Dr. Damiana Corca
Sleep and Wellness Specialist
About Me
Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
Certified Functional Medicine from the Institute for Functional Medicine
Author: The Deep Blue Sleep—A roadmap to Fall Asleep and Stay Asleep Naturally
I am one of the few acupuncturists in the world who focuses on sleep problems. After having a general practice for a few years treating many different disorders such as back and neck pain, depression, fatigue, and digestive and hormonal issues, I gradually shifted my practice towards sleep problems such as insomnia, sleep apnea, nightmares, and other related disorders. However, because sleep problems are part of a bigger imbalance, I often work with hormonal imbalances, gut issues, thyroid disorders, and mental and emotional issues.
After a few years of practice, I further completed my education by adding functional medicine to my tools, so I can better serve my patients in understanding the root cause and healing their sleep problems.
Professional organizations
Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of Colorado
Board Certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Chinese Herbology and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Certified in Functional Medicine by the Institute for Functional Medicine
Certificate for Acupuncture Injection Therapy
Credentials
Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Pacific College of Health and Science
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Institute for Functional Medicine
Masters of Oriental Medicine, East West College of Natural Medicine
Bachelors in Health Sciences, East West College of Natural Medicine
Studied Sleep Disorders with Dr. Hamid Montakab, MD and author of the book “Acupuncture and Insomnia”
“Dr. Damiana is a leader in her field, provides outstanding patient care, possesses excellent interpersonal skills, and most importantly – her patients consistently improve with her treatments.”
– Todd Dorfman, Medical Doctor
What healing means to me & how it influences my practice
Our emotional and spiritual health is impossible to separate from our physical health. In my personal life, this has been my biggest struggle and blessing. I have experienced trauma that has deeply affected my physical body. Since then, I had to learn that it is important to care for the physical body, but equally important to heal the emotional and spiritual aspects.
God or the Universe, or whatever you call that It, is what actually does the healing. Whether it is acupuncture, or a supplement, or a food, or a drug, or a loving word – healing flows through it all.
I ask many of my patients what they feel about certain supplements, treatments, etc. Or what is their take on why they feel ill. Many, many times their answers are spot on. Trusting ourselves is very important and adds great value to the knowledge I have.
There is so much value in integrating various therapies, from natural to Western medicine. There is a place and time for everything. I believe in science-based medicine, which includes scientific studies along with experience-based medicine.
The Italian proverb “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish and you feed him for his life time” deeply resonates with me as I am a teacher at heart.
I look forward to meeting you soon and helping you feel better. Use the link below to make an initial appointment or a free consultation if you have questions.
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Anca S.
“I have worked with Dr. Damiana through Zoom. She lives in Colorado and I live in Ohio. For my health issues, conventional medicine failed me. After years and thousands of dollars spent on conventional medicine doctors to no avail, I found Dr. Damiana. She knew exactly what was wrong with me from the first session. After only a short period of treatment I have started to feel like myself again. I regained my hope that I will feel better again. I can say that Dr. Damiana is the only doctor I trust right now!”
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Thomas W.
“I’ve been seeing Damiana for around 4 months now and my experience as a patient has been fantastic. Over the course of several treatments I’ve seen a tremendous improvement in my sleep, mood, energy and focus.”
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Loren B.
Dr. Corca is amazing! I have been receiving treatment from her for the past six months and I have never slept better! She provides excellent patient care by taking the time to truly listen to your concerns. I enjoy all of my sessions with her and always look forward to going because she creates a relaxing environment. Over the course of my treatment, she has been able to fix my sleeping and gut issues! I am so lucky to have found her!
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Jenna B.
“Dr. Damiana is knowledgeable, approachable, and thorough. I’ve been a patient for eight years now and she has treated and supported me through a wide variety of issues including stress, hormonal imbalance, and digestive issues. She helps me to make the links between different areas of my health and my life.”
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Lauren J.
“You have helped me tremendously. I sleep well. My anxiety has disappeared. I am happy that for the first time in my life I don’t have to go to acupuncture every week like I was for what seemed like years with other practitioners with no real lasting change. You helped get me into a better place where I now come in to see you for maintenance. I feel like my body functions again, optimally. I’m a better mother, wife, and practitioner because of you. So thank you. 🙂”
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Vanda G.
“Dr. Corca completely transformed my life. I came to her after months of working with western style doctors and getting absolutely nowhere with my horrible symptoms of insomnia. Within a week working with Dr. Corca I was already feeling better, and now I am coming back even stronger than I ever was before my symptoms began!
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Deb M.
Dr. Damiana Corca is extraordinary! I have struggled with sleep issues for over 7 years, and had exhausted all options. I went to see her after reading all of her reviews. She has been a miracle worker for me! I am finally sleeping again. She is so kind, thoughtful, professional, and truly amazing! I highly recommend her!
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Jesse M
Damiana truly worked magic for me. I had been suffering from insomnia for 15 years and had resorted to daily sleep medication just to get a passable number of hours. In just three months working with Damiana, I have completely cut medication out of my nightly routine and am sleeping better than I was with the medication before. Now I have more energy, focus, and general enjoyment each and every day.