Dr. Jonathan Dawson, D.C., MAOM, LAc
Encino, CA 91436
Dr. Jonathan Dawson is a California-licensed chiropractor and licensed acupuncturist (LAc) with more than 10 years of experience in holistic pain management and wellness care. He diagnoses and treats musculoskeletal conditions using chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles. His clinical approach emphasizes thorough evaluation, evidence-based care, and clear patient education.
Since October 2024, Dr. Dawson has served as a Chiropractor & Acupuncturist at Life Clinic Laguna (October 2024–present), providing comprehensive consultations, examinations, and integrated chiropractic and acupuncture care. Previously, he worked as a Chiropractor & Acupuncturist at SOHMA Integrative Health Center (October 2019–May 2024), providing chiropractic services, acupuncture services, and functional medicine consultations. In these roles, he ordered diagnostic studies when clinically indicated, including imaging and laboratory testing, interpreted results, and reviewed findings with patients to support care decisions.
Dr. Dawson also owned and served as the primary treating Chiropractor & Acupuncturist at Life Choice Wellness Center (July 2014–sold November 2021), delivering evidence-based care supported by thorough examinations and diagnostic findings. Earlier, he worked as an Associate Chiropractor & Acupuncturist at Lynott Chiropractic & Acupuncture (March 2015–October 2019). He completed a VA Hospital Chiropractic Internship at the VA Greater LA–Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Clinic (February 2013–August 2013), assisting the supervising chiropractic clinician with adjustments and physiotherapy modalities such as traction, heat, and ultrasound, and supporting patient education.
Dr. Dawson earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic (Cum Laude) and Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (Cum Laude) from Southern California University of Sciences. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Florida with a minor in Biomedical Physics and Public Health, and completed additional postgraduate studies in neurology, pediatrics, functional medicine, and nutrition. His credentials include Certified Postural Neurologist (CPN) and Advanced Proficiency in the Activator Method Protocol.
Since October 2023, Dr. Dawson has served as Founder of the Pray Well, Eat Better, Move More Workshop (October 2023–present), leading community workshops that integrate spiritual well-being with health practices.
- Alternative Medicine
- Chiropractic
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