Dr. Cassista has a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Massachusetts at Lowell and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic. She has attended numerous post-graduate seminars in chiropractic, pediatrics, botanical medicine (medicinal herbs), mental health and many other health-related topics. She completed the Center for Mind-Body Medicine's professional training program for mind-body-spirit medicine and is certified through Self Esteem Seminars by Jack Canfield, best known for Chicken Soup for the Soul books, to teach facilitation of self-esteem for individuals and groups. Dr. Cassista received her coach training through the Coaches Training Institute and continuously hones her skills as a coach through advanced classes. She is a Certified Empowered Spiritual Life Coach, a certified NLP practitioner and a Certified Enneagram Teacher. She is also a Coach-Parent Certified Coach & has completed a yearlong coaching program for teens.