Dr. Dawna Ara is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and a Registered Nurse dedicated to providing integrative, patient-centered care.

Her healthcare journey began in 2001 as a massage therapist, where she developed a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and hands-on healing. Inspired by her studies of Shiatsu and Tuina, she pursued advanced training in Chinese medicine and earned her Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 2009. She later completed advanced training in post-stroke rehabilitation at Tianjin University in China and earned her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science.

To further expand her clinical expertise, Dawna earned her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and gained experience as a Registered Nurse at UCHealth. Since 2016, she has worked extensively with veterans, helping address chronic pain, insomnia, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other complex health concerns.

Drawing from both Eastern and Western medicine, Dr. Ara utilizes acupuncture, dry needling, herbal medicine, nutritional therapy, and lifestyle medicine to help patients reduce pain, improve function, and achieve lasting wellness. While both acupuncture and dry needling use thin, sterile needles, dry needling specifically targets tight muscles and trigger points to relieve pain and restore mobility, whereas acupuncture addresses both local symptoms and whole-body health by supporting the body’s natural healing processes.

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My name is Ariel and I have lived in Colorado my whole life. I love staying active and being in nature. I worked for many years in healthcare but never felt fulfilled and like I was truly helping people.

Massage therapy kind of fell in my lap and is my new found passion! I love working with clients and helping them get their lives back. I’m a Licensed Massage Therapist with certifications in Neuromuscular Therapy and Trigger Point Therapy.

I specialize in relieving pain, restoring mobility, and helping clients achieve long-lasting results. I combine relaxation techniques with advanced skills in Neuromuscular and Trigger Point Therapy to reduce pain, release tension, and support overall well-being.

Looking forward to helping you heal and feel good again!

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When Juan Cheng was young, she often witnessed her dad using fire cupping to help her mom release pain and tension.

After arriving in the United States, Juan began to suffer from severe migraines and back pain due to enormous academic stress, a sedentary lifestyle, language barriers, and cultural issues. She tried many remedies, but none worked until I met a massage therapist who had learned acupuncture in China. She helped reduce my migraine and shoulder-neck pain issues, which stirred up my childhood memories and encouraged me to become a massage therapist.

Being a medical massage therapist, I’ve combined my medical knowledge and various manual therapy techniques to formulate a more effective, holistic approach to address a client’s specific needs. I understand human anatomy, physiology, and common medical conditions while maintaining high ethical standards and professionalism. I specialize in TMJ, Trigger Points, Cupping, Neuromuscular, and Integrative massage therapy. 

Qualifications and Education

Juan is a licensed Massage Therapist, and has also received her BS degree in Health Care Science at UCCS.

She’s currently enrolled at the Colorado Chinese Medicine University, where she’s learning additional healing modalities such as acupuncture, Tuina and Taichi.

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Dr. Nelson earned his Doctoral degree from Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, MN. He has also completed the necessary coursework and exams to be a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP), which allows him to treat the highest level of athletes. This has led him to work with Team USA athletes and travel with Team USA Wrestling as part of the Sports Medicine Staff since 2021. Also, team Chiropractor for the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC.

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Quantanique Williams Moore is a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) and Neuromuscular Therapist (NMT) dedicated to helping individuals recover, rebuild, and heal from the inside out. She believes that lasting wellness requires an intentional bridge between cognitive science, advanced physical bodywork, and nervous system alignment.

Before beginning her career as a therapist, Quantanique proudly served on active duty in the United States Air Force for 11 years. As a veteran, she intimately understands the heavy physical toll of high-stress environments, the long-term impact of hypervigilance, and the unique complexities of transitioning back to civilian life. She utilized her foundational coaching and leadership skills with her troops while serving—a mission of heart-centered service that continues to guide her clinical practice today.

Quantanique’s clinical expertise is deeply enhanced by her extensive background in human development and mental wellness. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, a Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and has spent years working as an educational paraprofessional with neurodiverse populations. Navigating the sensory and emotional needs of a neurodivergent family taught her the vital importance of deep patience, sensory safety, and intentional nervous system co-regulation—skills she weaves into her therapeutic sessions.

As a lifelong learner, Quantanique continuously expands her clinical toolbox to treat the whole person. Her advanced qualifications include:

Clinical Bodywork: Specializing in Neuromuscular Therapy, Thai Massage, and Integrative Techniques. She incorporates Cupping Therapy and Hot Stone Massage to relieve structural tension, improve circulation, and help clients safely drop their physical “armor.”

Coaching & Mental Wellness: Certified Transformational & Life Coach, Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach, and a Personal Trainer holding a Certificate in Integrative Health and Fitness. She is currently completing her Master’s Degree in Positive Psychology alongside an advanced specialty in Mental Wellness and emotional eating.

Holistic & Transition Support: Certified Holistic/Birth Doula, Certified Peristeam Facilitator, Certified Yoga Teacher, and Level 1 Reiki Practitioner, with foundational training in Pregnancy Loss Support and End-of-Life Doula care.

Whether working with a fellow veteran looking to relieve chronic tension and calm the nervous system, or individuals navigating complex physical transitions, Quantanique provides a safe, grounded, and highly customized clinical space designed to facilitate true transformation.

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