My Story
Living with chronic health conditions since childhood, including Type 1 Diabetes and Hashimoto's, I know what it's like to need more support than what’s typically offered. That understanding is at the core of my practice: offering care that fills in the gaps and meets people where they are.
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Born and raised in Philadelphia, I grew up with a deep love for the arts. I attended the High School for Creative and Performing Arts, where I majored in Vocal Music, and later performed in various indie/pop bands. After a vocal cord injury, I turned to acupuncture as part of my healing, and realized it was the missing piece in my own care.
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In college, I studied Cultural Anthropology and was introduced to medical anthropology, which expanded my understanding of healthcare beyond the allopathic model. While I have a deep respect for Western medicine, I’ve found that integrating it with other healing traditions - like Traditional Chinese Medicine - can offer more comprehensive and individualized care.
My Training​​
I received a Masters of Acupuncture degree from the Won Institute in Warminster, PA after three years of intensive graduate study of the theory and practice of East Asian Medicine. I am NCCAOM certified, licensed under the PA state board of medicine.
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​Having trained under specialists in Sports Medicine and Acupuncture Physical Medicine, I specialize in treating physical pain and musculoskeletal conditions using channel theory, trigger point therapy, and motor point stimulation (neuromuscular acupuncture).
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Worsley 5E acupuncture is a cornerstone of my practice, with a special emphasis on employing trauma-informed care and treating emotional regulation.
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During an enriching experience as an intern with the Won’s "Go-To-Them" clinic, I delivered community treatments to veterans and rehabilitation centers in Philadelphia. These clinics focused on enhancing opioid rehabilitation program retention and addressing concerns such as addiction, insomnia, anxiety, and pharmaceutical dependency.
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Throughout my practice, I've addressed a range of conditions, including but not limited to:
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Chronic pain
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Mental Health
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Motivation and lethargy
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Headaches
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Stroke rehabilitation
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Reproductive wellness
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Gastrointestinal concerns
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Asthma
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Long covid symptoms
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Scar tissue
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Partial tendon tears
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Muscle strain
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Arthritis
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Neuropathy