Loren Romley LAc., Owner
Loren Romley is a California Licensed Acupuncturist as well as a Diplomat of Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) since April 2006. Loren earned her Master’s degree in Chinese Medicine from Five Branches Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Santa Cruz, California. She completed the Five Element acupuncture program and focused her studies on hepatitis C, pediatrics, women's health and sports injury. Loren combines traditional Chinese and Japanese techniques with the theories of Five Element acupuncture to gain insight into her patients’ constitutions and the imbalances that are at the root of their discomfort and disease. As a Chinese Medical Practitioner and Primary Care Provider, Loren takes the time to analyze each patient carefully and understand their unique circumstances. She relates to a patient as a whole person with dynamic systems. Our world is full of stress, pollution, trauma, accidents, and habits constantly bombarding our systems. These challenges faced on a daily basis cause imbalances in our bodies which may manifest themselves as pain and/or illness. Acupuncture and herbal medicine have been used for thousands of years to help bring our bodies and minds closer to harmony. Loren's other passions include, family time with her partner and two boys as well as keeping physically active. She enjoys surfing, stand up paddle boarding, hiking, weight training and river rafting. She belongs to the following professional organizations:
California State Oriental Medical Association
The Nesting Spot for Birth and Beyond
Acupuncturists with out Borders
Jennifer Katsaros, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, LAc
Jennifer Katsaros is a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She has a special interest in treating chronic fatigue, insomnia, anxiety and depression. Dr. Katsaros is NCCAOM National-Board Certified and California State Board licensed acupuncturist and herbalist. She earned both Master’s and Doctorate degrees from Five Branches University in San Jose, California. She has also received B.S in Kinesiology and M.A in Low Vision Rehabilitation from San Francisco State University. Dr. Katsaros has over twenty years of experience working in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team helping medically complex patients to achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life. She understands that western medicine alone cannot address all health concerns we face today. She also recognizes that recovery and healing process are unique to each individual. This is the very reason she decided to pursue further education in traditional medicine that has been in existence for thousands of years to compliment the modern medicine available today. As a lifetime learner, in between spending time with her husband and two teenagers, she loves to listen to podcasts while taking long walks on the beach.
Eva Shu, Acupuncturist & Herbalist
Eva Shu has been a California licensed acupuncturist and herbalist since 2016. She is a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine, board-certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine and nationally certified Ayurvedic practitioner. She earned her Ayurvedic practitioner certification from Vasant Lad's Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, NM, master's degree from Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine in Seattle, WA, and doctoral degree from American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco, CA. She also completed an internship at Shanghai Tong De Tang clinic in Taiwan and Mazin Al-Khafaji's Dermatology Diploma program. Eva has a specialty in dermatology and is a member of the International Registry of Traditional Chinese Medicine Dermatology. She enjoys treating other conditions as a general practitioner as well. In clinic, with a gentle, caring and compassionate approach, Eva utilizes acupuncture, cupping, gua sha and herbs, to facilitate the self-healing power of nature. Through education and customized dietary and lifestyle recommendations, she seeks to empower and collaborate with patients on their healing journeys. Outside of clinic, she enjoys downtime with family and friends and spending time outdoors in nature.
Laura Hsu, NC, A-CFHC, NBC-HWC
Nutrition Consultant and Health & Wellness Coach
Laura received her nutrition certification in 2015 from Bauman College, School for Holistic Nutrition and Culinary Arts, in Santa Cruz, CA. She is also board-certified through the National Association of Nutrition Professionals. She completed training to become an Autoimmune Paleo (AIP) Certified Coach in 2018. In 2022, she became a board-certified functional health coach, enabling her to help clients create a wellness vision and mobilize their own insight, internal strengths, and deepest motivations to make lasting behavior change. Laura helps clients achieve their wellness goals through a personalized nutrition and lifestyle approach that always centers around nourishing whole foods. Her approach is practical, sustainable, educational, and supportive. She has helped clients with health issues including blood sugar imbalance, gut dysbiosis and digestive problems, weight management, and autoimmunity. She enjoys spending time with her husband and teenage son, cooking, reading, and hiking.
Laura can be reached via email at laura@mhsu.com, or cell: (408) 596-0379