Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine · Parker, CO

Common sense medicine for a body in balance.

Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on achieving health and well-being through the cultivation of harmony within our bodies. Tara Heinrich, L.Ac., combines acupuncture, medical massage and Chinese sports medicine into one treatment built around your pattern of imbalance — not a protocol.

  • CO State Licensed
  • NCCAOM Diplomate
  • Massage Licensed Since 1999
A calm, warm-lit treatment room where an unhurried acupuncture and bodywork session is under way
1999 Licensed sinceHands-on in Colorado bodywork
Colorado State Licensed Acupuncturist NCCAOM Diplomate of Acupuncture M.S. — Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine Member, Acupuncture Association of Colorado Chinese Sports Medicine Specialist

Why patients choose this clinic

Three things that make treatment here different

No packages you don't need. No mystery. Just a clear read on what's out of balance and a practical plan to bring it back.

Three modalities, one visit

Acupuncture, medical massage and Chinese sports medicine aren't sold to you separately — Tara draws on all three in the same session, using whichever the tissue actually needs that day.

You leave understanding why

Every point, every technique gets explained. Patients consistently say they feel valued and involved in their own healing rather than talked at — that's the common-sense part.

Root cause, not just symptoms

Treatment targets the underlying pattern of disharmony while also relieving what hurts today — so relief holds instead of resetting every week.

What we offer

Ancient methods, applied with modern precision

Traditional Chinese Medicine offers a range of natural healing methods that have been used effectively — without harmful side effects — for thousands of years.

Core treatment Sterile single-use acupuncture needles positioned along the spine of a relaxed patient

Acupuncture

A safe, effective, chemical-free way to promote the body's self-healing abilities through the restoration of balance and blood flow — treating the root of an issue, not just the surface.

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Hands-on Therapist performing focused medical massage on a patient's shoulder and upper back

Medical Massage & Tui Na

Neuromuscular Therapy, Chinese Sports Medicine and Tui Na used to rehabilitate an injured area or muscle — also available as a stand-alone therapeutic massage.

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Whole-system Amber apothecary bottle and dried Chinese herbal remedies arranged on a wooden table

Health Coaching & Herbs

Specific food choices, Chinese herbal remedies and realistic lifestyle changes — the piece that keeps results from unravelling between appointments.

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In their own words

Patients who came in skeptical

Real reviews from people treated at the clinic in Parker.

“I was in so much pain!”

I was in so much pain from a muscle pull. I've been seeing Tara for 3 weeks. She has amazing knowledge of muscle/nerve issues. She has almost cured my aches and muscle pull with acupuncture, deep massage, and oils. I will always go to Tara.
Susan N.Muscle pull & chronic aches

“Treating all of me”

Tara is my most valued resource for my health. I trust she is looking out for my best interests. I was skeptical about acupuncture until she treated me a year ago and helped me quit smoking with ease. I've since gone to her for other health problems and have been met with compassion, knowledge and treatment that has helped with my ailments.
Trisha D.Smoking cessation & general health

“Newbie”

Tara has a holistic approach and teaches me about what and why she is doing what she does and I feel valued and involved in my healing. As a former personal trainer I know a lot about the human body and yet on my own I could never ease the pain alone. Tara is now part of my team.
Tom M.Chronic pain
A practitioner's hands gently supporting a patient's hand during a calm consultation
1999Colorado massage therapy license held since

Meet your practitioner

Tara Heinrich, L.Ac., Dipl.Ac.

Tara is a Colorado State Licensed, Nationally Certified and Recognized Diplomate of Acupuncture by the NCCAOM, and a member of the Acupuncture Association of Colorado.

She holds a Master's Degree from the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine and has held a Colorado Massage Therapy License since 1999. Through her use of acupuncture, massage therapy and specialization in Chinese sports medicine, Tara provides a balanced, safe and positive experience by combining the best of Eastern and Western bodywork.

  • Treatment tailored to your pattern of imbalance, lifestyle and needs
  • Eastern diagnostics paired with Western anatomy and rehab knowledge
  • Cost-effective care for clients of all walks of life

Ready when you are

Let's find out what's actually out of balance.

Your first visit is 90 minutes — a real conversation before a single needle, then a treatment built around what we find. Call the clinic or send a message and Tara will get back to you personally.

18425 Pony Express Dr, Suite 201C, Parker, CO 80134 · Read what to expect