Meet the Doctor
In 2001 I FINALLY began my training at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (now Pacific College of Health and Science), studying Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs. This gave me a second Bachelor's in Professional Studies and Masters of Traditional Oriental Medicine in 2009.
In the Spring of 2019 I completed my Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (again now Pacific College of Health and Science) through their San Diego campus.
I like to combine my vast knowledge of Acupuncture and Skin Care to optimize the results of Mei Zen treatments. In addition to being a Preferred Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture Practitioner, I have had the honor of assisting Dr Martha Lucas, the founder and developer of the Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture System and the Lucas Pulse Diagnosis Method, in her teachings throughout the country.
I am pretty sure I will NEVER stop learning new things!
If you have read this far, and you are excited to work with someone who is a little witchy, a little bitchy, definitely goes with the more is more vibe, is full of f*cks, and that the whole town thinks is nuts on your path to wellness - I am equally excited and cannot wait to help guide you on your journey and path to wellness.
In the more than 30 years as a practicing Holistic Health Care practitioner, Dr Stephanie has been committed to continuing her education beyond her degrees as well. The following is a list of some of the classes that Stephanie has taken and or holds certifications in the areas listed below.
Credentials
Certified Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture Practitioner Face, Neck, and Body
Lucas Pulse Balancing System
La Stone Therapy for the Body
La Stone Therapy for the Skin Care Practitioner
Reiki Levels I, II, and III (Master level)
Sweat Your Prayers (Gabrielle Roth's 5 Rhythms)
Advanced Skin Analysis
Craniosacral Therapy I and II (The Upledger Institute)
PCA Skin Biology and Chemical Peel
Acupuncture for Labor and Delivery
Birth Doula Training
TCM Gynecology
Hypnosis and HypnoSomatic Acupuncture
Holistic Medical Microneedling
Fibroblast Skin Tightening
Currently Reading
Bright Burning Things
~Lisa Harding
Currently Watching
NOTHING - I am enjoying the magic of the TV being off!
Really Appreciating
My squishy couch
Currently Listening
Beloved (Audiobook)
~Toni Morrison
“Caring, thorough, professional, friendly, honest... there just aren't enough words to describe Stephanie and her practice. I have been a patient for over a year, she’s given me an alternative to traditional medicines. My regular MDs agree that this is a good alternative if I feel improvement.”
— Joann