Debra Kuhn, L. Ac., Dipl. OM, FABORM
Botanica Owner, Acupuncturist & Herbalist
Debra Kuhn, L. Ac., Dipl. OM is a board certified and licensed acupuncturist/herbalist in Colorado and California, a nationally recognized Diplomate in Oriental Medicine, and a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. She is a magna cum laude graduate of New York University and a cum laude graduate of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine where she trained in both Western and Eastern Medicine.
Debra's inspiration to learn and practice Chinese Medicine grew out of her personal belief that every human actively influences his or her own health physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Her internal medicine treatments work to alleviate physical symptoms as well as the underlying root of each disorder.
Debra’s practice consists of acupuncture, acupressure, massage, herbal and nutritional therapies, as well as lifestyle counseling including stress reduction and breathing exercises. She is Clean Needle Technique Certified and has done rotations with multiple hospitals in Southern California including Rady Children's Hospital and San Diego Hospice Acute Care Center. Additionally, she has been interviewed by SELF, Woman's World, First For Women, and Vegetarian Times for her expert advice in natural healthcare.
Debra opened Botanica Wellness Sanctuary to offer Denver a true full-scale wellness center equipped with the best health practitioners possible. She invites you to experience the benefits of Botanica and assures the utmost level of care for all of your needs.
Nichole Freeman, D.C.
Botanica Chiropractor
Dr. Nichole Freeman is a graduate of Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas and is board certified and licensed in Colorado. She completed post-graduate education in Public Health, Woman’s/Pediatric care and Functional Neurology and is Webster-Technique Certified. She previously received a Bachelor in Science degree in Public Health from the University of Kansas. Prior to pursuing chiropractic education, she was a counselor in several medical research studies involving both addictions and cancer patients at the Kansas Medical Center. She ultimately pursued chiropractic studies due to personal experience with injuries and chronic pain. Dr. Freeman studied chiropractic techniques which address many ailments including back and joint pain, disc problems, fibromyalgia, PMS, infertility, cerebral palsy, chronic fatigue syndrome, migraines, asthma, allergies, and ADHD.
Dr. Freeman possesses a strong passion and understanding of biomechanics and its vital influence on holistic health. She utilizes multiple chiropractic techniques combined with personalized nutritional counseling, myofascial techniques, and rehabilitation programs. As a results-driven doctor, she puts each patient’s best interest first and understands that patients have different goals and motivations for seeking care. After a brief consultation and thorough exam, she will develop a treatment plan based upon each patient’s personal needs. Dr. Freeman welcomes the opportunity to help you and your loved ones address physical problems and improve quality of life.
Tim Price, D.C.
Botanica Chiropractor
Dr. Price is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange Florida and is a licensed Chiropractor in his native state of Colorado. Specializing in musculoskeletal issues Dr. Price has completed post graduate education in The Neuromechanical System, a comprehensive technique integrating the neurological and mechanical systems using low force impulse adjusting. Additionally, Dr. Price has partnered with Neuroscience, a company focused on improving health through hormone and neurotransmitter testing to help diagnose chemical imbalances that cause issues such as insomnia, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and many other ailments and determine appropriate supplementation to assist with these conditions.
Dr. Price specializes in several techniques including, Diversified, Thompson, Gonstead, activator protocol, as well as Impulse low-force, non-rotational adjusting for those who prefer an alternate method of experiencing adjustments. The Impulse adjusting is perfect for the client who has reservations about rotational thrusting and the audible sounds associated with it.
As an avid athlete including triathlon, whitewater kayaking, adventure racing, golf, and skiing he has a wealth of information and experience in sports and training, which has brought him great success in working on and training athletes. Dr. Price also offers personal nutritional cleansing programs focused on detox/cleansing the body for improved health and weight loss. He offers free nutritional counseling and body analysis to determine which program is best to suit his clients needs. Dr Price is excited to join the Botanica team!
Jessica Graves, M.A., L.P.C., B.C.I.A.C.
Botanica Biofeedback Therapist and Psychotherapist
Jessica holds a Master of Arts degree in Community Counseling from the University of Northern Colorado, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Colorado. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and French from Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, where she graduated magna cum laude. She is a Certified Biofeedback Therapist (BCIA-C), and has been working in the biofeedback field for almost 15 years. She completed a Biofeedback Apprenticeship at the Center for InnerChange in Denver, where she worked for three years treating individuals with head injury, sensory integration difficulties, depression, and anxiety. She has given numerous presentations on biofeedback and psychophysiology at conferences in California, Nevada and Colorado.
Jessica is also trained in psychometric testing, and administers psychological and neuropsychological test batteries as needed for psychologists in the Denver metro area. She is a member of the American Counseling Association and the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback.
Jessica specializes in cognitive and behavioral evaluations and interventions for myofascial pain, repetitive motion injuries, tension and migraine headaches, closed head injury, insomnia, anxiety, depression and difficulty coping with stressful life events such as job loss, loss of a loved one, and divorce. She combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness and biofeedback to offer thoughtful, present-centered, and goal-oriented care to each individual in a safe, comfortable environment. She believes, and has received consistent feedback from her clients, that the use of self-regulation and awareness through attention to our physical bodies, thoughts, emotions, behaviors and even our spiritual nature not only addresses a specific concern, but also improves our well-being and quality of life in general.
Katey Parsons, MED, LPC, NCC
Botanica Counselor
Katey Parsons is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Colorado as well as
a Nationally Certified Counselor. She earned her Master of Education and Counseling
Psychology from the University of Missouri in Columbia after obtaining her
undergraduate degree in psychology at Missouri State University in Springfield,
Missouri. As an undergrad at MSU she also participated all four years as a member of
the Cross Country and Track team.
Katey has been working in the mental health field for over ten years and has worked
with young children, adolescents, and adults; clients with serious mental health issues;
and culturally diverse clients. Currently she serves adult/young adult clients with issues
relating to anxiety, depression, and trauma. She works predominantly from a Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (CBT) perspective and is also trained in Eye Movement
Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR). CBT has proven to be effective in
working with clients struggling with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders,
and substance abuse disorders while EMDR can be an effective treatment for clients
suffering from trauma, anxiety disorders, panic disorders, disturbing memories, post
traumatic stress and many other emotional problems. Individual client variables may
also call for techniques from other forms of therapy be integrated into treatment as well.
As a college athlete and in the years following her athletic success, Katey realized the
important link between a healthy mind and a healthy body. She has seen first hand how
exercise and nutrition can greatly impact moods and anxiety and she has witnessed in
clients the impact mental health can have on one’s physical health, body sensations,
and pain regulation. Clients who suffer from anxiety and/or trauma many times
experience physical pain or frequent discomfort in parts of their body. Along with CBT
and EMDR, a variety of relaxation techniques and meditations can often reduce, if not
eliminate, these physical symptoms. Katey is excited to be a part of the clinical team at
Botanica Wellness Sanctuary so that she can also offer alternative forms of therapy for
clients working through deep seeded issues that may indicate a more holistic approach
to treatment.
Erica Viggiano LCSW, CACIII, RYT, RD
Erica has been using mindfulness-based approaches to help people develop healthy relationships with body, mind and food for over 20 years. Her journey as a clinical nutritionist led her toward integrative work as a psychotherapist, yoga teacher, addictions counselor and mind body health coach. Erica studied clinical nutrition at the University of Connecticut, became a certified fitness instructor with the American College of Sports Medicine and soon after sought her Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work at Smith College. Erica’s career path and multidisciplinary training is largely a response to listening to her clients and discovering the integrated level of support they have needed beyond conventional western treatment modalities. Since the start of her career in 1987 she has seen the research base for complementary and alternative healing choices grow and become more accessible and available to clients. She is thrilled to be a part of the team at Botanica Wellness team of skilled practitioners providing integrated western and alternative care. Erica believes that all individuals hold profound healing potential within their own body and mind. The process of healing and growth involves uncovering the pathway back to this source within each of us. She is honored to be a partner and guide with her clients as they discover new ways to take care of themselves and live life with ease and joy.
Erica has been full time faculty at the University of Colorado Medical School and Metropolitan State College of Denver where she developed innovative treatment programs for youth and families. She has worked with adults, adolescents and families in medical, inpatient, outpatient and home/community based settings. She continues to guest speak in academic and community settings and trains other professionals throughout the country in various treatment modalities.
Through Integrative Life Services she uses western and mindfulness based approaches to help adults, adolescents and families find rich and balanced ways to live. Erica’s practice includes, general psychotherapy, mindfulness and yoga based psychotherapy, addictions counseling, life coaching and mindful eating coaching. She is available for private or group yoga instruction and teaches public classes at Pearl Street Yoga. She also facilitates a monthly “Mindful Eating- Mindful Yoga” workshop monthly at pearl street yoga Please see the services page in this website or visit www.integrativelife.net for more information about Erica’s services and approach.
Jan Taylor, CMT, Reiki Master, Reflexologist
Jan Taylor, CMT, Reiki Master offers a variety of nurturing and therapeutic Bodywork and Energy techniques. Jan has been offering Reiki since 1994 and has been a Reiki Master in 1998. She is also offers , Reflexology, Raindrop Therapy, Chakra Balancing, Tibetan Bowl Sound Healing, and offers Deeksha/Oneness Blessings. Jan has a deep level of presence and allows the body to communicate it’s needs, then provides services that are individualized to meet those needs.
Jan also teaches Reiki and empowers clients by providing resources, support, and nutritional consultation to help clients learn to listen to and trust their intuition and body’s wisdom, and deepen their understanding of the Mind-Body-Spirit connection.
Christine Straley, Master Nutrition Therapist
Christine Straley holds a certificate as a Master Nutrition Therapist from Nutrition Therapy Institute in Denver CO. Her focus is in holistic nutrition where she uses food as the foundation to her practice, supplementing when appropriate and necessary. Her interest in alternative health started at a young age but her passion for nutrition intensified when her aunt and father were diagnosed with cancer. It was through these events in her life that she learned the amazing power of food and its ability to prevent and heal illness and disease. Years later with both her aunt and father living cancer free, she knew her calling was to help others find this amazing power of food.
Christine uses a mind body approach that recognizes food is emotional and deeply connected to ones entity. She enjoys working with a variety of conditions including but not limited to, digestive disorders, autoimmune disorders, food allergies, ADD, ADHD, childhood nutrition and women's health and fertility.
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