Northport Wellness Center

06/11/2026

💛The Importance of Teaching Kids Life Skills at a Young Age💛

By Jennifer Zethner, RN, MS, CPNP, Northport Wellness Center holistic pediatric nurse practitioner

Life skills begin long before children learn to read, write or ride a bike. From developing trust as a baby to learning independence during the toddler years, the lessons children learn early in life help shape the adults they will become.

✨ Some of the most important life skills include:

• Trust and self-confidence
• Self-regulation and emotional resilience
• Kindness and empathy
• Independence and responsibility
• Problem-solving and critical thinking

One of the most effective ways to teach life skills is by leading by example. Children are always watching and learning from the adults around them. Whether it's showing kindness, practicing patience, using good manners or demonstrating responsibility, our actions often teach more than our words.

As children grow, simple tasks such as dressing themselves, cleaning up toys, setting the table and helping with age-appropriate chores can build confidence and foster independence.

🌱 A few ways to encourage life skills at any age:

✔ Challenge your child with age-appropriate responsibilities
✔ Lead by example
✔ Create opportunities to practice new skills
✔ Use storytelling and play to teach valuable lessons
✔ Encourage independence and problem-solving

Teaching life skills is not just about preparing children for today—it's about helping them become confident, capable and compassionate adults tomorrow.

📚 To read the full article by Northport Wellness Center holistic pediatric nurse practitioner Jennie Zethner, RN, MS, CPNP of Simply Pediatrics, visit the Northport Wellness Center blog at https://northportwellnesscenter.com/blog/the-importance-of-teaching-kids-life-skills-at-a-young-age or Simply Pediatrics at https://simplypediatrics.com/.

06/09/2026

Embrace the season with these restorative summer skincare specials from Nina Livii Skin & Wellness, owned by Northport Wellness Center Alliance Member and licensed holistic esthetician, Nina Livii. Inspired by the warmth, abundance and energy of midsummer, these seasonal treatments are designed to nourish, brighten and rebalance skin affected by heat, sun exposure and environmental stress.

The 90-minute Summer Solstice Facial Ritual ($170) includes a botanical enzyme treatment for gentle exfoliation, lymphatic drainage and face sculpting massage, a professional high-potency Vitamin C infusion, and a bespoke herbal treatment masque with oxygen dome therapy to restore radiance and vitality.

For those experiencing sun-exposed or overheated skin, the Summer Cool Down Facial ($150) offers soothing lymphatic massage, an icy cryotherapy mask, oxygen dome therapy and deep hydration to cool, calm and replenish the skin.

✨ Seasonal specials available through Aug. 24.

Reserve your appointment at Nina Livii Skin & Wellness, located at the Northport Wellness Center, 225 Fort Salonga Road, Northport.

To schedule an appointment, call 631-579-3755 or visit NinaliviiSkincare.com.

Nina Livii is the owner of Nina Livii Skin & Wellness. Her private facial studio, located within the peaceful setting of the Northport Wellness Center, offers restorative and advanced facial treatments tailored to each client's unique needs.

Nina's personalized, root-cause-focused approach combines modern skin technology with holistic therapies to support healthy, radiant skin and overall well-being.

For more information about the Northport Wellness Center, call (631) 262-8505 or visit NorthportWellnessCenter.com.

06/02/2026

On June 9, Mindfully Life will host a live virtual masterclass, “Becoming: Navigating the Emotional Transition From High School to College,” to provide guidance, support and practical tools to help families move through this important season with greater clarity, calm and confidence.

Led by Northport Wellness Center Alliance Member Erika Valencia, LCSW, a bilingual licensed psychotherapist and Access Bars facilitator, the event will explore topics including anxiety, emotional overwhelm, identity, belonging, nervous system regulation and ways parents can better support their children during this transition.

Please see the flyer below for registration details and additional information.

04/27/2026

Support Your Child's Growth and Development through Extended Summer Services

Northport Wellness Center Alliance member Kimberly Canino, a New York state licensed behavior analyst and board-certified behavior analyst, owns Children’s Achievement Network LLC, which provides applied behavior analysis services for children with special needs.

Children’s Achievement Network Inc. is offering a Summer Enrichment Program for children who benefit from continued consistency, guided support and opportunities to practice social, functional and everyday life skills in a supportive setting.

https://www.childrensachievementnetworkinc.com/

Sessions run July 6 through Aug. 14 in Commack, with limited enrollment available. Contact the Children's Achievement Network at (516) 220-1049 for more information.

Read below for further details.

03/23/2026

The Northport Wellness Center is pleased to announce the Midlife Makeover: A supportive eight-week, virtual transformational program for your body, hormones and sanity.

Presented by Northport Wellness Center Alliance members Stefani Kavner, a transformation and mindset coach, and Cathy Donnelly, a holistic counselor, this program helps women move through midlife with greater clarity, confidence, and support.

The Midlife Makeover offers education, practical strategies and a supportive community to help women work with their bodies during this stage of life.

During the program, participants will explore how to:
🌸 Eat in a way that supports changing hormones
🌸 Reduce hot flashes naturally
🌸 Improve sleep and reduce nighttime wake-ups
🌸 Eliminate brain fog and improve focus
🌸 Reduce joint pain and inflammation
🌸 Strengthen mood and emotional resilience
🌸 Restore energy and metabolic balance

Participants will gain tools that can support long-term health, vitality and confidence during the menopause transition and beyond.

Program Dates: April 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18, 26; June 1
Time: 7:00–8:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Cost: $888

To learn more and to register for this program:

Spots are limited to ensure a supportive and engaging group experience. For more information, contact Stefani Kavner at (631) 486-0107 or email [email protected].

Copy, paste and click on this link to register:
https://counselingforcreatingconnectionscom.as.me/schedule/88e25515/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=88973121

To learn more about the Northport Wellness Center, call 631-262-8505 or visit www.northportwellnesscenter.com.

03/03/2026

We’re excited to share a new program led by Kimberly Canino, a Northport Wellness Center Alliance Member, New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and owner of Children’s Achievement Network, which provides comprehensive ABA therapy, social skills groups for children with special needs and parent training to support families.

Kimberly is spearheading Social Skills Gym—where kids build real-life skills such as conversation, friendship, emotional regulation, flexibility and confidence through structured, small-group coaching led by ABA-trained staff.

To schedule an appointment with Kimberly or for more information, call 516-220-1049 or email [email protected].

To learn more about the Northport Wellness Center, call 631-262-8505 or visit www.NorthportWellnessCenter.com.

02/19/2026

Opportunities for Optimal Health: Supporting Immunity, Energy and Recovery

In this interview, Dr. Scott Sherr, board-certified internal medicine physician with additional certification in hyperbaric oxygen medicine, speaks with his father, Dr. Alan Sherr, chiropractor and founder of the Northport Wellness Center, about how foundational health strategies support day-to-day patient care. The Northport Wellness Center sees over 4,000 patient visits each month while helping individuals and families on their path to optimal health.

Learn practical, professional insight into building a stronger foundation for everyday health—especially during cold and flu season.

A few takeaways:
✅ Supplements are discussed as support tools used alongside diet and lifestyle changes.
✅ Acute, flu-like cases are described as showing noticeable shifts within 36–48 hours (often 2–3 days), while chronic concerns are typically reassessed around three months.
✅ Sleep is repeatedly tied to energy, stress/anxiety, and recovery in both adults and children.
✅ Improved sleep in children with special needs can be linked to better daytime behavior and cognitive function.
✅ The interview also covers how Troscriptions and Quicksilver Scientific products can be integrated within a broader, structured protocol. For example, for acute, flu-like presentations, Dr. Sherr describes using Tro+ Blue Plus and (more recently) Tro+ Mune Plus to help his patients heal and recover effectively.

Optimal health is built by consistently supporting the basics, so the body has what it needs to function, adapt and recover.

Dr. Alan Sherr and Dr. Scott Sherr are passionate about helping individuals and families achieve optimal health through education, insight and professional health and wellness support.

Learn more about the Northport Wellness Center: Call 631-262-8505 or visit NorthportWellnessCenter.com.

Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2m2q4lhkBEQ

Dr. Scott Sherr interviews his father, Dr. Alan Sherr, a Long Island chiropractor who sees nearly 4,000 patient visits per month, about how he uses Tro+ Blue...

01/30/2026

The Northport Wellness Center is pleased to welcome licensed mental health counselor Kerry Goodwin to our professional team. Kerry works with motivated individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, chronic health concerns and major life transitions at the Northport Wellness Center. She brings an empathic, intuitive and integrative approach to therapy, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and spirituality to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.

Kerry supports individuals in aligning their values with a balanced lifestyle. She strives to create a safe, supportive space where clients can move at their own pace and feel empowered throughout the process.

Accepted insurance plans include: Aetna, Optum, Oscar, Oxford Health Plans, UMR and United Healthcare, as well as Optum Emotional Wellbeing Solution (Premium EAP), Optum Live & Work Well (EAP) and Resources for Living EAP. Out-of-network sessions range from $140 to $200 per session, with sliding scale options available based on financial need.

Kerry sees patients at the Northport Wellness Center on Mondays and Wednesdays. She offers virtual therapy on Tuesdays.

To schedule an appointment, call Kerry at 631-807-3537 or email [email protected].

For more information, contact the Northport Wellness Center at 631-262-8505 or visit www.NorthportWellnessCenter.com.

01/01/2026

Achieve Optimal Health in 2026!

The start of a new year offers a meaningful opportunity to pause, reflect and set intentions for the future. It is a time to consider not only what we hope to accomplish, but how we want to feel—physically, emotionally and mentally—as we move forward.

At the Northport Wellness Center, our mission is to direct people to the realization that life and healing come from within, and that the promotion and maintenance of health is superior to the treatment of disease. Our team of dedicated practitioners offers a wide range of services and opportunities for healing and lasting wellness, supporting you on your path to optimal health.

May 2026 bring you and your loved ones great health, joy, peace, love and laughter. We wish you much success in all your endeavors.

12/15/2025

Cold air, indoor heat and low humidity can quickly dehydrate your skin during winter. Supporting your skin this season is essential for keeping your barrier strong, maintaining hydration and helping your complexion stay bright and resilient

🌿 What Is Holistic Esthetics?
Holistic esthetics looks beyond the surface of the skin and considers the whole person—lifestyle, stress levels and overall well-being. This approach blends advanced skincare techniques with non-toxic products, mindful touch and internal wellness support to help your skin thrive naturally.

Benefits of Holistic Esthetics:
- Promotes healthy aging & long-term skin vitality
- Supports the skin barrier & natural repair
- Reduces inflammation, stress & sensitivity
- Encourages deep relaxation & balance

Meet Nina Livii
Northport Wellness Center Alliance Member and holistic esthetician Nina Livii offers personalized treatments to help care for your skin from the inside out.

❄️ Winter Solstice Holistic Facial ❄️
90 minutes | $160
Available through January 16, 2026

Nina’s facials are designed to restore moisture, soothe stressed skin and bring back your natural radiance

Schedule Your Appointment
631-579-3755
[email protected]

🌐 www.ninaliviiskincare.com