Honed over the past two decades of practice and study, my bodywork, acupuncture, and movement sessions are individually designed and holistically-focused.
A chronic health issue brought me to seek Chinese Medicine in 1998. In addition to experiencing outstanding results from acupuncture and herbs, my definition of medicine was forever altered. I quickly left my job in the field of social work and pivoted to a career in Traditional Chinese Medicine. I have been licensed in California since 2002.
I graduated with a Master of Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from ACTCM in San Francisco, CA. I treat a variety of issues related to general health with constitutional acupuncture, such as digestion, mental health, immune function, pregnancy, and body pain. My work has always had a strong focus on musculoskeletal issues & injury recovery. Orthopedic Acupuncture is a specialty of Chinese medicine practice which I use to treat chronic pain and injuries using trigger point release as well as joint and ligament stabilization techniques. These techniques are modern adaptations of ancient techniques, backed by scientific study. The potent efficacy of Orthopedic Acupuncture provides alternatives to many invasive procedures. Common issues helped by Orthopedic Acupuncture include ligaments tears and sprains, muscle strains, chronic pain from tight muscles, joint degeneration, nerve entrapment, and disc herniation. Chinese Herbal Medicine is used to support a patient's overall constitution as well as targeted treatment of acute issues. Regarding coronavirus, the use of herbal medicine in conjunction with supplementation and Western pharmacology has proven to be extremely effective.
Traditional Chinese Medicine has 5,000 years of anecdotal evidence in addition to modern science to support the efficacy, adaptability, and potency of this holistic system.
I graduated with a Master of Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from ACTCM in San Francisco, CA. I treat a variety of issues related to general health with constitutional acupuncture, such as digestion, mental health, immune function, pregnancy, and body pain. My work has always had a strong focus on musculoskeletal issues & injury recovery. Orthopedic Acupuncture is a specialty of Chinese medicine practice which I use to treat chronic pain and injuries using trigger point release as well as joint and ligament stabilization techniques. These techniques are modern adaptations of ancient techniques, backed by scientific study. The potent efficacy of Orthopedic Acupuncture provides alternatives to many invasive procedures. Common issues helped by Orthopedic Acupuncture include ligaments tears and sprains, muscle strains, chronic pain from tight muscles, joint degeneration, nerve entrapment, and disc herniation. Chinese Herbal Medicine is used to support a patient's overall constitution as well as targeted treatment of acute issues. Regarding coronavirus, the use of herbal medicine in conjunction with supplementation and Western pharmacology has proven to be extremely effective.
Traditional Chinese Medicine has 5,000 years of anecdotal evidence in addition to modern science to support the efficacy, adaptability, and potency of this holistic system.
CHINESE MEDICAL THERAPIES
Acupuncture - Single-use, sterile needles stimulate energy points/lines to relieve pain, and increase homeostasis, relaxation, and well-being
Herbs - Individually-prescribed formulas are safe & effective and can be taken in pill, tincture, or granule form
Cupping - Suction cups applied to muscles bring stagnation to the surface; good for tight muscles and treatment of common cold
Gua Sha - Chinese friction technique gently releases tension in the muscles. brings blood and stuck energy out of the deeper muscles layers to the surface, and increases circulation. Excellent for acute 'stuck' syndromes, especially of neck and back.
Scar Tissue Treatment - Topical combination of indirect moxibustion (a Chinese warming technique) and castor oil, with myofascial release to smooth out scars and decrease adhesions. Acute scars may be treated 6-8 weeks post-surgery in most cases.
Chi Nei Tsang - Abdominal organ massage detoxifies vital internal organs, vessels, glands, and structural muscles.
Tui Na - Chinese sports massage combines rocking, kneading, joint mobilization, percussion techniques to reduce pain and improve function.
CA Licensed Acupuncturist #8612
Acupuncture - Single-use, sterile needles stimulate energy points/lines to relieve pain, and increase homeostasis, relaxation, and well-being
Herbs - Individually-prescribed formulas are safe & effective and can be taken in pill, tincture, or granule form
Cupping - Suction cups applied to muscles bring stagnation to the surface; good for tight muscles and treatment of common cold
Gua Sha - Chinese friction technique gently releases tension in the muscles. brings blood and stuck energy out of the deeper muscles layers to the surface, and increases circulation. Excellent for acute 'stuck' syndromes, especially of neck and back.
Scar Tissue Treatment - Topical combination of indirect moxibustion (a Chinese warming technique) and castor oil, with myofascial release to smooth out scars and decrease adhesions. Acute scars may be treated 6-8 weeks post-surgery in most cases.
Chi Nei Tsang - Abdominal organ massage detoxifies vital internal organs, vessels, glands, and structural muscles.
Tui Na - Chinese sports massage combines rocking, kneading, joint mobilization, percussion techniques to reduce pain and improve function.
CA Licensed Acupuncturist #8612
SCHEDULE
OAKLAND (near MacArthur BART):
Mondays 11 AM - 5 PM
Fridays 10 AM - 6 PM
SAN FRANCISCO (near Montgomery BART):
Wednesdays 11 AM - 7 PM
OAKLAND (near MacArthur BART):
Mondays 11 AM - 5 PM
Fridays 10 AM - 6 PM
SAN FRANCISCO (near Montgomery BART):
Wednesdays 11 AM - 7 PM
