Acupuncturists

Dave McKinnon LA.c. Bio:

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.

Kasey Smith LA.c. Bio:

Kasey is a PCOM graduate and has recently joined our practice while he continues his research for his doctoral thesis.

Jeff Tien LA.c. Bio:

Jeff is a PCOM graduate has began working in the community setting while maintain his practice in an integrated medical center in North County.

Dia Wong L.A.c

Dia Wong L.Ac. Bio:

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 Native American shamanic energy medicine, and she has received her yoga instructor certification from CorePower Yoga. 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.

Specialty Therapists

Maria Theresa Larsen, BS, DC, MT

Maria Theresa Larsen, BS, DC, MT Bio:
Dr. Larsen is a manual therapist who specializes in combining subtle energy techniques in a manner that enhances the body’s own abilities to correct dis-ease processes. She has post-graduate degrees in clinical and biological human sciences and is a practitioner and student of many ancient healing arts traditions.

My approach to treating harmonizes western science medical knowledge with ancient hands-on traditions. I combine gentle healing modalities in a manner that promotes bodymind-spirit well-being.

My tools of trade include:

• Cranio-Sacral Techniques
• Fascial and Visceral Release
• Chakra Balancing
• Sound Healing

Please contact Maria Theresa directly at (503)867-6414, gracenotemt@me.com or on her website at www.gracenotehealingarts.com

Massage Therapists

Patience Ulstad

Patience Ulstad HHP

Patience is a Certified Massage Therapist who has been practicing her craft in San Diego for over 10 years. Her massage marries an intuitive intelligence with the learned technique to create a unique experience for each individual. Patience believes that true healing requires an integrated approach, so she intentionally works with the subtle bodies interwoven with the physical in order to bring about profound shifts towards health. A session with Patience often leaves one feeling open, energized, relaxed and rejuvenated.