Welcome to AcuWest Acupuncture Acupuncture!
My name is Dr. Julie Colton, and I am an experienced licensed acupuncturist who combines evidence-informed techniques with compassionate, individualized care to help you reduce pain, manage stress, and restore everyday balance within the scope of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). My goal is to create a safe, respectful space where I listen closely to your needs and build a practical plan that fits your life.
What I offer at AcuWest Acupuncture are personalized acupuncture treatments for pain relief, anxiety & stress, insomnia, migraines, digestive concerns, menstrual and fertility support, as well as a variety of other conditions. I also offer complementary therapies that include Chinese herbal medicine, cupping, moxibustion, electro-acupuncture, tuning fork-based acupressure (also known as Acutonics), Reiki, therapeutic bodywork called Tui Na, as well as Yin Yoga and Pilates-based therapy sessions. To find out more about Acupuncture, what it treats, as well as the other services offered at AcuWest Acupuncture, please click on the section ‘Our Services."
What To Expect Before Your First Visit
After you book an appointment online, via email, or by phone, you will receive an online form via email that asks about your health concerns, medications you are taking, medical history, insurance information, and basic contact info. A HIPAA-compliant confidentiality form will also be sent to you.
Please fill out these forms before your session so I can attend to your healthcare needs more thoroughly. We would appreciate it.
Insurance & Payment Policy
We are an out-of-network provider and do not directly bill or accept health insurance. However, we are happy to provide you with a superbill—an itemized receipt with the necessary diagnostic and procedure codes—that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.
We strongly recommend contacting your insurance provider 2 days before your first appointment to ask these questions:
1. Does my plan cover acupuncture or out-of-network services?
2. What is my deductible, and have I met it?
3. Do I need a referral or pre-authorization from a primary care physician?
4. What percentage or dollar amount does my plan reimburse for out-of- network acupuncture?
What To Expect At Your Initial Visit
A detailed intake will be taken where questions will be asked to review your health history and future goals. I will also perform a brief physical examination, including a tongue and pulse diagnosis and the corresponding meridians involved. This process will take about 30 minutes. A comprehensive treatment that addresses the body as a whole and also involves treatment for the main health concern will be done. This treatment session typically lasts 45–60 minutes. Aftercare guidance, realistic timelines, and options for ongoing treatments or referrals will also be given.
Announcement
Greetings! Enjoy Our Fall 2026 Community Welcome of 20% Off Of Our Initial Acupuncture Services!