About Lauren

Lauren Mendez, L.Ac., CMTPT is a CA and CO state licensed acupuncturist and is nationally certified in Oriental medicine through NCCAOM. Lauren has furthered her training in orthopedic acupuncture over the past 7 years through her continuing education. She is passionate about offering an effective, minimally invasive solution to common sports and overuse injuries to her patients. She also holds her certification in holistic nutrition through Bauman College. Lauren has a background in classical ballet and is an avid hiker and runner. She has been trained in Shiatsu, Tui Na, and Craniosacral Therapy and holds her advanced certification in Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy, also known as Dry Needling. Lauren loves human anatomy and offers an intuitive touch.

Licenses, Certificates & Continuing Education

Colorado State Licensed Acupuncturist - ACU.0002700

California State Board Licensed Acupuncturist - AC17766

Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, National Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Dry Needling Level 3 Certification - Myopain Seminars

Integrative Acupuncture Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - Anthony Von der Mull, L.Ac.

Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprenticeship - Whitfield Reaves, L.Ac.

California Massage Therapy Council - Certified Massage Therapist

CranioSacral Level 1 Certification - Upledger Institute

Nutrition Consultant Certification - Bauman College