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Living Well, Traveling Far: Donna’s Path to Wellness
Jade Garcia
Donna’s first introduction to Metta Perspective was through Dr. Dawn’s sister in December 2023. She says it was “perfect timing because my neuropathy was getting worse, affecting sleep and physical activity.” . At the time, the neuropathy meant she had “a whole list of meds” she was taking. She remembers thinking, “I can’t do this for the rest of my life.”
She spoke with her neurologist about trying acupuncture and received his enthusiastic support, along with a green light from her primary care physician. “I was impressed with everyone here and Dr. Dawn’s knowledge,” she says, reflecting on her first visits. Since then, she’s been able to get off many of the medications she was previously taking.
When I asked what aspects of the clinic stood out most to her, she didn’t hesitate: “First, of course, is the acupuncture.” She appreciates how treatments are personalized each session, saying she can “come in with a specific thing and Dr. Dawn will change the modality for the day. Meet you where you are.”
She also loves the range of therapies available at Metta Perspective. “There are so many different kinds of treatments,” she says. “I wouldn’t even know what to ask for since there are therapies here that I wasn’t familiar with before.”
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Rediscovering Freedom: Maria's Journey with Metta Perspective Acupuncture
Jade Garcia
Maria, a licensed clinical social worker and passionate activist from Uptown, Chicago, found herself at a crossroads in 2018 when anxiety and panic attacks disrupted her daily life, especially while driving. Maria and her husband, Justin, initially sought care for his own chronic condition. These challenges led the couple to Metta Perspective Acupuncture in Niles, where the holistic approach resonated deeply.
Drawn by glowing Google reviews, they were comforted by the clinic's welcoming environment and whole-being philosophy. "Couples that heal together, stay together," Maria reflected, emphasizing their shared healing journey under Dr. Dawn's guidance.
For Maria, the integration of Eastern medicine was transformative. "It's about getting to the root of the condition," she explained thoughtfully. With Dr. Dawn, she began re-examining and navigating her anxiety. She describes that the doctor emphasized from the start the importance of self-care through nutrition, sleep, and self-awareness. A change of lifestyle and perspective was integral to her healing, and Maria notes that this learning process was a large part of her experience. With treatments, comes an education from Dr. Dawn, on “how acupuncture affects the whole system.” She adds, “You have to do your part and follow her prescribed treatment plan in order to see optimal results.”
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COVID-19 Illness/Travel Policy
Dr. Dawn Graziano