Bayview Wellness Center offers massage therapy and acupuncture by appointment; regularly scheduled yoga, Pilates, fitness & meditation classes; personal training and private yoga lessons; workshops and special events.
Karen Haas and her husband Dan Larson opened Bayview in 2011, when they moved back to New York State from the Washington, DC area. Karen Lesko, LMT joined the Bayview team in 2012. Bridget McCabe DC, LAc, joined the Center in 2014.
Karen Haas and her husband Dan Larson opened Bayview in 2011, when they moved back to New York State from the Washington, DC area. Karen Lesko, LMT joined the Bayview team in 2012. Bridget McCabe DC, LAc, joined the Center in 2014.
KAREN HAAS
LMT, NCBTMB, E-RYT-200, RYT 500, NASM-CPT
Karen H. began exploring alternative medical modalities after she was diagnosed with a "chronic" medical condition in her early thirties--from which she fully healed. Now she enjoys supporting others on their wellness journeys. Karen H's passion for helping people alleviate pain and achieve vitality have lead her to train in a wide range of healing and fitness modalities:
- Massage Therapy (New York State Licensed; NCBTMB Board Certified since 1993)
- Kripalu Yoga (500 Hour Instructor-Certified; Yoga Alliance E-RYT 200, 500)
- Childlight Yoga (Instructor Certified)
- Personal Trainer (National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified)
- Beginner Pilates Mat Instructor (Power Pilates Certified)
- St. John Neuromuscular Therapy & Neurosomatic Therapy
- Reiki I and II
- Chakra Energy Balancing
Earlier in her life, Karen H. earned a masters degree from Syracuse University in mass communications and worked in the Washington, DC area for more than 30 years as a trade press reporter, technical writer and editor, and communications consultant.
Both Karen and Dan grew up in upstate New York--Karen in nearby Cato, and Dan in Alden (near Buffalo). Dan stays busy as a flight instructor at the airport in Fulton, but helps out at the reception desk and participates in yoga classes when he can. Karen is available for weekday and weekend appointments, including some evenings.
KAREN LESKO
LMT
Karen L. is a skilled, experienced therapist and provides deep work in a gentle way. Karen is available for massage therapy appointments at Bayview on Sundays, on alternating Wednesdays, and alternating Saturdays. Her credentials include:
- Massage Therapy (New York State Licensed)
- Athletic Trainer (completed 3-year training)
- BA in Biology & Psychology, SUNY Stony Brook
- 10 years experience working alongside physical therapists
BRIDGET MCCABE
DC, LAc
Bridget has always been fascinated by the human body and the healing arts. She is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that addresses her patient's physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Her goal is to restore harmony, balance, and wellness while preventing disease. Bridget is a graduate of the New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, NY, where she earned a master's degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine as well as a Doctorate Degree in Chiropractic. Bridget's credentials include:
- Acupuncture (New York State Licensed and NCCAOM Board Certified)
- Chiropractic (New York State Licensed and NBCE Board Certified)
- Master Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Practitioner
- Integrative Energy Therapy (IET)
Bridget was born on Long Island. Her family moved to Franklin, NY, a small village near Oneonta, when Bridget was 10 years old. She attended college in southern California, then moved back to Upstate New York to finish her education and launch her professional career. Bridget is available for acupuncture appointments at Bayview on Fridays.