Meet Our Practitioners
Dr. Marlene Merritt
Dr. Marlene Merritt has been studying Chinese medicine since 1997 and has a Masters degree in Oriental Medicine and is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine.
She is licensed both by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners and by the New Mexico Board of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. A respected educator, she has
been on the faculty of Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin since 1998 and a teacher of Anatomy
and Physiology since 1992. She has nearly 2 decades of experience in bodywork and musculoskeletal
disorders. An Applied Clinical Nutritionist, Dr. Marlene uses her years of experience to affect positive
changes and facilitate the healing process with her patients. Her commitment to professionalism and her
compassion for others are the hallmark of her practice. Read Dr. Marlene´s personal blog
Dr. Will Mitchell
Dr. Will Mitchell has been studying Oriental Medicine since 1998. He has a Bachelors degree in Microbiology,
a Masters degree in Oriental Medicine from the Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, and is licensed by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners and by the New Mexico Board of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He is also certified in the Japanese style of Toyohari
acupuncture. Dr. Will has traveled to Japan several times to forward his studies. He is also certified as an Applied Clinical Nutritionist. Dr. Will is committed to the education of each patient, giving them control over their health and supporting them in achieving optimal health in a professional and relaxed environment.
Holly L'Italien, LAc
Holly L'Italien is a Board certified licensed Acupuncturist and Applied Clinical Nutritionist, as well as a nationally certified Asian bodyworker. She has separate certifications in Orthopedic Acupuncture (specializing in injury rehab, pain management and sports medicine) and the Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture protocol. As an Applied Clinical Nutritionist, she utilizes her understanding of physiology and nutritional medicine to treat the whole condition, not just the symptoms. Her accomplishment and professional attention to detail supports her patients' healing and allows for the best in complementary care. Read more about Cosmetic Acupuncture >
About Us
Merritt Wellness Center prides itself on it's practitioners' strong backgrounds and understanding in Western medicine that have led them to advanced studies in clinical nutrition, blood chemistry, endocrinology, and immunology. They excel in combining the best of all techniques utilizing cutting-edge medical testing, and place an emphasis on blending Western and Eastern medicine. Their successful merging of different medical modalities has had them lecture throughout the state of Texas and across the United States. They are committed to education both for themselves and their patients. They empower patients by giving them choices and providing the best complementary care possible.