Our Acupuncturists
Hannah Beachy, L.Ac.
Hannah first discovered Eastern medicine through Shiatsu training, in 2001. She has always been passionate about creating community, and was excited to discover the community acupuncture model. She opened the clinic in 2011, following a social business model. Then in 2018, the clinic transitioned to non-profit, and she became the executive director. Hannah calls the west side of Colorado Springs home, where she enjoys gardening, keeping chickens and exploring the local trails.
Hannah completed her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM) at the Southwest Acupuncture College, Boulder, in 2010. She also holds a B.A. in Spanish from Fort Lewis College. Hannah is certified in Oriental Medicine by the National Certification Committee of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of Colorado, and a proud member of the People's Organization of Community Acupuncture (POCA).
Hannah completed her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM) at the Southwest Acupuncture College, Boulder, in 2010. She also holds a B.A. in Spanish from Fort Lewis College. Hannah is certified in Oriental Medicine by the National Certification Committee of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of Colorado, and a proud member of the People's Organization of Community Acupuncture (POCA).
Kyndl Mueller, L.Ac.
Kyndl completed her MSOM at the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Denver. She holds an undergraduate degree in philosophy from Colorado Mountain College in Steamboat, where she took up Tai Chi and skiing in her free time away from class. The study of Eastern traditions and Tai Chi is what attracted her to acupuncture, and she has since fallen in love with the medicine. In the spring of 2017, Kyndl volunteered in Nepal with the Acupuncture Relief Project, where she practiced Chinese medicine as the primary healthcare for a rural community.
As a native of Colorado Springs, Kyndl is happy to be treating in her home community. She enjoys retreating to the mountains in her spare time and is delighted to share the magic of acupuncture with all her patients. Kyndl is certified in Oriental Medicine by the NCCAOM and is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of Colorado.
As a native of Colorado Springs, Kyndl is happy to be treating in her home community. She enjoys retreating to the mountains in her spare time and is delighted to share the magic of acupuncture with all her patients. Kyndl is certified in Oriental Medicine by the NCCAOM and is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of Colorado.
Kimberly Ann Brown, L.Ac.
Kimberly Ann Brown is a community connector with a great fondness for holistic healing and ecological sustainability. She has a wide variety of work experience in nutrition, farming, education and health. Kimberly is an avid writer, gardener and outdoor enthusiast. She most recently served as Wellness Ambassador at Whole Foods Market, where she helped others achieve personal goals using supplements, lifestyle modifications, and nutrition.
In 2006, Kimberly received her Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon. She also holds a dual undergraduate degree in Biology and Psychology from the University of Georgia, with a focus in psychopharmacology. Kimberly is certified in Oriental Medicine by the NCCAOM and is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of Colorado.
In 2006, Kimberly received her Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon. She also holds a dual undergraduate degree in Biology and Psychology from the University of Georgia, with a focus in psychopharmacology. Kimberly is certified in Oriental Medicine by the NCCAOM and is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of Colorado.
Our Reception Team
Our front desk is staffed by a combination of employees and volunteers. Most afternoons you'll find Michelle or Darla at the front desk to welcome you. On mornings and weekends, we rely primarily on a team of volunteer receptionists. We are so grateful for all their hard work! If you are an established patient and are interested in volunteering, please speak with Michelle or email us at info@springscommunityacupuncture.com. (Photos to come).
Our Board of Directors
We currently have 4 board members, who graciously donate their time to keep us up and running.
- Hannah Beachy, the clinic founder, is our president (see bio above).
- Molly Fread, our vice-president, has been a long-time friend to SCA. She co-founded Casita Community Acupuncture in Albuquerque in 2009, and acted as a business mentor when we started. Later, she was an acupuncturist with us, while awaiting licensure approval in California. She now lives in Sacramento and pokes at the Sacramento Acupuncture Project. She is a proud member and active volunteer with POCA (The People's Organization of Community Acupuncture).
- Vanessa Little, our secretary, is an active community member and patient. She brings a wealth of experience in education and the non-profit world to our team.
- Elaine Horton, our treasurer, is well-known to many as our previous office manager. Elaine understands the workings of the clinic, inside and out, after spending many hours at our reception desk, training volunteers, doing bookkeeping, and more.