The AURA Team
Kelly DeBerg
- Owner
- Libra Sun, Taurus Moon, Sagittarius Rising
- Favorite AURA Tea: Immune Booster #214
- Favorite Crystals: Moss Agate, Ocean Jasper, Mexican Agate
Kelly is the owner and founder of AURA. Whether it be crystals, tea, or CBD, Kelly always strives to become as knowledgeable as possible about everything we offer at AURA. Research, education, and safety are very important to her. In her spare time, Kelly is a saltwater hobbyist and enjoys propagating corals and watching all of the colorful life in her 400-gallon home reef tank.
"I am so fortunate to be able to do what I truly love and that is to interact with people daily and do whatever I can to make their lives a little bit brighter. I am blessed beyond belief to work with the most compassionate, caring and fun girls ever. They make me smile every time I walk through the door, and I'm grateful for each and every one of them."
Terry Riter
- Director of Operations
- Aquarius Sun, Capricorn Moon, Pisces Rising
- Favorite AURA Tea: Red Hot Cinnamon Spice #222
- Favorite Crystals: Rutilated Quartz, Ocean Jasper, Golden Healer
Terry is our Director of Operations and has been with us since we first opened in 2017. She knows all the ins and outs of AURA and is responsible for all new employee training. Terry loves listening to a good thunderstorm and taking a drive to see the beautiful nature that surrounds us here in WNY. She enjoys time spent with her three daughters and her beagle, Barry! As long as there is good music playing and good friends nearby, Terry is happy.
"There are so many of us silently hurting with invisible conditions, but there are so many different ways to relieve that pain. AURA salt cave and wellness gave me unexpected relief from my pain and is helping so many others with different conditions and symptoms. I love being able to help others find relief from what ails them."
Pamela Burns
- MA, CHt, SD-C
- Libra Sun, Leo Moon, Pisces Rising
- Favorite AURA Tea: Blue Lotus
- Favorite Crystals: Labradorite, Azurite, Malachite
Pam joined us in December 2018 and is our on-staff hypnotherapist with impressive qualifications to boot! She has years of experience in MA/Mental Health Counseling, CHt (Certified Hypnotherapist) and C-SD (Certified Spiritual Direction). She loves learning about new and diverse methods of natural prevention and healing. Pam is currently doing continuous education in Soul Midwifery which helps in assisting individuals in the dying and death process. She will soon be offering this new service at AURA! Pam and her spouse, Lori, share a blended family of five daughters, five sons, four granddaughters and three grandsons. They also have a fur baby, Casper the cat!
"I love the various natural services at AURA. The integrity and desire to provide the highest quality of wellness services is the top priority of our entire staff."
Denise Peters
- Reiki Master, Herbalist, CCH, ACP
- Aries Sun, Leo Moon, Virgo Rising
- Favorite AURA Tea: Blue Lotus
- Favorite Crystals: Rose Quartz, Howlite, Citrine
Denise joined us in September 2022, and after working in corporate America for 30+ years, decided to pursue her love of crystals, chakras, reiki, and herbs. Denise is a Certified Crystal Healer (CCH), Advanced Crystal Practitioner (ACP), Reiki Master, and beginner Herbalist. She enjoys country music and being a hockey mom and chef mom to her sons.
"I have been a client/customer of AURA for years. Come visit AURA and let's learn together and enjoy the amazing vibe. I'm looking forward to meeting you!"
Amy Greiner
- LMT
- Aquarius Sun, Aries Moon, Pisces Rising
- Favorite AURA Tea: anything caffeinated or blooming!
- Favorite Crystals: Rose Quartz, Selenite, Moss Agate
Amy joined us in March 2019 and has been actively working as a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) for the past 19 years and a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for 14 years. She finds all aspects of massage and wellness extremely interesting and loves learning new concepts and techniques. Amy enjoys trying new crafts, listening to all kinds of music (especially Snoop Dogg) and spending time with her husband and their children.
"Medical massage is my passion but I love all forms of massage. I am looking forward to helping all clients decompress while at AURA and help them escape the hectic world around us."
Katie Fortman
- LMT
- Leo Sun, Pisces Moon, Libra Rising
- Favorite AURA Tea: Blueberry Flapjacks #776
- Favorite Crystals: Rose Quartz, Fire Quartz, Sunstone
Kate joined our team in November 2019 and is one of our dedicated and passionate massage therapists. She graduated from NCCC in May 2018 with her Associates of Applied Science in Massage Therapy and has extensive experience in medical, relaxation, pregnancy massage, and reflexology. Her approach to massage therapy is holistic, focusing on both the physical and emotional well-being of her clients. Whether you are seeking relief from chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or simply looking to relax and rejuvenate, Katie is here to support your journey to better health. In her free time, Katie enjoys going to the gym, attending concerts, traveling to tropical locations, listening to country music, and dog sitting!
"I fell in love with the positive, loving, and supporting atmosphere here and I am excited to share all the benefits AURA salt cave and wellness has to offer."
Jackie Ford
- LMT
- Scorpio Sun, Leo Moon, Cancer Rising
- Favorite AURA Tea: Warn Banana Nut Bread #774
- Favorite Crystals: Moss Agate, Selenite, Lemurian Quartz
Jackie joined our team in November 2021 after graduating from the New York Institute of Massage in April 2021. She provides massage therapy, hot stone massage, cupping and reflexology. She believes massage should never come at a "one-size-fits-all" approach and her goal is to provide each individual with a beneficial and therapeutic session. Whether you are looking to relax and unwind, or looking to ease specific areas of pain and discomfort, her aim is to help you feel better walking out than you did when you walked in. When she's not at AURA, Jackie loves spending time with family and friends, hiking, biking and reading.
"There is something magical about massage therapy. The healing can encompass not only the physical body, but the mental, emotional, and sometimes even spiritual aspects as well."
Jacky Damon
- Licensed Esthetician, Yoga Instructor
- Scorpio Sun, Pisces Moon, Pisces Rising
- Favorite AURA Tea: Chamomile Lemongrass #617
- Favorite Crystals: Labradorite, Moonstone, Herkimer Diamond
Jacky joined us in January 2022 and is our licensed esthetician and yoga instructor. Her humor and passion for what she does creates the perfect atmosphere for her students and clients to feel comfortable either on the mat or in the treatment room. Outside of work Jacky spends time with her husband and sons. She loves to garden, listen to live music, and wishes there were more hours in the day to enjoy all that the world has to offer!
"I consider myself a student for life and am always seeking new modalities and techniques to keep myself growing and sharing that knowledge with others."
Julie Cummins
- Taurus Sun, Aquarius Moon, Virgo Rising
- Favorite AURA Tea: Caramel Chai #401
- Favorite Crystal: Fire Quartz, Dream Amythest, Labradorite
Julie, our Client Specialist, joined our team in April 2023. Julie has always been drawn to helping others and making people feel welcome. In her free time she loves to read, watch YouTube, and spend time with friends. Julie has told us so many times that she is always excited to learn something new, especially when it could benefit both her and others. Julie immediately knew she wanted to be part of the Aura Team.
“When I first walked into AURA, I felt so welcomed and the atmosphere was so positive."
Lynn Raduns
- Client Specialist
- Certified Sound Healer
Lynn is one of AURA's long time customers. She has spent many hours doing saunas and salt cave sessions over the years as we've gotten to know each other. Lynn spent decades working in a high-pressure career which took a toll on her body and spirit. She knew something had to change, and with that, she dove deep into the world of sound healing as a therapy for herself and others. She became a certified sound healer and feels she is a conduit to bring the healing vibrational frequencies out of the instruments to work their healing magic. Doing sound baths at AURA is just one of her roles. She is also one of our Client Specialists that you will have the opportunity and pleasure of chatting with at AURA. Outside of AURA, Lynn enjoys time with her family and dog!
Ally Balcom
- Esthetician, Waxing Specialist
- Sagittarius
Ally is a licensed esthetician and wax specialist with a desire to help people feel beautiful and confident in their own skin! She loves being able to connect with her clients and give them a comfortable and relaxing space to enjoy for their waxing and facial treatments. Outside of work Ally loves to spend time with her son, enjoys time unwinding with family at their family's land, and she loves reading books!
"Walking into AURA I immediately felt welcomed. I am so excited to start my journey here and give all of my current and future clients an amazing experience!"
Rebecca Tingley
- Leo
- Favorite AURA Tea: Citrus Blends
- Favorite Crystal: Smoky Quartz, Amethyst, Iolite, Angel Aura
Rebecca comes to AURA offering the unique modality of foot reflexology – a technique of thumb and finger walking to initiate relaxation, release, and holistic wellness. With over three decades in the medical field as a currently practicing nurse anesthetist, she has come to appreciate that “dis-ease” not only rises from the physical body, but may be rooted in the mental, emotional, and spiritual body as well. Having Reiki Master attunement and Shamanic Rites, her intuitive abilities help individuals to support their own journey of health, wellness and healing with sessions often incorporating messages and guidance from the other side.
When asked why AURA salt cave and wellness would be a good fit for her soul work, the answer was simple: “The energy and offerings at AURA, along with the genuineness of the people who work here, and those who come here looking for holistic ways to optimize their wellbeing, I couldn’t think of anyplace else!”