What people have to say…

Tara W, Attorney, Mama, & qigong student

“I started acupuncture treatment with Karla in 2017 while I was pregnant with my second child. At that time, I was looking for relief from nausea and exhaustion. At 20 weeks, I was still having “morning sickness” around the clock. Karla’s acupuncture treatments were the only relief I could find, despite having tried medication, various supplements, and dietary changes. I continued weekly treatments during my second and third trimesters. At 37 weeks, my baby was breech and my c-section was scheduled. My doctor suggested a procedure where he could manually turn the baby, still nestled in my body. I declined, but continued treatment with Karla, who empowered me to perform a very simple moxibustion therapy at home. I burned a moxa incense stick near an acupuncture point on my toes a few times per day. Three days later, I woke up in the middle of the night to the baby turning, landing with her head down. I had a normal, vaginal delivery two weeks later.

Without question, Karla’s treatments addressed my primary complaints: morning sickness and a baby in breech position. In Karla, though, I found so much more. Together, we worked through the trauma of my two prior miscarriages, and the difficult birth of my first daughter. As a trained doula, she created a refuge for all of my fears of labor and delivery, breastfeeding and motherhood in general. I found the short visits with the obstetrician during my pregnancy helpful, but my hour-long weekly sessions with Karla were invaluable. My work with Karla elevated me to a new understanding of myself and a state of physical and emotional readiness to take on the various, developing aspects of my life. Four years later, I continue this work – with Karla and on my own – transforming in ways I had never imagined.”

Ashley, SM Director

“The most aligned and in-tune I’ve ever felt. 

Although it feels like I have known Karla for lifetimes upon lifetimes before, I have only been a client of her’s for the past 4 years. 

I originally saw Karla for an acute back issue and once that emergency situation was resolved we have been working on healing the other areas that have been chronic issues in my body for as long as I can remember. 

With each session that passes I feel closer and closer to having my body and health being in alignment with the energy that I feel inside. 

What I love the most about the work that I do with Karla is the constant acknowledgment that it is all connected. There is never just an illness or an aliment.....there is always a root cause (usually a trauma) that is tied to the dis-ease in the body. I know that there is always inner work that I need to do once Karla’s work is done. When you have this level of awareness with yourself combined with Karla’s work  true healing and magic are going to happen!! 

Without the work I have done with Karla I would be on multiple medications, gone through numerous surgeries and I would have been left powerless and out of control of my own healing not to mentioned all of the things mentioned above would have affected my ability to be the mom that my daughter needs! 

With each session that passes not only to I physically feel changes and improvements, but I feel empowered and strong!! I am grateful that I listened to my gut when it came to my healing and that I did not get caught up in fear from family and medical professionals when it came to deciding what path was right for me in my healing journey. 

Karla is one of the most beautiful humans that have ever crossed my path. Her energy, passion for healing, authenticity, and expertise is a powerful combination for anyone who is truly ready to heal and to experience their full potential.” 

Jarin, Massage Therapist

“There is a poetic nature about the way Karla practices acupuncture. I was impressed by her level of expertise. I think the the treatment was effective because she was selfless in the way she practiced, allowing for my healing. I also feel energized and inspired after my treatments. After only two sessions the pain I experienced in my knees had reduced about 90%. I'm newly thinking; acupuncture is a smart choice for healing and maintaining health as a lifestyle.”

Matt, Events Manager

“Two words come to mind: FUCK YEAH! I started my healing journey with Karla a few years back.  Five element acupuncture, mixed with Karla’s healing touch, has changed my life for the better; mentally, physically, and spiritually.”


Marjorie, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Holistic Nutritionist

I have had the pleasure of working with Karla for three and a half years. I can say, with ease and confidence, that our sessions have profoundly increased the robustness of my health and well being. I consider our treatments to be one of the most important aspects of the maintenance of my overall wellness. With her healing touch, and intentional conversation, Karla curates individualized treatment that supports mental, physical and emotional progress and healing. Her expertise and genuine care has helped me through many a difficult season of my life. She has an insatiable thirst for consistent acquisition of knowledge, and is therefore able to offer even more to her clients day by day. 10 out of 10! Highly recommend! Karla is a gift with a gift!

Akasha Alchemical Arts

Qigong, Meditation, Inner Work