About Optilux Wellness Center in New Kensington, PA

About Us - Optilux Wellness Center - New Kensington, PA

Optilux Wellness Center has served the New Kensington and Northeast Pittsburgh communities since 1993, when Dr. Ronald Festa opened his doors with a vision for compassionate, natural care. What began as a dedicated chiropractic practice has grown into a multidisciplinary clinic, now recognized for advanced regenerative medicine and holistic wellness solutions. Today, our family-run center balances innovation with genuine relationships, welcoming each patient with respect and providing high-touch, individualized attention.

Whether you are seeking relief from pain, recovering from an accident, supporting your body for peak performance, managing chronic conditions, or simply aiming for lasting wellness, we offer care for all ages and backgrounds. Our team specializes in chiropractic adjustments, regenerative medicine (including PRP therapy), massage therapy, and natural solutions for joint pain, injury recovery, hair restoration, and more. With expertise and empathy, we listen and develop custom plans for your specific needs. We invite you to discover the difference a personal touch makes—meet our providers and read their bios to learn how we can help you move forward with confidence and comfort.

Our Team

Dr. Ronald Festa D.C.

Chiropractor

Discover Dr. Ronald Festa, founder and clinical director at OptiLux Wellness Center in New Kensington, PA. Renowned for his holistic and patient-centered chiropractic care, Dr. Festa has over 30 years of experience, providing advanced spinal adjustments, regenerative medicine, and community-focused wellness solutions.

Kalina Shakti

Receptionist

Kalina is a warm and welcoming face at our front desk. With a natural ability to make clients feel at home. Detail-oriented and always ready with a smile, Kalina handles everything from scheduling and correspondence to ensure each guest has an exceptional first impression of our team. She is an upcoming college freshman and will be studying Accounting and MIS. Outside of school and the office she enjoys yoga, reading, and getting coffee.

Jana

Office Staff

Jessica Festa LMT

Licensed Massage Therapist

Jessica Festa is a licensed massage therapist at OptiLux Wellness Center specializing in therapeutic massage and holistic wellness. She personalizes each session to help with pain relief, injury recovery, and stress reduction, and incorporates advanced techniques such as Swedish, deep tissue, and sports massage. Jessica is passionate about regenerative medicine and community education on non-invasive therapies.

Teagan Hamilton

Receptionist

Teagan Hamilton is a dedicated and driven receptionist known for her kindness, curiosity, and strong work ethic. She currently maintains a 4.0 GPA, ranks in the top three of her class, and was honored with the Rotary Scholar Award for her academic achievements. Teagan brings a positive attitude and welcoming presence to everyone she meets with her passion for learning and personal growth.

Carson Festa

Receptionist

Carson Festa is a driven part of our team. He is our resident Jack of all trades, always ready to help with filing, fixing, or making customers feel like family. When out of high school he plans on attending a technical school and beginning a career in car customization.

Marissa Behning, PA-C

Physicians Assistant

Marissa Behning is a Physician Assistant specializing in PRP and stem cell therapy, helping patients harness their body's own natural healing power for real, lasting results. Her warm, down-to-earth approach puts even the most nervous patients at ease from the very first visit. Whether you're exploring PRP for hair restoration, skin rejuvenation, or joint relief, Marissa is here to guide you every step of the way!

Jamie Brown

Nurse Practitioner

Jamie Brown is a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner. She is passionate about helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and cared for throughout their PRP and stem cell injection treatments. Her approach combines clinical skill with genuine compassion. She takes the time to listen, explain each step of the procedure, and help ease fears with patience and understanding. Jamie believes kindness, empathy, and trust are just as important as technical expertise when caring for patients.