Team
We endeavor to respect, resource, and empower the whole person, physically, emotionally and spiritually. We are here to complement and support your health journey
Charlotte Clary
Director
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Denise Ogee, RN
Licensed Practical Nurse
Matthew Clary
Sound Session Director
Christy Gerrish
Counseling Pastor
Denise Ogee is a Licensed Practical Nurse, receiving her training during eight years with the United States Army.  She worked in the Step Down ICU, Postpartum and Antipartum Units at Madigan Army Medical Center.  Additionally, she has worked in Cardiology and spent the last sixteen years as an OB/Gyn nurse.  She is now a part of the Wellness Center at New Life Christian Center in Yelm, Washington.  Her function there is a Certified Laser Technician through Phoenix Thera-Lase. She is also in charge of the beautiful flower gardens and the wellness Center Medicinal herb Garden.
Matthew Clary is a lifelong musician. He served as Worship Leader at New Life Christian Center in Yelm, Washington from 1993 through mid-2024.  He is an arranger, songwriter and producer.  Married for thirty years, he and his wife, Kara, are parents to three young men. His experience includes sound tracks and arrangements for musicals and plays. He creates live, as well as software-based music, has started and performed in bands, and he’s led large ensemble groups.  Matthew contributes demo tracks for other music software companies such as Nucleus Sound Labs. He did production work for PraiseCharts.com.  Currently, Matthew is developing a new form of soundscapes with a focus on the effects of specific sound frequencies and their benefits on both the mind and body.
Christy Gerrish Is a licensed and ordained pastor and treats individuals, couples, and families with marital concerns, parenting challenges, adolescent challenges, depression, and anxiety, medical diagnosis, and end of life counseling. Her desire is to provide a safe and non-judgmental place for healing. She adheres to Biblical based and Solution-Focused counseling, centered on working toward solutions rather than focusing on the origins of the problem. She specializes in working with families and loved ones that are dealing with diagnosis concerning memory loss. Christy has a passion to serve others and is bold in her belief that through faith there is healing and answers. She has followed the Lord throughout her journey and has been involved in several mission trips to Uganda with her husband. She believes in learning through each experience and seeking guidance on how to better serve others by reading His Word and continuing education. Christy believes that there is no greater self-awareness than knowing who you are in Christ Jesus. She serves as leader of Women’s Ministries at New Life Christian Center as well as serving in Music Ministries.
Charlotte Clary is an advocate for productive aging and a pain-free lifestyle.   She leads exercise programs at New Life Wellness Center, encouraging women to maintain their mobility.  Married, and the mother of four adult children, she balances a rigorous schedule.  Co-founder of Ice Chips Candy, she follows her passion for maximum health in an ever-expanding arena of skills.  She has a bachelor degree in Natural Science., is a Certified Postural Alignment Specialist through the Egoscue Method, as well as a Certified Laser Technician through Phoenix Thera-Lase.  This translates to thinking in photons and mitochondria.  Her persistence makes her a positive never-give-up, leader in personal excellence.