our mission is to help you create a balanced connection between body and mind
our goal
We understand that reaching optimal health and maintaining balance in such modern fast paced times can be quite hard. As our name indicates we are here to allow your body and mind to heal as a whole, naturally from within, and this is the message we carry to you.
Think of us as the facilitating messengers. After your decision to natural healing, with an emphasis on the root cause of any condition, we are integrating traditional Chinese medicine with evidence based techniques in order to promote your body’s innate healing processes. Acupuncture and herbal medicine can work on the superficial, musculoskeletal, neurological and molecular levels of the body. Every time you visit we try to listen, evaluate, and initiate your idiosyncratic healing process.
Georgios V.
Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist | M.A. Psychology | B.A. Integrative Biology
combines over fifteen years of dedicated study in biology, psychology, and Chinese medicine to offer a preventative, holistic approach to health. Beginning with a Bachelor’s in Integrative Biology from UC Berkeley, Georgios delved into human behavior, anatomy, genetics, and ethnobotany, which fueled his drive to understand the mind-body connection.
This path led him to pursuing a Master’s in Psychology from NYU, researching for NYU Langone School of Medicine- psychiatry at Bellevue Hospital, and for NYU Steinheardt. “ It was during those intense years of clinical research and education when I discovered Chinese medicine as a powerful tool for both mental and physical healing.”
As a lifelong athlete and fitness trainer, Georgios experienced firsthand the benefits of acupuncture, including relief from chronic tendonitis and improvements in sleep, focus, and performance.
His 4 year TCM clinical training was completed at Emperor’s College in Santa Monica in 2021, with intensive study under top specialists, equips him with deep insights into orthopedic, gastroenterological, gynecological, dermatological, and psychiatric applications of Chinese medicine—providing comprehensive care for his patients.
Georgios is currently serving as a clinician at UCLA Arthur Ashe Center and at Hermesholistic (his private practice located in Pasadena, CA) while completing his 2 year DAOM (Doctorate of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine) at Five Branches University.
Abby C.
Clinic Assistant
is a patient-centered professional with a strong background in client support and problem-solving, specializing in healthcare service-based environments. Abby is known for listening closely to patients’ needs and delivers reliable & compassionate support to everyone that walks through our healing doors. With more than 20 years in health care settings Abby is the eyes and voice of our clinic and always eager to help you commit to your health goals.