Greetings and welcome to the Colonic Institute
The Colonic Institute is committed to helping spread awareness to the community about the importance of a healthy colon and living a more vibrant, positive and balanced lifestyle. We work in conjunction with many Holistic Healers, Naturopathic Doctors, MD’s, and Chiropractors to help our clients achieve optimum health. The main belief is that health and vitality begins with a healthy colon and proper diet.
We strive to teach our clients about eating a more alkaline diet, and a diet rich fresh fruits and veggies. We help them to explore their relationship with food and make them more knowledgeable about how the foods that we eat can act like “medicine” rather than “poison.”
We believe in helping our clients lead a more balanced life and teach the importance of eating whole foods and the power of proper colon health as a powerful tool to leading a healthy & vibrant life. At the Colonic Institute we hope to inspire people with our intense passion for what we do and teach people never to take ones health for granted. We practice with complete love and compassion, and in return receive the greatest gift in life—helping people heal, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. The tasteful décor, serene environment and nurturing care of our staff, all combine to make a truly pleasurable experience.
Our attention to detail, nurturing ambience and over 20 years of hand on experience is what set us apart. Our wonderful staff is all female and licensed by I-ACT (International Association of Colon Therapists). We uphold the highest standards in our practice and use the most technologically advanced FDA equipment available in the US. The “Toxygen” system utilizes a triple filtration system, carbon, and UV filter, as well as disposable tubing to assure proper sanitation for our clients. The “Pressurized – Closed System” guarantees that every session is 100% odorless. Our therapists are trained with a “slow-fill” technique that maximizes the comfort of the client, while achieving outstanding results.
Our Practitioners
Nina Veronesi
Nina Veronesi began in the alternative health field in 2013 when she joined The Graduate Institute’s Integrative Health & Healing program in Bethany, CT after earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Saint Joseph University in West Hartford, CT. During her time studying at The Graduate Institute, Nina acquired Reiki Level 3 Certification from Nikki Sleath in Collinsville, CT, Wisdom of the Earth Medicinal Aromatherapy Certification from John Odlum in West Hartford, CT, and an I-ACT Foundation Level Certification in colon therapy from Beverly Blass in West Hartford, CT. In the spring of 2017, she briefly moved to Los Angeles and earned her I-ACT Intermediate Level certification in colon therapy at The Gentle Wellness Center in Santa Monica. She became certified in Bioelectric Lymphatic Drainage by the Internal Environment Institute and France Robert in 2023.
Rio Elena
Rio is an intuitive healer, who is committed to helping others. As a certified Usui Reiki Master and clinical hypnotherapist, it is Rio’s goal to continue to promote wellness and transformation, through a variety of healing modalities. Rio infuses every session with a deep sense of love and care, which is essential to the transformation and healing clients are seeking. Rio is also a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to assist those struggling with anxiety and depression and she graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work with a Master’s in Social Work in 2013.
Reiki is a Japanese healing arts modality that provides energy healing at a subtle level and is becoming more recognized as a powerful complimentary or stand-alone technique, encouraging emotional and physical healing. As a Reiki Master, Rio provides deep healing sessions, beautifully infused with sound vibration therapy, with chimes, crystal and bronze singing bowls, gong, ocean drums, bells, buffalo drum, tuning forks, rattles, and voice.
Rio became certified as a clinical hypnotherapist by the American School of Hypnosis and American International Association in 2022. Hypnotherapy is a powerful modality that works with the subconscious part of the mind to incite real and lasting change. It can be used for a variety of issues, such as: self-worth, smoking cessation, weight loss, anxiety, wellness, attracting love and wealth, and so much more!
Rio also utilizes the Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT), which is a unique hypnosis technique perfected by the late Dolores Cannon. As a level 1 QHHT practitioner, we can do a past life regression and from the deep somnambulistic level of trance, we can then also access the subconscious, to resolve any physical, emotional, or spiritual issues
Gary Meyer
Gary Meyer is a certified integrated iridologist, holistic wellness consultant, and fitness coach with over a decade of experience, originally from northern Germany, now based in Monroe, Connecticut. With a deep passion for natural health, he guides you on your journey toward vibrant well-being through Iridology - the study of the structure and color of the iris - in order to determine genetic strengths and predispositions, nutritional needs and mental / emotional aspects of your personality. In this way it is possible to work holistically to bring your whole system into balance and harmony. Additionally he focuses on a balanced whole-foods diet, body movement, herbology, and self-empowering techniques to guarantee you achieve your health goals. Beyond health consulting, Gary transforms the intricate beauty of your eyes into mesmerizing art, blending science and creativity to offer both profound health insights and visually stunning photographic artworks. His unique approach connects wellness with artistic expression, helping people see themselves —inside and out—in a whole new light. Whether through iridology sessions or custom iris art, Gary’s mission is to inspire, educate, and empower you to take control of your health and appreciate the extraordinary nature of your individuality.
From 2007 to 2010 Gary studied Sport & Fitness management. He then managed the family owned gym in Germany for 9 years. In 2018 he started studying the art of Iridology & detoxification with Dr. Robert Morse in Punta Gorda, FL which he finished in the same year. He also received a certificate in herbalism through the Herbal Academy in 2018. In 2020 Gary proceeded to deepen his knowledge in Iridology and integrative wellness with ND DHM MII CCII Toni Miller at the College of IRIS (Iridology Research and Integrated Subjects), who is one of the most experienced teachers of modern Iridology, to deepen his knowledge and stay up to date with the newest research in this field.
