Growing up, Traditional East Asian medicine was an integral part of my life. My mother and grandmother were natural born healers, having inherited the wisdom and medicine from their ancestors. It is through embracing and expanding upon this knowledge that I am able to connect with and honor my family and culture, while playing a small role in keeping such traditions alive.
My personal journey began with my study and practices from the Yogic and Ayurvedic traditions. I was called to support postpartum mothers as an Ayurvedic Doula since 2012, as well as co-founding Sacred Roots Holistic Healing a Wellness Center in Long Beach, Ca in 2013.
In 2017, I decided to further deepen my studies and connection to my cultural and ancestral roots by embarking on the journey of obtaining a Masters Degree in Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine. Reclaiming the medicine I grew up with was one of the most empowering aspects of my own personal healing journey. Imparting the wisdom of this medicine and healing tradition with my community is a privilege and an honor.
Along my journey, I’ve studied various modalities for personal integration such as meditation, mindfulness, non violent communication, restorative yoga, massage and somatic therapy. Most importantly through these processes, I’ve learned that we all have an incredible and natural ability to self heal.
My work is centered around preventative healing, using a trauma informed lens, and an approach to wellness understanding that our wellbeing is interconnected to the health of the planet and society as a whole.
Specialties:
Women’s Health including Hormonal Balance, Menstrual Health, Fertility, Prenatal, Postpartum Care, Orthopedic/Pain Management, Mental/Emotional Disharmony, Trauma care.
Offering:
Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Cupping + Massage Therapy, Microneedling.
Growing up, Traditional East Asian medicine was an integral part of my life. My mother and grandm...
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Ana Paula received her Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies from UCLA in 2003. During her time in Los Angeles, she was introduced to acupuncture and fell in love with it. After doing fundraising for a human rights non-profit in Washington DC for 4 years, she had a change of heart and decided that she wanted to become an acupuncturist. Ana Paula went on to study Chinese Medicine at the Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego, graduating with a Master’s degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine in 2011. She is board certified in acupuncture by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), and is licensed by the California State Acupuncture Board.
Over the years, Ana Paula has worked at three community acupuncture clinics successfully treating many people with a wide variety of conditions. She also has received specialized training in sports medicine, fertility support and women’s health, neuromuscular disorders and cosmetic acupuncture.
Ana Paula has always been dedicated to serving her local community. In DC, she spent two years at the VA hospital helping veterans in their physical and emotional recovery. Also during her time in DC, she and her colleague co-founded a free weekly clinic to treat immigrants and refugees. Outside of her time as an acupuncturist, she enjoys being out in nature, dancing, sipping tea, and having adventures with her husband, rescue cat and friends. Ela fala português y habla español también.
Ana Paula received her Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies from UCLA in 2003. During her t...
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Sharon Wilson, C.M.T.
Sharon graduated from the Canadian College of Osteopathy in Toronto, Canada, receiving a“Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice” and a “Diploma in the Science of Osteopathy” in 2016. This education enhanced her manual skills, increased her knowledge of anatomy and physiology and opened her eyes to the extensive interconnections that run throughout the whole body. She received her diploma to practice bodywork in 1995 from the Oklahoma School of Natural Healing.
Sharon continues to educate herself in an effort to reach solutions for her own healing and for people that suffer from emotional and physical pain. Her postgraduate studies have included
Concussions, Preparation for Birth, the Development of the Skull in Children and the Breath of Life.
Throughout her career, she has treated people of all ages, from infants to elderly, with a variety of conditions including pregnancy, postpartum, musculoskeletal pain, migraines, whiplash, anxiety, head injuries, TMJ, sinusitus, and gastrointestinal disorders. Sharon is passionate about helping others and restoring clients back to their optimal health. She seeks to continually evolve
in her own life and enjoys being active with walking her dog, dancing, exercising, gardening, hiking, surfing, skiing and chasing after her 3 year old son.
Sharon Wilson, C.M.T.
Sharon graduated from the Canadian College of Osteopathy in Toronto, Canada...
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