Who is Jenny?​

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I am a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist who treats an array of conditions spanning chronic pain, hormonal imbalance, and mental and emotional distress. I am a fervent believer in the holistic nature of medicine and I provide services that range from acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, herbal consultations, and somatic coaching. 

 

Why Traditional Chinese Medicine?

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Traditional Chinese Medicine is a time tested medical system with an over 3,000 year old history. TCM differs from Western Medicine in that it sees all symptoms someone is experiencing as interrelated and treats them holistically, instead of as isolated parts. Through Acupuncture and herbal medicine we treat the whole pattern instead of prescribing individual supplements or medications for each symptom. Many patients report feeling relief from pain, more energy, better sleep, relaxed, clearer thinking, improved digestion, and overall wellbeing through receiving treatment.

 

How I came to TCM:

 

After suffering from repeated upper respiratory and ENT infections that kept coming back after several courses of antibiotics in 2010, I started receiving Traditional Chinese Medicine and my health began to improve. Not only did my physical symptoms improve, I gained a better holistic understanding of the root causes of my deteriorating health, and appreciation for my body. As I began to understand the body as an integrated whole and not just the sum of its parts, I also met Dr Victor Shibata, a prolific healer who mentored me and took me under his wing. 

 

Jenny's Training and Credentials

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After witnessing the transformative power of TCM and energy healing practices, I enrolled in Yo San University four-year program to earn my Master's in Traditional Chinese Medicine. I have practiced in numerous hospital and integrative care clinic settings, including Being Alive HIV Clinic, Yo San University Community Clinic, Venice Family Clinic, and LA County—USC Wellness Center. I also served on a chronic pain management team at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. I have worked providing Acupuncture alongside mental health therapy treatment with Alma Family Services and the Animo Program of St. Joseph Center and have been the director of community outreach for the American Institute of Mental Health in Traditional Chinese Medicine. 

 

I am from Los Angeles, hold a BA in Literary Arts from Brown University, and am a Fulbright scholar. I love to dance and use theater as a community building and healing tool. 

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