When I was first introduced to Chinese Medicine in massage school, I was instantly intrigued. Rooted in the natural world and on the knowledge gathered by observant ancestors, it was poetic, mysterious yet it felt so innately ‘KNOWable’. It made sense that the spiritual aspect of health as well as the physical must be appreciated to work toward becoming balanced, happy, whole being.  A trip to Beijing, China in 2004 to study Tui Na (a type of bodywork) rekindled that flame of curiosity and  desire for deeper understanding. I  knew I had to attempt to scratch the surface of what those ancient teachers discovered so long ago! I was able to begin my acupuncture studies in earnest in 2006 in my home town of Albuquerque, New Mexico at Southwest Acupuncture College. I completed my Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine  at the Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine College, Berkeley in 2011 and will be learning from all my patient-teachers for many, many years to come.

The hybrid of  acupuncture and body work, along with other modalities, allows me to address the varied needs of my clients both physically and emotionally. No need to turn someone away because they are afraid of needles – we can work with massage, acupressure, Tui Na and Qi gong. Different tools also allow space to those not ready for a lot of touch- needles can be placed and the treatment continues while a client quietly rests. Respect for my clients’ needs and boundaries are paramount. All treatments are geared to inducing well-being and reducing symptoms that inhibit a healthy and comfortably happy life!