Meet the Doctors and Staff

Dr. Andy Roy has always had a passion for health and wellness. He enjoys working with athletes and people of all ages trying to improve performance. He was a nationally ranked division 1 wrestler for Rutgers University. Dr. Roy graduated pre-med from Rutgers University and attended Palmer Chiropractic School where he graduated magnum cum laud. He sustained many injuries in college and the medical treatment he receive led to poor outcomes. This persuaded Dr. Roy to veer off the medical path and focus on natural healing. He chose to go to chiropractic school after going through chiropractic care and seeing amazing results in maximizing his performance and minimize injury.

He also has a passion for nutrition and enjoys attending frequent seminars to stay up to date on cutting edge nutrition and treatments. He is certified to perform nerve conduction and electro-diagnostic tests. He continuing education is extensive in sports injuries, neurology, nutrition, and detoxification. Dr. Roys goal is to improve the quality of life of every patient and change lives. 

Dr. Richard Kouefati DC attended Fairleigh Dickinson University to pursue a Bachelor degree in Biology. In 2006, He transferred to Life University College of Chiropractic where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with his Bachelors degree in Biology, as well as his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2010.  Dr. Richard completed four years of study in Chiropractic practice including anatomy, physiology, X-ray analysis, Chiropractic philosophy, visceral, orthopedic, musculoskeletal and neurological diagnosis.  Dr. Richard utilizes many different techniques of Chiropractic such as Full Spine, Diversified, Gonstead, Thompson, SOT, Clinical Biomechanics of Posture, Flexion/Distraction and extremity adjusting.  

Dr. Richard joined Signature Heath & Wellness in June of 2018 eager and excited to introduce optimum health and wellness to future prospective patients.  Dr. Richard's mission as a Chiropractor is to provide the members of his community with the ability to experience high quality care.

Dr. Benjamin Colten combines cutting edge neuroscience with modern Chiropractic techniques to help people reach their highest human potential. Dr. Colten takes a brain-based approach with each of his patients in order to give them an individual approach to their health. His background includes exercise science, sports nutrition, athletic performance, and applied neurology. His goal is to teach people the foundations of healthy living principles and guide his

patients on how to incorporate these teachings into their daily lives.

He has worked with patients of all ages, which range from children that are just months old, as well as players from the NFL, PGA, and MLB ,Currently, Dr. Colten is focusing his studies on soft tissue recovery techniques, neurological rehabilitation systems, and sports performance systems.

Whether you are looking for pain solutions, ways to improve your performance, or an individual approach to your current health, Dr. Colten is ready to work with you.

Dr. Mike announced to his fellow classmates his senior year of high school that he was going to become a Chiropractor. This was the result of observing his mother successfully treated his sophomore year and he himself successfully treated by the same Chiropractor his junior year while preparing for the upcoming football season. After graduating from New York Chiropractic College, Dr. Mike founded his own office in NYC and spent over 10 years treating patients with various backgrounds and careers including those who were loyal gym members and dancers. He has spent the last 3 years serving patients in Verona and is trained in the latest techniques tailored to a clientele concerned with improving and  maintaining their health and fitness. Dr. Mike lives in Cedar Grove with his wife and young son, enjoys working out and singing in rock bands and is excited to join the team at Signature Health and Wellness.

Jukwang (Jay) is a licensed acupuncturist accredited by the New Jersey Acupuncture Examining Board and certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). He earned his Master of Science in Acupuncture from the Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine and holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Science in radiologic technology concentration from SUNY Stony Brook. In addition, he is a licensed radiologic technologist and a member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Jay also served in the U.S. Air Force.

With extensive experience in diverse medical settings—including the VA Hospital and various private practices—Jay has treated a wide range of conditions. His expertise includes pain management, headaches, gastrointestinal issues, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune disorders, and mental health conditions such as stress, anxiety, and depression.

Jay integrates multiple acupuncture techniques tailored to his patients’ needs, including Trigger Point Release, Korean Acupuncture, Japanese Kiiko Style, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Cupping, Tui Na, Auricular (ear) Acupuncture, and Electro-Acupuncture.

Larissa Semenoff, RN L.Ac, is a Registered Nurse and Licensed Acupuncturist, specializing in the treatment of pain and dis-ease and its transition to wellness. She encompasses both the fundamentals of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the depths of the Western School of Medicine to create personalized care treatments that revolve around an individual’s unique health concerns.  She recognizes that each person’s well-being is distinct and she incorporates the client’s lifestyle, health condition, and preferences to devise effective strategies.

Larissa also strongly believes in integrative medicines and works closely with chiropractors and physical and occupational therapists to comprehensively treat and eliminate pain and dysfunction. Larissa is board certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and studied in China.

>>>>She uses a variety of techniques including electro-acupuncture, motor- and-trigger point acupuncture, modern neuro-anatomical acupuncture, ear acupuncture, cupping, Gua-sha and Tui Na (this is optional to include)

She is focused on the holistic approach to well-being which represents her own philosophy of healing: striking a delicate balance between life’s endless demands and the body’s, immediate or latent, unquestionable response to strain. Larissa helps clients from all backgrounds to lead healthy lives. 

Dr. Nicole Batista is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and a Licensed Acupuncturist. She attended one of the largest institutions of Eastern Medicine in the United States, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine where she earned her Doctorate Degree in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. Dr. Nicole is no stranger in treating clients who need a little extra support when it comes to stress management, chronic physical ailments, autoimmune disorders, infertility, and women’s health (just to name a few!). She’s even treated professional athletes who want to stay on top of their game! In fact, she has successfully treated hundreds of cases throughout her career and has seen incredible results! 

It’s her mission to help as many people as possible obtain optimal health. She is excited to contribute her talents and teamwork towards her team's efforts in helping people regain their health!

Dr. Harle graduated from the Philippines with a Bachelor’s Degree of Physical Therapy and earned her transitional Doctorate of Physical Therapy Degree from University of Montana.

Dr. Harle has over 25 years of experience treating patients of all ages. She has experience in Acute, Subacute, Long Term, Home Care and Outpatient settings.

Dr. Harle gained extensive experience treating neurologic, orthopedic, sports medicine and post surgical cases. She has a valuable manual and treatment approach.

Dr. Harle has taken a large number of CE courses in many areas to expand her skills and to continue to learn new techniques. She is always looking at the most up to date research to refine her skills and help her patients.

Her mission is to earn the trust of every patient by providing quality care for better quality of life and treat them with the utmost respect

Lisa 'Izzie' David is a Physical Therapy Assistant who graduated at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. While she has only joined our team in March 2021, she has proved to demonstrate passion in her work, adaptability and dedication to health and wellness. Her knowledge extends but is not limited to: posture analysis and anatomy, recommending proper rehab exercises and mobility, trigger point therapy, active myofascial release therapy, joint mobilizations, and much more!

Chris Birchler is a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) who received his associates in applied science from the Essex County College PTA program in 2022 and then went on to complete the Therapeutic Massage and Training Center LMT program in 2023. Chris specializes in hands-on manual therapy within the outpatient orthopedic setting while also being well versed in therapeutic exercise and patient education. He brings a strong understanding of the human anatomy to the clinic and is proficient at evaluating patient's musculoskeletal dysfunctions.

Chris is a former professional mixed martial arts athlete who competed in 14 fights including 11 professional contests. He has competed extensively in Division 1 wrestling, MMA, and Brazilian jiu jitsu. Throughout the years of competing Chris sustained many injuries that he learned to self treat and rehabilitate in order to get back to training as quickly as possible. He takes this knowledge and experience and applies it to the clinical setting where he can relate to the many injuries and dysfunctions of his patients to help them on their road to recovery and optimal well being.

In his spare time Chris enjoys working out, training in martial arts, spending time in nature, watching movies & shows, reading, and playing board games with family and friends. He is currently completing prerequisite courses working towards his Doctor of Physical Therapy License.

Jan Sanchez has been an occupational therapy practitioner since 2014. He received his associate in applied science in OT from Rockland Community College in 2013, and his master’s degree in OT from University of Louisiana at Monroe in 2017. He has worked in various settings including in skilled nursing facilities, home health care, special education school setting, adults with developmental disabilities, and in wellness clinics.

Whether its helping children with disabilities to participate fully in school and social situations, helping people recovering from injury to regain skills, or providing supports for older adults experiencing physical and cognitive changes, occupational therapy practitioners have a holistic perspective, in which the focus is on adapting the environment to fit the person, and the person is an integral part of the therapy team.

Tatianna Rios attended and graduated from Passaic County Community College as well as Rutgers University as a certified occupational therapy assistant. Tatianna has always had a passion forhelping others and making a positive impact in people’s lives, which is what lead her to pursue a career in the healthcare field. Tatianna is driven by her desire to see her patients thrive, fostering both independence and a sense of accomplishment in every step of their treatment program. Tatianna is constantly learning new techniques and expanding her knowledge to find more ways to effectively treat her patients.  She also plans on going back to school in the future to pursue a masters degree in occupational therapy. In her free time, Tatianna enjoys spending time with her fiance, cooking and going for walks in the park. 

Sergey Malgo is a certified occupational therapy assistant. He graduate from Eastwick college in 2021 with honors. He enjoys working in a multidisciplinary team and believes that patients path to wellness encompasses an integrative approach. Having a strong passion for holistic treatment, he is currently pursuing his masters in occupational therapy. He believes being a master of your own mind is extremely important for both mental and physical health. He’s eager to help his patients participate, pain free, in activities most meaningful to them.

Victor Cornier is a dedicated occupational therapy assistant who graduated from Raritan Valley Community College in 2023. Victor has gained valuable hands-on experience working with pediatric and geriatric populations with many disabilities. One of Victor’s priorities is building a strong rapport with his patients; he finds that trust and motivation are critical in his patients' healing process. His compassionate approach and commitment to enhancing the quality of life for his patients make him a trusted professional in the field. Victor is passionate about helping individuals of all ages develop the skills to lead independent, fulfilling lives.