Good Neighbor Podcast: Fort Collins

Terry's journey into aesthetic acupuncture began with a deeply personal motivation—helping his mother with fibromyalgia—and evolved through years of study and practice. He debunks common misconceptions about acupuncture, explaining how it works on scientific principles of electrical conductivity through the body's meridians to promote natural cellular regeneration and healing.

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From a childhood martial arts class to a thriving acupuncture practice, Eric Richards' journey into Chinese medicine began with watching his mother find relief from debilitating migraines. Now, after 30 years of helping Fort Collins residents overcome pain and inflammation, Eric shares his story and expertise on the Good Neighbor Podcast.

"Acupuncture doesn't have to hurt," Eric explains, dispelling the...

Ever wondered what happens when your beloved pet faces mobility challenges? Meet Cassie Swafford, founder of Walking Paws Rehab, who's revolutionizing pet healthcare through specialized veterinary rehabilitation.

When dogs tear their CCL (the canine equivalent of a human ACL) or develop arthritis, many pet parents feel helpless. Walking Paws Rehab offers hope through comprehensive physical therapy tailored specificall...

Transforming smiles through technology – Dr. David Richter reveals how his practice is revolutionizing orthodontics by cutting treatment time nearly in half. After 30 years in the field, he's leveraging digital workflows and custom braces to achieve what traditional orthodontics can't: faster results with fewer appointments.

"The national average is 22 months," Dr. Richter explains, "but we're...

Ever wondered if that perfect custom apparel partner for your business might be right in your own backyard? Laura Decatur of Black Forest Print Lab shatters common misconceptions about local print shops versus national chains in this eye-opening conversation.

Laura reveals how her family-owned Fort Collins business (recently rebranded from Kosmos Green Printing) delivers premium screen printing and embroidery services with...

Discovering true beauty requires looking beyond the surface. In our conversation with Marissa Parchman, owner of Timeless Skin and Wellness, we explore the powerful connection between internal health and external beauty that's revolutionizing the traditional medical spa industry.

Marissa shares her remarkable 14-year entrepreneurial journey from offering simple spray tans and teeth whitening to creating a comprehensiv...

What happens when passion for massage therapy meets genuine business values? Rachel Hargrove's journey from uncertain college graduate to successful business owner reveals exactly that. Celebrating 11 years of Height of Health Massage, Rachel shares how she transformed a side gig into a thriving therapeutic practice with seven staff members in Fort Collins.

Rachel pulls back the curtain on persistent massage therapy m...

What does financial planning look like when you're treated like family instead of just another account number? Jason Taylor of Taylor's Financial reveals the deeply personal approach that sets his practice apart in this enlightening conversation on the Good Neighbor Podcast.

Based in Fort Collins for 17 years, Jason explains how his third-generation accounting heritage evolved into a comprehensive financial plann...

Ever wondered what happens behind the elegant doors of a med spa? Turns out, it's not just about luxury treatments for the elite—it's a wellness journey accessible to everyone, including your neighbors.

Mark Koepsell, owner of Xanadu Med Spa, reveals the surprising breadth of modern med spa offerings that extend far beyond what most people imagine. With over 150 services spanning traditional day spa treatments, m...

From corporate wireless executive to holistic healer, Dr. Heidi Golding's path to founding Living Well Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture (soon to be Golding Integrative Health) began with personal tragedy and led to a revolutionary approach to healing chronic pain and trauma.

Working from her Loveland, Colorado practice alongside other integrative practitioners, Dr. Golding blends traditional Japanese acupuncture with ...

What happens when healthcare providers decide to expand their mission beyond treating illness to helping people feel genuinely good about themselves? Ashley Chase and Dr. Bauer answered this question by founding Valar Aesthetics, a physician-led med spa bringing medical expertise to aesthetic treatments.

Ashley reveals how their practice emerged from a six-year professional relationship in family medicine that evolved into...

Dental anxiety keeps countless people from getting the care they need, but Dr. Veronica Ray is on a mission to change that. In this warm conversation with host Nick George, the owner of Ray Dental reveals how she's spent 28 years making dentistry something patients can actually look forward to.

From her Michigan beginnings to establishing her Fort Collins practice at Harmony and LeMay, Dr. Ray shares the personal jour...

What happens when a speech language pathologist marries a music therapist? For Chris and Kathy Baker, it sparked the creation of VoxTalk—an innovative early childhood education company dedicated to language development for children from birth to three years old. Their journey began during the pandemic when they overheard each other's virtual therapy sessions and noticed something remarkable: the powerful intersection of speech...

From college internship to building a thriving specialty coatings empire, David Nanninga entrepreneurial journey exemplifies resilience in the face of unexpected challenges. When sudden unemployment struck at 25, David transformed adversity into opportunity by establishing Mile High Coatings during the 2008 recession—a pivotal moment that would shape his future.

Started as a house painting operation, Mile High Coatings has...

When yoga therapy meets mental health, something remarkable happens. Ena Rodriquez O'Rourke takes us on a profound journey through her 13-year practice at Treetop Yoga Therapy, where she's helping veterans with PTSD, individuals struggling with addiction, and people recovering from physical injuries find their way back to themselves.

"Yoga is not just exercise, and it's definitely not a religion," ...

Ever wondered if massage therapy could be more than just an occasional treat? Jessica Blinkinsop, founder of Blink and Breathe Bodywork in Fort Collins, is on a mission to transform how we think about bodywork—from luxury to necessity.

Jessica takes us through her fascinating journey from corporate burnout to finding her true calling as a massage therapist. After graduating from Bear Heart School of Massage in 2022, she es...

Surviving Hurricane Katrina and a global pandemic might break some people, but for Melissa Stewart, these catastrophes became catalysts for an unexpected journey into wellness entrepreneurship. After losing everything in Katrina, Melissa's path led her to a small North Carolina town where a chance encounter with a spa owner sparked a passion that would eventually become Soak Spa – now a seven-time award winner recognized by No...

What happens when professional expertise meets genuine compassion in the complex world of adoption? Cindy Sarai and Ginger DeReus answer this question through their remarkable work at Adoption Dreams Come True, a nonprofit that's redefining what an adoption agency can be.

The conversation reveals a unique organization built on three pillars of service. Their primary work licenses prospective parents through comprehens...

Have you ever wondered how ancient healing practices might complement modern beauty treatments? Dr. Meghan Peckinpaugh's journey from serious illness to becoming a holistic health practitioner offers powerful insights into the true nature of healing.

Dr. Meghan founded Balanced Thistle in Fort Collins back in 2019, pioneering holistic health and beauty services in Northern Colorado. Her clinic was the first in the reg...