies. Her education includes over 2700 hours of study in Eastern and Western medical practices. While at the Won Institute, she studied the art and science of acupuncture through a myriad of lenses, including: Traditional Chinese Medicine, Five Element Theory, Japanese Acupuncture, Korean Acupuncture and Sports Medicine Acupuncture.

During her time in graduate school, Dr. Nye completed an apprenticeship at a practice specializing in Japanese acupuncture. She also interned at the outpatient “Go To Them Clinic” in downtown Philadelphia, where she treated members of impoverished and housing insecure populations, as well as the local veteran community.

Dr. Nye is well versed in additional treatment modalities such as cupping, tuina (Chinese medical massage), moxa, and gua sha.

In practice, she combines various modalities to create custom treatments for each patient. Every treatment is tailored to the patient’s unique needs and health goals. Her treatments can address a wide variety of health concerns, including: pain, stress, digestive issues, sleep disorders, and fertility.

Outside of the clinic, Dr.Nye enjoys tending to her herbal garden, hot yoga, house music, traveling to anywhere with a beach, playing piano (she is a classically trained pianist!), and hiking with her dog, Pepper.

Additional Educational Experience

BS International Studies and Modern Language, Florida State University Massage Therapy Certificate, Parisian Spa Institute Certified Holistic Health Coach, Institute for Integrative Nutrition

Dr. Kristen Nye, L.Ac., DAc, Dipl. Ac., is a licensed and board-certified acupuncturist. She is a... Read More

Dr. Jong Bume (JB) Park is a NCCAOM board-certified Diplomate of Acupuncture who has been in practice in NY for a decade before moving to Atlanta, GA. He earned his Doctorate in Acupuncture from Five Branches University, a Master of Science in Acupuncture with honors from Tri-State College of Acupuncture, a Chinese Herbology certificate from the New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Queens College. JB is licensed in NY, NJ, and GA, and specializes in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), APM (Acupuncture Physical Medicine), and KM (Kiiko Matsumoto Japanese style), complemented by bodywork techniques including Amma and Tuina. Born and raised in Ivory Coast, West Africa, to Korean parents, JB s early experiences inspired his dedication to healthcare access and medical missions. He was drawn to Eastern medicine through personal experiences with childhood ailments and a rare condition successfully managed with Acupuncture and herbs. Before attending Acupuncture school, he apprenticed under a family member who is also an Eastern medicine doctor. Outside of his practice, JB enjoys running, working out, and exploring with his wife and two children.

Dr. Jong Bume (JB) Park is a NCCAOM board-certified Diplomate of Acupuncture who has been in prac... Read More