awaken now programs overview
These programs are for anyone who's been told their labs are "normal" but still doesn't feel like themselves. Running on empty by the afternoon, wired but foggy at night, or crashing no matter how much coffee they drink. Over 12 weeks, you'll get the guidance, tools, education, and accountability to finally understand your body — not just manage symptoms, but address what's actually driving them. You will walk away with steadier energy, clearer thinking, and a real, sustainable shift in how you feel day to day.
The Whole Body Reset
For the exhaustion that eats your whole day. If you're fine until lunch and then counting down the minutes until you can lie down, your body isn't broken — it's overworked and under-supported, and it's been trying to tell you for a while. This program gets underneath the fatigue instead of masking it, looking at what's actually draining you: how you're eating, sleeping, moving, and recovering, and where those systems have quietly stopped working together. Over 12 weeks, you'll rebuild real, lasting energy, not a caffeine-fueled version of "fine," but the kind of energy that carries you through a full day without negotiating with your own body just to get to 5pm.
The Resilient Brain
For the wired-but-foggy feeling — wide awake at 3am for no reason, apologizing for your own brain in meetings, reaching for a word that used to come easily. This isn't a focus problem you can fix with more discipline; it's a nervous system that's been running in overdrive for too long, leaving you tired and alert at the same time. This program is built to calm that overactivation at the source, giving your brain and body a chance to actually rest and reset. Over 12 weeks, you'll work on regulating stress response, improving sleep quality, and rebuilding mental clarity — so you're sharp when you need to be, and genuinely able to rest when you don't.
The Metabolic Reset
For the 2pm crash that coffee can't touch, the energy spikes and dips that seem to run your whole day for you. This isn't a willpower issue or a diet you haven't tried yet, it's a metabolism that's out of rhythm, and no amount of caffeine or sugar can override that for long. This program addresses the root imbalances behind the crashes: blood sugar regulation, hormonal patterns, and the habits that are quietly working against you. Over 12 weeks, you'll retrain your body to run steady instead of spiking.
Health By Design Program
A 12-month home for everything the book started — a guided space where knowledge finally turns into lasting change. Each month unlocks a new layer of your health: personalized trackers, meal plans, guided resets for stress, sleep, hormones, and detox, plus live workshops with Dr. Marina that break the science down into simple, doable steps. You won't be figuring it out alone — with community support and monthly Q&As, you'll get the accountability that makes transformation actually stick. It's not another program to start and abandon; it's a year of steady, guided progress toward waking up with real energy, a body you understand, and habits that last.
People Who Started Where You Are
“My husband and I have been patients of Dr. Marina’s since 2010. Since that time, she has had such a positive impact on our health and well-being and has helped us overcome many injuries and illnesses over the years. She is incredibly knowledgeable, conscientious, always professional, kind, compassionate, and is determined to heal whatever it is that ails us. Dr. Marina cares deeply for her patients and that is one of the many things that makes her such a fantastic doctor. I have had a lot of experience with acupuncturists in the past and she is hands down my favorite on so many levels. She makes me feel like it’s her personal mission to make sure that I am healed and healthy.”
— Laura Hertz
“I came to Dr. Marina seeking relief from chronic headaches that I've been dealing with for the past 20 years. I've seen many different Dr.'s and tried many different treatments (western and alternative medicine) over the years, but, the headaches have persisted.
I sought out Dr. Marina for acupuncture and have since also benefited from her expertise as an herbalist; incorporating specific supplements into my daily regimen. I've had cupping treatments in conjunction with the acupuncture and have also been utilizing the hyperbaric oxygen chamber which has proved to be very beneficial.
For many years headaches have been a daily occurrence and in a typical week I'd have 3-4 days where they would spike to migraine level and I'd need to use my medication.
I started seeing Dr. Marina about 9 weeks ago. I have noticed dramatic results. In the past 6 weeks I have only needed medication on 3 different days! I'm starting to feel like my old self again. I can see that in time I am going to be headache free. I'm sharing my personal story in the hopes that my sharing can help someone find the relief they need.In short, you are in good hands with Dr. Marina. If I could give 6 stars, I would!”
— Daniel Cahill
Dr Marina is such a wealth of knowledge and a kind caring soul. She has always been realistic and practical in her approach with treating any issues that have come up, along with general maintenance and stress levels. I love visiting the practice and taking advantage of the other things there to give me a complete wellness experience. I highly recommend Awaken now, I send all my friends their way.
— Lisa Swayn
I was having lower back problems, and a friend recommended Awaken Now Acupuncture & Wellness. I have to say, Dr. Marina really is the best in the business. My pain was practically gone by the time I ended my session. I was treated very well, and it was a completely relaxing experience. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a good acupuncturist in Santa Monica.
— Mike T
Dr Marina Dabcevic had a huge impact in my life through her services. I worked with her many times and this last time, I was going through so much in life and her treatments helped me to come back to me and center and be connected to my body, soul and mind. I didn't know where to start and what to work on, she knew through her intuition what exactly to work on.. she is the best!
Thank you Dr Marina
— Mari Hassanzadeh
I cannot say enough about Dr. Marina. She is very skilled at what she does, I have never felt better in my life. What's great is that I can get all my care in one place. She is very knowledgable and always gives me the best health recommendations and advice. Dr. Marina truly cares about her patients. I look forward to continuing my health journey with her and having her as my health providers for life!
— Marie Estanislao
Dr. Marina is amazing. I was looking for a clinic that could take care of my stubborn injuries and I found the perfect practitioner at Awaken Now Acupuncture & Wellness. I feel better than I have felt in many years. My injuries are a thing of the past and I can workout, run and play soccer pain free. In addition, my energy levels have improved drastically and I feel my overall health is better than it's ever been. Dr. Marina is caring, compassionate, kind and she has an impeccable bedside manners. It's always a pleasure to go visit her.
Highly recommended!
— Nicco Caspani
Twelve weeks from now is coming either way
The next groups after these begin in January. Fifteen seats in each and every intake call is with Dr. Marina personally!