Our Staff
Acupuncturists
Dave McKinnon L.Ac.
Dave McKinnon L.Ac.
Dave McKinnon LA.c. Dipl. Acu. is a California Licensed and National Diplomat in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Specializing in internal disorders and pain management, he believes in an integrated approach to treatment, advocating lifestyle and diet adjustment in conjunction with the use of acupuncture, herbs and massage.
“With Chinese Medicine, I work to help return your body to a healthy natural state free of pain and discomfort.”
Since leaving military service in 1998, Dave has been on a journey to help people by relieving their suffering and promoting a healthy fulfilling lifestyle. Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) is a holistic approach that improves quality of life, reduces pain and, stress and can address most conditions American suffer from today.
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Dia Wong L.A.c
Dia Wong L.Ac.
Dia is a Chicago native with a diverse background in the healing arts. She graduated with her B.A. in Psychology from University of Chicago, and earned her Master of Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. She has traveled the world in study of traditional healing arts, including Thai yoga massage, Shiatsu, Chi Nei Tsang, and Native American shamanic medicine; and is a certified yoga instructor. She believes that the power to heal comes from within, and that her role as a healer is simply to facilitate and guide that process.
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Patrick Sonnenberg L.Ac
Patrick Sonnenberg, L.Ac
Patrick left rural North West Florida to join the the military making San Diego his home after four years of honorable service as an Infantry Rifleman and Security Forces in the United States Marine Corps. He continues to serve in a reserve capacity as a member of the National Guard.
Patrick’s personal experiences have caused him to become particularly interested in treating orthopedics, back pain, diabetes, athletes, military members and veterans. He strongly believes that a holistic approach to healing incorporating the use of Traditional Chinese Medicine, diet, nutritional therapy, and the proper fitness regimen can treat or assist in the treatment of virtually any health condition. Additionally, he strongly advocates assisting and educating patients to empower themselves to achieve their health goals. Licenses and
Michelle Coltart L.Ac
Michelle discovered the Chinese healing art of Acupuncture in the early 1990’s while working in the computer industry. After a co-worker suggested she get a treatment, she realized her true calling. She fell in love with this healing modality, instantly impressed by the effect it had on the health and wellbeing of herself and those she cares for. She began her studies by attending seminars and reading every book she could find; a few years later she left the world of computing and returned to school to explore the wonders of this medicine in-depth. Along the way, she has studied nutrition, herbology, postural analysis, and medical qi gong. Some of her specialties include treating neck and back pain, as well as pain associated with inguinal and umbilical (both before and after surgery).
Michelle’s passion for this medicine shows in her commitment to her patients. Her compassion, humor and gentle needle technique set people at ease. She delights that those she treats are as amazed by the effect as she first was.
Naya Colkett L.Ac.
Naya Colkett L.Ac.
Specialty Therapists
Ramona Deonuth, CMT and MSTOM (pending)
An acupuncture student in her final year, Ramona brings her broad experience in massage therapy as well as her knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine to the forefront in her patient and calming approach to wellness care for her massage therapy clients. Her specialties include Thai yoga massage, Shiatsu, deep tissue and circulatory massage. She also performs an amazing pre-natal massage for our pregnant clients.
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Steven Grafton, CMT, HHP
Steven’s enthusiasm for the healing arts is easily evident in his bodywork, which draws from Swedish, Reiki, Lomi Lomi, deep tissue, and tui na. He is an attentive therapist who listens to his patients’ needs and often imbues them with his own infectious, positive energy.
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