Laura specializes in treating acute and chronic pain, using an orthopedic approach honed through Sports Medicine Acupuncture training with Matt Callison and anatomy-intensive study with yoga teacher and physical therapist Julie Gudmestad. Laura’s care is precise and responsive — matched to what each patient’s body actually needs, whether that’s targeted pain relief, recovery support, or a broader approach to health and wellbeing.
Practicing since 2008, Laura integrates multiple acupuncture styles and modalities depending on what serves the patient best: foundational Traditional Chinese Medicine, Japanese Meridian Therapy, Five Element acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, gua sha, and Japanese bodywork (Zen Shiatsu and So Tai). She’s also trained in Aroma Point Therapy, applying essential oils to acupoints as part of treatment.
Beyond pain, Laura’s care extends to women’s and men’s health, and a wide range of conditions including immune, stress, cardiovascular, digestive, and nervous system concerns.
Education:
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Master’s of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (MAcOM), Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, 2008
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Bachelor of Arts, University of Pennsylvania, 1996, Fine Arts and Urban Studies
Certifications/Honors:
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Portland Monthly’s Top Docs Acupuncturist, 2024 and 2026
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NCBAHM Board Certified Acupuncturist and Herbalist, since 2008
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Certified One Thousand Hands Buddha Qi Gong Teacher, Ling Gui International Healing Qi Gong School, since 2008
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Alignment-Based Hatha Yoga, RYT 200, Lundberg Yoga School, since 2019
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