When Lacey Landecho talks about wellness, she is not speaking from theory or trends. She is speaking from lived experience.
Earth Angel Wellness in Salem was born out of a deeply personal health journey, shaped by an unexpected trauma, and the determination to find answers when no one else seemed willing to listen. Today, that journey has grown into a medical weight loss and wellness clinic with an individualized, whole-body approach, helping people throughout the Salem area take control of their health in a way that feels supported, informed, and sustainable.
Lacey is the kind of person who sits with you, listens carefully, and makes you feel understood. That quality did not come from business training. It came from necessity.
At a Glance
- Business Name: Earth Angel Wellness
- Location: 525 Glen Creek Rd NW #230, Salem, OR 97304
- Founders: Lacey Landecho and her husband, Walther “Wally” Landecho
- Focus: Medical weight loss clinic in Salem, OR with an individualized, whole-body approach
- Services: GLP-1 medical weight loss support, hormone replacement therapy, longevity and inflammation care, body sculpting, wellness monitoring
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with elevator access
- Established: December 2024
On a Mission to Find Answers and Reclaim Her Health
Long before opening Earth Angel Wellness, Lacey served as an aeronautical medical technician and EMT in the United States Air Force.
Around 2018, Lacey was involved in a serious car accident. The physical trauma was only part of the story. The stress of the event triggered a cascade of symptoms that affected her body and mind. She sought help, explained what she was experiencing, and repeatedly felt dismissed.
“I could not get any doctors to listen to me,” Lacey explained. “I would try and explain my symptoms, and they would just brush me off.”
Left without answers, she did what many patients eventually do. She began researching on her own. That search led her to uncover that she was dealing with chronic Lyme disease, triggered by stress and inflammation from the accident.
“It was a stressful event that triggered it,” she said. “Stressful events can cause chronic infections to come back out and show themselves.”
Instead of accepting ongoing discomfort as her new normal, Lacey went on what she calls a mission. She studied inflammation, chronic illness, hormones, and the ways the body responds when systems fall out of balance. She experimented carefully, learned what worked, and slowly began to reclaim her health.
Healing the Body, One Layer at a Time
As Lacey addressed one health issue, others surfaced. She struggled with hormone imbalances, PCOS, and difficulty getting pregnant. Over time, her condition progressed into diabetes. It was exhausting and discouraging, but it also sharpened her understanding of how deeply connected the body’s systems truly are.
Eventually, she began treatment with GLP-1 medications for diabetes. The results were life-changing.
“I lost about 100 pounds and got my hormones in check,” she shared. “I also got on hormone replacement therapy.”
The weight loss was significant, but what mattered more was how her body functioned afterward. Her inflammation improved. Her energy returned. Her hormone levels stabilized. For the first time in years, she felt like herself again.
That transformation planted a seed.
“I realized I wanted to help other people do the same,” Lacey said.
Helping Family First, Then the Community
Before Earth Angel Wellness ever had a name on a door, Lacey began helping those closest to her.
Her son was dealing with prediabetes. She worked closely with his endocrinologist, sharing her own experience and helping guide the process based on all the stuff she learned through the things she had gone through.
Her husband, Wally, faced his own struggles. Despite working out five days a week, hormone issues made it difficult for him to lose weight. Addressing those imbalances changed everything.
Those early successes made one thing clear. Personalized, attentive care worked.
When Earth Angel Wellness officially opened in December 2024, the clinic began with GLP-1 medications and vitamin injections. As client needs grew, so did the services. Hormone replacement therapy followed, then longevity-focused care, inflammation support, and body sculpting.
Each addition came from listening to clients and responding thoughtfully, not chasing trends.
More Than a Number on a Scale
From the beginning, Lacey was clear about what she did not want Earth Angel Wellness to be.
“We didn’t want to just be a weight loss clinic,” she said. “To us, weight loss is just a number on a scale.”
Instead, the clinic focuses on wellness, strength, and long-term health. One of the most important issues they address is muscle loss, something that often goes unspoken in medical weight loss conversations.
“Recent studies have shown that people that are on GLP-1s and lose weight, 50 percent of their weight loss is muscle mass,” Lacey explained. “Which is not good, especially for longevity and balance and everything.”
At Earth Angel Wellness, preserving muscle is a priority. Local clients are asked to come in at least monthly, so they can get on the body scanner. It uses advanced body scanning technology similar to a DEXA scan. The scans show how much of the client’s weight is muscle, water, and fat. It even tells them the lean and fat on their extremities and their trunk.
That data helps guide decisions. Doses are adjusted carefully. Progress is tracked thoughtfully.
“Low and slow is how we do it,” Lacey said. “There’s no point in raising a dose if someone is already losing weight.”
Addressing the Emotional Side of Change
Another area Earth Angel Wellness intentionally addresses is body dysmorphia, something clients can experience during weight loss.
“No one talks about body dysmorphia as you’re losing weight,” Lacey said. “Sometimes you don’t even realize you’re losing weight, and then when you do, you notice pockets of fat or skin you didn’t have before and you don’t like that.”
Body sculpting services were introduced to help clients feel comfortable and confident as their bodies change. The goal is not perfection, but alignment between how clients feel and how they see themselves.
That attention to emotional well-being is part of what keeps clients coming back.
Who Earth Angel Wellness Serves
While many clients are women, Earth Angel Wellness proudly serves men as well. In fact, men’s health is a particular passion for co-owner Wally.
“He really likes helping men with peak performance,” Lacey shared.
Many male clients come in seeking weight loss and discover underlying hormone issues along the way. Fatigue is often the biggest symptom.
“Fatigue is probably the number one symptom of low testosterone in men,” Lacey explained.
Through lab testing and physician oversight, those imbalances can be identified and treated appropriately. The result is not just weight loss, but improved energy, strength, and quality of life.
Clients range from those seeking medical weight loss to individuals focused on longevity, inflammation reduction, or even healthy muscle gain. Some arrive needing to lose weight. Others come in wanting to gain strength. Every plan is tailored.
Medical Oversight and Safety
Earth Angel Wellness operates as a med spa, but with far less focus on aesthetics and far more emphasis on wellness.
Prescribing doctors are involved each step of the way. Labs are ordered, results are reviewed, and medications are prescribed responsibly. Clients have access to medical guidance through the Earth Angel Wellness team, with providers available to answer questions when needed.
“Our doctors are there any time to answer questions through text, through us,” Lacey said. “Anytime a client has a question, they can ask us, and we can text the doctor if it’s something that we don’t already know.”
That accessibility gives clients peace of mind and ensures safety remains central to every treatment plan.
Moments That Matter Most
When asked about her proudest moments, Lacey does not point to one single success story.
“We have so many success stories,” she said. “I don’t want to say one in particular.”
What stands out instead is consistency. Clients maintaining muscle while losing fat. People gaining strength instead of just shrinking. Long-term transformations that unfold over months, not weeks.
Seeing clients out in the community, healthier and more confident, is one of the greatest rewards.
“I have to be careful with what I say,” she laughed, mindful of privacy. “But it’s so cool to see.”
What’s Coming Next
Earth Angel Wellness continues to grow thoughtfully. Recently, the clinic introduced a mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy chamber, designed to push oxygen deeper into cells to support inflammation reduction, stress relief, recovery, and peak performance.
“So it’s really good for inflammation, stress, and peak performance,” Lacey explained.
Looking ahead, the clinic plans to introduce stem cell therapy with a qualified, on-site provider. The process has been deliberate, focused on finding the right expertise rather than rushing expansion.
“You’ve got to find the right provider,” Lacey said. “That’s why it’s taking us a while.”
A Deep Connection to Salem
Lacey grew up in West Salem, and her connection to the community runs deep. She has watched the city evolve and appreciates the growth of small businesses and downtown revitalization.
“I love all the changes happening downtown,” she said. “All the small businesses.”
That local support has been felt inside Earth Angel Wellness as well.
“Our clients come in and tell us how much they love us and how much they’re happy to have someone like us help them,” Lacey shared. “We get a lot of referrals.”
As more clients reach long-term milestones, word-of-mouth continues to grow, reinforcing the clinic’s role as a trusted medical weight loss clinic in Salem, OR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Earth Angel Wellness only for weight loss?
No. While medical weight loss is a major focus, the clinic also helps with hormone balance, longevity, inflammation reduction, and healthy muscle gain.
Do men receive care at Earth Angel Wellness?
Yes. Men are a growing part of the client base, with services addressing weight loss, hormone balance, fatigue, and performance.
How is muscle loss prevented during weight loss?
Clients are monitored using advanced body scanning technology. Doses are adjusted carefully, and muscle preservation is a top priority.
Is medical supervision involved?
Yes. Prescribing doctors oversee labs and medications, and clients have access to medical guidance throughout their care.
How often do clients need to come in?
Weekly visits are encouraged early on, with monthly visits required for ongoing monitoring, especially for local clients.
Is the clinic accessible?
Yes. Earth Angel Wellness is wheelchair accessible and includes elevator access.
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