Meet Our Practitioners
Mary Saunders, LAc
Mary has been a practitioner of acupuncture and Oriental medicine for over 20 years. She is a Diplomate in Acupuncture (NCCAOM), a Licensed Acupuncturist in Colorado, and is trained in the Hakomi method of body-centered psychotherapy. Mary has also completed Designs For Health's Professional Enhancement Course for Nutritionists.
Ms. Saunders brings a lifelong interest and intensive study of dietary therapy, nutrition, psychology, and meditation to her patients. She uses simple and effective programs that reduce metabolic stress and encourage the body’s natural ability to heal. Chinese herbal medicines and other supplements may be recommended to complete each patient’s care.
Education is an important part of Mary’s experience in the acupuncture profession. She has worked at Southwest Acupuncture College in both Santa Fe and Boulder in many capacities since the 1980’s. Mary was the Director for several years when the Boulder campus was opened, and most recently, was a clinical superivsor.
Mary co-founded the Community Acupuncture Clinic in Boulder in September 2004. It was the second of now many acupuncture clinics using this model throughout the United States. Thanks to the effectiveness of this ancient medicine and the generosity of the community, the clinic was a great success. In March, 2009, Mary founded Boulder Community Acupuncture in North Boulder, expanding the hours of operation and the services offered to better serve the community.
She lives in Boulder with her husband, Whitfield Reaves, and their son, Martin. Whitfield is the author of The Acupuncture Handbook of Sports Injuries and Pain. Martin is a professional slalom skateboard racer, finishing second in World Cup points in 2009. He is a sophmore at Montana State University, in Bozeman, where he is majoring in mechanical engineering.
Cyndy Lakowske, LAc
Cyndy received a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Stanford University in 1984 and began her career as a scientific researcher. In 2008 she earned her Master's degree in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College. She also completed an internship program of study at the Heilongjong University of Chinese Medicine in Harbin, China. While a student, Cyndy was awarded the Golden Flower Scholarship for Excellence in herbal studies. Her postgraduate work also includes a sports medicine acupuncture apprenticeship with Whitfield Reaves, LAc.
Cyndy is a Licensed Acupuncturist in Colorado and has a Diplomate in Oriental Medicine from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture (NCCAOM). Her special interests include stress related ailments, sports injury, and gynecology.
Cyndy lives in Boulder, Colorado with her husband and their teenage son and daughter. In addition to her practice of acupuncture, Cyndy teaches mind-body healing as a Nia instructor and is certified as a Black Belt Instructor.
"I began my career as a scientific researcher exploring methods of non-invasive blood glucose measurement and have always had a passion for understanding the physical and energetic basis for health. My study of traditional Chinese medicine is augmented and influenced by years of studying physics, chemistry and engineering. For the last 20 years, I have been a teacher of fitness and wellness and have worked with people struggling with all types of discomfort and illness. I have come to appreciate the unique needs of each person and the power of the body to heal itself when given the right guidance."
Jennifer Wyler, LAc
Jennifer received a Bachelor’s degree in Music Production & Engineering in 1994, with voice being her principal instrument. She spent the next 10 years working as a senior audio engineer for Sony Music Studios in NYC before beginning her training in Oriental medicine.
Jennifer is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Colorado, and is NCCAOM certified in both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology. She received her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, Colorado. Jen also completed a program of study in acupuncture and internal medicine at the China-Japan Friendship Hospital in Beijing, China. Her special interests include stress reduction, fatigue, breast cancer survivor support, and Oriental medicine for children.
Since moving to Boulder in 2004, Jennifer continues to fulfill her passion for music by teaching piano and violin. She is an avid snowboarder, loves to sing, and enjoys photography.
“I became passionate about community style acupuncture when I discovered how many individuals across America, due to financial limitations, are unable to receive the healthcare they desperately need. Acupuncture doesn't need to be expensive to be effective. In order to get one’s health back in balance, consistent weekly treatments are often needed. Boulder Community Acupuncture strives to make this possible for everyone by offering a rate that works for you and your situation. I am deeply committed to helping people heal physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually in a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment.”
For more information about Jennifer, see her website: Affordable Wellness Acupuncture.
For appointments with Jennifer, please call the clinic at (303) 443-3034.
Denise Iten, Certified Rolfer
Denise was born and raised in Switzerland and has always been interested in the human body and movement. In 1998, she began her training in Spiraldynamik®, a body movement and therapy concept offering a new body image and awareness. Denise studied both Shiatsu and Massage in Zurich, Switzerland and then attended the European Rolfing® Institute in Munich, Germany. She went on to complete the Advanced Studies at the Rolf Institute in Boulder, CO, where she graduated in 2008 as a Certified Rolfer ™ and Rolf Movement Practitioner™.
Both her studies in bodywork and her love of movement through dance and yoga have led Denise to a deeper understanding of how the two work together to create health.
Denise lives with her husband, William, in Boulder, where she enjoys yoga and dance and spending time outdoors.
For more information about Denise, please go to her website: Boulder Posture Improvement.
For appointments with Denise, please call (720)206-6383
Tanya Rose, LAc
Tanya is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Colorado, and is NCCAOM certified in both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology. She earned a Master's of Science degree in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, Colorado. After graduation, Tanya earned a post-graduate diploma for her advanced studies and internship in Chinese herbal medicine in Beijing, China.
Additionally, Tanya is a certified cosmetic acupuncturist, certified Acutonics practitioner, Tibetan singing bowl teacher, Reiki Master and teacher, and Karuna Reiki Master.
Tanya resides in the Boulder area with her husband, baby girl, and two dogs. She enjoys relaxing with her family and exploring the Colorado outdoors.
For more information about Tanya, please go to her website: www.roseom.com
For appointments with Tanya, please call 303-875-2896.
