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Aspen Orthopedic Acupuncture (AOA)

Utilizing 25 years of manual therapy experience combined with the ancient art of Acupuncture and modern techniques ranging from Orthopedic, Dry Needling, Electrical Stimulation, Quasha and Classical Acupuncture to treat chronic and acute pain. Our practice embodies the "inner athlete" in you and understands first hand the importance of using your body to its greatest potential. Acupuncture invo... Read More

Utilizing 25 years of manual therapy experience combined with the ancient art of Acupuncture and modern techniques ranging from Orthopedic, Dry Needling, Electrical Stimulation, Quasha and Classical Acupuncture to treat chronic and acute pain. Our practice embodies the "inner athlete" in you and understands first hand the importance of using your body to its greatest potential. Acupuncture involves the strategic placement of needles in the body OR releasing tight tissue bands and is designed to regulate physiological processes in the body to bring about health and healing. And really, that’s just a fancy way of saying that it gets your body to heal itself (as it is supposed to). Symptoms are distress signals that indicate something deeper needs care and attention.


Our Signature Treatments

Lets Exceed Your Expectations! Below you will find Lymphatic Drainage, Somatic Bodywork, LPG Endermologie, Acupuncture and Dry Needling, Fascia Blasting and Electrical Stim integrated to leave you filled with relief and joy. Scroll and click on treatment to learn more.


Massage Therapy - Basalt

All-embracing and guided by love, Dr. Michelle Brandon believes that passion is power, and that the discovery of deep devotion can ignite a spark—ushering in a new healing paradigm for both the individual and the collective. She lives in harmony with the authentic flow of nature, embracing wholesome foods and medicine grown directly from the earth. Dr. Michelle, DACM, Dipl. OM, L.Ac., is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), and a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Colorado. She earned her degree from Pacific College of Health and Science in Chicago. The doctoral program emphasized evidence-based medicine and required 3,500 hours of academic education, including acupuncture, clinical herbal intervention, and Western biomedicine. As part of her training, Dr. Michelle also completed over 1,000 hours of clinical supervision. Her interest in health and healing began at a young age, sparked by the realization that food is medicine. With a background in Western nutrition and dietetics, she became fascinated by the deeper dimensions of healing that extend beyond dietary sources alone. From an early age, she knew in her heart that she was called to explore the medicine wheel and Delve into the ancient practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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My commitment to natural medicine and nutrition is at the heart of everything I do. With more than two decades of hands-on experience, I have dedicated myself to helping patients seek a renewed life, full of restored function and good health. I am passionate about the whole client, not just symptoms or temporary solutions, my practice embodies a compassionate yet professional environment for acupuncture and natural health services.

What started as an internship at the age of 19 ultimately changed the trajectory of my life and my career, helping me land where I am today. On a detour that led me to working with a native elder, I spent the first two years of my career witnessing remarkable healing occur with the use of natural medicine. It was during this time that I learned that everything is energetically interconnected, from the physical aches and pains we experience in our body to the emotional aches and pains we experience in our hearts. Harnessing that knowledge, I sought to educate myself in multiple wellness techniques. With more than 5,000 hours of training in eastern and western modalities and 20 years of experience, my work and my clients are my passion. In 2004, I founded my own natural wellness business in Aspen and my roots grow deeper here every year.

In my spare time, you might find me off the grid hiking, paddle boarding, skinning, or photographing beautiful sites. I enjoy experimenting in my kitchen with healthy gourmet treats and meals or making reservations at a fine restaurant. When I’m not in the outdoors or in my kitchen I am likely checking more places off my ever-growing bucket list – from hiking Kilimanjaro to viewing Kodiak bears in their natural habitat. I love being in nature and viewing this wild life all around me. When I push myself to the outer limits of my athletic endeavors, I know the importance of wellness and vibrant living firsthand.

Be inspired. Be well. Erica Boulangeé M.Ac, L.Ac., LMT

My credentials include:

Master’s in Acupuncture

National Board-Certified Acupuncturist through the NCCAOM

NCBTMB National and State Approved School, providing continuing education for massage therapists and other health professionals locally and nationally Heartwood Institute Instructor, co-teaching Shiatsu and Chinese Medicine with Paul Pitchford, author of Healing with Whole Food

Advanced Acupoint Injection Certifications

Ongoing training in herbal medicine for two decades

Certified in LPG Medical Endermologie®

My commitment to natural medicine and nutrition is at the heart of everything I do. With more tha... Read More

Jenna F., LMT, CWP, Somatic Coach

Jenna Francesca is a somatic therapist, trauma-informed bodyworker, and creator of Applied Bio-Induction Therapy (ABiT). For more than 27 years, she has worked at the intersection of fascia science, trauma resolution, and nervous-system healing, helping clients release pain, dissolve old holding patterns, and return to the natural wisdom of their bodies.

Known for her warm, grounded presence and ability to “listen” to the body’s intelligence, Jenna creates sessions that are both deeply therapeutic and profoundly nurturing. She helps clients unwind old patterns, integrate the wisdom generated in their experience, and return to a state of easeful flow, vitality, and joy—physically, emotionally, and relationally.

Jenna is also the author of the upcoming book The Bio-Mind Map: An Evolutionary Imperative, where she shares her groundbreaking insights into how trauma is stored in the fascia and energetic anatomy—and how resolving these imprints transforms our health, relationships, and sense of aliveness.

Jenna F., LMT, CWP, Somatic Coach Jenna Francesca is a somatic therapist, trauma-informed bodywo... Read More

Ally Morrison is a Wellness pro, expert Registered Massage Therapist of 26 years, a Yoga Teacher E-RYT-500 of 20 years, and Continuing Education Provider with Yoga Alliance. My purpose is to offer authentic healing experiences through Myo-Fascial Therapy and research-informed Yoga Health techniques. I established my bodywork practice in 1997, when I realized the 7 years spent struggling with Chronic Pain and Back Surgery, had uniquely prepared me to serve and hold space for others to heal.

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Brooklyn is a licensed massage therapist, strength training devotee, and wellness enthusiast who brings passion, precision, and purpose to every session. With a background in competitive cheerleading and gymnastics, her appreciation for the body’s resilience started early—and led her to a deep love of therapeutic massage.

She specializes in deep tissue massage and barefoot massage (yes—she uses her feet!), offering strong, intuitive bodywork that’s deeply restorative but never aggressive. Brooklyn is also trained in table Thai massage, also known as facilitated stretching, which makes her a go-to for athletes and active clients looking for full-body recovery and range-of-motion work.

She holds certifications in manual lymphatic drainage and LPG Endermologie and co-created our signature “Lymphatic Experience” alongside Ally, combining Brazilian-style and traditional lymphatic techniques. These treatments support immune health, reduce inflammation, aid post-surgical recovery, and promote detoxification—perfectly aligned with Brooklyn’s commitment to healthy, empowered living.

Clients regularly rave about her intuitive presence, skilled hands (and feet!), and ability to help the body unwind in just one session. One client shared:

“Brooklyn identified the issue, explained what was going on, and then fixed it—in just one hour. I’m super grateful.”

Another wrote:

“I was so relaxed—it felt like a five-hour massage. She spent extra time on my tight hamstrings. I felt amazing afterward.”

Brooklyn is certified in cupping therapy and will be heading to Costa Rica this fall for advanced medical massage training. She currently sees clients full-time at both our Aspen and Basalt locations.

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