With a background in dance and philosophy, I was initially drawn to Chinese Medicine after studying Tai Chi and Taoism college. These explorations instilled a deeper awareness of the mind body connection, and as I learned how to cultivate breath into my physical practice, I began to view health as a dynamic, changing process that can be nurtured through diet, movement, and meditation.
Shortly after college I moved to San Francisco to study Chinese Medicine and began receiving acupuncture regularly, and my health improved in numerous ways. My digestion and my cycles became more regular and I no longer experienced headaches on a weekly basis. After receiving my master’s degree I started practicing in Salt Lake City, and discovered my real passion in treating conditions related to pregnancy, gynecology, and fertility. I have since completed additional training and in 2022 I became a Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine. I take an integrative approach within my practice and strive to incorporate current research within the context of foundational TCM theory and treatment.
Over the years Chinese Medicine has shaped the ways I view health, providing me valuable tools to support myself through life’s phases including my recent journey of becoming pregnant and giving birth to my son in 2023. I love that acupuncture brings us closer to ourselves and profoundly attunes us to our own natural healing process. How we move through all seasons of life with flow and ease is what inspires my practice. It is my aim to create space for individuals to discover their potential for healing, and to live well.
EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE | CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed Acupuncturist
UTAH DOPL
Certified Fertility Acupuncturist
American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine
Diplomate of Oriental Medicine
National Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Acupuncturist
for Ballet West
Master of Science, Traditional Chinese Medicine
from Academy of Chinese Culture & Health Sciences
Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprenticeship
under the supervision of Whitfield Reaves
Traditional Acupuncture for Facial Rejuvenation
by Michelle Gellis
Bachelor(BA) of Dance/Asian Studies
from Colorago College
Independent Study, Yoga & Wellness
from Associated Colleges of the Midwest (Pune, India)
Independent Study, Chinese Meditative Arts
Taipei National University of the Arts