PATIENT REVIEWS

What Patients Say

Here are a few of my patients’ experiences, in their own words, from Google and Yelp.

New Patients: $110 · Includes consultation & treatment

Calm acupuncture treatment room with mountain view through an arched window in Colorado Springs.

Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine · Registered Nurse · Practicing since 2009

  • “I've had chronic hip pain for years and nothing I tried to relieve the pain seemed to work… Thanks to Dr. Dawna I can now work in my garden without the constant pain I was feeling every time I would squat or get up.”

    ~ NANCY J., GOOGLE

  • “After struggling with persistent neck and shoulder pain I was skeptical about acupuncture but decided to give it a try, and I'm so glad I did… The needles are virtually painless… I have found that I am without pain for a few days after each visit.”

    ~ CALIN E., GOOGLE

  • “Dawna Ara has given me my life back! I went to Dawna because for two years I'd been feeling rundown, exhausted, fuzzy headed, and was unable to fall asleep… Now, after three months I have so much energy… and I feel like my old self again.”

    ~ PAMELA H., GOOGLE

  • “When I first saw Dawna I was in a tremendous amount of pain, limping and moving pretty slowly due to some kind of issue with my knee… my knee pain gradually subsided and eventually went away completely!!”

    ~ MELINDA G., YELP

  • “I'm pregnant and the kiddo was breech… She gave me some moxibustion sticks to take home, and joyously, it worked!”

    ~ MEGS H., YELP

  • “I have had upper back pain for years now… I am happy to report after 4 sessions, I have noticed a significant reduction and improvement in my back pain.”

    ~ LUZ G., YELP

  • “Both of my feet were sore and had shooting pains in the heels. After 3 sessions of acupuncture and an awesome foot massage, my feet felt 100% better.”

    ~ WES C.’S WIFE, YELP

  • “Try going to her when you have a headache. I did so last week and after placing only one needle, it was gone.”

    ~ ANNA S., YELP

  • “I went to see her for chronic digestive issues and anxiety. I always felt so relaxed and calm afterwards. She gave me herbs that I really think helped with my stomach issues.”

    ~ JESSE F., GOOGLE

  • “I got pregnant the first full cycle of acupuncture. I went every week during first trimester and experienced little to no nausea.”

    ~ L A., YELP

  • “She made my mom's lower back pain disappear in a few sessions.”

    ~ RALPH Z., YELP

  • “I no longer sleep on a rolled up towel… I walk in with a headache, walk out, without!”

    ~ JAYNE O., YELP

  • “The BEST thing I ever did, she has taken more time than my doctors trying to pinpoint my issues. I have been feeling better than I have in a long time.”

    ~ BRENDA M., YELP

  • “I have been going to her on and off for over a year, and every time I go I don't ever want to stop. Her services are amazing, and all my back problems have very much improved.”

    ~ NATHALIA F., YELP

  • “Her knowledge of herbal remedies was also a great addition and have been enjoying a new-found energy level, reduced tension and greater alertness since just the first session.”

    ~ JEDI W., YELP

  • “I have recurring discomfort in my shoulder and upper back, which had grown to a horrible, throbbing pain. Dawna was able to get me in right away.”

    ~ RENA S., YELP

  • “I've been really stressed out about work and school and I wanted to seek out a caring and gentle acupuncturist to help alleviate my stress… I feel so relaxed after my treatments, I feel like a whole person again!”

    ~ NHU J., YELP

  • “How can my foot feel better after she sticks a needle in my hand?! I don't know, but Dawna knows and that's all that matters!”

    ~ RANA A., YELP

  • “She knows exactly what to do whether my neck hurts, my hormones are whacky, or I want a little microneedling.”

    ~ ELANITA K., YELP

  • “She asks a few questions to understand what exactly she should do. Accommodates to your needs and makes sure your comfortable before starting the acupuncture.”

    ~ PHYLLIS L., YELP

  • “Dawna definitely has that ability to get to the root of the problem. She has that healing touch. I know I'm in capable hands.”

    ~ YUN K., YELP

  • “Excellent patient care. She listens to her patients and individualizes her treatment plans.”

    ~ LIZA S., YELP

  • “I decided to try it before resorting to clomid or spend a ton of money needlessly on IVF… lo and behold, I was pregnant after trying without success on my own for almost a year!”

    ~ ALICE S., YELP

  • “I was suffering from horrible nausea and vomitting that no amount of crackers or medication could solve… After only a few treatments, I noticed a significant change in both my physical and mental well-being.”

    ~ ALENE T., YELP

  • “I've had only 3 treatments for possible carpel tunnel… and am thrilled to say I may only have one or 2 more treatments to go. She knew exactly where all my spots of pain were all the way up to the back of my neck.”

    ~ DEANNA M., YELP

  • “i was treated today for allergies and lower back pain… i'm breathing easier and not sneezing and blowing my nose as much.”

    ~ JANET L., YELP

  • “I have never done Acupuncture before, and I did not know what to expect. Dawna made the whole process so easy… My knee, foot and hip pain feel better today than yesterday.”

    ~ EARL Y., YELP

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First visit: $110 • Follow-ups: $80 • FSA/HSA accepted

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