Dr.Michelle Hamilton
Zen DEn Founder & Dr. Of Chinese Medicine
Michelle Hamilton is a Dr. of Chinese Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Certified Massage Therapist.
Born and raised in San Luis Obispo, she has been practicing Chinese Medicine in SLO for over 14 years and was voted the #1 Acupuncturist in SLO County by The New Times.
After finishing her undergrad studies at Cal Poly University, Michelle completed her 4-year Master’s Degree from the nationally ranked Emperor’s College of Oriental Medicine in Santa Monica, CA. She completed her Doctorate in Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in 2021.
Michelle interned at the UCLA Orthopedic Medical Clinic and graduated with academic honors. She has completed extensive post-graduate training in acupuncture for athletes, orthopedic acupuncture, women’s health, fertility, pregnancy, pediatrics, and chronic pain conditions.
Dr. Michelle has a passion for elevating the Chinese Medical field and has recently stepped into the role of Educator and Coach by creating digital courses and CEU classes for Acupuncturists. She is the founder of Community Acupuncture School and the Lunar Acupuncture Method; and speaks internationally at Acupuncture Conferences and Symposiums.
Dr. Michelle’s athletic career is equally impressive: she is a competitive endurance athlete, a 2-time overall marathon winner, an ultra-marathon 100-mile finisher runner, and a total adventure junkie. She lives in San Luis Obispo with her two children.
Jonathan Olcott
Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist
Raised in San Luis Obispo County, Jonathan Olcott graduated from Morro Bay High School in 2002. Balancing work as a mechanic with passions like rock climbing and downhill mountain cycling, life took a turn after surviving a truck accident that sparked persistent back pain. Seeking relief, he explored yoga and Eastern philosophy, eventually discovering acupuncture's transformative power.
His journey led him to advocate for holistic healing, fueled by personal experiences. From mechanic to acupuncture advocate, his path showcases resilience and the connection between life's challenges and professional purpose.
Danielle Tipton
Massage Therapist
Danielle is a dedicated bodyworker trained in lymphatic drainage, reflexology, trigger point, myofascial, craniosacral, medical qigong, swedish & deep tissue. Danielle has a passion for weaving together a dynamic mixed modality session tailored for your body’s needs, using both an intuitive and practical approach.