Hi, I’m Claudia Venn

I don’t believe that receiving health care has to be difficult, stressful or focused on the negative. My goal is to provide a space where you can feel comfortable sharing your health care concerns and goals, get the healing care you deserve, and feel empowered with the information you need to experience long-term results.

My own experience with healing gives me a unique understanding of my patients’ needs. I turned to acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) after studying cultural anthropology and Chinese language in Guanxi, China, where I connected with its foundational Daoist theory nature reflected in physiology: balancing our internal and external environments allowing the body’s innate ability to heal. I received my master’s degree in TCM at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco.

After more than a decade in practice, my focus has turned toward accessing the latest neuroscience research with studies in functional neurology at the Carrick Institute — bringing the latest brain research into the field of acupuncture. This work couples ancient knowledge of meridian theory with modern advances in neurology. Functional brain scans prove acupuncture needles access neural pathways such as the pain matrix.

I was inspired to return to the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine as an adjunct professor when it opened one of the first doctoral programs advancing research. In addition to teaching, I also attend doctorate courses in women’s health, hormone research, functional neurology, neuro-health, and digestive health to provide my patients with exceptional care and results.

TCM has introduced me to an empowering and accessible medicine for all. I look forward to working with you on your healing journey.