Classical medicine, modern care

Loki earned his Master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine (MTCM) in 2008, completed his Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (D.A.O.M.) from Five Branches University in 2017, and became a nationally certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine through the NCCAOM in 2018.

His primary treatment goals include anti-aging, optimal health, and pain management, along with addressing both internal and external medical conditions. Loki employs a holistic approach to patient care, integrating acupuncture, herbal medicine, functional medicine, peptide therapy, qi gong, massage, and exercise therapy to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Loki honed his acupuncture expertise in pain management in Santa Cruz, working with a team of doctors and specialists. He specializes in treating various conditions such as pain, hormone balancing, fertility issues, emotional disorders, addiction, cancer treatment side effects, and weight loss.

In addition to his acupuncture qualifications, Loki holds a Doctorate in Medical Qi Gong. He traveled to China in 2008 and became an anointed Daoist priest in 2010 within the 81st Daoist sect on Longhu (Dragon and Tiger) Mountain in Jiangxi Province. He is also dedicated to practicing Buddhist teachings from the Longchen Nyingtik lineage, which he incorporates into his daily routine to maintain balance in his physical and mental life.

Committed to lifelong learning, Loki continues to refine his skills with certifications in Functional Medicine and peptide therapy. He actively pursues the latest advancements in medical approaches, technology, and research to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Outside of his professional life, Loki finds joy and inspiration from his daughter Madeline, along with a love of surfing, the ocean, and the mountains, which enrich his life and well-being.

She earned her Master’s in Traditional Chinese Medicine (MTCM) from Five Branches University in 2019 and became a licensed acupuncturist (L.Ac.) with the California Acupuncture Board. During her time at Five Branches University, she also studied at Zhejiang University in Hangzhou, China under several masters. She then went on to complete her Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) degree from Pacific College of Health and Sciences in 2020. In 2021 she became a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.) from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).

Judy has studied both Chinese and Japanese medicine under advanced mentorship here in California. Her approach is gentle, subtle and thorough. Her work includes a focus on digestive conditions, sleep difficulties, neurological issues, prenatal care, and menopause. She has a natural love for supporting others through transitions and transformational times in life – addressing emotional balancing, approaching physical pain and trauma as a journey towards wellness, and embracing the power that these times of growth offer. She also recently completed training in Pacific College’s FACE program for cosmetic acupuncture (facial rejuvenation) and dermatology and looks forward to sharing this anti-aging care with her patients.

Outside of her professional life, Judy is a dedicated Buddhist practitioner which has helped her build a strong foundation of service in her life. She is also a mom to an adult daughter, loves to cook, meditate, travel and spend time observing nature.

She completed her Doctorate of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Five Branches University in Santa Cruz. Her practice is built on the philosophy that good health is a dynamic state of being, requiring a balance of clinical expertise, proper nourishment, and a deep connection to one’s environment.

With a background as a yoga teacher and a birth and postpartum doula, Barbara offers her patients a truly integrated experience. Barbara provides specialized care for women at every stage, with a particular focus on fertility and postpartum support. Her goal is to empower women to feel strong and supported as they transition into and through motherhood. Barbara provides hands-on, compassionate advocacy for families; she bridges the gap between clinical TCM treatments and real-world needs of the fourth trimester, ensuring her clients have the physical and emotional resources they need to thrive.

Barbara also works with athletes of all levels to optimize recovery, enhance physical performance, and manage acute or chronic injuries. She commonly uses multiple tools including acupuncture, trigger point therapy, herbal formulas and manual therapies like tui na (Chinese medical massage), and gua sha.

When she isn’t in the treatment room, Barbara is likely found embracing the active lifestyle she encourages for her patients. As a mother to an energetic 18-month-old, she finds her greatest joy in playing outdoors and exploring the world through his eyes. A true lover of the California landscape, Barbara is a regular in the Santa Cruz surf lineup and on hiking trails. Whether surfing, hiking, skiing, or tending to her garden, her connection to nature and the outdoors is a vital part of her own wellness ritual. A well-rounded, practice-what-you-preach energy is what she brings to every patient she treats.

Brent studied traditional Chinese medicine at Five Branches University where he completed over 3,200 hours of comprehensive clinical and theoretical training. During this time, Brent trained onsite at Zhejiang University in Hangzhou, China. Brent also holds an undergraduate degree from the University of California at San Diego in psychology. In 2008, Brent began his acupuncture career with the goal of helping his community find optimal health and wellness.

Over the past decade, Brent Dauphin has worked extensively in pain management, treating injured workers within the worker’s compensation system. Brent holds advanced certifications in sports medicine & orthopedics, and specializes in the use of Motor Point Acupuncture, sometimes referred to as dry needling. In addition to his acupuncture training, Brent is trained and certified in Tuina, a form of Chinese massage used in conjunction with acupuncture for treating pain. Brent is also trained in the use of class IV hot laser therapy with the K-Laser, which he includes at no additional charge with pain management acupuncture sessions. Brent utilizes herbal medicine and he creates his own topical liniments that can be applied to areas of injury. This serves to accelerate and ensure proper healing.

Brent specializes in using Chinese medicine to treat infertility and he is an ABORM certified practitioner (Acupuncture Board of Reproductive Medicine). In addition to Chinese medicine, Brent is certified through the Institute for Functional Medicine as a functional medicine practitioner. As a certified functional medicine practitioner, he is trained to identify and treat the root causes of chronic disease.

Brent places a lot of effort on achieving and maintaining optimal wellness for each patient. Surfing has been a high-level focus for Brent over three decades. He always looks for proven strategies of staying strong and healthy for himself and he brings this focus on living healthy to his patients. In addition to treating pain management and infertility, Brent enjoys treating conditions such as autoimmunity, digestive health issues, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Every patient is unique and requires a comprehensive holistic approach to achieve optimal health.