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Did you know that over 30% of adults in North America experience anger regularly, with most people reporting feeling it about 14 times per week?In Five Element Theory, anger is connected to the Wood Element and the Liver—but how does this manifest in the body and mind?
In this episode, I discuss the Chinese medicine perspective on anger, exploring its full spectrum—from impatience and frustration to irritability, anger, and even extreme rage.
What's waiting for you in this episode:
Symptoms and root causes of anger, frustration and IrritabilityThe Chinese medicine vs. Western Medicine approach to managing angerAcupuncture points, Herbal formulas, and dietary recommendations for emotional balancePractical stress management techniques to prevent anger from taking over➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
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Are you ever at a loss when patients ask about vitamin D, magnesium, or iron supplements?
As TCM practitioners, we’re experts in Chinese medicine and acupuncture, but many of us weren’t taught a deep understanding of the nutrients our patients take daily. That’s exactly why I invited back my friend and colleague, Dr. Alex Dragan!
In this episode, Alex shares her wisdom on vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, so you can better support and educate your patients. You’ll walk away with actionable insights and access to a game-changing resource that will transform your practice.
Key takeaways:
Why vitamin D deficiency is so common and how it impacts overall health The different forms of magnesium and how to choose the right one for your patients’ needs The real signs of iron deficiency and why it’s often overlooked Why B12 deficiency can sneak up on anyone (even meat-eaters!)The #1 mistake your patients make when buying supplements—and how to steer them rightDr. Alex’s NEW Online Course: covering Vitamins & Nutrients, Gut Health, and Female Reproductive Health—plus earn CEUs!📅 EARLY BIRD OFFER: Save 25% when you enroll in Dr. Alex's course before April 7th, 2025!
🎟️ Secure Your Spot Now!
➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
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In Chinese medicine, we know stress has a significant impact on the body—especially the TCM Liver. But how do we accurately differentiate symptoms for the right diagnosis?
By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer idea of the right questions to ask your patients, helping you pinpoint diagnosis with confidence.
You'll learn:
The key functions of the TCM LiverThe right questions to ask to uncover clues to help you form your diagnosisCommon clinical patterns: Liver Qi Stagnation, Yang Rising, Fire, Blood Deficiency, Yin Deficiency, Damp Heat and WindThe 5 Element Theory and how the Liver influences other elements➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Have you ever wished for an evidence-based masterclass, or textbook on TCM for treating menopause—something that could help you better support your patients? My guest today, Kath Berry, had the same thought…and she made them both realities.
With 30 years of experience, Kath has dedicated her career to connecting acupuncture, Chinese medicine, menopause, mental health, and evidence-based research. Today, she’s here to share all of it with you.
What you'll learn:
Kath’s journey in Chinese medicine—famous connections, global adventures, and personal health challengesHow Chinese medicine supports menopause and its unique approach to treatmentThe powerful link between menopause and mental healthEvidence-based research and acupuncture treatments for menopausal symptoms, all wrapped into a masterclass made for you to benefit fromKath’s must-read book and why it deserves a spot on your clinic bookshelf!🎟️ Get 25% OFF Kath’s 24 CEU/CPD/PDA Menopause Masterclass!
➡️ Visit the show notes to get your copy of Kath's book today and for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Observation is one of the biggest parts of your TCM Diagnosis. Whether you're a TCM student or a seasoned practitioner, it's always good to review your observation skills. This episode is a made-easy guide just for that. Let's make the Observation part of your diagnosis easy!
What's waiting for you in this episode:
- The 5 body types: Earth, Wood, Fire, Metal, & Water and their characteristics
- Observation that can give you clues about your patient's Kidney Essence and overall health
- The importance of looking at your patient's face, skin, nails and eyes
- How to examine and diagnose the tongue and its significance
✨BONUS: Get your FREE Tongue Map! 👅
➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Are you a new acupuncturist navigating the challenges of your first few years in practice? Or do you feel stuck when it comes to setting clear clinic boundaries and managing patient expectations? If so, this episode is exactly what you need to start building the thriving clinic you’ve always dreamed of! 🤩
Joining me today is Kenton Sefcik. Not only is he an accomplished acupuncturist and instructor, but he loves helping his students gain the confidence, knowledge, and foundation they need to succeed as they embark on their journeys as acupuncturists.
What's waiting for you in this episode:
How setting clear boundaries and effective communication can improve the patient experience and build trustThe importance of having a fair no-show policy and maintaining ongoing consent during treatmentsWhy starting part-time is a great option for new practitioners and how mirroring patient energy enhances connection and treatment outcomes.The value of continuous learning and mentorship for building a successful TCM practice.➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Do you find yourself worrying constantly or overthinking everything? If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode! We’re diving into these emotions, exploring how they affect us, and—most importantly—how Chinese medicine and acupuncture can help restore balance.
Mental health challenges impact so many of us, including our patients. Let’s break down worry, overthinking, and anxiety through the lens of TCM and discover powerful ways to support emotional well-being. This is an episode you won’t want to miss. Let's go!
In this episode, you’ll discover:
The key differences between worry, overthinking, and anxietyHow these emotions manifest physically—and what Western medicine says about themThe BEST acupuncture points to quiet an overactive mindPersonal stories from my journey as an overthinker➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Today I'm bringing you a special episode of the AcuPro show, talking about one of my absolute favourite subjects: Fertility. To discuss this subject, I sat down with Mike Berkley, a well-known fertility acupuncturist in New York City.
If you're interested in fertility, you won't want to miss this conversation. We bring almost 50 years of experience combined as acupuncturists specializing in fertility.
What you'll learn:
• Understanding Fertility in Eastern and Western medicine perspectives
• The importance of diagnostics, acupuncture and herbs
• Women's emotional wellness during the fertility process
• The essential role of addressing men’s health in fertility
➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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I LOVE essential oils 😍 Did you know that specific essential oils can be paired with acupuncture points to enhance their benefits? You will love sharing this empowering tool with your patients. I promise you, the results are powerful.
What essential oils are, their benefits and precautionsThe top 5 essential oils and acupuncture point combosEssential oils and headaches, and any acute or chronic painMenstruation cramps and regulating hormones with essential oilsDigestion support with essential oils
After listening to this episode, you will want to add this tool to your practice and toolbox 🧰
Here's what you'll learn:➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Are you ready to reveal the magic of the Year of the Wood Snake? 🐍
The spirit of the 2025 Yin Wood Snake yearHow the transformative energy of the Snake can help bring your dreams to fruition Why you shouldn't fear the Snake and what it representsThe 4 Pillars (aka your Chinese Birth Chart)How Chinese astrology can supplement your TCM treatments
I brought a Chinese Astrology expert, TCM Doctor, licenced acupuncturist, and my good friend, Dr. Sonia Tan, to illuminate the pathway of Chinese Astrology and guide us through the 2025 Year of the Yin Wood Snake.
Here is what you'll learn:➡️ Visit the show notes for the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.
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Dysmenorrhea is a debilitating condition. Commonly known as menstruation cramps, it affects a lot of women. Today, I am breaking down painful menses and how we can transform this pain with Chinese medicine and acupuncture so you can start giving your patients relief, as soon as you're done listening to this episode.
Dysmenorrhea's potential causes, TCM patterns and symptomsThe potential underlying causes according to TCMAcupuncture points, Herbal formulas, and dietary recommendationsA personal story of how I experienced dysmenorrhea as a teenager and how Chinese medicine gave me my life back
Here's what you'll learn:➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
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After listening to the episode, your practice growth will reach new heights.
Do you want to grow your practice, but the idea of talking with other practitioners to get patient referrals scares you? 🫢
Look no further; Dr. Elie Cole is in the house and here to give you a masterclass on how we can educate, communicate, and reach MDs so you can get referrals and grow your practice.
You do not want to skip this episode.
Here's what you'll learn:
Fresh and innovative options you can integrate into forming professional connections that can grow your patient rosterHow to get confident explaining HOW acupuncture works to a room full of medical doctors and health care professionalsFool-proof methods of approach for building rapport for introverts and extroverts!Dr. Elie's program can set you up for success: your customizable blueprints, slide deck, handouts and one-on-one with Dr. Elie tailored specifically to your needs to help you GROW! 🌱➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Did you know that over 540 million people worldwide are living with diabetes? In the U.S. alone, this condition affects about 38 million people—11% of the population! Chances are, you’re already seeing patients with diabetes in your practice.
In this episode, we’re diving deep into diabetes and exploring how we acupuncturists and Chinese medicine practitioners, can support those living with this condition.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
A breakdown of the different types of diabetes, including the Western medicine perspective.Key risk factors and the potential complications of untreated diabetes.Effective TCM treatments: acupuncture (including auricular), essential acupuncture points, foods, and herbal formulas.Supplements and nutritional strategies to enhance patient care.➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Happy 2025, and happy new year to you! ✨
What I do each year for New Years 🌊How I set intentions for the year to come (and how you can, too!) 🪵Everything amazing that happened in 2024 at AcuPro Academy 💎How I'm going to continue to support you, whether you're an acupuncture student or a seasoned practitioner 🌎All the exciting things and collaborations I'm bringing to AcuPro in 2025🔥
I hope 2025 brings you everything you wish for and so much more.
Today, I want to share what is coming in 2025 for you at Acupro Academy and recap everything 2024 and all the amazing things that happened in the past year.
If you want to know what to expect from AcuPro in 2025, you do not want to skip this episode! 💜
Key points in this episode:➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Happy Holidays, wherever you are in the world! ✨ I am so grateful for each guest I've had this year on the show💜
It has truly been an honour to share their stories and expertise with my audience. Their passion, wisdom, and dedication have inspired my listeners and me personally. They have made this year of the AcuPro Show unforgettable.I am excited to present the most popular guest episodes of the AcuPro Show (so far!) I hope you join me in listening to some of the podcast's most powerful and educating moments.
The pivotal role of the Chong Mai explained by Dr. Yvonne FarrellThe gut's connection to the brain, overall health and ideal bowel movements with Dr. Alex DraganWhy Cosmetic Acupuncture is a great alternative to Botox and optimal health with Dr. Rebecca StephensEducating, working and guiding thyroid health patients with Dr. Jeda BoughtonHow you can use evidence-based acupuncture research to reinforce the effectiveness and credibility of our profession with Sandro Graca
Key points in this episode:I can’t wait to bring you brand-new weekly episodes every Wednesday in the new year! 🎉
Thank you again for listening and being part of this amazing journey.
Happy New Year, and I’ll see you in 2025! 🥰
➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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I am in awe of what has happened this year 💜
How to differentiate symptoms for TCM DiagnosisLearn how to approach and treat food allergies, and mental healthAll about Spleen Qi Deficiency & Liver Qi Stagnation (symptoms, causes, acupuncture, food and more!)How to use the 5 Elements to grow a successful practice
I started this podcast in January, and it has grown beyond my wildest dreams. Your excitement, enthusiasm, and support have made this show a success and it has truly blown me away.
As we approach the end of 2024, I am excited to present the most popular solo episodes of the AcuPro Show (so far!) I hope you join me in listening to some of the podcast's most powerful moments.
Key points in this episode:➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Did you know that 8 out of 10 people worldwide will experience lower back pain at one point in their lives? That's 80 percent of the population! That is a staggering number. Today we are talking all about how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can help bring those people relief.
The risk factors and causes of lower back pain, including Western disordersAcute versus chronic lower back painTCM treatment options and acupoint protocols for lower back pain A patient story you will love (it completely changed his view on acupuncture!)
Key points in this episode:➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Winter is coming, rock stars! In Chinese medicine, Winter is known as Kidney time ❄️
TCM Nutrition for the 4 most common TCM Kidney PatternsHow you can align with Winter and this transitional periodFood recommendations for each Kidney patternA personal story on how being born prematurely gave me low Kidney Essence and what I'm doing about it
Do you want to better support your patients who deal with Kidney pattern issues? Well, a big component is Nutrition.
In this episode, I discuss all things Kidney. Get tools, meal inspiration, and recommendations to elevate your practice and your patients' nutrition, while addressing those all-too-common Kidney patterns. Let's go!
Key points covered in this episode:BONUS: Address symptoms, emotions, and nutrition recommendations for harmonizing all five-year organ patterns with my FREE TCM Nutrition Guide. Get yours in less than a minute right now👇🏻
➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.
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After listening to this episode, your patient's home care will never be the same.
How TCM Diagnosis and Nutrition are intricately linked Why educating and guiding your patients with nutrition is empoweringSimple recipes you can incorporate into your patients' day-to-day starting todayAn easy go-to guide you and your patients can reference, specific to their patterns that only requires basic ingredients found at your local grocer
As practitioners, we know food is medicine, and our digestion is a key to our health. Meet Tara Akuna & Sara Ward, two acupuncturists on a mission to bring TCM Nutrition into the 21st century. They're here to simplify food cures, so you can share customized plans with your patients (and for yourself!) for optimal healing. Are you hungry for knowledge? Let's go!
Key points in this episode:➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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Do you feel that the 8 extraordinary vessels are not taught enough in depth in TCM school? Have you been wondering how you can use them in clinical practice? You're in the right place. I've attended many seminars and read books on this subject.
Each vessel, how they function and how you can use them in clinical practiceHow to connect meridians to extraordinary vesselsLearn the ways the vessels are connected and can influence genetics, reproduction and combat the effects of agingHow you can address the physical, emotional, intergenerational and childhood traumas using the 8 extraordinary vessels
Today I'm giving YOU a masterclass and sharing the knowledge I've learned over the years. Tapping into the eight extra vessels is something I love to do in my clinic and after listening to this episode, I hope you will, too.
Key points in this episode:➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!
Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.Have a message for Clara? Send it here!
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