Acupuncturist & HerbalistI offer holistic patient-centered care and cosmetic acupuncture; I specialize in the treatment of pain, neurological disorders, insomnia, depression and anxiety, as well as facial rejuvenation. My background in clinical psychology and neuropsychology research informs my treatment strategies.Editor/AuthorI collaborated with colleagues to finish a textbook for acupuncturists and herbalists on the topic of the Eight Extraordinary Vessels. I am listed as contributing editor of this fascinating book that includes philosophical insights, deep energetic structures of the human body, psychology and acupuncture applications.

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Provided detailed consultations with individual clients, including mental, emotional and physical signs & symptomsDesigned & communicated individualized treatment plansTreated acute & chronic conditions using acupuncture, moxibustion, Asian bodywork, Chinese herbs, wellness coaching, and dietary therapyManaged marketing, scheduling, administrative work, billing, and client outreach

Residency program

Treatment outcomes research study at the Center of Alcohol Studies. Investigation of group vs. individual CBT treatment for alcohol-dependent women:National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism funded longitudinal randomized clinical trial on psychosocial treatments for alcohol-dependent womenConducted audio-recorded semi-structured clinical research diagnostic interviews (Form-90, SCID I, SCID II, IPI, PRISM-PTSD, Alcohol SCID) with participants (alcohol-dependent women with high rates of co-morbid axis I and II diagnoses) at baseline and at follow-upPre- and post-session assessment responsibilities include administering Breathalyzer and drug saliva screen, and asking clients about their weekly treatment services and drinking data.Collected Buccal genetics samplesAssessed preliminary eligibility by completing telephone screen with interested callersManaged interview data checking procedure and assignmentsMaintained subject flow tracking databaseAssisted with collection of data on heart rate variability and other physiological reactions in experimental relaxation paradigmCollaborated with database manager on data coding, cleaning and entryTrained and supervised undergraduate and hourly staff on data collection procedures

Supervised 94 undergraduates the first year, 142 undergraduates the second yearCollaborated with staff to execute educational and social programs for residentsFostered an inclusive communityEnforced policies and submitted incident reports as necessaryCompleted extensive training with Counseling and Psychological Services, Alcohol & Drug Assistance Program, and other University departments in variety of topics including substance abuse, diversity, crisis situations and conflict resolution

Produced qualifications packages and proposals for submission to clients in order to bid on construction projects for the firmCreated and updated employee resumes, project sheets and other marketing materials to submit in proposals for potential projectsWrote articles for quarterly newsletters and edited company magazineCollaborated with professional photographers, advertisers, and printersUpdated company website