Meet the
Oceanside Wellness Team
DR. LALITA WEST
Dr. Lalita Lynn West is the founder of Oceanside Healing Center and has been serving the Oceanside community since 1992. She established Oceanside Acupuncture Clinic in 2001, creating a space dedicated to integrative healing and whole-person care.
She holds a Master’s degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and later earned her Doctorate in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her studies also include advanced training at Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China, as well as certification as an Acupuncture Detox Specialist through Lincoln Hospital in New York.
Dr. Lalita’s clinical focus includes pain management, stress and anxiety, addiction support, women’s health, and fertility. She also offers facial acupuncture for natural cosmetic enhancement, including microneedling.
With decades of experience, her approach blends clinical expertise with intuitive care, supporting each patient’s unique path to healing and balance. Outside the clinic, she enjoys a regular practice of yoga and Pilates and remains deeply committed to ongoing learning and personal growth.
Please contact Lalita at: 760-754-1888 or email: oceansidehealingcenter@gmail.com
Audrey Burns
Massage is more than a profession for me—it’s a way to give back what was once so generously given to me. Safe touch. Presence. Permission to rest. A space to be fully cared for—body, mind, and soul.
I understand anxiety, burnout, and trauma—not as concepts, but as lived experiences. I know how much courage it takes to ask for help, to lie down on a table, to let your guard down and truly receive.
This is why I do what I do. Because healing isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, generational, and deeply personal. And if I can be even a small part of someone’s return to themselves, then I feel I’m right where I’m meant to be.
Hart Lillestrand, LMT
Hart is a highly intuitive and well-traveled bodyworker who brings a unique, globally inspired approach to massage therapy. With over seven years of hands-on experience and a decade of study in herbalism, she integrates a wide range of modalities to create deeply personalized, therapeutic sessions.
She specializes in lymphatic drainage, deep tissue, Brazilian body sculpting, Lomi Lomi Hawaiian massage, cupping therapy, and Eastern herbal practices. Her work blends both structural and energetic techniques, drawing from Traditional Chinese Medicine and Vedic influences to support the body’s natural healing processes.
Originally from Italy, Hart was introduced early on to the healing power of touch and plant medicine. Her journey has taken her around the world—including Hawaii, Dubai, South Africa, Spain, and the Dominican Republic—where she studied diverse massage traditions and cultural approaches to wellness.
Hart’s sessions are fluid, integrative, and tailored to each individual. With your comfort and consent as a priority, she weaves together techniques designed to release tension, support detoxification, and elevate both physical and mental well-being.
Brian Halderson
Brian is a highly experienced massage therapist with over eight years of hands-on practice, known for his focused, results-driven approach to bodywork. He specializes in deep tissue and sports massage, using slow, intentional strokes and targeted compression to effectively relieve pain and release chronic muscle tension.
His sports massage sessions incorporate techniques such as cross-fiber friction and assisted stretching to support recovery, improve mobility, and help prevent future soreness or injury. Brian’s work is especially beneficial for active individuals, athletes, or anyone dealing with persistent tightness and overuse patterns.
Clients appreciate Brian’s ability to work deeply while staying attentive to the body’s needs, creating sessions that are both therapeutic and highly effective.
If you’ve ever felt like your massage wasn’t quite deep enough, Brian may be exactly who you’ve been looking for.
Kelly Abernathy
Kelly is a seasoned massage therapist with over 13 years of experience, known for her calming presence and deeply nurturing approach to bodywork. Her sessions are designed to support lasting relaxation, balance, and a reconnection to both body and mind.
She is passionate about creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can unwind, reset, and reconnect with themselves. Kelly believes that the sense of peace cultivated during a session can extend far beyond the treatment room, becoming a foundation for greater well-being in everyday life.
Her work is gentle yet intentional, guiding each client toward a more balanced state—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Kelly’s goal is to empower those she works with to carry that sense of calm and awareness into their daily lives.
Kaitlin LMT
Kaitlin is a dedicated and highly skilled massage therapist who blends strength, intuition, and precision in every session. A graduate of IPSB in 2017, she is trained in deep tissue, Swedish massage, and acupressure, with a special talent for working with athletes and active individuals.
Her work is both therapeutic and results-driven—whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic tension, or simply in need of deep, restorative bodywork. Kaitlin is known for her ability to deliver a deeply effective massage while still creating a grounded, supportive experience.
Living an active lifestyle herself, Kaitlin spends much of her time in the gym, hiking, and enjoying the outdoors. This firsthand understanding of physical demand allows her to truly connect with clients who are looking to improve performance, mobility, and overall well-being.
If you’re looking for a strong, focused, and deeply therapeutic massage, Kaitlin is an excellent choice.
Angel LaManitia
Angel is an intuitive bodyworker who combines therapeutic skill with a deeply grounded, holistic approach to healing. A graduate of the Healing Hands School of Holistic Health, he specializes in deep tissue massage, integrating elements of Shiatsu and knot-release techniques to address areas of tension and restriction.
His work is centered around each client’s unique needs, creating sessions that support freedom of movement, restoration, and overall balance in the body. Angel’s touch is both focused and intentional, helping to release deeply held patterns while encouraging relaxation and ease.
In addition to bodywork, Angel is a certified Usui Reiki practitioner, allowing him to incorporate energetic healing into his sessions for those who are open to it. This integration supports not only physical relief but also a deeper sense of calm and well-being.
Angel’s approach is thoughtful, intuitive, and dedicated to helping each client feel more aligned, restored, and at ease in their body.
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