As we round the corner into another busy fall season with the holidays just a matter of weeks down the stretch, taking care of health and wellness belongs at the top of our to-do lists. After all, these hectic next few months are notorious for mental, emotional, and physical burnout as we scramble to tie up loose ends before the start of a new year.  

Whether you need a quick wellness refresh or a deep restoration, The Gabriel Center Wellness & Supply has you covered. This holistic retreat in Sarasota has been serving Southwest Florida for more than 14 years, and in this month’s “Community Spotlight,” I was fortunate to chat with owner Christine Bradford all about The Gabriel Center’s premier treatment offering: HOCATT Oozone Therapy. Settle in for our Q&A discussion below!    

Natural Awakenings: Will you explain what HOCATT Ozone Therapy is, the specific modalities it combines, and the various wellness benefits it can offer? 

Christine Bradford: HOCATT Oozone Therapy is a wellness treatment using the HOCATT™ system which stands for, “Hyperthermic Ozone and Carbonic Acid Transdermal Technology.” This multi-modality wellness machine delivers a combination of therapies in one 30-minute session, with the main component being ozone therapy. It’s often used in both alternative and integrative medicines for natural detoxification, immune function, and general health. 

HOCATT combines numerous modalities such as transdermal ozone therapy, PEMF (pulse electromagnetic field therapy), FSM (targeted frequency specific microcurrents), pure oxygen breathing, far infrared, photon color light therapy, and UV irradiation.  

Some of the wellness benefits you can experience include whole-body detoxification, improved circulation, stress reduction, lower inflammation, increased brain clarity and function, hormonal balance, and enzyme production. It also burns up to 600 calories per session, stimulates energy levels, enhances mitochondrial function, protects the immune system from chronic infection, and even boosts athletic performance.  

NA: What would you tell someone who is looking for a holistic way to refresh both their physical and mental health, but might be skeptical about HOCATT Ozone Therapy?   

Bradford: There are few wellness treatments that offer so many beneficial modalities in a single comprehensive format. During a session, the recipient is seated comfortably in the HOCATT Wellness Sauna capsule with their head exposed. The steam will open their pores, while the ozone permeates and supercharges their blood cells.  

Our technicians are fully trained in the use of the HOCATT. In the initial session, our knowledgeable tech will explain the treatment and answer any questions the client might have about this treatment. The tech will also monitor the client during treatment to ensure a restorative experience. Our clients generally report immediate, noticeable benefits, along with continual improvements over the course of multiple sessions.  

Many of our clients have been using HOCATT Ozone Therapy as a part of their wellness routine for several years here at Gabriel Center Wellness & Supply. In fact, our HOCATT techs also use HOCATT Ozone Therapy as a part of their own health care.    

NA: With the holiday season just around the corner, how can HOCATT Ozone Therapy alleviate stress and restore balance during this hectic time of year?   

Bradford: HOCATT Ozone Therapy offers a gentle, peaceful break from the “hustle and bustle” of the holidays. While resting in this wellness sauna, our clients can pause to refresh, care for their health, and treat themselves to some relaxation. This treatment also helps relieve stress and increase energy levels. Making time for this holistic self-care ritual will give the body what it needs to tackle the holiday season without comprising wellness.   

NA: As we head into the final stretch of 2025 and look ahead to 2026, is there anything new on the horizon for The Gabriel Center that you can share with our community?  

Bradford: Along with our wellness services, we offer numerous retail products for licensed massage therapists and other wellness practitioners. We have stocked up our store with an expansive collection of massage lotions and oils to serve the needs of local practitioners as we head into autumn and the upcoming launch of 2026.  

We also offer BioMat Far infrared treatments. During a one-hour session, the BioMat emits safe heat levels, which penetrate six to eight centimeters into the body. This helps stimulate circulation, calm the nervous system, relieve pain, and lower inflammation.  

The BioMat is an FDA 510(K) registered Class II Medical Device that targets muscles, joints, and tissues at a deep cellular level. Results from the BioMat far exceed what other heat or vibration products can achieve. I use this therapy on a regular basis for quick, sustainable relief from stress, as well as joint and muscle pain.  

The Gabriel Center has been serving the Southwest Florida community for more than 14 years. This one-stop-shop wellness destination is located at 2886B Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. For more information and to book a session, call 941-954-0300, email [email protected], or visit https://www.gabrielcenterforwellness.com/