DANAE KOOLEN
Owner & Acupuncturist
Danae, a 4th generation native to Point Loma/San Diego, has been the successful owner and director of Peak Performance since 1992. Danae has a bachelor's degree in sports medicine with two years of postgraduate schooling in massage therapy and holistic health. She has a master's degree in Traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture. She has furthered her studies in sports and a neuro-based style of acupuncture.
With over 40 years of experience Danae has a unique ability to blend traditional Chinese medicine with western medicine. Although musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and pain management are her main focus, she treats a wide array of conditions such as sleep disorders, anxiety, addiction, migraines, among others. Her modalities are built around the whole body and individual needs which include electrical stimulation, massage, acupuncture, stretching, functional medicine, cupping, trigger point work, fascial release as well as providing herbal and nutritional advice for many of her patients.
DANAE KOOLEN
Owner, Acupuncturist & Cupping Specialist
Danae, a 4th generation native to Point Loma/San Diego, has been the successful owner and director of Peak Performance since 1992. Danae has a bachelor's degree in sports medicine with two years of postgraduate schooling in massage therapy and holistic health. She has a master's degree in Traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture. She has furthered her studies in sports and a neuro-based style of acupuncture.
With over 40 years of experience Danae has a unique ability to blend traditional Chinese medicine with western medicine. Although musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and pain management are her main focus, she treats a wide array of conditions such as sleep disorders, anxiety, addiction, migraines, among others. Her modalities are built around the whole body and individual needs which include electrical stimulation, massage, acupuncture, stretching, functional medicine, cupping, trigger point work, fascial release as well as providing herbal and nutritional advice for many of her patients.
DR. KATARINA LUNDIN
Acupuncturist & Cupping Specialist
Katarina graduated from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, earning a Masters of Science in traditional Oriental medicine. She is a certified and licensed acupuncturist by the California acupuncture board. Katarina feels passionate about the holistic principles of Chinese medicine and its fundamental philosophy to attain harmonious balance in the body to strengthen and restore health.
DR. TAYLOR PRISELAC
Acupuncturist, Craniosacral & Cupping Specialist
Taylor is a licensed and board-certified acupuncturist and clinical herbalist. She holds her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science, and Bachelor of Science from Louisiana State University. She is able to combine the ancient wisdom of Chinese Medicine with conventional biomedicine and recognizes the benefits of each to effectively treat her patients. With a background in management consulting, she understands the powerful role stress plays in overall health and emphasizes stress reduction, sleep, and healthy digestion concurrently with all other treatments to support overall health. With personal successes in acupuncture, she loves to help others cultivate a healthy lifestyle and welcomes patients with all conditions.
VANESSA RAMING
Massage Therapist
Vanessa believes that effective bodywork is never one-size-fits-all. A practitioner since 2003, she began her journey at the International Professional School of Bodywork (IPSB), earning an Associate Degree in Holistic Health, and later deepened her expertise by earning an Associate Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant from San Diego Mesa College in 2021.
By blending advanced anatomical knowledge with intuitive, customized massage techniques, Vanessa targets your specific areas of concern—whether you are looking to recover from daily strain, improve your range of motion, or simply unwind. Every session is tailored to help you move more freely, live with less pain, and leave feeling completely restored. Vanessa looks forward to helping you reach your health and wellness goals.
SHAWNA SCOTT
Neurofeedback
Shawna was born in San Diego and has a degree in business finance. She was in corporate management for several years then pursued a career in real estate. She discovered the extraordinary benefits of neurofeedback after her son recovered from a devastating post-concussion injury and neurofeedback had also eliminated migraines that she had suffered from her entire life. Shawna realized that she needed to be a part of sharing this Neurogen neurofeedback system with as many people as possible. She committed to the training and certification to become a practitioner. With thousands of sessions completed, she continues to be amazed and grateful that what she does positively impacts people and helps them with their issues.
JILL SUESS
Acupuncturist & Cupping Specialist
Jill graduated from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in 1999 and completed an internship in China. She has maintained a general practice at Peak Performance since 2002. Many patients have benefited from acupuncture for a variety of conditions including sciatica, digestive disorders, and fertility issues. Jill has a passion for helping others and making a difference in their lives.