In Person Classes
February 20-21, 2026: Berkeley, CA
The Treatment of Trauma
Course Description
Unresolved trauma always results in interference to the Heart-Kidney communication axis, but trauma can originate in any of the three levels: wei, ying and yuan. In this course, we will look at different types of trauma, how they impact the channel systems at each level, and how we can begin to walk traumatic imprints back out of the system.
We will look at:
Principles of trauma informed care: trust & power dynamics.
Understanding the relationship of blood stasis to physical (musculoskeletal luos) and emotional trauma (longitudinal luos).
Role of consciousness and the luo vessels in our trauma response
Role of the ancestral sinews in mitigating and “cushioning” traumatic events
Detailed channel explanation of the nervous system and physiological response to boundary violations
Intersectionality of the Dai Mai, the Kidney Divergent Confluence and the Ancestral Sinews and the self-identification with trauma at the Yuan level
Clinically relevant intersectionalities between Luo, EVs, Sinews and Divergents and clinical approaches to treatment.
CEUs
12 continuing education units pending.
Date and Time
Dates: 20 - 22 February 2026
Times: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm daily (lunch from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm)
Location
TBD
Cost and Refunds
All participants: TBD
Refunds: 80% refund if requested in writing.
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February 22, 2026: Berkeley, CA
Pulse Diagnosis Practical
Course Description
We will identify and palpate primary, sinew, luo, divergent and EV pulses, and elucidate simplified moxibustion and needling techniques for each pulse finding.
CEUs
6 CEUs pending.
Date and Time
Dates: 22 February 2026
Times: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm (lunch from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm)
Location
TBD
Cost and Refunds
All Participants: TBD
Refunds: 80% refund if requested in writing.
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March 27-29, 2026: London, United Kingdom
Advanced Clinical Skills
Course Description
Each day of the clinical skills classes is dedicated to one of the complement channels. We begin the day with questions and answers about clinical approaches and cases. Then we have a brief discussion of the channel system of the day, whether it be sinews, luos, divergents or extraordinary vessels, and point out effective treatment strategies for that system. Before lunch, there is a demonstration of pulse reading and explanation and then a treatment and needling demonstration.
After lunch, we split up into groups and practice techniques associated with that channel system, point location and needling, pulse reading and full treatments. I will be available to provide supervision and feedback as desired.
Because of the practical nature of the course, participation is limited to 12 students. These classes are the clinical and practical arm of the online mentorship so anyone studying the complement channels is strongly encouraged to get hands-on experience with the techniques and point locations.
Date and Time
Dates: March 27-29, 2026
Times: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm daily (lunch from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm)
Location
TBD
Cost and Refunds
Pricing:
Practitioners: TBD
Students (in an accredited academic acupuncture program): $800 USD
Refunds: 75% if requested in writing.
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CEUs
TBD
October 24-26, 2026: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Advanced Divergent Theory
CEUs
The course will offer 12 continuing education units (NCCAOM & CA pending).
Date and Time
Dates: 24 - 26 October 2026
Times: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm daily (lunch from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm)
Location
Triangle Acupuncture
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Cost and Refunds
All Participants: TBD
Refunds: 80% refund if requested in writing.
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NCCAOM - Course Participant Attestation
I understand that the information in this courses presented by the Provider and/or Instructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriate clinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed practitioner. Governmental laws and regulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissible usage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of the information of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, and acupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimens of any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree to waive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against any liability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, or damage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shall survive the termination or expiration of this course.