The Thrive Team | Thrive Integrative Health

We are pleased to introduce you to the Thrive team. Find out more information on each provider and the services they offer below. If you need help or have questions on how to select a provider please call us or schedule a free consultation. For counseling services, please schedule free consultations here.

Carsten and Gracia

Meet The Owners

Gracia Tharp and Carsten Rode met at Bastyr University during their Master’s education and training. They quickly realized their shared interest in acupuncture, health and wellness. Upon graduation, they saw the need for an integrative clinic that truly practiced patient driven care. Together, they formed a collaborative environment with a variety of modalities and practitioners, with the focus of creating a place where patients could receive well-coordinated, comprehensive care. In addition to running Thrive, Gracia and Carsten both have a passion for teaching and dedicating their time to mentoring new practitioners.

Gracia Tharp

Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist

GRACIA THARP MS, AEMP

Clinical Director, Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist

Gracia’s experience focuses on integrating Eastern medicine into the Western medical model. Gracia specializes in treatments for internal disease including digestive complaints, sleep disturbances and reproductive health. She has extensive training in fertility and pregnancy related care.

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Carsten Rode

Clinical Director & Acupuncturist

CARSTEN RODE MS, AEMP

Acupuncturist

Carsten specializes in pain management and rehabilitation and symptoms related to anxiety and PTSD. He has over a decade of experience with injury recovery and supportive rehabilitation for chronic pain syndrome and symptoms related to emotional health.

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Dr. Ariel Sacher

Acupuncturist & Eastern Medicine Practitioner

DR. ARIEL SACHER DAOM, AEMP

Acupuncturist

Dr. Sacher is a licensed acupuncturist and East Asian medicine practitioner who blends traditional medicine with evidence-based techniques. They specialize in pain management; symptoms associated to mental health and wellness; and LGBTQ healthcare.

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Dr. Maria Linder

Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist

DR. MARIA LINDER DAc., LAc., AEMP

Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist

Maria specializes in acupuncture as a holistic and energetically-informed medicine. By working with the body’s meridian pathways, she helps identify and clear blockages that may be contributing to pain, stress, or internal imbalances.

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Joanna Li

Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist

JOANNA LI MS, LAc, AEMP

Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist

Joanna is passionate about using both conventional and traditional evidence-based therapies to successfully treat and benefit her patients. She is devoted to providing high quality, compassionate and effective medical care.

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Penny Nguyen

Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist

PENNY NGUYEN DAc, LAc, AEMP

Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist

Penny is a licensed acupuncturist and Eastern medicine practitioner who focuses on sports medicine, pain relief, and wellness. She uses techniques like electroacupuncture for healing, improving circulation, and modulating pain.

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Jessica Spiers

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

JESSICA SPIERS MSW, LICSW

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

Jessica is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience helping people with anxiety, depression, life transitions, personal growth concerns, chronic illness, and disabilities.

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Mark Briggs

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

MARK BRIGGS LMHCA

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Mark is a licensed mental health counselor experienced with a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+ affirming approach to ensure the folks he works with feel genuinely heard and understood, regardless of identity.

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Piper Wilson

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

PIPER WILSON MA, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Piper believes our minds and bodies are often trying to communicate unheard needs, which can be easily overlooked, so she views therapy as an opportunity to slow down and create that space.

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Halie Carey

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate

HALIE CAREY MA, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate

Halie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate wo passionate about supporting individuals with chronic health issues or disabilities to navigate the intersections of their physical, cognitive, and emotional health.

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Hanna Massong

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate

HANNA MASSONG MA, LMHCA

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate

Hanna has experience working with a wide diversity of populations and issues, such as depression, anxiety, addiction, abuse, trauma, self-esteem, and personal development.

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Kate Pond

Registered Dietitian, Certified Nutritionist

KATE POND MS, RDN, CD

Registered Dietitian, Certified Nutritionist

Kate is a Registered Dietitian specializing in improving health outcomes for patients of all ages, using nutrition interventions and complimentary lifestyle changes.

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