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Ascend Acupuncture
Holistic, natural services for general health, fertility, menopause & hormonal support, nutrition & weight management. Having existed for over 3,000 years, Acupuncture has stood the test of time. Health is viewed from a broad holistic perspective rooted in nature. Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine are capable of standing alone or can be integrated with other Western Medicine therapies.

Acupuncture provides gentle and personalized therapy in a relaxed and nurturing setting designed to bring balance and promote healing; allowing the body to heal itself. Research proves that acupuncture is effective for pain relief, improving immunity, and regulating hormones and the nervous system, and offers natural, non-toxic medicine with little to no side effects.
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Acupuncture provides gentle and personalized therapy in a relaxed and nurturing setting designed to bring balance and promote healing. It allows the body to heal itself. It can also stimulate nerves, increase blood circulation, relieve muscle spasms, reduce inflammation, and stimulate the immune system.
Dawn Wafer is a licensed and board certified Acupuncturist through the State of California. She received her training and Masters degree at Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine. She has 27 years combined in the fields of health wellness and athletics. Prior to becoming an Acupuncturist she was a certified Gymnastics coach and horse trainer.
Let's face it we all love to eat, right? With so much confusion about what is good for us, I can guide and teach you how to eat for your individual body and constitution type. I combine both western and eastern theory and science to your dietary needs. You are as unique on the inside as you are on the outside.
Facial regeneration combines photon light, radio waves, microcurrent, and the wisdom of Chinese Medicine. By using specific acupuncture points on the face, neck and body, meridian points are stimulated by radio wave technology. Radio waves work on a very simple principle: a high frequency microcurrent is generated which penetrates the skin, and moves water molecules.
Thank you for choosing me as your Acupuncturist and allowing me to be your partner on your journey to good health. As your partner, I will guide you to the best of my abilities and experience, and will treat you as an individual with specific, unique needs and challenges. We will take each step together, one at a time.
Reviews (9)
Jas C.
Jas C.
Sep 08, 2021
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I would give Dawn 10 stars if I could. Dawn has been treating me for almost a year now, and she has really changed my life in a positive way.

When I had initially started to see her, one of the things that I had shared with her was that I was trying to get pregnant and had been unsuccessful. Shortly after my first couple of treatments of herbal teas, diet, and acupuncture, I was happy to share with him that I became pregnant. I have continued to see Dawn throughout my entire pregnancy and it has been extremely beneficial. I delivered my daughter last month and had a smooth pregnancy and a
Drew H.
Drew H.
Aug 01, 2020
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I have the utmost respect for Dawn and her clinic! A year ago I could hardly walk and now I'm ready to start riding my bicycle! Dawn can find the solution to create the cure! Acupuncture and herbs done right!
D. D.
D. D.
May 11, 2020
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I dropped this to 00000 stars because I intended to dispute some of her overbilling per her insurance contract, but then she fraudulently charged my card without authorization. Stay away!
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This is a mixed review. As a clinician, she's top notch. Though I can't say that I got better, I understand my problem better and am tackling it with different practitioners. Personally, I don't really "believe" in chi, but I love the feel of the needle in my muscle, especially with an electric charge. My lower star rating comes from her billing practices
Darrell C.
Darrell C.
Nov 19, 2018
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Dawn and her staff at Ascend are awesome. Ascend was not my first experience with Acupuncture, but it was by far my best. Dawn is great at focusing in on your treatment. She has helped me with less pain and improved range of motion. I highly recommend her.
Katie H.
Katie H.
Mar 21, 2018
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I have attempted to write a review for Dawn in the past, but have never submitted because there just aren't words to describe her.

As a clinician in western medicine, I have always had an appreciation for "alternative" or eastern philosophy, but was not a believer. Acupuncture was something I prescribed patients as a last resort.

I've since come to find it a crucial component in the healing process for any patient with chronic pain, acute injuries, fertility, and a slew of other ailments.

I have been going to Dawn for migraine headaches for over 2 years, including my 10
Courtney T.
Courtney T.
Mar 22, 2017
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I had fallen on a Monday and jammed up my shoulder. I had never had a shoulder injury before so I didn't know what to expect. But man was it painful. As a Massage Therapist, if I don't work, I don't make any money, so I knew I had to get back to work asap. I called Dawn up on the day it happened, the soonest she could see me was the VERY next day! So grateful for her flexibility...
In any case she assessed me with a thorough intake process which I appreciated because even though I came in with a specific issue she helped me realize I had other underlying issues that were present
Linda A.
Linda A.
Jun 04, 2016
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Dawn has literally saved my massage practice by relieving me of tendinitis as a result of over use in the last two years. She is knowledgable, thoughtful, compassionate and down to earth.
I recommend all my clients that need acupuncture to her. She is a true healer.
Meme T.
Meme T.
Feb 21, 2016
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Dawn is very cool and calm and really soothing to the mind and body. She knows what she's doing and genuinely wants to help improve your well being. I can't wait to go back.
Katherine T.
Katherine T.
Jun 12, 2014
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Dawn is fantastic. This was my first foray into acupuncture, so I was a little nervous. She takes the time to really listen. I love that she is always thinking about how she can better treat me~ her knowledge base is amazing but she is always looking to grow. On more than one occasion I have shown up for an appointment and she tells me about the research or consultation she's done to see what she could be doing different to find the right balance in my treatment. I highly recommend giving Dawn a call.