Meet Our Team of Doctors and Therapists
Our mission is to help you achieve and maintain long lasting health and vitality. Our purpose is to give you results lasting long into the future, enabling you to live a life without the need for drugs and surgery. As holistic doctors, we place a strong emphasis on prevention of disease. Our goal is to help you achieve vibrant wellness by promoting healing on all levels–physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
We work with many patients who experience pain and a variety of other health issues. Taking a holistic approach to each of our patients, we evaluate your physical, mental and bio-chemical state. Our comprehensive assessments and treatments are personalized for you and take into account each patient’s uniqueness and lifestyle stressors. Each treatment program utilizes a variety of effective and affordable therapies, with periodic re-assessments to determine how your system is responding and then tailored to reach and maintain your optimal outcome.
When you choose the Center for Health and Longevity as your health care facility, you are assured of receiving the finest quality care through the use of modern equipment, technology and a solid wellness philosophy. Utilizing the principles of chiropractic and healthy living, our approach has had a significant impact on thousands of patients.
Chiropractor
Mark Larinde, D.C.
Dr. Mark Larinde, D.C., is a highly skilled and trusted care provider for patients in Santa Monica, as well as the greater Los Angeles area. With more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare field, Dr. Larinde, has the depth of knowledge and skill needed to successfully help patients with numerous conditions to include sports and work-related injuries, vertebral disc issues such as disc herniations that create sciatic pain, spinal stenosis, peripheral neuropathy, headaches, and other pain-causing conditions both chronic and acute. His welcoming and friendly demeanor help patients feel comfortable and energized about improving their health.
Dr. Larinde earned his Chiropractic degree in 1996 from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, and soon began his practice the following year. A native of Santa Monica, Dr. Larinde has treated patients in the Los Angeles and Orange Counties and continues to give back to his community by taking care of his patients with the utmost care and service.
As a long-distance runner, he continues to participate in local events such as the Santa Monica 10k and the Los Angeles Marathon and strives to be an example of health to his patients. In addition, he also enjoys playing bass and is a member of several bands and trios around the LA and Orange County area.
Dr. Larinde, a ’96 graduate of Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, specializes in Injury Rehabilitation and Prevention, helping guide patients to make a complete and long lasting recovery.
Holistic Nutritionist and Wellness Expert
Melanie Larinde, Ph.D.
Dr. Melanie Larinde embodies a holistic approach to health and wellness, blending over four decades of expertise to nurture the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of well-being. Her journey began with collegiate Strength Training and Physical Fitness, and expanded into an in-depth study of Structural Integration, Yoga, Meditation, and Nutrition.
Central to Dr. Larinde’s practice is the collaboration with patients to develop personalized treatment plans. She believes in patient education as a cornerstone of care, working hand-in-hand with each individual to tailor strategies that align with their unique needs and goals. This partnership fosters a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit, empowering patients to take charge of their health journey.
As the author of “Food, Mood, and Attitude”, Dr. Larinde has inspired countless individuals to return to their natural health state through practical strategies like meal preparation, movement, and journaling. Her approach extends beyond Nutritional Counseling, focusing on healing past emotional traumas and emphasizing how physical movement aids in detoxifying the body.
Dr. Larinde’s global impact is evidenced through her books and teachings, which resonate with diverse audiences, creating positive ripples in families and communities. Her genuine love for people fuels her passion to educate and inspire, helping others discover their best selves and live vibrant, intentional, and purposeful lives.
Melanie D. Larinde, Ph.D. in Holistic Nutrition, uses a comprehensive and straightforward approach to wellness, integrating science with common sense to achieve vitality and balance in her patients’ lives
Balance, Strength & Flexibility Coach
Brittany Rand, NASM PT
Brittany Rand stands at the intersection of artistry and fitness, embodying the spirit of resilience and passion. With a rich history as a professional ballet dancer, she has graced the stages of major prestigious ballet companies across America, including the Joffrey Ballet, Boston Ballet, Nashville Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Ballet West, Los Angeles Ballet, and Hollywood Ballet. Throughout her ballet career, Brittany faced challenges, including several knee surgeries and injuries. In her quest for physical excellence and injury prevention, she discovered the transformative power of cross-training. This revelation not only enhanced her ballet career but also inspired her to delve deeper into the realm of fitness.
Brittany’s journey led her to become not just a renowned ballet dancer but also a certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and a dedicated Pure Barre instructor. Her passion for movement and holistic well-being fueled her desire to share her knowledge with others. Motivated by her own experiences, she developed a unique approach to teaching, incorporating elements of ballet, cross-training, and physical therapy recovery exercises into her classes.
What sets Brittany apart is her commitment to inclusivity and the holistic approach she brings to her classes. Recognizing that movement is a powerful healer, she works with all age ranges and fitness levels, aiming to transform lives. Her sessions are more than just workouts; they are immersive experiences that focus on balance, stability, flexibility, mobility, and strength. Drawing from her intimate knowledge of physical therapy recovery exercises, her sessions are aimed at preventing injuries and enhancing overall well-being.
Brittany Rand is a professional Ballet Dancer with 5 Ballet companies across America and is a NASM PT Certified Trainer. With her guidance, you embark on a journey not just towards fitness but holistic health — a journey sculpted by expertise, passion, and the unwavering belief in the healing power of movement.