Acupuncture Center Of Chico

Specialties

Natural Care at Affordable Prices

History

Established in 1986.

John Struthers and Colleen DeLaney are married — to each other! John began developing what would become the Acupuncture Center of Chico in 1987, and Colleen joined him full-​time when she graduated in 1990. They have been married since 1987.

John and Colleen each have backgrounds in western medicine, and advocate a complementary balance between the western and eastern approaches. They believe that all healing systems, from traditional to modern have something valuable to offer.

Acupuncturists are Primary Care Physicians in the state of California, meaning you do not need a doctor’s referral to see us. We can order blood or laboratory tests for you, refer you to appropriate western practitioners when indicated, and speak knowledgeable with your allopathic practitioner to enhance your health care.

Meet the Business Owner

John S.

Business Owner

John with Ron Zaidman and Charles Belyea started Five Branches University in Santa Cruz, CA. After graduation from class of the University, and being licensed to practice, John became the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Academic Director of Five Branches University for nearly six years. He created the curriculum for each course for the entire four years of academic classes required to graduate. After stepping down from his positions at Five Branches University, he remained involved by being on the first Board of Directors.

Colleen worked as an X-​ray tech for 15 years, mostly in hospital settings on nights and weekends to support herself through school. This background has given her profound respect for what western medicine does best, as well as even deeper appreciation for when the for when the gentler balancing methods of Chinese Medicine can help restore your health and relieve pain without drugs or surgery. She is happy to help translate confusing information from doctors.