Acupuncturist Lakewood
Erik Johnson, MSTCM L.Ac., BD, DNM
Erik is originally from Santa Fe, New Mexico, but came to Colorado in the year 2000 to get his BSBA in Hospitality Management from the University of Denver. He received his Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine (known today as the Colorado Chinese Medicine University), and is trained in acupuncture and related modalities, tui na (physiotherapy/therapeutic massage), and Chinese herbal medicine. He is a nationally certified Auricular Therapist (CAT) and Biofeedback Practitioner (CBP) and finished his doctorate program at the Institute for Bioenergetic Medicine (IBEM) in Bioenergetic Medicine (BD) and Natural Medicine (DNM). He is also an instructor at IBEM, teaching students about basic auricular medicine (ear acupuncture), acupuncture, Ryodoraku electroacupuncture, and voll technology.
Erik has successfully used acupuncture and Chinese Medicine to treat a wide range of conditions, but specializes in musculo-skeletal pain, digestive disorders, auto-immune conditions, sleep disorders, and stress management. He uses a wide range of modalities (acupuncture, Chinese herbs, moxibustion, fire cupping, electro-stimulation, injection therapy, laser acupuncture, and auricular/ear therapy) in his practice to achieve an individualized approach to treating each patient.
Outside of the office, Erik is an avid traveler and enjoys scuba diving, mountain biking, skiing, and mountaineering – having climbed three of the top Seven Summits in the world. He is happiest when spending time with his family and friends, and managing his twenty honey bee hives in the greater Denver area.
Megan Miller, D.Ac., L.Ac., Dipl. Ac
Megan’s story is unique, beginning her career as an engineer for nearly two decades. While she took pride in her work in the aerospace industry, she felt a persistent desire for a more gratifying profession. After sustaining a long term running injury, Megan discovered the world of healing through acupuncture. She was fascinated by the effectiveness of the gentle treatments that gave her quick results and longstanding relief from her chronic hip pain. Combining her systematic engineering approach and eagerness to help others, she made the decision to completely change her career focus and attend the Colorado Chinese Medicine University, where she obtained her Master’s Degree in Acupuncture. She continued her education and received her Doctorate of Acupuncture from the Pacific College of Health and Science. Today, she serves as a Nationally Board Certified Acupuncturist, committed to empowering her patients to take control of their own health and help educate them so that they can live healthier, pain-free lives.
Megan grew up near Annapolis, Maryland where her early academic pursuits led her to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. Her engineering career led her to Colorado in 2005, which she has proudly called home ever since. Megan has also earned a Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering from the University of Colorado, which helped her succeed in her field. Megan has enjoyed living in Colorado for almost 20 years, and when she’s not working, you can find her hiking or skiing in the mountains, going to concerts with her friends, or traveling.
Committed to promoting a holistic approach to well-being, Megan advocates for a balanced lifestyle encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health. She enjoys working with sport’s injuries and other musculoskeletal conditions, women’s health, gastrointestinal issues, and emotional balancing. Megan’s journey has shaped her commitment to empowering individuals to embrace wellness, making a positive impact on the lives of those she touches through her work.
Shannon L Stevens MSTCM L.Ac., CFMP
Shannon began her journey in alternative health care over 25 years ago through the need to heal herself. Like so many of us, she was unsatisfied with the care given her in conventional western doctor’s offices. Determined to find a higher quality of life, she tried acupuncture and was immediately enthused. Dedication to healing through the principals of the Oriental medical system given her in one of the country’s leading OM clinics not only put her on the road to health, but offered insight into what it truly means to be healthy.
Fueled by these life altering results, Shannon changed careers, earning her Master’s degree in Oriental Medicine and Acupuncturist’s license in 2012, and has maintained an established private practice for the past 13 years. Her passion to grow in the field has led her to further her education by additionally completing a an apprenticeship with a master in the field of Sports medicine & Orthopedic Acupuncture in 2014, as well as becoming certified in Functional Medicine in 2022. She enjoys working with all health challenges, especially sports injuries, gastro- intestinal issues, stress & anxiety, and sleep issues.
When working with patients, Shannon’s approach is rooted in her personal experience, propelled by compassion for the unique condition in every individual, and driven by her desire to share the healing possible for the mind, body, and spirit, through acupuncture, Oriental medicine and Functional Medicine.
Shannon is originally from the Southeastern US, and after living in 8 states, has made Colorado her home. Having lived in the greater Denver area for 20 years, Shannon loves all things Colorado, especially the outdoors. In her free time she indulges in rock climbing, hiking, cycling, or just meandering on a trail bird watching.
Zach Young, MSTCM L.Ac.
Originally from Michigan, Zach is a graduate of Western Michigan University where he earned his Bachelors in Business Management. Having struggled with his own digestive issues and not finding resolution with standard Allopathic (Western) Medicine treatment, Zach stumbled into Traditional Chinese Medicine while attending a seminar. Exploring the medicine more and finding relief from the digestive issues through TCM, Zach knew he wanted to learn this medicine and similarly, provide others an alternative treatment option.
Moving to Colorado in 2018, Zach attended the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine (today known as Colorado Chinese Medicine University) where he earned his Masters of Acupuncture with a Specialization in Chinese Herbal Medicine. While successfully working with a wide range of conditions, Zach specifically enjoys working with acute and chronic pain, digestive disorders and psycho-emotional disorders such as anxiety, depression or stress.
Outside of the office, Zach enjoys cooking and spending his time outdoors with his girlfriend and Australian Shepherd; backpacking, rock climbing and snowshoeing.