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24 Years
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Your Trusted Acupuncture & Functional Medicine Clinic in Boulder
Open Gate Acupuncture, founded in 2002, is a Boulder-based clinic dedicated to holistic healing through the integration of traditional Chinese medicine and modern functional medicine. Our approach combines acupuncture, Chinese herbal therapy, and transformational guidance to address root causes of health issues rather than symptoms. With over 20 years of clinical experience, our lead practitioner Jason Blalack brings deep expertise in treating complex conditions like autoimmune disorders, digestive issues, and emotional imbalances.We prioritize personalized care, offering tailored treatment plans that incorporate dietary recommendations, lab testing, and spiritual wellness. Our practice reflects decades of study in China and ongoing professional development, ensuring patients receive cutting-edge yet time-tested care. We serve Boulder County and surrounding areas, including Denver, Longmont, and Lafayette, with both in-office and virtual consultation options.
Services
Acupuncture
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Functional Medicine
Transformational Guidance
Telemedicine Consultations
Cupping Therapy
Moxibustion
Lab Testing
Dietary Counseling
Emotional Wellness
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical experience treating complex health conditions
- Personalized treatment plans combining ancient and modern medicine
- Specialized expertise in autoimmune and digestive disorders
- International lecturer and author on Chinese herbal medicine
- Comprehensive care integrating acupuncture, nutrition, and spiritual wellness
What people say
Effective chronic pain relief
Personalized treatment plans
Deep diagnostic expertise
Spiritual wellness focus
Lasting health improvements
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves strategic needle placement to balance energy flow and stimulate natural healing processes. This ancient practice effectively treats pain, stress, and various health conditions by restoring bodily harmony. Our gentle techniques address both physical discomforts and emotional imbalances.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Customized herbal formulas target specific health concerns using time-tested botanical combinations. Each prescription addresses individual constitution and symptoms through carefully selected ingredients that work synergistically for optimal healing and systemic balance.
Functional Medicine
This approach combines modern lab testing with natural interventions to address root causes of chronic illness. We analyze metabolic, hormonal, and digestive functions to create personalized treatment plans that restore systemic equilibrium.
Transformational Guidance
This service explores how thoughts and beliefs impact physical health through consciousness-based healing. We help patients identify and transform limiting patterns that contribute to chronic health challenges and emotional distress.
Telemedicine Consultations
Remote healthcare sessions provide accessible treatment options for patients outside Boulder. These virtual appointments maintain personalized care through detailed health assessments and treatment planning via secure video platforms.
People
Jason Blalack
Lead Practitioner
Jason healed himself from chronic illness in his 20s, inspiring his acupuncture career. With 20+ years clinical experience and international lecturing credentials, he combines Chinese medicine expertise with functional medicine approaches to treat complex health conditions.
Questions
What conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in autoimmune disorders, digestive issues, fertility challenges, emotional imbalances, and chronic pain conditions through integrated acupuncture and functional medicine approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide superbill documentation for potential insurance reimbursement but do not directly bill insurance carriers for our services.
Can you help patients outside Boulder?
Yes, we offer virtual telemedicine consultations for patients nationwide and can ship herbal formulas within the US.
What makes your approach unique?
Our combination of Chinese herbal medicine, functional lab testing, and transformational coaching addresses physical, mental, and spiritual health dimensions simultaneously.
How are herbal formulas customized?
Formulas are tailored through detailed diagnosis using pulse analysis, tongue examination, and symptom review to create personalized herbal prescriptions.
Reviews (3)
Tim Cunningham
Mar 03, 2019
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I've been seeing Jason for 10+ years. He's helped me through many different issues through the years. If you are considering Oriental medicine, I strongly recommend Jason. If you haven't looked beyond Western medicine for any of your health issues you should definitely contact Jason.
Rebecca Carlson
Feb 26, 2019
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Jason's top notch experience and mindful approach have made a standout positive impact in my life and my health. His wisdom of traditional Chinese herbs together with acupuncture helped my body/mind rebalance acute symptoms and over time learn to shift into a new way of being that really supported and changed my life for the better. I am truly grateful to have worked with such a gifted, humble, and compassionate practitioner. Always recommend his work.
Cassie Michelle
Jan 01, 2018
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I am so excited for 2018, and Jasons help is a big part of that. I began seeing him in September 2017, after three MDs were unable to help me. My body had a pretty extreme response to the long term stress I have been going through. I remember the relief and hope I felt after meeting with Jason the first time. Im feeling worlds better today than I was in the fall. I am on the road to complete recovery. Jason is so kind and helpful, and so dedicated to helping me heal from the inside out. I dont really have words to properly express my gratitude. I am just humbled and thankful to have met him and be under his excellent care!
