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Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative
“At this point, Melissa has provided personal development
and health consultation to me twice. On both occasions, I was left with insight
and healing practices to implement that have shifted the quality of my life in
some drastic and profound ways. If you are looking for someone to treat your
illnesses, Melissa can bring an honesty and sense of humor to the work that is
both nurturing and delightfully wicked. If you are looking for clues to further
your own growth and development, Melissa's insight and candor will offer you
transformational opportunities that challenge you to become the person you know
you can be.” August 22, 2008
Tennyson S, LinkedIn
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity
"Melissa was recommended to me from one of her colleagues. Over the
next few months, Melissa worked with me providing an arsenal of tools
to tackle my issues and a safe space to heal. My healing took place
both physically (from back injuries) and emotionally (losing my
brother). She brings a direct but gentle approach that empowered me to
make the changes I needed to live a better life. If you are ready to
take the steps to make positive changes in your life, Melissa will help
you get to where you want to be." September 26, 2007
Linda S, LinkedIn
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity
"Melissa Dana is a caring, dedicated, knowledgeable and attentive
health and wellness provider whose experience and expertise include
acupuncture, herbal medicine, and massage. As her patient seeking
relief from seasonal allergies symptoms as well stress management I
found her care to be highly effective. Side effects included feelings
of relaxation, rejuvenation and a deeper awareness of my body." September 24, 2007
Roman M, LinkedIn
"As a healer, I have high standards for the people I turn to for my own
care. I recently saw Melissa for a Reiki session and felt so
wonderful afterwards that I immediately paid for a session for my
fiance and made a second appointment for myself. Melissa is
professional, grounded, graceful, and incredibly knowledgeable in a
variety of modalities. I will gladly return for other treatments she
offers, and feel very confidant referring my own clients to Melissa." November 18, 2007
Krista B
"After a referral from my spouse, I gave Melissa a try for my knotted-up
neck and lower back. She did a shiatsu session (which is a firm and
athletic massage but still relaxing), with a nice, laid-back narration
that struck just the right balance between the spiritual stuff and its
practical uses to make the massage achieve its intended effect. She
also correctly guessed on a couple of problem areas before I told her
anything, and charges reasonably. Will definitely go again." November 08, 2007
Susan S, Yelp
"I, too, feel very lucky to have Melissa Dana as my healer.
She has helped me immensely, physically and emotionally, with acupuncture and
herbs and her cheerful, intelligent, intuitive advice. I feel 1 million times better after I
see her...she is extremely helpful, caring, and even funny - I don't know what
else anyone could ask for, really." April 03, 2008
Shannon L, Yelp
"Melissa has been an amazing asset to my health and
well-being for many years. I saw her as a student practitioner at the ACTCM,
and was among the first of her clients to be treated in her present office. I
have seen her for a variety of reasons and received treatments from a variety
of disciplines. Melissa's intuitive and holistic approach is very comforting,
often astounding and always extremely affective. She is not stuck on a rigid
approach, and has never hesitated to let me know when she believes an alternative
discipline would help or be more affective. I would highly recommend Melissa
Dana to anyone. She has a very genuine interest in the health and well-being of
her clients (and friends)." January 01, 2008
Joe G, Yelp
"I went to see Melissa for acupuncture and Chinese herbs in
San Francisco for several months during the last year. Being new to the whole
acupuncture game and at an all-time low, I was amazed and astounded at the
incredible healing I experienced during that time--for the first time ever, I
felt better...not just normal, but downright good! And all without the crazy
medications I'd been on before! I know I am still benefitting from my treatment
with Melissa, and that I'll return to acupuncture again when I need a boost.
And, I'm so happy to have had my introduction to this type of healing from such
a sensitive and wonderful practitioner." January 01, 2009
Sara L, Yelp
"Despite a fear of needles, I began acupuncture with Melissa
for chronic knee pain and injuries that western medicine has addressed
unsuccessfully over the last decade. She spent so much time patiently learning
my history, health goals and concerns, and just making me comfortable with her
calm, nurturing way. I could not have laid on a table for voluntary needle
puncture with anyone else! She put me completely at ease and shared her
thoughts about my conditions continuously, keeping me an informed and active
participant in the healing process. The acupuncture was--I can't believe I'm
able to say this as a needle-phobe--easy and healing! I felt warmth beneath the
needles in my stomach and knees, and felt a tingling zing along my foot from an
ankle needle. (That's chi, I learned and felt for the first time!) My knee
swelling and constant aching subsided post treatment, and the ear seeds have
provided interim acupressure that noticeably help with stress management. I am
absolutely continuing acupuncture with Melissa.
I also had the joy of experiencing Reiki for the first time
with Melissa. I knew little about it and was admittedly skeptical about energy
work, but opened to the idea as Melissa sensed a block in an area I'd felt for
a long time, but never knew of ways of addressing. I was surprised at how much
dialogue ensued, again a testament to Melissa's open communication with her
patients. The things she picked up on and communicated were so spot on, it was
a little unnerving at first. Her intuition is stronger than anyone else I've
met, but as I opened up to the experience I felt my mind and body shedding
baggage I've carried since childhood. It was a distinct emotional release that
immediately yielded physical releases as well in my back and abdomen. I left the
midday session to return to a stressful day, but did so with a feeling I never
thought possible for me as a Type-A over-analyzer: inner calm despite the
things spinning around me. It's a breakthrough that several years of yoga and
recent meditation practice hadn't opened for me. Yet one session of Reiki with
Melissa was all it took!
I have so much gratitude for Melissa and the wonderful care
she's given me. I strongly encourage you to seek her services out!" June 10, 2009
Jaime P, Yelp
"I've been treated by several acupuncturists in NYC and
Melissa is by far the most intelligent, caring and effective. I
saw her for about a month on a weekly basis and always felt like I was
in good hands. She is passionate
about her work and really cares about who she's treating. For instance, at our first
appointment I mentioned wanting to
learn more about acupuncture and my conditions. She recommended several books to read and sent me an email
that same day with the titles. She also has a really good balance between being
spiritual, but not hippy dippie (which isn't my style) and has a solid
understanding of Western medicine.
This was very important to me since I'm taking medication and I wanted
to be treated by an acupuncturist who understood this as well. Most importantly, whatever she had focused
on that particular week always improved.
Now that I know what a good acupuncturist is I don't every want to go
back anywhere else." August 04, 2009
T.N., Yelp
"In this age of quick-fix medicine and being charged $300 for
a 5 minute appointment with a specialist, I found it very reassuring to learn
that Melissa took extra time during our first session together to do a very
thorough intake of my medical history, current symptoms and living habits, in
addition to performing a very thorough physical intake. I have been to a number
of acupuncturists over the years and none of them have been as caring and
thoughtful in their diagnosis of my imbalances as Melissa is.
I visited Melissa last spring with a whole slew of physical
issues, which were immediately resolved after her treatment (lucky for
me!) and my taking of the herbs
she prescribed for me. In all of my previous acupuncture sessions, I had never
actually felt qi moving through my body, which is exactly what I experienced as
I lay on Melissa's table during my last session with her. Incredible!
I have referred many friends to Melissa over the last year
and will continue to do so! I
believe anyone who is looking for respectful, knowledgeable, gentle yet very
thorough care will leave Melissa's TCM practice feeling very fulfilled and on a
path to wellness." January 08, 2010
Hanne W, Yelp
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