Business Details
Your Trusted Acupuncture & Functional Medicine Partner in Fort Collins
Balanced Thistle is a Fort Collins-based acupuncture clinic specializing in women's health, fertility, and menopause support. Founded by a team of licensed acupuncturists and functional medicine practitioners, we combine ancient Chinese medicine techniques with modern evidence-based approaches to address holistic health and beauty needs. Our services include traditional acupuncture, functional medicine lab testing, holistic facials, and yoni steaming, all designed to promote natural healing and wellness. With over a decade of combined experience, our practitioners have advanced training in treating conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, hormonal imbalances, and stress-related disorders.We prioritize personalized care plans tailored to individual health goals while maintaining a commitment to clean, injection-free beauty treatments. Our team has trained extensively in the U.S. and internationally to bring specialized techniques like facial acupuncture, gua sha, and microchanneling to Northern Colorado. We emphasize transparency in treatment approaches and collaborate closely with patients to achieve sustainable health outcomes through natural methods.
Services
Traditional Acupuncture
Functional Medicine Labs
Holistic Facials
Yoni Steaming
Facial Acupuncture
Gua Sha Therapy
Cupping Therapy
Herbal Medicine
Moxibustion
Nutritional Counseling
Highlights and features
- We combine 10+ years of acupuncture experience with functional medicine expertise
- Our practitioners have advanced training in women's health from accredited institutions
- We offer lab-based diagnostics to identify root causes of health concerns
- Our beauty services use clean, injection-free methods developed through global training
- We provide customized treatment plans integrating traditional Chinese medicine and modern science
Services
Traditional Acupuncture
Ancient Chinese medicine technique using hair-thin needles to stimulate energy flow and promote healing. Our practitioners combine this with modern diagnostics to treat pain, stress, hormonal imbalances, and chronic conditions. Patients experience deep relaxation as treatments activate the body's natural healing processes through targeted meridian stimulation.
Functional Medicine Labs
Comprehensive hormone panels and metabolic testing identify root causes of health issues. We analyze biomarkers through blood and urine samples to create personalized treatment plans addressing hormonal imbalances, thyroid function, and metabolic health. Results guide targeted interventions using nutrition, supplements, and herbal medicine.
Holistic Facials
Non-invasive treatments combining gua sha, cupping, and facial acupuncture to improve skin health. These techniques increase circulation, reduce tension, and stimulate collagen production. Our clean beauty approach uses herbal skincare products to enhance natural radiance without synthetic fillers or toxins.
Yoni Steaming
Customized herbal steam treatments address gynecological health concerns. Certified practitioners create personalized herbal blends to support postpartum recovery, menstrual cycle regulation, and vaginal health. The therapy promotes circulation and tissue healing through carefully controlled steam application in private treatment rooms.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulations complement acupuncture treatments for deeper healing. Our practitioners prescribe therapeutic doses of traditional Chinese herbs to address specific imbalances between appointments. These natural remedies work synergistically with other therapies to support long-term wellness and symptom management.
People
Sara Bates
Acupuncturist
Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine since 2012. Specializes in women's health and pregnancy support with doula certification. Combines Chinese medicine principles with modern techniques for treating hormonal imbalances and fertility concerns.
Brooke Wells Recchia
Acupuncturist
Masters in Oriental Medicine with expertise in psychological acupuncture and women's health. Combines acupuncture, herbal medicine, and functional nutrition to address hormonal imbalances. Personal experience with fertility challenges informs compassionate patient care approaches.
Dr. Meghan Gray
Doctor of Acupuncture
Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine with advanced training in pulse diagnosis. Specializes in mental wellness, autoimmune conditions, and cosmetic concerns. Combines nutritional therapy with traditional Chinese medicine for comprehensive treatment plans.
Mackensie Hall
Holistic Esthetician
Specializes in traditional Chinese medicine-based facials using gua sha and cupping techniques. Integrates holistic health principles with skincare to improve skin health through non-invasive methods and customized treatment plans.
Kandi Jo Arnold
Aesthetics Trainer
Lead trainer for facial gua sha techniques with advanced training in traditional Chinese cosmetic methods. Specializes in lymphatic massage and reflexology for beauty treatments. Develops training programs for holistic facial techniques used throughout the clinic.
Questions
What services does Balanced Thistle offer?
We provide acupuncture, functional medicine lab testing, holistic facials, yoni steaming, and traditional Chinese medicine therapies for women's health and wellness.
Do you accept insurance?
We don't accept insurance directly but can provide itemized receipts for potential reimbursement.
Are your practitioners licensed?
All our acupuncturists hold active Colorado licenses and have advanced training in women's health.
What beauty treatments are available?
We offer facial acupuncture, gua sha, cupping facials, and sculpting treatments using clean, non-invasive techniques.
How do I book an appointment?
You can schedule online through our website or call us directly at (970) 658-5777.
