Faculty - Hoboken
Cortiva Institute’s Hoboken Campus has a highly educated faculty. They are a group of compassionate and customer service oriented professionals that focus on creating an interactive learning environment for both the science and massage classes
David D'Alessio
David has a bachelor of science in mathematics and a master’s in education from the University of Arizona. He earned his Certificate of Massage Therapy from Cortiva Institute (Desert Institute for the Healing Arts) in Tucson, Arizona. In 2005, David received his certification in craniosacral therapy from the International Bodywork Institute. He is also the owner of The Spa at Hacienda del Sol, which is located in Tucson, Arizona.
Lori Dobbert, LMT
Since becoming a licensed massage therapist, she has worked in many settings. Lori began her career at a resort spa in Florida before pursuing her degree in exercise physiology. After graduation, Lori spent many years working with physicians, physical therapists and on staff at an orthopedic surgeon's office practicing neuromuscular therapy and deep tissue massage. She has training in neuromuscular therapy, prenatal, myofascial release and sports massage. Lori was recently part of the faculty team at Cortiva – Boston, and is a welcome addition to Cortiva – Hoboken.
Brianne L. Prior, DC
Dr. Prior has an interdisciplinary bachelor of arts in cultures, society, and human health from Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania. She also earned a bachelor of science in biology and a doctorate of chiropractic from Logan College of Chiropractic in Chesterfield, Missouri. Brianne brings to the table an immeasurable depth of experience in the science. She is organized, efficient, and has a passion for health and wellness.
