Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA

Dan Bertapelle, LAc is a licensed acupuncturist at Zen Attitude Acupuncture in Seattle, WA, with over a decade of experience helping patients achieve pain relief, improved mobility, and whole-body wellness. He has been practicing since 2011 after graduating from Bastyr University, one of the nation’s leading institutions for integrative medicine.

Dan’s journey into acupuncture began at a young age through his training in Tai Chi, where he witnessed firsthand how movement, balance, and pain-free living are essential to overall health. This early exposure inspired his commitment to helping others restore function, reduce pain, and regain freedom of movement through natural therapies.

While studying at Bastyr, Dan recognized that true healing extends beyond physical symptoms. He developed a strong focus on emotional and energetic well-being, which led him to pursue advanced training at the Institute of Qigong and Integrative Medicine from 2010 to 2012. There, he became a Certified Yi Ren Medical Qigong Instructor, further expanding his ability to support patients on both physical and emotional levels.

Today, Dan integrates acupuncture, medical qigong, and tai chi into personalized treatment plans designed to promote healing, resilience, and long-term wellness. His compassionate, holistic approach helps patients feel supported, empowered, and confident on their path to better health.

Alaina Goesling, ND, LAc, FABNG is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and Acupuncturist at Zen Attitude Acupuncture in Seattle, and is also a Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Gastroenterology. She specializes in integrative gut health care. She is passionate about helping patients heal digestive conditions using evidence-based natural medicine, functional medicine, nutrition, and Chinese medicine.

Dr. Goesling is a proud alumna of Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington, and completed an advanced two-year residency at Kwan Yin Healing Arts in Portland, Oregon, affiliated with the National University of Natural Medicine. During her residency, she trained extensively in primary care and developed advanced expertise in digestive disorders and chronic gastrointestinal conditions.

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Clinical Focus Areas

Dr. Goesling specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including:

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
• Diarrhea, constipation, bloating, and gas
• Intestinal fungal overgrowth
• Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
• Microscopic colitis
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Chronic abdominal pain

She also has clinical interests in integrative dermatology, thyroid and endocrine disorders, hormone balance, women’s health, and mental health, recognizing the strong connection between gut health, hormones, skin, and emotional well-being.

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Personalized, Integrative Care

Dr. Goesling believes that optimal health begins in the gut. Her approach focuses on restoring digestive function and addressing the root causes of illness using a holistic and patient-centered model of care. Treatment plans may include:

• Functional and naturopathic medicine
• Acupuncture and Chinese medicine
• Clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets
• Nutrient and IV therapy
• Lifestyle and stress management counseling
• Western herbal medicine
• Conventional medical integration when appropriate

She emphasizes shared decision-making, patient education, and building strong therapeutic relationships to ensure long-term success and empowerment in her patients’ health journeys.

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A Personal Healing Journey

Dr. Goesling’s dedication to digestive and integrative medicine is deeply personal. Having struggled with chronic gastrointestinal and skin conditions throughout her life, she experienced firsthand the limitations—and sometimes harm—of conventional medical approaches alone. Discovering naturopathic and Chinese medicine transformed her health and inspired her to pursue this path, allowing her to deeply empathize with patients navigating complex chronic conditions.

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Education & Research Background

• Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine – Bastyr University
• Bachelor of Science in Biology – University of Washington
• Research experience at:
  • UW Department of Neurological Surgery
  • UW Genome Sciences
  • Seattle Children’s Hospital Department of Cardiology
• Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Gastroenterology

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Life Beyond the Clinic

Outside of practice, Dr. Goesling enjoys painting, playing volleyball, tennis, and pickleball, and exploring the outdoors through boating, hiking, and skiing. She shares her adventures with her beloved 110-pound Alaskan Malamute, Queen Anne.

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Jeremy Frieling is a licensed acupuncturist and co-owner of Zen Attitude Acupuncture in Seattle, WA. He earned his Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Bastyr University in 2016 and has since dedicated his career to helping patients achieve holistic wellness through Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

As a member of both the Clinical and Didactic Adjunct Faculty at Bastyr University, Jeremy has been teaching and mentoring acupuncture students since 2023. He supervises clinical training at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health and teaches courses including Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine and Introduction to Chinese Herbal Formulas. His teaching reflects a deep commitment to advancing the field of TCM and nurturing the next generation of practitioners.

Jeremy’s path to acupuncture was both personal and inspired. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in East Asian Studies from Western Washington University in 2006, with minors in Mandarin Chinese, History, and Anthropology, he explored ways to blend his love of Chinese culture with his passion for community wellness. A conversation over tea rekindled his interest in acupuncture, leading him to pursue his studies at Bastyr University, where he honed his skills in holistic healing.

In practice, Jeremy specializes in pain management, women’s health, and mental/emotional well-being. He creates individualized treatment plans that combine traditional modalities such as acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, manual therapy, food as medicine, and lifestyle coaching. He also integrates modern techniques like tuning forks, cold laser therapy, electro-acupuncture, and point injection therapy to enhance patient care.

In 2016, Jeremy completed a three-week intensive internship at a leading Traditional Chinese Medicine hospital in Shanghai, gaining firsthand experience in the integration of Eastern and Western medical practices—a perspective that continues to shape his approach to patient care.

Beyond the clinic, Jeremy enjoys exploring the Pacific Northwest with his golden doodle, Teddy, including hiking, camping, and disc golf. He also contributes to Zen Attitude Acupuncture’s Shot Bar, offering point injection therapy to support patient wellness.

Kanani is an acupuncturist at Zen Attitude in Capitol Hill Seattle, Washington, with a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Middle Way Acupuncture Institute in Mount Vernon, Washington. Holistic health has been woven into her life since childhood. Growing up between the Bay Area and Hawaiʻi in an Asian and Pacific Islander household, she witnessed family members use a wide range of alternative therapies and home remedies. Seeing how effective these approaches could be sparked her early interest in integrative medicine.

Her commitment to Chinese Medicine solidified at age 17 during a trip to China. After developing an infection from antibiotics prescribed before her travels, she experienced both Western and holistic medical care while abroad. The seamless integration of the two systems left a lasting impression and inspired her to bring that level of collaboration back home.

Determined to pursue this path, Kanani earned an associate’s degree with a focus in Clinical Psychology from Everett Community College before continuing on to Middle Way to study Chinese Medicine. She has long been an advocate for mental health awareness and support within her communities. Throughout her training, she developed skills to help address conditions such as PTSD, addiction, Bipolar II, and anxiety. She also received mentorship in trigger point therapy, orthopedic-style pain treatments, digestive health, and other specialized modalities.

Outside the clinic, Kanani enjoys spending time with her husband and their three cats. She loves video games, board games, and Dungeons & Dragons. She is part of a Hawaiian Hula dance school, enjoys drawing, and heads to the beach whenever she can to enjoy the ocean and catch a good surf session.

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Mary Berube is a licensed acupuncturist at Zen Attitude in Seattle and holds a Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Bastyr University, but her relationship with this medicine began long before her formal education. Her path was shaped by personal necessity and real results, experiences that now drive her dedication to patient-centered care.

Mary’s introduction to acupuncture started while she was serving in the U.S. Navy. After an unplanned C-section, she struggled with scar tissue and lingering pain that conventional methods could not resolve. She sought out acupuncture, and the restoration of function she experienced sparked a curiosity that eventually became her calling. Years later, Mary turned to Chinese herbal medicine to help with fertility challenges and recurrent loss. The success of this approach led to two healthy, unmedicated home births and confirmed her belief in the body’s innate ability to heal.

This transformative potential is what led Mary to Bastyr. She brings a unique blend of compassion and discipline to her practice, applying the rigorous attention to detail she developed in the Navy Nuclear Power program to every case she treats.

Mary is deeply dedicated to women’s health. She has a special interest in navigating the complexities of infertility, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and menopause. She understands that healing is rarely linear and offers a steady, grounding presence for patients facing mental and emotional stressors like anxiety and depression.

She honed her clinical skills during rotations at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health in Wallingford and the Providence Regional Cancer Partnership in Everett. At Providence she focused on supportive care for patients undergoing cancer treatment, helping to manage side effects such as pain, nausea, and fatigue.

Her treatments are holistic and adaptable. Mary combines acupuncture with cupping, gua sha, and moxibustion. For specific musculoskeletal issues she utilizes orthopedic trigger-point needling and electroacupuncture. She also views diet and lifestyle as essential parts of the treatment plan and works with patients to build sustainable habits outside the clinic.

When she is not working, Mary embraces the Pacific Northwest lifestyle. You can find her camping and hiking with her family, playing board games with her children, or relaxing with a good book.

Dr. Thao Nguyen, ND, is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and nutrition specialist at Zen Attitude Acupuncture in Seattle. She earned her undergraduate degree in nutrition and went on to complete her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University in Kenmore, Washington. While at Bastyr, Dr. Nguyen received additional training in aromatherapy, foot reflexology, visceral manipulation, kinesio taping, and environmental medicine. She also completed the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) at California State University, Los Angeles.

At Zen Attitude Acupuncture, Dr. Nguyen focuses on holistic mental wellness and nutrition, taking a comprehensive approach to the mind, body, and spirit. She also offers life coaching to help patients create sustainable lifestyle changes. Dr. Nguyen provides a safe and supportive environment where patients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to achieve their wellness goals.

Her services include personalized nutrition plans, grocery guidance, and regular follow-ups, working closely with each patient to restore balance and improve overall health. She begins with an initial consultation to create a tailored wellness plan and schedules follow-up visits based on individual needs.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Nguyen enjoys nature walks, bird watching, cooking, and spending time with her two cats.

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