About the Team
OC Well Studio is your premier destination for acupuncture, personalized chiropractic treatment, massage therapy and dry needling in Newport Beach, Ca.
Welcome to OC Well Studio | Newport Beach
OC Well Studio is a wellness boutique located in Newport Beach that offers a range of holistic therapies to support overall health and well-being. Our services include acupuncture, massage therapy, naturopathic medicine, dry needling and chiropractic care, all aimed at providing a personalized experience in a serene environment for healing.
Dr. Tara Pierce is a Newport Beach chiropractor and licensed acupuncturist, committed to empowering patients to take charge of their health. With advanced certifications in dry needling and a patient-centered approach, she provides personalized care that promotes self-efficacy and long-term wellness. As a trusted expert in prenatal care, helping expecting mothers find relief from pelvic pain, lower back pain, and headaches, Tara has been Webster Certified since 2014.
As one of Newport Beach’s top chiropractors and acupuncturists, Tara excels in providing pain relief when other treatments have failed. Her expertise in dry needling and chiropractic care has restored hope and well-being to many patients. Dr. Pierce’s Newport Beach clinic offers a peaceful retreat with a focus on individualized care. The practice provides a range of healing modalities, including chiropractic care, acupuncture, and dry needling, all within a serene, patient-centered environment.
If you’ve been searching “wellness center near me”, it may be time to visit OC Well Studio in Newport Beach for personalized care that addresses your unique health needs. Whether for prenatal care, pain relief, or stress management, we are here for your healing journey. Schedule an appointment today.
Dr. Tara Pierce is a board-certified Doctor of Chiropractic and a licensed acupuncturist with advanced certification in dry needling and is owner and founder of OC Well Studio in Newport Beach, Ca.
Her journey in higher education began with a focus on exercise physiology at Cal State Fullerton. She then pursued her Doctor of Chiropractic and Master’s degree in Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine at Southern California University of Health Sciences. Over years of practice in Newport Beach, Tara discovered the profound relief that musculoskeletal needling provided her patients. This led her to further enhance her skills by becoming a Dry Needling Certified provider.
Tara M. Pierce, DC, LAc
Shannon Hennigar, LAc
Shannon utilizes the natural healing modalities of acupuncture, cupping and herbal therapy to bring her patients back to a healthy thriving state. She enjoys helping people discover their own body’s innate healing capacity. Other adjunct therapies that Shannon uses in her treatments include micro needling, aroma-point therapy, Acu-tonics sound therapy, red light/LED light therapy, moxibustion and micro current. She also advises patients with self-care suggestions by incorporating essential oils, vitamin/herbal prescriptions and healing foods dietary advice. Her specialties include pain management and myofascial release, women’s health and anti-aging therapies. She believes by using the principles of eastern medicine, it is possible to achieve your highest mind-body-spirit health mastery goals.
Shannon Hennigar has been practicing acupuncture for 20 years and is a Licensed Acupuncturist by the California State Board since 2005. She also is credentialled for the National Board (NCCAOM), for out of state licensure. She received her Bachelor of Science in Holistic Medicine and Master of Science in Chinese Medicine from South Baylo University. Shannon has experience treating a wide variety of patients in multidisciplinary healthcare settings. From working alongside western medicine healthcare professionals such as Physical Therapists and Chiropractors to eastern medical masters of Qigong, Herbology and Reflexology, she has a balanced perspective in treating the human body.
Tiffany Nguyen, DC
I'm Dr. Tiffany Nguyen, DC, a wellness-focused chiropractor based in Orange County, CA. I'm passionate about helping individuals move and feel their best - not just when they're in pain, but every day. I specialize in optimizing mobility, reducing pain, and enhancing overall well-being so you can move freely and live comfortably.
My journey into chiropractic began with a deep fascination for human movement and a desire to provide gentle, hands-on care. I hold certifications in Functional Range Conditioning and Webster Technique, allowing me to tailor personalized treatments for active individuals, busy professionals, and expecting mothers. Whether you're looking to improve everyday movement or ease tension, my goal is to empower my patients to live life without limitations. I'm excited to be a part of your wellness journey and help you prioritize feeling good everyday!
Massage Therapy
Lindsey Shields, CMT
Lindsey is a massage therapist with an intuitive touch. Because of her compassionate personality she found Massage to be the most rewarding career path for her. She has expertise in several modalities. Her specialties include Deep tissue, Prenatal, Lymphatic Drainage, Swedish and assisted stretching.
Lindsey is available for massage therapy services in our Newport Beach office Wednesday and Thursday afternoons as well as Friday and Saturday mornings by appointment only. Lindsey has been a part of OC Well Studio for over a year and has built a strong following of loyal clients because of her warm demeanor, skilled approach and mastery of her craft.
Hetta Welch, CMT
Hetta has worked in the wellness industry for 15 years, first as a yoga teacher and now as a massage therapist. She believes in the power of body centered practices and their ability to create lasting change in the body, mind and spirit.
Hetta studied massage at the Berkana Institute in Longmont, Colorado and has continued her studies in Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Craniosacral Therapy. She offers lymphatic sessions, using the Vodder Technique, for wellness support, injury recovery or post-surgical needs. Hetta’s massage sessions are therapeutic in nature and are tailored to an individual’s needs and wellness goals. During her sessions, she uses a variety of methods to help encourage the body to release, including Swedish massage, passive stretching, hot stones and craniosacral therapy.
Naturopathic Medicine
Dr. Jenny Im, ND
Dr. Jenny Im is a California board-certified Naturopathic Medical Doctor with a deep passion for integrative and natural medicine. She received her doctorate from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine.
Dr. Im believes that treating the root cause of disease is essential in helping patients achieve optimal health. She has a firm belief that prevention is the best medicine and works with her patients to educate them on their condition and partners with them towards restoring and maintaining optimal health. Her approach to patient care is holistic, personalized, and evidence-based.
Dr. Im is committed to integrating natural healing principles into everyday practice to transform her patients' health. She specializes in natural medicine, acupuncture, and herbal therapies to help support the body's natural healing processes. Dr. Im has a special interest in women's health, digestive health, and mental health, and has helped numerous patients achieve remarkable results.
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Our Studio
Our Newport Beach wellness studio is a peaceful retreat to take a break from the hustle and bustle. We’re located right in the heart of sunny Orange County, which is our very favorite place to be.