About Me

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES

  • Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine (M.S.O.M) degree from

    the Daoist Traditions College of Chinese Medical Arts in 2013 (Asheville, NC)

  • Dipl. Ac., NCCAOM Nationally Board Certified Acupuncturist and Herbalist

  • L.Ac.,NCALB North Carolina State Licensed Acupuncturist

  • Clean Needle Technique Certified

  • Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Religious Studies, Minor in Psychology from Appalachian State in 2008

  • Awarded 1st Place in The Weaverville Tribunes Favorite Acupuncturist Category

SPECIALTIES INCLUDE

  • Pain Management

  • Stress, anxiety, depression

  • Digestion issues

  • Menstrual Cycle/PMS discomfort and regulation

  • Chronic/ Autoimmune Diseases

  • Fatigue

MY STORY

While studying at Appalachian State during my undergraduate degree, I became interested in Eastern Philosophy and body cultivation practices. I began studying about Buddhism, Daoism, and Hinduism through the Religious Studies Department. At the same time I began practicing Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Qi gong, yoga, and meditation. These interests combined into a coherent direction for my life path.

Upon finishing my undergraduate degree I moved to Asheville to began my formal Chinese Medicine education at Daoist Traditions College of Chinese Medical Arts. I completed a 4 year full time masters degree.

I have been teaching at Daoist Traditions as a member of the Clinical Faculty for 6 years. I supervise students as they see patients during their 3rd and 4th years of their clinical training. By helping them create their treatment plans I am continuing to deepen and cultivate my own understanding of Chinese Medicine. I also teach the Tui Na class, a form of massage practiced in Chinese Medicine.

I have continued my study of Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Qi gong from an expert teacher ever since. I have been practicing these ancient healing arts for 18 years.

In my free time I enjoy playing music, gardening, hiking and exploring the wonderful outdoors in this area.