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Dawn Balusik Acupuncture What makes Dawn unique?

♥ Dawn is one of the few acupuncturists in the Tampa Bay area who is Nationally Board-Certified in Chinese herbology in addition to acupuncture.
♥ Dawn has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 1997, and often incorporates massage therapy and other bodywork modalities into her patient treatments.
♥ Dawn spends time with patients: 90 minutes for the first visit and 45 to 60 minutes for follow-up treatments allows plenty of time for high-quality, individualized care.
♥ Dawn has a basic working knowledge of many Western medicine concepts and usually considers both Western and Oriental approaches when formulating her treatment strategy. When indicated, Dawn may order blood tests or analysis of stool, urine or hair. She also refers out to other qualified health care professionals as needed.
♥ Dawn is trained in drug-herb interaction, and is knowledgeable about which medications should not be combined with herbs, and which are safe to combine.
♥ Dawn is personally available via e-mail or phone for patient questions. She often engages in e-mail dialogue with patients, sending educational materials and research information relavant to their condition or treatment.
♥ Dawn maintains a comprehensive on-site herbal pharmacy that is primarily vegetarian, contains no endangered species, and is comprised of American-manufactured and GMP-certified herbal products. She also carries liquid pediatric formulas that are tailored to the needs of children.
Served areas
  • Tampa Bay Area including Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough. Clearwater, Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, Safety Harbor
Highlights and features
  • Nationally Certified in Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology.
Associations and certifications
  • FSOMA
  • NCCAOM
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Oriental Medicine
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Oriental Medicine Oriental medicine is a system of natural health care that is about 2, 500 years old. It is the oldest, continually practiced form of medicine in the world, and it consists of a complex system of diagnostic and treatment strategies that are as valuable today as ever.

Oriental medicine emphasizes the re-establishment of natural balance (homeostasis) and utilizes the body's innate healing wisdom to safely address the underlying causes of diseases. It includes modalities such as acupuncture, bodywork, gentle exercise, relaxation techniques, nutrition, and the use of non-pharmaceutical herbal medicines.
Acupuncture
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Acupuncture Acupuncture is one modality of Oriental medicine. Very fine, sterile, one-time use needles are inserted into specific points on the skin to adjust and regulate the flow of energy in the body. Gentle physiological responses occur, which create the circumstances for the body and mind to re-balance, release pain and heal.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
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Chinese Herbal Medicine Traditional Chinese herbal medicine consists of over 5000 substances derived from plant, animal and mineral sources. Many of them may be familiar to you such as ginseng, ginger, fennel, cinnamon, goji berry, licorice, turmeric, hawthorn berry, cardamom, peppermint and many others that gain mainstream popularity every day.
Nutrition
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Nutrition The quality of what you consume renders your diet either medicinal or harmful. Healthy nutrition provides the energy and substance which nourishes, heals and sustains your body, whereas poor nutrition depletes, harms and toxifies it, contributing to disease, and leading to poor health in the long-run. Your body is like a garden; if you keep the "soil" (body) rich with beneficial nutrition and clean water, you can reap the "flowers" (benefit) of good health!
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Dawn Balusik, AP
Dawn Balusik, AP
Physician, Owner
Dawn has been interested in natural medicine since high school. This interest led her to become an Acupressure practitioner in 1996, a Licensed Massage Therapist in 1997, and a Doctor of Oriental Medicine in 2004. It is her experience that working with the body's own healing processes produces amazing results that not only relieve symptoms, but produce vitality and wellness that makes life far more enjoyable.
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Laprensa Austin
May 07, 2022
Dawn Potter has been my acupuncturist for two months now, and I have felt incredible results. I used to dread waking up each morning because of the chest pain I would experience due to my sleep apnea. However, Dawn has been working on my body, and I feel that I have more energy and no pain whatsoever. I have also lost approximately 30 pounds since seeing her weekly. Dawn Potter is kind, friendly, and professional with a wide array of Chinese medicinal supplements that will make you feel like you have the energy and strength to get through the day. I am so grateful for Dawn's treatments and would highly recommend them to anyone who needs them. Thanks again, Dawn!
Katie McManus
May 05, 2022
If you're looking for a acupuncturist then check out Dr. Dawn she is such a sweet soul! She cares for her patients listens, doesn't rush you which is hard to find someone like that now a days. Truly such a good doctor and has a positive energy to her. She can help you with a lot of different things.
The Heart Of The Story Podcast
Apr 05, 2022
Dawn was an absolute God send to me after my injury with three torn discs and severe burning pain in my right arm. I had exhausted traditional PT and my Dr was leaning toward spinal injections or a neck fusion surgery. In a last ditch effort, I came to Acupuncture to receive Dawns healing touch- Her kind and calm disposition helped me feel comfortable and safe for my first ever acupuncture treatments.

Slowly but surely my pain lessened and I'm so thrilled to report I did not have the surgery or any injections into my neck! I'm so grateful for Dawns ability to help me live pain free and stay pain free! She's the real deal in terms of a Chinese medicine provider.
Tom Varga
Nov 26, 2021
I has a sore knee for months and after just 1 treatment, my knee felt nearly 100% the next day.
Anthony Schupp
Nov 13, 2021
I lost my sense of smell from the virus 6 months ago and they helped me regain it. It is slowly starting to come back. Thanks!
Iva Valtcheva
Oct 26, 2021
Dr. Dawn is very warm, welcoming and has a personality that puts you at ease and is relaxing. Her office is always clean and calming. I would recommend her to anyone interested in trying Accupuncture.
Allie Collins
Jun 16, 2021
Dr. Dawn is amazing! She is incredibly knowledgeable, kind and caring! She also has a very soothing and healing presence that always made me feel at ease. I came to her with a chronic condition that I wanted to heal naturally and that is exactly what she helped me do! My symptoms are much improved and I am extremely grateful! I highly recommend Dr. Dawn! Thank you so much!
Cheryl Cultice
Apr 07, 2021
I was at my wits end with digestive issues and nausea. I decided I wanted to try Accupunture. I did some research and found Dr. Potter. She offers to speak with you by phone first to ask questions. I wanted someone who had treated someone with my issues. She said she had, I went to see her and after the first visit the results were amazing! Her knowledge is incredible, she's also so very kind and personable! I don't often post reviews but Dr. Potter is worth looking into for the many issues she can treat!
Nicole Busch
Mar 16, 2021
I have been seeing Dr. Potter for anxiety, insomnia, bursitis in my shoulder, and restless legs. All of my ailments have greatly decreased, something that I never thought was possible after years at a traditional doctor. I would recommend Dr. Potter to anyone looking to find relief.
John Reed
Feb 28, 2021
I am a trained Massage therapist and I had my own part time business in California for 6 years. I have had massage clients such who were top professional people such as one, who own physical therapy businesses in Santa Monica Cal with 40 employees and I also treated actors and actresses, Doctors, etc. I have received hundreds of massages. I got a 1 hour massage from Dawn last week and her skill and knowledge of how to deliver a proper massage impressed me, She knew the muscles to massage and loosen up to get a very good result on me. I am very pleased with her skill and service. I Highly recommend her.
Selma Hamzic
Dec 04, 2020
I have known about Dawn for over a decade my mom used to come to her and she helped her tremendously. I am so happy i began accupuncture with her! I went in for several issues main one was pcos and I was very skeptical because I was used to the excruciating pain that came along with it however just after a months worth of treatments and herbal medicine I saw major improvements. I would recommend Dawn to everyone!
Russell Walker
Oct 17, 2020
Dr Dawn is an exceptional professional. She really knows her craft, she is extremely professional and at the same time she is warm, empathetic and caring. Her offices are immaculately clean. I cannot recommend her highly enough
Kara Kissinger
May 19, 2020
I had such great visits with Dawn. I felt immediate results and I valued how much time she took with me getting to know me, my history and lifestyle. She took all of that into account before creating a treatment plan which included herbs and supplements meant to complement the acupuncture. She's professional and skilled. I also appreciated the great measures she takes during this time of Covid. I felt very safe in her offices. I highly recommend Dawn!
Jenni Kelly
Apr 05, 2020
I started seeing Dawn during the beginning of my second pregnancy after coming across research on success with acupuncture for severe nausea and vomiting, and it has been nothing short of a miracle! My acupuncture treatments with Dawn have limited my symptoms and given me my life back! I'm able to take care of my daughter and enjoy daily activities thanks to Dawn! Dawn takes a personal interest in her patients and really listens to my concerns. I only wish I'd found her during my first pregnancy!
Dianne Allen
Mar 26, 2020
Dawn listens deeply and has been of great benefit for my health and well-being. I have had acupuncture from varied practitioners over time and Dawn is by far the best. I am so happy I found her.
Jennie Yates
Aug 02, 2019
Dr. Dawn is the best acupuncturist around. Really fantastic results.
Jess Murphy
Jul 31, 2019
Dr Dawn helped me achieve the labor induction I hoped and wished for after a traumatic & long first labor. She also helped a very pregnant and sick me get some energy back with some energy inducing acupuncture. It was like night and day from when I got there to when I left.
Khen Riley
Jun 13, 2019
First off I want to say that I really love Health and Harmony Acupuncture. I began seeing Dawn for a couple different issues. After doing for a few months I got my period back and virtually eliminated my migraine headaches. I think that she’s amazing, she knows her craft and made me feel very comfortable. I would recommend Dawn to anyone who wants to see real changes and have a down to earth caring wholistic therapist.
Adam Varner
Mar 09, 2019
Dr. Dawn is amazing. She has helped me with several issues, most recently some back and sciatic pain. Her technique and style are incredible. I highly recommend her.
Dina Clarke
Dec 16, 2018
I came in to Dawn’s office today with very low energy, alittle sad n my mind was very overwhelmed. Came out, with so much more energy, relaxed n clear minded!! Although she wasn’t working on that in the session, but she did an amazing job in understanding the “person “ infront of her n helped with her knowledge. Thanks Dawn! Highly recommended.
Terry Obrentz-Gopsill
Aug 19, 2018
Dawn is a gifted natural healer. She is extremely caring, compassionate and very knowledgeable.
Dawn is very easy to talk to and asks questions about your health and what you want to accomplish. Since going to Dawn I have increased energy, sleep much better and my whole well being is good. So happy to have found her!
Melissa Menikheim
Dawn is extremely patient and caring! She listen to your concerns and explains options to help you accomplish your health goal. She is very knowledgeable about the body and she has educated me on things I've been dealing with for 15 years. I highly recommend her for all your acupuncture needs including hormone imbalance, broken bone issues or blood concerns.
Kendra LaGrande
I have been seeing Dawn now for over 3 years for autoimmune issues. She has helped me be able to function without the use of medication and I am so thankful! Acupuncture and chinese herbs have been a huge part of my healing and restoration and continue to be such an integral part of what help me get through life! I highly recommend Dawn to others because she is highly skilled, has much wisdom in oriental medicine, cares for her patients like they are family members, and what she does works! I always have a renewed sense of wellbeing when I leave her beautiful office.
Todd Hetrick
It was amazing. Nothing like my other experience at an acupuncturist. She was very compassionate and empathetic. I saw results in a few weeks. After a month of sessions I was back on my feet again. I would recommend Dawn to anyone suffering with any ailments. She will restore your body to it's natural state of well-being.
Maria Dalrymple
Dawn has helped with a variety of issues with both acupuncture and herbs in a tranquil setting. She takes the time to listen and tailor your treatment to meet your individual needs. I highly recommend her services.
Juliet Potter
I was visiting in town with friends who go to Dr. Dawn. When I told them that I had a terrible headache, they knew just who to call. Dr. Dawn was fabulous, very caring and kind, and through acupuncture, stopped a migraine in its tracks! I so wish I lived closer, I would certainly be a regular. Next time I visit though, she is on my list.